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Converting Untraditional Properties into Residential Spaces

Converting Untraditional Properties into Residential Spaces

Helping to Meet the Demand for Market-Rate and Affordable Housing by Stephanie McLane and Justin Askew Transforming untraditional properties into residential spaces is an emerging trend that not only breathes new life into existing structures but also addresses pressing housing needs while...

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Smart From the Ground Up

Smart From the Ground Up

Integrating Future-Proof Tech in BTR Communities by Sheri Young Built-to-rent (BTR) is a rising housing trend and as demand grows, the appeal is obvious — renters want to live in newly built single-family homes with a yard while also enjoying amenities typically only seen in multi-family or condo...

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Empowering Communities Through Financial Literacy & Quality Housing

Empowering Communities Through Financial Literacy & Quality Housing

Quinn Residences is Redefining Accessible Living with Intentional Solutions by Julese Dortch The decision to rent or buy a home remains one of the most consequential financial choices households face. With interest rates elevated and home prices at historic highs, securing affordable, high-quality...

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Breaking Barriers

Breaking Barriers

Empowerment, Authenticity, and Mindful Leadership in Private Lending by Janine Cascio When I reflect on my journey in the world of real estate finance, one theme consistently stands out: breaking barriers. For me, these barriers have ranged from navigating systemic challenges as a woman in a...

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A Niche Opportunity for Real Estate Investors

A Niche Opportunity for Real Estate Investors

Transforming Travel, One Guestroom at a Time REI INK had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Kevin Bidner, President & CEO of the Hotel Communication Network at the National Private Lenders Association Conference in Austin, TX. Below is an excerpt from the company’s Executive Summary...

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From Flippers to Leaders

From Flippers to Leaders

How BRK CTY Became the Nation’s Premier DSCR Lender by Eric Panecki When the co-founders started BRK CTY, we did not intend to become the leading DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) lender in the country. Our roots were humble, born from our experience as New Jersey real estate investors flipping...

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Brandywine Cares: A New Future for Renters in Atlanta

Brandywine Cares: A New Future for Renters in Atlanta

Investing in People — Investing in Communities Brandywine Cares, a nonprofit organization, is on a mission to transform the future for renters in Atlanta. Through initiatives in career coaching, financial education, and the power of planning, the organization strives to ensure that individuals not...

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Creating a Best-in-Class Experience

Creating a Best-in-Class Experience

Building a New Wholesale Broker Paradigm by Ezra Dweck and David Jacob IceCap Group is one of the largest private money lenders in the country providing business purpose loans for both short-term bridge and long-term fixed rate rental loans for 1-4 family, 5+ multifamily, and mixed-use real estate...

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Cornerstone Building Brands

Cornerstone Building Brands

Bringing Relentless Customer Focus to Investors Everywhere By Carole VanSickle Ellis When Cornerstone Building Brands director of retail sales Jorge Castro talks to a potential or current client about their door-and-window needs for a project, he tends to ask a lot of questions. However, they are...

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