Perspective

Is a Proposed Ban on Institutional Investors the Answer?

Is a Proposed Ban on Institutional Investors the Answer?

The Data is Clear by Nate Zielinski A recently proposed ban by the current administration to prohibit institutional investors from buying too many homes has made shockwaves across the real estate investment industry for the past few weeks. The sense of confusion within the industry stems from the...

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The Donald Trump Housing Policy

The Donald Trump Housing Policy

It’s Time to Take a Deep Breath by Suzanne Andresen Following President Trump’s announcement in early January 2026 about pending limitations facing our REITs and SFR investors, many folks’ initial response was, “Uh-oh.” Take a deep breath. While the message was not what the industry was expecting...

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Why Land Still Matters in a Digital World

Why Land Still Matters in a Digital World

Land Represents Generational Wealth and Legacy by Jose Berlanga Land is essential to human existence, to all living creation, for that matter. And this is a reality that even artificial intelligence and the robot age will never change. Land matters, maybe today more than ever. A futuristic world...

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When Markets Bite

When Markets Bite

Private Lending in Uncertain Times by Jon Hornik, Esq. In 1977, a soon‑to‑be-classic film hit theaters and sent chills through beachgoers everywhere. Much like the infamous shark in “Jaws,” which lurked beneath the surface and made every dip in the ocean a nerve‑racking gamble, today’s financial...

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2025 ServiceLink State of Homebuying Survey

2025 ServiceLink State of Homebuying Survey

2025 Reveals Opportunities for Investors by Joseph Ticchione Today’s youngest homebuyers, Gen Z, are ready to make their move and enter the market. But they also are quick to walk away if they do not find exactly what they are looking for. ServiceLink recently released its 2025 State of Homebuying...

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The Mind of an Investor

The Mind of an Investor

Scaling Your Business to its Full Potential by Sunil Chillar My investment journey started 25 years ago in Jersey City, New Jersey. Back then, I made an average income as a realtor and had to borrow money from my family to purchase my first investment property. After making a substantial profit on...

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The Affordable Housing Crisis

The Affordable Housing Crisis

A Market-Based Solution by Lauren Dreher For decades, the affordable housing crisis has been a persistent issue in government offices, investor meetings, and industry conferences. Despite billions in funding, the core problems remain: rising costs, supply shortages, and inefficient programs that...

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The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

A 2025 Mortgage Prediction by David Sober As housing finance enters another challenging year, the mortgage business in 2025 will be significantly affected by a few emerging trends we may categorize as the good, the bad, and the ugly. Let’s begin with the ugly trends. The Ugly: Home Prices Will Not...

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What Real Estate Industry Leaders Are Saying About the Market

What Real Estate Industry Leaders Are Saying About the Market

The Ability to Anticipate and Adapt to Future Changes is Crucial By Fay Smith The real estate market is an ever-changing world that dictates the course of global economies and the fate of local communities. Since the stability of the real estate market has a direct influence on shaping our...

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