Why self-storage and real estate leap-frog traditional investments

Self-storage and real estate investments provide returns and benefits that traditional investments may not offer, making them an attractive option for investors looking to diversify their portfolio and generate steady income. Continue reading

Why financial literacy education is the key to generational wealth

As young people become more financially literate, we’ll see our families, businesses, communities and the nation as a whole become stronger and more resilient, writes investor David Phelps. Continue reading

Ark7, the transparency-centered app that leaves no investor behind: Tech Review

Ark7 is a mobile and browser application helping accredited and non-accredited investors alike invest in real estate. Continue reading

Hotelier gives up on 2 hotels in San Francisco, citing ‘major challenges’

Park Hotels & Resorts CEO Thomas Baltimore says city’s “major challenges” include weak conference outlook, high office vacancy rate and “street conditions” when announcing the move. Continue reading

How 1 real estate investor beats the banks amid rising interest rates

Brad Smotherman bought 28 homes last month without traditional financing. He plans to double his business by the end of 2024. The Tennessee real estate investor told Inman how he does it. Continue reading

Bridge loans for investment properties: What you need to know

Bridge loans offer investors a quick and flexible way to finance an investment property, but they come with some disadvantages, writes Luke Babich, chief sales officer at Clever Real Estate. Continue reading

LISTEN: In today’s market, can doing good help agents do well?

Atlanta broker-owner Amy McCoy joins Dr. Lee Davenport for a discussion of community advocacy and housing equity. Continue reading

Investment activity tallies record fall as purchases tumble 49% in Q1

Overall home purchases dropped 41%, suggesting investors have pulled back from the market more than consumers during a period of high rates and volatile home prices, according to Redfin. Continue reading

Real estate investing: 3 tips to get started from a seasoned investor

Find a niche, start small and think local, writes Inman contributor Michael Zaransky, the founder and managing principal of MZ Capital Partners. Continue reading

Should real estate investors bank on self-storage amid uncertainty?

Should you jump on the bandwagon or leave self-storage to institutional investors? Here’s what to consider before investing in a storage facility, according to SparkRental co-founder G. Brian Davis. Continue reading