Pacaso fundraising campaign continues apace despite critique

The campaign’s transparency was questioned following a decision to post “cumulative” financials instead of annualized profits in a pitch sent to investors that drew fire from an industry analyst. Continue reading

Floyd Mayweather Jr. to acquire $402M Black Spruce portfolio

The deal, one of the city’s largest this year, involves 1,000 units and more than 60 buildings across Upper Manhattan in New York City. Part of the portfolio closed Wednesday, according to reports. Continue reading

With $184M, Backflip to offer residential transition loans

The mobile-forward fintech company that marries real estate investment search and analysis with streamlined financing has raised a $184 million through two private credit funds, one a $30M of equity, the other is asset-backed financing of $154 million. Continue reading

In its effort to add more supply, Airbnb rolls out co-hosting feature

Short-term rental leader keeps its sights set on lowering barriers to entry for people who might be interested in offering their homes on Airbnb. Continue reading

Ready to invest internationally? Consider Panama real estate

The Agency Panama’s Victoria Levitam offers insight into the investment potential of Panama, a hidden gem offering exceptional opportunity and quality of life. Continue reading

Ready to renovate a rental? Add these features to attract tenants

Between tenants and looking to stand out in your rental market? Ryan Barone shares the improvements to make to build equity and get your flat filled. Continue reading

5 best tools and strategies for multifamily lease retention

It’s much easier to keep great tenants than to find them in the first place. That’s why an effective retention strategy is essential for multifamily investors, Michael Zaransky writes. Continue reading

3 reasons real estate agents should be investing in real estate

Implement the knowledge you already have to increase your income and grow your wealth as a real estate investor, investor and new Inman contributor Avery Carl writes. Continue reading

Mom-and-pop flippers make the dream of homeownership a reality

Small real estate investors have a role to play in improving affordability and inventory, trainer Bernice Ross writes, and can be a key part of growing your real estate business. Continue reading