“We pride ourselves on our ability to create places and build communities,” says Rene Bello, Founder and CEO of BLDG Ventures, a Miami-based real estate development firm that’s bringing a fresh perspective to South Florida’s evolving landscape. Born in Cartagena, Colombia, and emigrating to the United States in the early 1990s, Bello’s journey to becoming ...
Residential Real Estate
After weathering one of the most challenging periods in recent memory, Miami’s exclusive Key Biscayne real estate market has roared back to life in 2025, driven by stabilizing mortgage rates, renewed international investment, and pent-up demand from buyers who had been waiting on the sidelines. “People are tired of waiting out the mortgage rates. Rates ...
Navigating Florida's Evolving Real Estate Landscape: Unity Development's Affordable Housing Strategy
Florida’s affordable housing crisis has left many residents struggling to find viable options in a market dominated by rising prices and limited inventory. But Juan Ortega, Founder and CEO of Unity Development Investments, saw something others missed. “We discovered substantial land that was developed in Florida during the 40s, 50s, and 60s at very low ...
With over 15 years in the Tampa Bay real estate market and a team that consistently closes around 300 transactions annually, Jeffrey Borham, Team Owner of Team Borham at eXp Realty, offers a perspective that challenges national narratives about Florida’s real estate market. His insights reveal opportunities that may be overlooked by those relying solely ...
Florida’s real estate market may no longer be grabbing headlines for record-breaking growth, but that does not mean it is in decline. According to Tim Weisheyer, President of Florida Realtors, the state is undergoing a long-overdue correction. “Florida was on a major increase pre-pandemic, and the pandemic only accelerated that growth with new residents moving ...
In an industry facing unprecedented scrutiny and change, OB Jacobi, President of Windermere, stands as a vocal advocate for transparency and consumer protection. As president of a family-owned brokerage with 6,500 agents across 325 offices in 9 states, Jacobi brings a unique perspective shaped by both family legacy and forward-thinking leadership. “If you let Wall ...
What began as a personal hobby has evolved into a powerful business strategy that sets Shimala apart in a crowded market. “We’ve built our business around the community we created, oddly enough, through bourbon,” explains Heather Shimala, founder of Reserve 76 Realty in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. “I always joke with my clients, buyers and ...
Smart homes are packed with technology, but most of it does not work together. The average American home has over 20 smart devices, yet less than 20 percent of them communicate seamlessly, says Leon Xue, Co-founder and COO of Intecular, a company revolutionizing smart home integration. “The average American home has over 20 smart devices, ...
Michigan’s stable climate and abundant freshwater are turning heads in the real estate world, particularly among buyers thinking decades ahead. Andrew McCarthy, founder of Freshwater Development, sees the state as an increasingly attractive option for those weighing long-term risks like insurance affordability and climate resilience. “Michigan has a very moderate climate that remains stable. When ...
Mario Cambardella’s love for the outdoors began long before he became a leader in the landscaping industry. “I was always the kid in the backyard playing in the creek, getting new shoes muddy. I can still hear my mom rattling the wooden spoon, upset about the mud tracked through the house, but I just love ...
The Sarasota housing market is not what it was even a year ago. Homes sit unsold for months, price cuts go unanswered, and buyers are hesitant. Peter Liakakos, a 20-year-old realtor with Gulf Shores Realty, is watching the slowdown unfold in real time. “Houses that haven’t received a single showing in two months despite multiple ...
“We’re in the business of making housing more affordable, and we recognize that the key lever is increasing housing supply,” says Gillian Pressman, Managing Director of YIMBY Action, a growing advocacy organization with 67 chapters across 27 states. For Pressman, the housing crisis is personal. Growing up in New York City as the child of ...
Despite economic uncertainties and recent market volatility, the Hamptons continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, with high-end properties moving quickly and often generating multiple offers. Terry S. Cohen, a 25-year veteran of the Hamptons real estate scene who sells properties ranging from $3 million to $100 million, offers a unique perspective on why this exclusive market ...
As housing affordability challenges persist nationwide, New York’s evolving approach offers valuable insights for real estate professionals across the country. Recent legislative changes have created a powerful combination of tax benefits and zoning bonuses that could transform the city’s residential landscape. “Fifteen years ago, no new development in New York City happened without some sort ...
