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The 2025 Ohio REALTORS® Winter Conference brought together professionals from across the state for a pivotal Legislative Update held at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. As a focal point of the event, the update session featured presentations from Andrew Huffman, Assistant Vice President of Governmental Affairs, and Veronica Cardello, Assistant Vice President of External Engagement....

In early 2024, PropTech startups powered by artificial intelligence (AI) attracted a record $3.2 billion in venture capital investments, despite a 14.3% decline in overall funding compared to previous years. This surge highlights the growing confidence in AI’s ability to transform the real estate industry, positioning these startups at the forefront of a technological revolution....

As the affordability crisis continues to worsen in major urban centers, a growing number of renters are making the shift from cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles to suburban areas. New data from the National Rental Housing Council, released on February 1, 2025, highlights this emerging trend, driven by the rising cost...

At the heart of the National Real Estate Conference, held at The Venetian in Las Vegas from February 4–6, 2024, the spotlight was on the next generation of smart home technologies that are reshaping the real estate industry. Organized by Realty ONE Group as part of their annual ONE Summit, this event served as a...

Signs of Recovery in Early 2025 The U.S. housing market is showing early signs of stabilization as it enters February 2025. After enduring months of sharp declines in home sales, particularly in the latter half of 2024, recent data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) indicates that the market is beginning to recover. Home...

The commercial real estate rental market saw a noteworthy spike in activity throughout the month of February 2025, signaling a significant rebound after a slow start to the year. As cities across the United States emerged from the seasonal lull, both landlords and tenants felt a renewed sense of urgency in securing spaces. The...

The global real estate software market is projected to expand by USD 7.2 billion from 2024 to 2028, driven by the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing demand for innovative digital tools in the real estate sector. The market’s growth is further fueled by the rise of the middle-class population and the...

San Francisco’s commercial real estate market is undergoing a significant shift, with office-to-residential conversions gaining traction in early 2025. The city’s changing work patterns, driven in part by the rise of remote and hybrid work models, have led to a sharp decline in demand for office space. At the same time, the ongoing housing shortage...

A new report from the U.S. Census Bureau, released on January 30, 2025, underscores a sharp rise in demand for affordable housing across the nation. Renters, affordable housing developers, government agencies, and non-profit organizations are all grappling with the challenge of meeting the growing need for affordable rental options. This surge in demand is driven...

On January 29, 2025, Los Angeles officials announced a new set of zoning reforms aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing in the city. The new zoning laws will permit the construction of multi-family housing units in areas that have traditionally been reserved for single-family homes. This landmark decision is part of a broader...