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AI generatedUS home buyers face wait until mid-2027 for mortgage rate relief
According to Fannie Mae's latest forecast, fixed mortgage rates in the US will remain at elevated levels for even longer.
AI generatedData centre development challenges material manufacturers in the USA
Strong demand for data centres, advanced manufacturing, and energy infrastructure is pushing US construction material producers to their capacity limits, des…
AI generatedPrincipal Financial Group Refinances Queens Shopping Centre with USD 32 Million
The Principal Financial Group has granted Mattone Investors a USD 32 million loan to refinance the fully leased Springnex Plaza in Springfield Gardens, Queens.
AI generatedNew York City's Technology Job Market Surpasses San Francisco
A new report shows that the New York City metropolitan area has overtaken the San Francisco Bay Area in the number of technology sector employees.
AI generatedInvestment Sales in Los Angeles County Climb 28% in July Thanks to Multifamily Sector
In July, commercial real estate investments in Los Angeles County accelerated significantly, largely driven by the multifamily segment.
AI generatedT&E Development Acquires West Chelsea Plot for $33.5 Million from PPHE Hotel Group
A development plot in Manhattan's West Chelsea, originally intended for a hotel and luxury residences, has been sold to T&E Development.
AI generatedRental Listings in Tyne and Wear Rise by 86.6% Annually
The number of rental properties in England increased by 7.45% year-on-year, with Tyne and Wear recording the highest increase of 86.6%.
AI generatedPropertymark Integrates Free Property Reports into its Referral Network
Propertymark has integrated free basic reports on material information into its referral platform through a partnership with property data provider Propalt.
AI generatedBurnley Council considers borough-wide HMO planning restrictions
Burnley Council is consulting on extending Article 4 Directions, which would require planning permission for conversions to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HM…
AI generatedReal estate agents insufficiently convert website visitors into enquiries
An analysis of real estate agents' websites reveals that high visitor numbers do not automatically lead to enquiries from property owners.
AI generatedPoor maintenance can reduce property values for landlords by £59,000
According to a new study, landlords risk value losses of up to £59,000 if they maintain their rental properties insufficiently.
AI generatedUK Property Sales Recover After August Dip
Property sales in the United Kingdom recovered in the week to 16 August 2026, showing positive development after a temporary decline.
AI generatedAffinius Capital Funds Acquisition of Multifamily Properties in New Jersey and Yonkers with US$177 Million
A joint venture comprising Lincoln Property Company, Saber-Hightower, and Waterfall Asset Management has secured US$177.25 million for the acquisition of two…
AI generatedAzora and Vizcaya Capital Sell Coconut Grove Office Building for US$62 Million
Azora Private Solutions and Vizcaya Capital have sold a boutique office building in Miami's Coconut Grove for US$62.3 million after just one year, making a s…
AI generatedMayor Mamdani plans 18,000 new housing units for Staten Island
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans a significant expansion of the housing stock on Staten Island, aiming for almost 18,000 new residential units in the…
AI generatedPGIM Provides USD 83 Million Loan to Refinance New Jersey Residential Complex
PGIM has provided an USD 82.6 million loan for the refinancing of Meridia Roselle Park 10, a 325-unit apartment complex in Roselle, N.J.
AI generatedCVC acquires majority stake in rental platform OpenRent
Private equity firm CVC has acquired a majority stake in OpenRent, the UK's largest letting agency by transaction volume.
AI generatedCotswolds Tipped as Likely Location for Royal Relocation
Prince Harry and Meghan could soon settle in the Cotswolds or Northamptonshire, property experts speculate.
AI generatedPlanet Fitness Leases 14,500 SF in Coney Island Residential Development
Planet Fitness has leased 14,500 square feet of retail space on the ground floor of a new residential complex in Coney Island, Brooklyn.
AI generatedDwello Property targets £4m revenue after acquisition
A Glasgow-based property management and letting agency has completed its first acquisition and plans to increase revenue to £4 million over the next five years.
AI generatedArtificial Intelligence Transforms the Global Real Estate Market
A Miami-based company is developing AI-driven infrastructure to connect supply and demand in the real estate sector in real-time.
AI generatedRejection and Change Are Constants in Real Estate Sales: Adaptability as Key
A real estate expert sheds light on the dynamics of the New York residential property market, emphasising the importance of relationship building, transparen…
AI generatedUK rental price growth accelerates as house prices slow
In July, rental price growth in the United Kingdom accelerated to 3.7%, while annual house price inflation fell to 2%.
AI generatedRegistrations from prospective buyers fall, while sales figures remain stable
Demand from property buyers in the United Kingdom showed a decline in June, while the number of sales completions remained constant.
AI generatedProfile: Jonathan Stein of Douglas Elliman
Jonathan Stein, head of the Jonathan Stein Team at Douglas Elliman, moved into the real estate industry in 2015 from private equity and the music industry.
AI generatedOwners of Miami Design District secure $125 million for mixed-use building
A joint venture led by the owners of the Miami Design District has received financing totalling $125 million for the construction of a new mixed-use building.
AI generatedThor Equities Acquires 1359 Broadway from ESRT for $218 Million
Empire State Realty Trust sells the 22-storey office building at 1359 Broadway to Thor Equities for $218 million.
AI generatedMNRK Music Group Leases 7,629 Square Feet at Rosen's 443 Park Avenue South
Independent music company MNRK Music Group has leased 7,629 square feet of office space at 443 Park Avenue South in Manhattan.
AI generatedZar Property NY Acquires Two Buildings in NoHo for US$21 Million
Zar Property NY has acquired the two mixed-use properties at 31-35 Great Jones Street in NoHo for US$21 million.
AI generatedDiamond Home Leases 7,272 Square Feet of Office Space at 20 West 36th Street
Homewares retailer Diamond Home has signed a long-term lease for the entire fifth floor at 20 West 36th Street in Midtown South, New York.