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Airbnb launches new council to address US housing crisis

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The Airbnb Housing Council will advise the home-sharing company on policies and initiatives it can support to combat housing affordability and inventory issues. Continue reading →

Pacaso’s Marnie Blanco on why co-ownership is poised for a big 2024

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Pacaso’s senior vice president of industry relations sat down with Inman ahead of Inman Connect New York next week to share the vacation-home platform’s big expansion plans for the new year. Continue reading →

Real estate coaches who preyed on Spanish speakers banned by FTC

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The Federal Trade Commission has ordered Ganadores Real Estate to refund consumers after making false real estate coaching and mentoring promises. The group charged $28,000 per student and promised six-figure returns. Continue reading →

Chicago landlord, business groups sue to block transfer tax hike

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Voters are set to decide whether to increase the tax paid on real estate sales above $1M. Landlords and business groups say referendum violates the state constitution. Continue reading →

Rentals startup Frontdesk lays off all staff after failed funding round

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All 200 full-time staff members along with contractors and part-time staff were dismissed during “a two-minute Google Meet call.” Continue reading →

Real estate investing in 2023: The roller coaster continues

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Rent began to reverse, office vacancy remained near record highs, banks failed and lending got tricky in 2023. Where are we headed next? Continue reading →

Inventory boost expected to slow rent growth to 1.5%

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The rental market is entering the new year with a major boost in inventory and cooling rental growth — two factors that are expected to yield a mixed bag of results for landlords and tenants alike.  Continue reading →

These green building materials will create a more sustainable future

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Forget concrete and steel. According to CEO and investment expert Avi Philipson, the future of building is greener and more sustainable and fueled by surprisingly traditional materials. Continue reading →

House Hacking spiked amid COVID. In 2024, it will be a household name

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Last month, Fannie Mae lowered its down payment minimum for some properties, clearing a path for investors like Alejandro and Jessicas Cuevas, who bought in Chicago with hacking in mind. Continue reading →