Category: Commercial Real Estate
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Ski Town Housing Crisis: A Real Estate Developer’s Perspective & Why Skiers Should Be Concerned
By Daniel Kaufman, Real Estate Developer & Investor – www.danielkaufman.info The housing crisis in ski towns is no longer just a problem for seasonal workers—it’s a looming issue that threatens the very sustainability of the ski industry itself. As real estate investors and developers, we need to recognize the deep impact of this crisis—not just…
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Orlando’s Apartment Market Is Booming—Here’s Where Smart Developers Are Investing
Orlando is making waves in the multifamily market, and if you’re a real estate developer or investor, this is a trend you can’t afford to ignore. With explosive apartment inventory growth and record-breaking absorption rates, Kissimmee/Osceola County is leading the charge, but it’s not the only submarket to watch. Let’s dive into why Orlando is…
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Industry Push to Preserve Property Tax Deductions
Real estate organizations are mobilizing against a proposed Congressional measure that could significantly limit property tax deductions for businesses. Industry leaders warn that such a change would have serious economic consequences, including higher costs, reduced property values, and potential instability in both the real estate market and the broader economy. What’s Happening? The Real Estate…
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Florida’s Property Tax Gamble: What It Means for Real Estate Investors and Developers
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making waves with his bold proposal to eliminate property taxes in the state—a move that, if successful, could fundamentally reshape the real estate market. With property taxes generating more than $40 billion annually for Florida’s local governments, the question remains: Who will cover the shortfall, and what does this mean…
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Top 10 Metros With the Largest Home Price Increases: What Investors Need to Know
Real estate investors and developers looking for high-growth opportunities should take note: Home prices surged across most U.S. metros in the last quarter, with 10 cities posting year-over-year price gains of at least 14.9%, according to the latest National Association of Realtors® (NAR) quarterly report. While high-demand coastal markets continue to command top dollar, the…
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Exclusive Investment Opportunity: Prime Development Parcel in Reno
One of my companies, Elevation Development, specializes in transforming challenging, high-potential land parcels into thriving communities. While we often develop luxury townhomes, we also offer select parcels for sale to investors and developers—complete with Elevation’s best-in-class construction management and lease-up services. Today, I’m excited to showcase Moose Ridge, one of the most exceptional parcels we’ve…
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Self-Storage Market Stabilizes: What Developers and Investors Need to Know
After years of oversupply and declining rents, the self-storage sector is showing early signs of stabilization. While national rents are still down 1.2% YoY as of January, this represents a marked improvement from steeper declines in late 2023. More importantly for real estate investors and developers, the pipeline of new self-storage projects is shrinking—setting the…
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Washington, DC, Housing Market: Panic or Opportunity? A Data-Driven Look for Real Estate Professionals
Despite Social Media Panic, DC’s Housing Market Holds Steady If you’ve been keeping an eye on real estate chatter, you might have heard claims that Washington, DC’s housing market is in free fall—allegedly triggered by Elon Musk’s cost-cutting at the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). These reports, however, are wildly exaggerated. For real…
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Investors Take Note: Pittsburgh & Detroit Are the Last Two Cities Where Buying Beats Renting—For Now
For real estate investors and developers, market timing is everything. The latest Realtor.com® January 2025 Rental Report reveals a rare opportunity: Pittsburgh and Detroit are the only two major U.S. metros where buying is still cheaper than renting—but this window is closing fast. With home prices rising and mortgage rates fluctuating, investors who act now…
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The Hottest Housing Markets for Investors in 2025: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas
While some segments of the U.S. housing market are still feeling the impact of high mortgage rates and sluggish inventory, four key cities in the South and West are defying the trend. Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas are experiencing strong demand, rising home prices, and sustained migration, making them prime targets for real estate investors…
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