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In a major shift in local immigration policy, the city of Glendale, California, announced on June 9, 2025, that it will no longer hold detainees on behalf of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The decision marks a significant move away from federal immigration enforcement, reflecting increasing resistance in communities across the U.S. to the practices...

On June 9, 2025, former President Donald Trump signed a new proclamation that has sharply intensified U.S. travel restrictions for nationals from 19 countries. The order, which takes effect immediately, imposes a full travel ban on 12 countries and partial restrictions on 7 others, citing national security concerns. This marks a significant escalation in U.S....

As of June 2025, data centers have emerged as a dominant force in U.S. commercial real estate investment, driven by the surging demand for digital infrastructure and cloud services. According to a recent report by Alter Domus, the data center sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, attracting significant capital from investors seeking stable returns amid challenges...

As of June 2025, the U.S. commercial real estate sector is undergoing significant transformations, adapting to the evolving work patterns that have emerged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift towards hybrid work models has prompted businesses to reevaluate their office space needs, leading to a “flight to quality” in the market. According...

Despite facing economic uncertainties, the U.S. housing market has shown notable resilience as of June 2025. Real estate consultancy Knight Frank has revised its annual house price growth forecast upward from 2.5% to 3.5%, citing sustained buyer interest and limited housing inventory. Similarly, Savills projects a 4% growth, highlighting the market’s adaptability in the face...

LOS ANGELES — Tensions escalated dramatically in Los Angeles over the weekend as President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to quell growing unrest sparked by aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. The move, bypassing California Governor Gavin Newsom’s authority, has ignited a fierce legal and political battle over federal...

LOS ANGELES, CA — June 7, 2025 — Partner Real Estate has been recognized among the top-performing real estate teams in both California and the United States, according to the 2025 RealTrends Verified Rankings. The firm secured the #3 position in California by sales volume and #4 by transaction sides. Nationally, it ranked #13 in...

After years of decline, investors are showing renewed interest in the U.S. office market. Office building sales volume increased by 20% in 2024 to $63.6 billion, marking the first annual uptick since 2021. Foreign investors, including Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, have made significant acquisitions, signaling optimism about the sector’s recovery. Factors contributing to this resurgence...

Global real estate firm Hines has announced a significant new development: a 7,000-home master-planned community spanning nearly 3,000 acres in Fort Bend County, Texas. Situated near the rapidly growing areas of Katy and Fulshear, the project represents one of Hines’ largest single-family residential undertakings to date. Construction is slated to commence in 2025, with the...

The U.S. rental housing market is facing renewed strain as the post-pandemic surge in multifamily construction begins to wane, exacerbating affordability challenges for renters across the country. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, multifamily housing completions have declined by 28% since peaking in August 2024, signaling a significant slowdown in new rental supply...