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Market & Trends

The world of real estate investing moves quickly. Catch the must-know news, market information, and trends for the industry here.

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“Connecting II: Deals and Investors”: don’t miss Real Estate IQ’s main virtual event!

“Connecting II: Deals and Investors”: don’t miss Real Estate IQ’s main virtual event!

Mark your calendars because Real Estate IQ’s second edition of “Connecting: Deals and Investors” is ready to blow your mind! After an outstanding first experience, this event has become a must among real estate professionals. If you want to learn everything there is to know about exit strategies, find out ...
Think Realty Podcast #207 – Is a Market Correction Coming?

Think Realty Podcast #207 – Is a Market Correction Coming?

In the last 12 months, we’ve seen a 14% increase in rental values and a 5% increase in renewals. What do those stats indicate? This episode addresses the continuing eviction moratoriums, overinflation, and what these things equal for investors and the future market. Plus, the ripple effect of restrictions, interest ...
Think Realty Magazine September 2021

Think Realty Magazine September 2021

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investor Stories |  Contributor Corner - Meet Shawn Tiberio Fundamentals |  Creating a Stress-free Rental Portfolio • 5 Limiting Beliefs That Stop Investors from Scaling • Foreign Owners of U.S. Real Property • Eco-friendly Resources for Renovating • Investor Review • Decision Time • Digital Marketing Resources ...
The Hygienic Housing Trend

The Hygienic Housing Trend

It’s no surprise that new smart tech wellness innovations continue to invade the residential marketplace as many consumers have a heightened concern for killing germs and bacteria, especially in wet water areas like the kitchen and bathroom. A 2021 Home Upgrade study was released showing that bathrooms are one of ...
Free Webinar! Kathy Fettke's Mid-Year Real Estate Market Update

Free Webinar! Kathy Fettke’s Mid-Year Real Estate Market Update

Think Realty is providing you with another FREE WEBINAR! On August 23rd at 2PM (CST), Kathy Fettke from RealWealth will be speaking about what real estate investors can expect in the coming months, along with what the experts are saying about the future. Attend this webinar to find out: Will ...
4 Things You Need To Know About UK Property Investment

4 Things You Need To Know About UK Property Investment

Local and foreign investors are showing greater interest in UK properties as ways to gain profit. The residential market remains undaunted by the coronavirus pandemic, and it offers excellent potential as property demands outpace the supply.  Experts estimate a 21.1% increase in UK property prices and predict that the housing ...
Real Estate Industry Strongly Opposes the CDC Imposing a New Federal Eviction Moratorium

Real Estate Industry Strongly Opposes the CDC Imposing a New Federal Eviction Moratorium

A broad real estate coalition strongly opposes the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) decision to reimpose a federal eviction moratorium. This move takes place despite the fact that the Administration itself noted it lacks the legal authority for a more targeted eviction moratorium. The best way to help struggling renters ...
Think Realty Magazine August 2021

Think Realty Magazine August 2021

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investor Stories |  Presidents' Circle Featuring Jason Engelman • Contributor Corner featuring Ellis Hammond Fundamentals |  Real Estate Trends Better Left in the Past • Democratizing Real Estate • Is Your Website a Billboard in the Desert? • Online Marketing Trends Real Estate Investors Should Not Overlook ...
Design Trends Worth Trying

Design Trends Worth Trying

Beads as Texture I have used beads as a texture and an accessory item for a long time. I am going to continue using them for even longer! I am starting to see them pop up in so many more creative ways. I love draping beads over a lampshade, finishing ...
The Growing Homelessness Crisis

The Growing Homelessness Crisis

There is a looming crisis affecting America’s senior citizens, and if not addressed, thousands will end up in the streets with no place to call home. The homelessness crisis is affecting Baby Boomers and seniors nationwide. As Baby Boomers age, the number of homeless seniors across the U.S. jumped nearly ...
Build-to-Rent Continues Rapid Growth and Creates Opportunity for Builders, Investors

Build-to-Rent Continues Rapid Growth and Creates Opportunity for Builders, Investors

One of the hottest trends in real estate investing today is the Build-for-Rent single-family home. In the past year, Build-to-Rent has doubled its share of new home construction from 4% to 6%. We expect this share to double by 2024. The most visible factor pushing this boom is the ascension ...
How Hotels Are Adapting to a Shifting Landscape

How Hotels Are Adapting to a Shifting Landscape

Throughout the past year, hotels were forced to undergo significant front-facing changes to stay afloat. However, the need for evolution doesn’t end when masks come off. If front-end enhancements are what allowed hotels to stay relevant and maintain their loyalty with guests, then their continued evolution coupled with back-end efficiencies ...
Think Realty Podcast #197 – Creating Inventory

Think Realty Podcast #197 – Creating Inventory

What can real estate investors do in markets where there is zero inventory? They create their own! Find out what trends are taking center stage and how investors are making things happen, literally. Which markets are booming with ground-up construction? How can you pivot to this strategy? Where can you ...
Think Realty Podcast #196 – Mortgages, Moratoriums, and More!

Think Realty Podcast #196 – Mortgages, Moratoriums, and More!

Homeowner equity is the highest it’s ever been. So, how do investors play in this market where demand for housing exceeds supply? If you want access to a database that covers 90% of comprehensive foreclosure information, you’ll want to listen to this show! For more from guest Rick Sharga, visit ...
PeerStreet Launches Evolving Neighborhood Uplift Fund for Entrepreneurs

PeerStreet Launches Evolving Neighborhood Uplift Fund for Entrepreneurs

PeerStreet, a two-sided marketplace for investing in real estate debt, announced the launch of a new charitable initiative, the Evolving Neighborhood Uplift Fund, or the E.N.U.F. project. The aim behind E.N.U.F. is to create a more purposeful and sustainable way to invest in real estate entrepreneurs from underserved communities across ...
Think Realty Magazine July 2021

Think Realty Magazine July 2021

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investor Stories |  Increase Your ROI with Architects and Designers • The Secret to Living Your Perfect Day • Contributor Corner Featuring Michael Zuber Fundamentals |  Designing Your Thought Leadership Platform • Navigating the Private Lending World • Rewarding Good Tenants • Investor Review • How to ...
Springtime-Staging

5 Reasons Why You Should Virtually Stage Your House to Sell

Selling your house is always a big deal. If you own property this is a great time to sell your home and upgrade to a better property. Even though 2020 was a slow year for real estate, things are changing quickly, and the real estate market has a lot to ...
Wholesaling-Negotiation

Tips for Buying from Wholesalers

Wholesaling real estate has a mixed reputation among real estate professionals with some seeing it as a good way to get started in real estate and flip houses with little risk while others see it as something close to acting as a real estate agent without a license and doing ...
Think Realty Podcast #194 – Econ 101

Think Realty Podcast #194 – Econ 101

It’s no secret there is an undersupply of homes and an overwhelming buyer demand right now. On this show, find out what the fundamentals of supply and demand mean for the marketplace now and into the future. How will the margins normalize? Listen to this to find out! Plus, strategic ...
RealtyTrac Enhances Online Offerings and Resources for Real Estate Investors and Agents

RealtyTrac Enhances Online Offerings and Resources for Real Estate Investors and Agents

RealtyTrac, the largest online marketplace for foreclosure and distressed properties and an ATTOM Data Solutions company, today announced a significant enhancement of its data offerings and resources – available on realtytrac.com – to help individual investors and real estate agents find, analyze and invest in residential properties. The new web platform showcases RealtyTrac’s property- level database ...
Access to World-Class Real Estate

Access to World-Class Real Estate

Real estate is a unique investment product by nature. This asset class offers nearly unparalleled tax benefits, the comfort of tangibility and the opportunity for positive cashflow. For many, the appeal of real estate investing is in the appreciation, which can safeguard and grow wealth. Historically, private investments in real ...
Tampa Florida skyline with sun and clouds

Florida: The Fastest-Growing Real Estate Market

Bravo network’s celebrity realtor Ryan Serhant has teamed up with luxury residential developer Valor Capitol to discuss why Florida has become the fastest- growing real estate market in the country. With over 1,000 people moving to Florida each day, it is quickly becoming one of the fastest- growing states in ...
Futuristic office

How Real Estate Agents Are Returning to Work in 2021 Post-COVID

The year 2020 was the strangest year recorded in recent history. People stayed home from work, video calls and work from home became the norm, and most people didn’t leave their house unless necessary. Kids did school from home and it seemed like it would never end. This created an ...
How Robots Help Realtors

How Robots Help Realtors

It is truly a seller’s market right now. In April there were only 1.16 million U.S. homes for sale, a decrease of 20.5% from April 2020. The housing shortage has been attributed to more people moving from cities to suburbs and less people being willing to list their homes during ...
Think Realty Magazine June 2021

Think Realty Magazine June 2021

+ WHAT'S INSIDE Investor Stories |  Contributor Corner Featuring Michele Van der Veen • Presidents' Circle Featuring Arianne Lemire Fundamentals |  3 Critical Areas of Risk Management • Vetting Deals • The Ultimate Risk Management Playbook • Managing Rental Properties of Foreign Owners • Commercial Review • Noteworthy Risks Commercial ...