Monthly Archives: February 2022

Rookie Podcast 157: The 4 Keys to Perfect Property Management & Live in Flipping as an Army Man w/ Adam Widder

Property management is a difficult yet crucial part of real estate investing. In today’s episode, our guest, Adam Widder, who was a former property manager, shares his four guiding principles […]

Questions linger after IRS’s about‑face on facial recognition

Why would a tax agency contractor’s privacy policy mention collecting information about my Facebook friends? The post Questions linger after IRS’s about‑face on facial recognition appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Fathom buys mortgage lender Cornerstone First Financial

Known primarily as a real estate brokerage, Fathom got into the mortgage business last year with the acquisition of Encompass Lending Group.

How to Invest in Real Estate Before Turning 21

Pretty much all current real estate investors wish they started earlier. But young people often don’t think it’s possible. Can you really buy an investment property before turning 21? Yes! Here’s how a teenager can set themselves up for success in four simple steps.

5 Steps to Lower Vacancy Rates and Increase Renewal Rates

Lease renewal rates in the U.S. have been climbing steadily over the past decade, reaching record highs in 2020 as many renters were unable or unwilling to relocate due to the pandemic. If you are struggling to secure lease renewals at your rental property or are looking to up your renewal rate metrics, here are […]

Vincent Gallo unloads Trump Tower condo for $1.59M, a modest profit

The director of “Buffalo ’66” sold the 54th-floor unit for $1.59 million, a modest profit after buying the “heavily discounted” condo for $1.47 million in 2019 at the nadir of Trump’s popularity in New York.

With vacancies piling up, San Francisco weighs ’empty homes tax’

Proposed ballot measure would impose a tax on housing units that sit empty. The measure would apply to condos and apartments.

How real estate agents can tap the lucrative Airbnb investing market

Airbnb property investing is quickly becoming the go-to arena for those wanting to dip their toes into a profitable market. Here’s how to get in on working with these buyers and helping them maximize their investment dollars.

Single-family rental prices tripled their rate of growth in 2021

Annual rent price gains soared 7.8 percent in 2021, notching a record-breaking year amid a supercharged market, according to new data released Tuesday by CoreLogic.

5 hot property trends: What you need to know to prosper in 2022

One of the best ways to succeed in any market is to follow the data. Bernice Ross and Rick Sharga crunch the numbers so that the trends can inform your marketing strategy.

For US Olympians, homeownership can be as elusive as a gold medal

With little dependable income, failing to make podium or secure corporate sponsorships typically means more roommates, aspiring Olympians and their advocates told Inman.

Brooklyn Beckham lists LA mansion 8 months after purchase

The 22-year-old son of David and Victoria Beckham listed his Los Angeles mansion for a dollar short of $11 million.

Black Knight acquisitions power record-breaking sales in 2021

The mortgage software giant expects to break its 2021 record of $1.475 billion in sales again this year after buying out partners in Optimal Blue.

Airbnb cites remote work for record income, $1.5B in Q4 revenue

Company says it earned $6 billion total in 2021 as rapid changes to the travel industry propelled the company above pre-pandemic levels.

5 ways real estate agents quickly ruin client relationships

Aggravating mistakes end up costing you clients, time and money, with the largest expense being to your reputation. Find out what not to do — and how to keep your clients happy.