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Olshan Properties, Atlas among Renter’s Trust Awards winners

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The awards by rental fintech company Obligo celebrate property management partners that treat renters fairly and earn “positive sentiment at move-out” by renters. Continue reading →

With money from chores (and help from dad), 6-year-old buys house

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As a lesson in property investment, a father taught his 6-year-old daughter and her 2 siblings how to build a property portfolio — and they ended up with a brand new home. Continue reading →

Small, outdoor-friendly rental markets thrived in 2021: RentCafe

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As would-be homebuyers opted out of the for-sale market due to harsh market conditions in 2021, renters turned to alternative markets with space and access to nature, a recent year-end study from RentCafe found. Continue reading →

Airbnb has helped house more than 10K Afghan refugees since August

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The program to house Afghan refugees for free or at a reduced cost was announced back in August and has met more than half its goal of housing 20,000 refugees. Continue reading →

NYC Council quashes bill to end tenant criminal background checks

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The New York City Council refused to vote on Fair Chance for Housing Act, which would prevent landlords from denying tenants based on their criminal records. The bill may go back up for a vote in 2022. Continue reading →

Redfin in 2022: Does slow and steady ultimately win the race?

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Redfin is an iBuyer, a brokerage and a portal. But the company is also known for taking a more conservative approach to growth than some rivals. Continue reading →

Aspen puts kibosh on short-term rental, new construction permits

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Last week, the city council voted unanimously to put a moratorium on all new construction and short-term rental permits in an effort to combat the city’s increasing lack of affordable housing. Continue reading →

From NFTs to IPOs: The top real estate investment stories of 2021

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Proptech’s banner year, a couple long-awaited IPOs, surging rent growth and more — here’s all the hot Property Portfolio news that hit the press in 2021. Continue reading →

Get results in your next negotiation with these simple tips

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A good negotiation is all about finding balance, not browbeating the other side into submission. Here’s how to negotiate in an effective way that will set you up for continued success in the multifamily sector. Continue reading →

Vacation rental giant Vacasa makes its stock market debut

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The vacation rental management firm is the latest to go public via a merger with a special purpose acquisition company. Continue reading →