Investor interest in real estate tech is beginning to wane, new study says

It’s been a banner year so far for proptech companies. But there are early signs that investors may be starting to pull back, according to the Center for Real Estate Technology & Innovation. Continue reading

Interest rate hikes keep Miami the least affordable city in the nation

Buyers would have to spend 86 percent of their income to afford the $600,000 median home price, according to new research released Monday from RealtyHop. Continue reading

Overwhelmed with rentals? Here’s how to find a good property management company

Here’s everything you need to know about finding a property management company that can meet your needs and makes your life easier. Continue reading

Hunting for the right financial adviser? Ask these 8 questions before you hire

If you’re on the hunt for the right financial adviser for you, be sure to ask these questions to ensure you do not end up expecting one level of service and receiving another, writes CFP Jordan Curnutt. Continue reading

Short-term rental market balancing out after rush of supply

“Our expectation is that demand will grow at 5.7 percent for the year, about a quarter of the growth rate in 2022,” AirDNA says in its 2022 mid-year outlook. Continue reading

Q2: Multifamily rent slows in latest sign of rental market cooldown

Current CoStar report finds ‘a continued downward trend in rent growth,’ as vacancy rates tick upward and rent price growth cools. The Sun Belt and South continue to see the fastest growth. Continue reading

Matterport continues its expansion by acquiring VHT Studios

Company says purchase will help it “expand further into the real estate industry,” as it specializes in providing brokers and agents with high-quality photography and other marketing services. Continue reading

Gen Z, Millennials, have taken over the vacation rental market

These groups make up the majority of vacation rental homebuyers at a composition of 51 percent, according to vacation rental management platform Vacasa’s latest report. Continue reading

The challenges of owning multifamily properties in multiple states

When owning multifamily properties in multiple markets, there is a gap that must be bridged between owners and those serving their interests. While technology makes this easier, it is no substitute for personal attention and effective communication. Continue reading

Airbnb makes changes to summer release after hosts complain

Some short-term rental investors saw the power shift from hosts to guests while others feared Airbnb’s major update took away their competitive advantage. Continue reading