Single-Family

ServiceLink State of Homebuying Report

ServiceLink State of Homebuying Report

Reveals Advantages for Today’s Investors by Amy Daniel While today’s homebuyers are stressed out, time strapped and overspending, investors continue to take a more measured approach. They’re waiting, watching and positioning themselves for what’s next. ServiceLink recently unveiled its 2026 State...

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Why Fraud Thrives and How Lenders Can Stop It

Why Fraud Thrives and How Lenders Can Stop It

The Baltimore Situation Should Worry Every Lender by Tony Pistilli By now, most people in the industry have seen the reporting on the Baltimore foreclosure crisis: Hundreds of properties allegedly bought at distressed prices, loaded with liens and deferred maintenance, and then appraised and...

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Fraud and the Future State of Real Estate Valuation

Fraud and the Future State of Real Estate Valuation

How to Ensure Confidence All the Way to Closing by Andy Bates Fraud and its impact on the real estate industry remain a topic of interest and particular concern in 2026. This comes after the recent, and now notorious activity of a group of bad actors in the real estate investment space in the...

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The Most Valuable Asset in SFR Investing Isn’t Capital

The Most Valuable Asset in SFR Investing Isn’t Capital

The SFR Investment Industry is Ultimately a Relationship Business by Paul Jackson The single-family rehab and rental (SFR) investment industry has matured dramatically over the past decade. What was once viewed as a fragmented landscape of independent investors and local operators has evolved into...

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Q1 2026 Top Investor Zip Codes

Q1 2026 Top Investor Zip Codes

Indiana is Surging and Florida is Pulling Back by SFR Analytics Real estate is recovering, but investors need to be selective to find the best opportunities in 2026. Today’s market is more selective, while some sectors are thriving and others are lagging. The biggest opportunities are going to...

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The Renter Suburb

The Renter Suburb

Renters Outnumber Owners in 203 Suburbs by Andra Hopulele Once homeownership strongholds, suburbs are ceding ground to the new housing reality: The renter-dominated suburb. Driven by affordability, mobility and changing lifestyles, homes for rent are extending beyond the city and into what used to...

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From Perk to Profit

From Perk to Profit

How Smart Tech is Revolutionizing Security & Asset Protection by Ashna Lee For years, smart home technology has been marketed as a luxury for tenants — customizable lighting, climate control, and app-enabled security systems that enhance the resident experience. While these features certainly...

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Maximizing Success in SFR/BTR

Maximizing Success in SFR/BTR

Leveraging Trade Partners to Navigate Portfolios and Asset Lifecycles by Yovonne Kenny Selecting the right trade partner is something most professionals in real estate and construction think they have mastered. After all, it is a straightforward concept: find someone reliable, cost-effective, and...

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9 Ways to Create a Positive Tenant Experience at Your SFR Property

9 Ways to Create a Positive Tenant Experience at Your SFR Property

Maximizing Your SFR Investment by Jason Myers As every single-family rental (SFR) property owner/operator can attest, tenant turnover is time-consuming and costly, and a tenant’s rental experience can significantly enhance (or diminish) the odds of a lease renewal. The cost to replace an SFR...

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