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A look behind CoStar’s $1.6B acquisition of Matterport

Emily Landes — Mon, 19 May 2025 19:53:22 +0000

On the first official day after the CoStar acquisition of Matterport was finalized at the end of February, Matterport CEO RJ Pittman asked his “Matterpeeps” to show up at one of CoStar’s 72 offices in 13 countries. The in-person show of support from remote-first Matterport, headquartered in Sunnyvale, was an effort to display that it […]

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Preparing for Blockchain: CBIZ Guides Companies Through a Critical Learning Curve

Brand Studio — Mon, 19 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Once a niche technology used solely by crypto traders, blockchain is poised to become crucial to how real estate is bought and sold. From title transfer tracking to using stablecoins for transactions, blockchain-powered tech is finding its way into the real estate world. Soon, being fluent in this emerging tech will be the equivalent of […]

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Kimco, Nuveen invest in tech firm aiming to shatter “one-size-fits-all” leasing

Kari Hamanaka — Sun, 18 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000

New York tech firm Bonside nabbed equity investments from Kimco and Nuveen as it looks to place a new underwriting tool in the hands of more retail landlords, The Real Deal has learned. Bonside founder and CEO Neha Govindraj is set to reveal the news Sunday during a panel at the International Council of Shopping […]

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Customers sue proptech startup Welcome Homes over botched new builds

TRD Staff — Wed, 07 May 2025 15:28:10 +0000

Despite its name, customers allege a proptech construction startup has been anything but welcoming. Plaintiffs filed three lawsuits against Welcome Homes, a tech-based home construction company founded by DigitalOcean founders Alec Hartman and Ben Uretsky, as well as Alec’s brother Marc, the New York Post reported. The company was launched in 2020, letting buyers choose […]

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Why Real Estate Pros Trust Simplex 3D at Every Stage of Development

Brand Studio — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:14:00 +0000

When the New York City Council passed the historic “City of Yes” zoning reforms late last year, they didn’t just pave the way for 80,000 new housing units; they also created a ton of work for developers, architects, builders, and brokers. “City of Yes” tweaked dozens of existing regulations around parking mandates, Accessory Dwelling Units […]

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SmartRent CEO Shane Paladin out after only two months

Holden Walter-Warner — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:32:16 +0000

After only a few weeks on the job, SmartRent’s chief executive officer and president is already out. The smart home company announced on Thursday that Shane Paladin stepped down from the dual roles, as well as from the company’s board of directors, effective immediately. No reason was given for the exit, though the resignation came […]

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Why Parking Assets Are Today’s Hot Commodity

Brand Studio — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:36:00 +0000

With interest rates remaining high amidst continuing market uncertainty, real estate owners are under pressure to squeeze as much value as possible from their existing assets. Oftentimes an operational afterthought, parking lots and garages are potential goldmines sitting at the heart of many portfolios. By leveraging cutting-edge tech and fundamentally rethinking the role of parking […]

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Real estate is betting big on data centers

Mike Romano — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, automating complex tasks, analyzing data faster and helping businesses make smarter decisions. Its impact extends beyond operations — reshaping the very markets where industries set up shop. As AI-driven infrastructure demands surge, data centers have become some of the most sought-after investments across North America. Related Companies this week announced […]

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Beverly Hills retreats in fight against builder’s remedy

TRD Staff — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:23:12 +0000

Beverly Hills’ line in the sand against state-sanctioned builder’s remedy projects is being wiped away by a grand compromise with developers. The affluent city has cut deals with a handful of builders who have employed the state loophole to bypass local zoning laws, Urbanize Los Angeles reported. The city is also considering giving ministerial approval […]

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It’s a ‘Vibe’: How One Company Is Revolutionizing the Streaming Ad Market for SMBs

Brand Studio — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:54:00 +0000

The streaming era presents small- and midsize businesses (SMBs) with a unique opportunity to grab a healthy slice of the advertising pie. According to Vibe.co Founder and CEO Arthur Querou, SMBs make up two-thirds of the U.S. economy but only account for 5 percent of ad spending on television. Now, with many viewers transitioning from […]

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