Our Extraordinarily Strange, Not-So-Good, and Very Illiquid Real Estate Market
The housing market makes no sense at this point. Is it good? Bad? Ugly? Here's what the data says it is.
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Andrew Syrios
Rent Control Does Not Work—So Why Does the Government Insist on Making Landlords Follow It?
Rent control has been around for a long time, and it still doesn't work. Why are governments around the country so insistent on it, and why don't we learn our…
The Rise and Fall of the American Shopping Mall
They might be working now, but in 30 years, we might never see them again. Here's the sad story of the shopping mall.
How a Fire in Chicago Created Title Insurance and Changed Real Estate Forever
Title insurance wasn't just thought up one day. It took a huge fire and a ton of loss to bring it to the forefront.
Construction Prices are Making BRRRR Investments (and The Home Depot) Deeply Unprofitable
It’s not just you. The cost of construction—be it on rehabs or new builds—has gone through the roof. What does this mean for investors long-term?
Student Housing Has Remained Resilient and Profitable—So Should You Invest in It?
This type of housing has been a top performer in their markets since before the 2008 recession. They continue to surge today. Should you be investing in them?
It’s Time We Start Redefining What a Balanced Market is
The real estate market has been out of sorts since 2020. Is a balanced market, as we define it, even possible anymore? It's time we shift our perspective.
Think Twice: Here’s When to Make (and Not Make) Gut Decisions
We all use our gut, but some use it more than they should, and others use it less. This article is about finding a solid middle ground.
You’re Making a Mistake if You Are Not Adding Contingencies to Your Rehab Budgets
With the way the market's been acting lately, you need to be proactive about protecting yourself. Add this to your list of must-haves.
Buckle Up Investors—Interest Rates Are Only Going to Get Worse From Here
Yes, interest rates might still be historically low compared to the 80s and before, but don't expect it to stay that way.
A U.S. Default Could Be Catastrophic For Real Estate Investors—Here’s What You Need To Know
The looming debt ceiling is worrisome, as the economic implications that follow a possible default are unprecedented and could be catastrophic for all sectors, including real estate. Here's what you…
Think Like The Greeks: Build Your Investing Philosophy With Stoicism
Learn to embrace the wisdom of the ancient Greeks can help you navigate the complexities of the modern real estate market with greater clarity and insight.
It’s Official—Commercial Real Estate Is Collapsing
Commerical real estate vacancies are surging, and it looks like it can only get worse from here. What does this mean for the market?
