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Where Millennials Are Making Their Homebuying Mark

22 October 2026

Where Millennials Are Making Their Homebuying Mark

Millennials have spent years being described as the generation that would never buy homes. They were buried in student debt, scarred by the 2008 housing crash, and supposedly happier renting in...

Where Retail Space Is Making a Big Comeback

21 October 2026

Where Retail Space Is Making a Big Comeback

For nearly a decade, the narrative around physical retail sounded like a eulogy. E-commerce was eating the world, malls were dying, and any investor who held retail real estate was either stubborn...

Why More Young Professionals Are Choosing Suburban Life in 2027

20 October 2026

Why More Young Professionals Are Choosing Suburban Life in 2027

Something interesting is happening in the way young professionals think about where to live. For nearly two decades, the cultural script was simple: graduate, move to a big city, rent a small...

How Local Politics and Zoning Laws Constrain or Create Markets

19 October 2026

How Local Politics and Zoning Laws Constrain or Create Markets

Ask ten real estate investors why a deal works and you`ll hear about cap rates, rent rolls, and interest rates. Ask them why a deal is impossible and you`ll usually hear something else: the city...

Where to Buy Next: Up-and-Coming Areas in Atlanta

18 October 2026

Where to Buy Next: Up-and-Coming Areas in Atlanta

Atlanta has never been a city that sits still. Neighborhoods that were quietly affordable ten years ago now command prices that surprise even longtime residents. The flip side is that the city...

Is a Market Correction Coming? Analyzing Signs for 2027 and Beyond

17 October 2026

Is a Market Correction Coming? Analyzing Signs for 2027 and Beyond

Real estate markets move in cycles. That much is certain. What is never certain is the timing, the depth, or the trigger of the next turn. Anyone who tells you they know exactly when a correction...

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Real Deals: Springdale shopping center anchored by Harps sells for $11 million

October 21, 2026 - 23:42

Real Deals: Springdale shopping center anchored by Harps sells for $11 million

Three single-story commercial buildings totaling 61,302 square feet in Springdale have been sold for $11.5 million. The transaction works out to about $187 per square foot. The buyer is an...

Builders Pull Back on Construction as Buyers Gain Leverage

October 21, 2026 - 11:36

Builders Pull Back on Construction as Buyers Gain Leverage

Home construction is slowing as builders respond to softer demand, and buyers are seeing the results in the form of incentives and price reductions. Rather than pushing ahead with new projects,...

Prince Harry Explains the Family's Move From California to the U.K.

October 20, 2026 - 17:27

Prince Harry Explains the Family's Move From California to the U.K.

Prince Harry has opened up about the decision to move his family from California back to the United Kingdom, saying the choice came down to something deeply personal. Harry, 42, explained that the...

Jeff Bezos’ Florida Real Estate Empire Could Be Growing With $69 Million Golden Beach Mansion: Report

October 20, 2026 - 01:51

Jeff Bezos’ Florida Real Estate Empire Could Be Growing With $69 Million Golden Beach Mansion: Report

A $69.5 million oceanfront mansion in Golden Beach, Florida, has reportedly been tied to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, though his involvement in the purchase has not been confirmed. The 17,500 square...

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How Local Politics And Zoning Laws Constrain Or...

This article sheds light on the critical role of local politics and zoning laws in shaping real estate markets. Understanding these factors can help buyers and investors navigate the complexities of property development and market potential.

Author: Vance Beck

October 21, 2026

Where Retail Space Is Making A Big Comeback

Oh great, retail space is back! Just what we need-more empty storefronts transformed into trendy coffee shops. Can`t wait for the grand reopening!

Author: Simon Wolfe

October 21, 2026

Smart Home Myths Debunked Separating Hype From...

So, smart homes in 2027 are supposed to pour your coffee and walk your dog too? I can barely get my smart fridge to tell me when I`m out of milk. If my vacuum starts giving advice on stocks, I might just give it a promotion... or a raise!

Author: Mariana Becker

October 20, 2026

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