Steve Marcinuk

Connecticut’s real estate landscape is experiencing a significant shift, driven by post-COVID market dynamics, changing investor preferences, and evolving municipal policies. The state’s focus on affordable housing development is changing traditional investment strategies while creating new opportunities in unexpected sectors. The Affordable Housing Impact on Traditional Multifamily Connecticut has launched an aggressive affordable housing initiative, ...

The hospitality landscape is undergoing a significant shift as travelers increasingly seek authentic, personalized experiences over standardized brand offerings. At the center of this change is Frances Kiradjian, founder and CEO of the Boutique & Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA), who has spent 16 years supporting independent hotel properties that many once dismissed as a declining ...

The real estate market in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad is experiencing a shift that many agents and sellers haven’t fully recognized. While the region maintains a balanced market, neither heavily favoring buyers nor sellers, one factor is increasingly determining which properties sell quickly and at premium prices: strategic home staging. Tesia Lambert, franchise owner of ...

The commercial real estate industry has changed significantly over the past three decades, from technological disruption to changing workforce demographics. Few professionals have observed these shifts as closely as Jim Kruse, Director of Brokerage at NAI Capital Commercial, whose career spans leadership roles at some of the industry’s most prominent firms. Kruse’s journey through commercial ...

The property management industry has long been criticized for its resistance to technological innovation, with many landlords still relying on outdated communication methods and inefficient processes. However, a new wave of technology-driven solutions is beginning to improve how property owners manage their investments, driven by entrepreneurs who understand the pain points firsthand. Liat Arama, co-founder ...

Kicked off just before International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, Armadillo offers a first-of-its-kind program that rewards customers for making energy-efficient and eco-conscious upgrades to their home systems and Appliances. Clarksville, Indiana — September 16, 2025 — In a bold step toward a more sustainable future, Armadillo Home Solutions, a leading provider ...

Amy Spelker‘s transition from running an interior design and antique business for a decade to joining The Spelker Team at Coldwell Banker demonstrates how design expertise can create measurable value in real estate transactions. Her approach to property staging and renovation has generated substantial returns, including one property that sold for $300,000 over asking price ...

Courtney Poulos, broker-owner of ACME Real Estate in Los Angeles, represents a contrarian voice in an industry increasingly dominated by corporate structures and AI-driven marketing approaches. Her recognition as a leader by LA Business Journal reflects a hands-on management philosophy that challenges current real estate education and accountability standards. The Broker-Owner Distinction Poulos emphasizes the ...

President Trump’s signature on the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act today marks a watershed moment for the mortgage industry, ending the controversial practice of credit bureaus selling consumer data without consent that generated unwanted solicitation campaigns targeting homebuyers during their loan application process. Grassroots Advocacy Achieves Federal Legislation The Broker Action Coalition (BAC) led a multi-year ...

The New Orleans hospitality market is experiencing a significant shift in ownership patterns, with institutional investors increasingly dominating a landscape once controlled by local operators. This change reflects broader market dynamics that position the Crescent City as an attractive investment destination for sophisticated capital. The ownership evolution in New Orleans hospitality tells a clear story ...

The golf course investment market has undergone a significant change over the past two years, with industry professionals reporting improved fundamentals and a notable shift in investor perception. What was once considered a high-risk asset class is now attracting renewed attention from capital sources seeking opportunities in specialized real estate sectors. Keith Cubba, Senior Vice ...

The hospitality industry faces a significant challenge that many operators may not fully recognize: creating truly accessible experiences for guests with physical and cognitive disabilities. While hotels may comply with basic accessibility requirements like wider doorways and roll-in showers, the everyday interactions that define a comfortable stay often remain frustratingly out of reach for millions ...

Rob Marucci of Better Living Realty LLC has developed a comprehensive property preparation service that’s generating substantial returns for sellers through strategic renovation and staging, with recent projects showing price increases of $75,000 to $100,000 from investments averaging $1,000 to $10,000. The Full-Service Transformation Model Marucci‘s “Home Staging Revolutionized” program goes beyond traditional staging advice ...

The vacation rental industry faces a fundamental challenge: balancing scale with quality service. While large national operators dominate market share and local mom-and-pop managers offer personal attention, a growing segment of property owners finds themselves caught between inadequate service and subpar performance. This gap has created opportunities for specialized operators who combine boutique-level attention with ...

The Omaha commercial real estate market presents a study in contrasts, with industrial properties experiencing high demand while office spaces struggle with elevated vacancy rates. After nearly five decades in the industry, John Dickerson, Executive Vice President at OMNE Partners, offers a seasoned perspective on how current market conditions compare to previous cycles and what ...