Stephanie Haigh, RentPath director of talent acquisition RentPath Traditionally slow to embrace cutting-edge technology, the real estate industry is catching up with the swift pace of tech evolution. Among companies leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) is Atlanta, Ga.-based RentPath, whose brands — ApartmentGuide.com, Rent.com, Rentals.com and LiveLovely.com — help folks find apartments and homes
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The view from the pool of the late Robin Williams’ home Homes.com The late beloved comedian Robin Williams’ house on San Francisco Bay just hit the market, listed at $7,250,000. Located in Tiburon, a very expensive address, the 6,517 square foot home sits on some of the country’s priciest real estate. Set on a third
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and billionaire Tom Steyer … [+] discussed how to implement affordable housing during the fifth primary debate of the 2020 presidential election. Getty Images While the lack of affordable housing continues to plague the country, the question of what Democratic presidential candidates plan to do to
Do you find yourself losing more and more deals to local investors lately? It’s time to consider a virtual wholesaling strategy, in which you could easily deal in incredibly high volume and comfortably level the playing field with your local competition. You can reap all the benefits of a huge virtual market and see comparable
Tamara Day of HGTV’s Bargain Mansions Paul Versluis Virtual interior decorating has become a major trend in recent years. From Modsy to Havenly and others, consumers have found these services to be more useful, affordable and accessible than hiring a traditional designer. Several months ago, one of HGTV’s hosts, Tamara Day of Bargain Mansions threw her hat
This is a typical ICF before it is installed. The width can vary depending on the application. Photo courtesy of Logix ICF For decades, concrete walls and foundations were made the same way. Plywood or plain boards are built into forms that contain steel reinforcing bars (rebar) and into which wet concrete is poured. When
We live in an unforgiving world that demands stellar customer service. One false move, and you have a negative review on social media. That minor mistake could become magnified and live online for eons. If you feel like your business could do better, you might get your inspiration from your property manager or landlord. Most
The agents I most admire here (and there are many) are those who have dedicated themselves to … [+] breaking down these barriers. AdobeStock_182825319 This past weekend Newsday published a thorough and well-documented article detailing multiple cases of apparent housing discrimination by real estate agents in Suffolk and Nassau Counties on Long Island. The degree
Bedroom in 50 West StreetEasy via Time Equities Inc. Longing for a master bedroom? A hideaway big enough for a king-sized bed, with a private bathroom and maybe even a walk-in closet. Many dream of a home where there is one such sanctuary, let alone two. But as builders work to accommodate the needs of
Pets bring companionship and joy into the lives of millions of Americans, and many landlords have found it is good business to allow pets on their rental properties. Since it can be difficult to rent with a pet, pet owners will often be very appreciative and very respectful of your property and rules so that
15 October 2019, Saxony, Markranstädt: View over a field to a residential area with newly built … [+] detached houses. Photo: Jan Woitas/dpa-Zentralbild/dpa (Photo by Jan Woitas/picture alliance via Getty Images) dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Unless you’re super rich or super poor, you’re probably going to take out a mortgage at some point in
WeWork’s lesser-known cofounder Miguel McKelvey remains the company’s chief culture officer. Visual China Group via Getty Images As the once-hot office-sharing startup WeWork imploded this fall, frustrated investors pushed out its charismatic and erratic cofounder and CEO, Adam Neumann. The company’s other cofounder?, Miguel McKelvey, 45, an under-the-radar presence compared with the outsize Neumann, stuck
There are both advantages and disadvantages that are inherent in listing a home for sale in the winter. However, one factor remains constant: Presenting a home in its best light will result in a quicker sale and a higher selling price. Reduced inventory on the market in the winter months provides a golden opportunity to
Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin The Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville, Tennessee (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images) Getty Images The Hermitage Hotel was named the “Best City Center Historic Hotel” by the Historic Hotels of America at the 2019 Awards of Excellence. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of
Innovation has become somewhat of a buzzword that gets tossed around by many professionals and organizations to describe their business and what sets them apart from others. While many project management pros I work with tout their innovative capabilities, I see many of them struggle to make strides because they are often afraid to take
Experts weigh in on what we can expect for the 2020 housing market. Getty The 2019 housing market has been one of low rates, high demand and limited supply—particularly on the lower-priced end of the market. Will 2020 be more of the same? According to experts, yes and no. We spoke to six mortgage, real
Aerial view of Chicago Getty As with residential business, commercial real estate agents can experience success through specialization. One established way to specialize is by property or asset type, such as retail, office, industrial, land, hospitality and healthcare. Together with services like leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, valuation, and development, the layers of expertise stack up.
Exterior of Starbucks Reserve Roastery located on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. Courtesy of Starbucks Chicago, Ill.– Today marks the public unveiling of the largest Starbucks brick-and mortar in the world, the Chicago Starbucks Reserve Roastery (646 N. Michigan Ave.), a five-floor, 35,000-square-foot “retail experience.” The Chicago Reserve Roastery features three main coffee bars, which will offer
Aerial panorama of Jersey City skyline at sunset. Getty Here’s the latest on the country’s most expensive ZIP codes for apartment renters according to ApartmentGuide.Com. ApartmentGuide.com looks at multi-family buildings with 50 units or more to scope out where the priciest neighborhoods are. Brian Carberry, Managing Director of ApartmentGuide found few surprises. ”I think on this
The show sugih ban siding on the Groundswell House in Nova Scotia makes it maintenance free and … [+] attractive. The house was designed by Solterre Design. Photo courtesy of Acorn Art & Photography for Downsize: Living Large In a Small House, published by Taunton Press Shou Sugi Ban (which translates as “the burning of Japanese