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A Massive Commercial to Residential Conversion is Taking Shape Nationwide—Here’s What Investors Should Know

May 27, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Commercial, Conversion, investors, Massive, Shape

In This Article Key Takeaways Commercial spaces are set to convert into 151,000 new apartments this year, up from 122,000 last year. Hotels are leading the way for conversions in destination cities like New York and Los Angeles. 11% of offices are primed for conversion, but the costs are so high that owners would [...]read moreA Massive Commercial to Residential Conversion is Taking Shape Nationwide—Here’s What Investors Should Know

High Interest Rates Are Forcing Big-Time Investors to Cut Their Losses—Is a Bust Coming?

May 24, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Coming, cut, high, interest, investors, rates

In This Article Key Takeaways Commercial vacancies reached 17% in Q4 2023, higher than the peak vacancy rate during the 2008 financial crisis. As a result of high interest rates, high vacancies, and mounting costs, big-time commercial investors are selling off their assets at 50-80% value. Investors continue to be frustrated with the Federal [...]read moreHigh Interest Rates Are Forcing Big-Time Investors to Cut Their Losses—Is a Bust Coming?

Xome’s DIY Platform Lets Investors Sell Home Without an Agent

May 24, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate DIY, Home, investors, Lets, platform, sell

Homeowners can’t sell a primary residence through Xome’s seller portal without a listing agent, but can hire an agent on their own or ask Xome to match them with one. At Inman Connect Las Vegas, July 30-Aug. 1 2024, the noise and misinformation will be banished, all your big questions will be answered, and new [...]read moreXome’s DIY Platform Lets Investors Sell Home Without an Agent

Investors Are Putting Their Money in Build-to-Rent Homes at a Record Rate—What’s Causing the Frenzy?

May 23, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Homes, investors, money, record

In This Article Key Takeaways A record-high 27,500 build-to-rent homes were completed in 2023, almost triple the number of completions from two years prior. This year, the number of completions is set to nearly double. Institutional investors have poured large chunks of cash into build-to-rent homes. Blackstone, for example, has invested $9.5 billion into [...]read moreInvestors Are Putting Their Money in Build-to-Rent Homes at a Record Rate—What’s Causing the Frenzy?

7 of the Most Landlord Friendly States for Investors (2024)

May 23, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate investors, Landlord, States

In This Article Key Takeaways Landlord-friendly states are characterized by factors that maximize revenue and minimize regulatory hassles for landlords. The top 7 landlord-friendly states for 2024 are Texas, Alabama, Florida, Colorado, Georgia, Arizona, and Indiana. Investing in out-of-state rental properties in these states can offer benefits, but investors should carefully consider various factors [...]read more7 of the Most Landlord Friendly States for Investors (2024)

10 Cities These Experienced Property Investors Avoid Buying Homes In

May 21, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate cities, Homes, investors, property

At Inman Connect Las Vegas, July 30-Aug. 1 2024, the noise and misinformation will be banished, all your big questions will be answered, and new business opportunities will be revealed. Join us. Investing in any segment of the economy involves a fair amount of risk. In the realm of real estate investing, the level of risk taken [...]read more10 Cities These Experienced Property Investors Avoid Buying Homes In

How Much Could a New Real Estate Tax Hurt Investors In Massachusetts—And Will It Even Work?

May 21, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Estate, investors, Real, tax, work

In This Article Key Takeaways Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey introduced a $4 billion housing bond bill that includes a real estate transfer tax of anywhere from 0.5% to 2% on property sales worth over $1 million. Supporters of the bill say it will help increase housing availability and reduce prices. Opponents say it wrongfully [...]read moreHow Much Could a New Real Estate Tax Hurt Investors In Massachusetts—And Will It Even Work?

We’re in a Home Construction Golden Age—Here’s How Investors Would Benefit From Building

May 21, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Construction, Golden, Home, investors

In This Article This article is presented by Connect Invest. Read our editorial guidelines for more information. It would be an understatement to say the COVID-19 pandemic ushered in an era of economic turmoil, presenting challenges across various sectors. Real estate debt investors, known for their gradual wealth accumulation, still experienced favorable returns on their investments [...]read moreWe’re in a Home Construction Golden Age—Here’s How Investors Would Benefit From Building

Economic Pessimism Peaks, So Why Are Investors Still Buying?

May 16, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Economic, investors

The unemployment rate begins to rise as job growth slows in the latest jobs report, prompting many to wonder, “Will this finally lead to interest rate cuts?” With so many investors waiting and hoping for rates to fall, this metric may point to exactly what the Fed is looking for. But while waiting for rate [...]read moreEconomic Pessimism Peaks, So Why Are Investors Still Buying?

Homeowners Are Slashing Prices In This Popular Region—Is There a Golden Opportunity For Investors?

May 13, 2024 mpsingh No Comments Real estate Golden, investors, Opportunity, Popular, prices

In This Article For years, buyers and investors have lamented the lack of U.S. housing inventory, which has kept prices artificially high despite soaring interest rates. That’s why a recent report from Redfin revealing that inventory is surging in parts of Florida’s Gulf Coast has surprised many people. Much of Florida Has Seen an [...]read moreHomeowners Are Slashing Prices In This Popular Region—Is There a Golden Opportunity For Investors?