Many institutional investors take a hands-off approach to their real estate investments. “Rather than investing in properties directly, they provide capital to developers and funds with the real estate expertise to find deals and manage commercial properties,” Bazzano said.
The largest institutional investors, however, may have internal teams that focus on real estate and help identify and manage investments.
Institutional real estate investors’ asset classes and strategies
Institutional investors invest in a wide variety of real estate assets, including multifamily properties, office buildings and retail, as well as those in newer or more niche sectors, such as student housing, self-storage,…
Real estate market picks up
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Inventory jumped last month and so did the prices in the BC Interior real estate market.
The Association of Interior Realtors released its February data on Tuesday, and sales were up across the board from January. The number of listings, meanwhile, were up compared to both January and February 2023.
Despite the uptick in listings, prices still found a way to move up in nearly all housing categories in every Okanagan region and in Kamloops.
“It is refreshing to see overall market activity starting to pick up ahead of spring, which is typically…
You probably caught wind of the lawsuit involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR). It’s stirred up some talk in the real estate circles, and it’s got both buyers and sellers wondering what the ripple effects might be.
Here’s the gist: The lawsuit took aim at certain practices within the NAR, particularly how commissions are structured in real estate transactions. It’s sparking discussions about transparency and fairness in the industry.
The California Association of Realtors (CAR) has been ahead of the curve, and transparency is top of the list.
Now, you might be wondering, “How does this affect me?”
Well,…
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After a sluggish winter the real estate market is picking up in Kamloops and the Okanagan with the number of sales climbing significantly in February from January.
But that comes at a cost to buyers with sale prices up in almost all categories in the region.
The benchmark price for single-family houses in the Central Okanagan rose to $1,009,100 in February, according to data released by the Association of Interior Realtors today, March 5.
That’s the first time since October 2023 the price rose above $1 million but…
Realtor Raquel Rae
Lighthouse Realty | Ludington
The cost of single-family homes. “In the market, single-family homes in central locations remain at the top of the priority list for those who want to move. Most of the homes that are still highest in demand are three-bedroom, two-bath homes that are in move in–ready shape. A large majority of buyers who are serious about their search and pre-qualified are those with federally subsidized loans like FHA, RD or VA. For these loans to finance, the big-ticket items within a home need to be in good working order, such as the roof,…
A luxury High Country home described as a slice of Mykonos in Victoria is set to smash the local property price record by more than $2m.
Named Rossdale, the almost-33ha party farm at 270 Ross Rd, Howes Creek, is about 32km from the town of Bonnie Doon, and is for sale with a $5m-$5.5m price guide.
The four-bedroom house was built in the 1980s to a design by well-known architect Guilford Bell for the late businessman Sir Andrew Grimwade CBE, a knighted scientist who served 15 years as the National Gallery of Victoria’s honorary president and also as the Walter…
A selection of suburbs across the country are hitting all the right notes for a panel of property experts constantly on the hunt for the next hotspot.
These 17 ‘high conviction’ suburbs were nominated by at least two independent industry experts in the annual realestate.com.au Hot 100 list.
And only two of these suburbs – Mandurah in WA and Armidale NSW – were nominated by three experts for their desirability.
“I think the reason really is lifestyle, location and connectivity,” said PropTrack economist Anne Flaherty.
“They are both areas where the median price of a home is still relatively affordable…
In an insightful conversation, Paweł and Rajmund, leaders of a burgeoning Polish fit-out company, share their journey through a transformative year in 2023, navigating the complex landscape of the real estate market. With a focus on cultivating a familial atmosphere within their team, they have successfully expanded their workforce and project scope across Poland, underscoring the significance of internal and external relationships in driving growth.
Innovative Expansion and Diverse Projects
The company’s strategic expansion into various sectors, including residential properties, the Private Rental Sector (PRS), logistics, and hospitality, illustrates its adaptability and foresight. By embracing the ‘Design & Build’ approach,…