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May 04, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Matt Myre

Will Increased Consumer Confidence Make Home-Buying Harder?

Almost 45% of the US population has been vaccinated with at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, giving way to an improving job market and greater mobility. With the…

May 03, 2021Jan 29, 2024 Dave Meyer

What You Missed From BPInsights: Will the Housing Market Cool Off Soon?

It’s been a rough couple of months for anyone looking for deals—particularly on the MLS. People just haven’t been selling their houses. It makes sense that inventory is low. With…

Apr 29, 2021Feb 07, 2024 Dave Meyer

How Does Inflation Affect Real Estate?

Inflation plays an important role in the economy. With unprecedented levels of government stimulus over the last few months, fears of inflation are surfacing after years of stability. What does…

Apr 16, 2021Nov 11, 2022 Dave Meyer

Will the Housing Market Cool in 2021?

It’s been a rough couple of months for anyone looking for deals—particularly on the MLS. People just haven’t been selling their houses. It makes sense that inventory is low. But…

Apr 14, 2021Feb 20, 2024 Scott Smith

Beyond the Pandemic: How Rent Relief Plans Can Boost the Rental Economy

How can landlords balance their financial needs with their tenants' to give both parties a way through challenging circumstances? A rent relief plan may be the answer.

Apr 14, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Dave Meyer

Inflation Is Rising—What Does That Mean for Investors?

Mortgage may remain stable, but there are more considerations afoot—like rising inflation. How do these concerns affect investors? Should you adjust your strategy?

Apr 12, 2021Nov 11, 2022 Dave Meyer

Will 2021 Be a Great Year for Short-Term Rentals?

The travel industry took a beating in 2020. Many owners of short-term rental properties were concerned the damage to the tourism industry would extend to them. Without bookings, many small-…

Apr 12, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Andrew Syrios

Here’s What $27 Trillion In Debt Looks Like

The United States is awash in debt—trillions of dollars of debt, in fact. But understanding the sheer scope of that debt is difficult. Here are some charts to help you…

Apr 06, 2021Jan 05, 2024 Dave Meyer

Where Did Rents Decline the Most in 2020?

All the attractions making big city living worth the rent have been sidelined since COVID-19 began. It's no surprise that these large metros and vacation destinations are where rents declined…

Apr 06, 2021Nov 11, 2022 Jason Allen

Short-Term Rental Market Trends and What They Mean for You

COVID-19 has affected all real estate investors in one way or another, but owners of short-term rentals have had a particularly unusual time. Here's what to expect in 2021.

Apr 01, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Dave Meyer

Where Did Rents Increase the Most in 2020? Here’s What You Missed on BPInsights

This month on BPInsights, we found the 10 U.S. real estate markets where rents increased the most in 2020. We also dove into interest rate and explored the wealth-building opportunities…

Mar 26, 2021Nov 11, 2022 Dave Meyer

6 Cash Flow Unicorn Cities: March 2021 Markets of the Month

I don't love the 1% rule, but I can't deny that cash flow is great—a high rent-to-price ratio is a great signal. These six markets do, on average, meet the…