Pacaso raises $125M with Softbank-led Series C round

The company’s model allows multiple parties to co-own luxury second-homes in locations such as Lake Tahoe, Aspen, Napa and Malibu. It operates in 25 markets to date. Continue reading

Sundae debuts off-market distressed property platform for investors

The new platform will allow investors to view, filter and sort distressed properties exclusive to Sundae, as well as submit cash offers and track them in real time. Continue reading

Jetty Rent allows tenants to choose when they want to pay rent

Renter financial services startup Jetty has launched a new product to help both renters and property managers combat issues that arise from late rent payments. Continue reading

Are in-person tours dead? Not so fast

Virtual tours are alive and well. In fact, they are improving all the time as technology continues to evolve. However, even though virtual tours help spark that initial connection between client and home, in-person tours are what seal the deal. Here’s … Continue reading

4 features every property management platform should have

Choosing the right property management platform can make all the difference in putting you ahead of the competition while helping you foster more meaningful relationships with your clients. Here are a few features you should plan to integrate. Continue reading

What real estate investors can do for renters whose homes were hit by Ida

The clean up and repair work that remains in Hurricane Ida’s aftermath is overwhelming for many, and investors who have rental properties that have been impacted will want to ensure their renters are treated with care. Continue reading

Housing insecurity ticks down in most states, but some worse off

Nationwide, the share of households behind on payments and worried about eviction or foreclosure has barely changed from a year ago. Continue reading

Kocomo brings co-ownership model to luxury international homes

Kocomo has raised $56 million to further its mission of democratizing owning a luxury second home in popular vacation destinations like the Caribbean and Mexico. Continue reading

Guests struggle to get VRBO refunds amid California wildfires

The Caldor Fire has ripped through a popular travel region, but travelers say they’ve struggled to get their money back after booking trips to vacation rentals. Continue reading

Investor-focused LendingHome to rebrand as ‘Kiavi’

The company focuses on lending for investors who plan to rent out or flip their properties. The new name is a reference to the word for “key” in Italian. Continue reading