How to build a solid agent network as an investor

Having a strong and expansive network might be the most essential component of an investing business, and understanding how to build that network is paramount. It’s a skill that every highly successful investor has mastered, and one that can make the d… Continue reading

Plot of land trades hands for record-breaking $2.4M. Oh, and it’s virtual

The 6,000-square-foot tract of digital real estate will someday be home to a fashion outpost and event venue — in virtual reality, at least. Continue reading

Co-investing startup Fractional raises $5.5M in seed funding

The San Francisco-based company’s platform helps pair would-be real estate investors with friends or strangers who want to co-own property. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Have the patience to let your dreams come to fruition

Real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week: Find out how NYC’s Richard Wheeler went from nightlife fixture to real estate strategist. Continue reading

Real estate investors bought record-breaking number of homes in Q3

Investors purchased a record 18.2 percent of U.S. homes, amounting to a new high of $63.6 billion in homes during the third quarter of 2021, according to a new Redfin analysis released Monday. Continue reading

Level up your business by selling to real estate’s biggest investors

While getting your foot in the door with institutional investors might seem daunting, with the right properties and a bit of know-how, you can take your investment hustle up a notch. Here are a few tips to get you started. Continue reading

Zillow offloads 2,000 homes to New York City investment firm: Report

Pretium Partners has agreed to buy some of Zillow’s homes as the listings portal exits the iBuyer business, The Wall Street Journal reports. Continue reading

Roofstock’s new tool lets investors purchase shares in rental homes

Now through December, investors will have access to a limited time offer of investing in Roofstock One shares for $1,000. After that, the minimum investment will start at $5,000. Continue reading

No, BlackRock isn’t buying up all of Zillow’s homes

Zillow’s ill-fated iBuying venture drew detractors online before the program collapsed. But as the company races to unload 18,000 home, were they right about where it’s headed? Continue reading

PeerStreet aims to make trading real estate debt as easy as stocks

With Secondary Marketplace, investors will be able to sell fractional positions in loans and create more flexibility in adjusting portfolios as needed to achieve investment goals. Continue reading