September 19, 2024    5 min read

What Makes a Great Leader of Your Real Estate Company?

You know, there are a zillion – nay, two zillion – books and articles written on leadership and how to be a great leader. But don’t worry, this is not (really) one of those articles. It is just an interesting thought that came to me – multiple times now – and I thought I would share the thinking, as I think it might be quite useful to you if you are trying to build a Lasting Institution in your real estate enterprise.

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August 6, 2024    4 min read

This Time it's Different

Yes, I know that those are the four most dangerous words in investing, but hear me out, please. The past two – or maybe three – go-rounds with market crashes and significant downturns, private equity funds and other investors were of the view that there would be significant opportunities. They were taking their lumps with existing assets but hoped to recoup with bargains left by the market downturns. Enormous capital was raised for this eventuality.

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June 11, 2024    5 min read

Build to Rent in Governmental Cross-Hairs

I admit I am puzzled that with a national housing shortage, governments across the country – and the federal government as well – are taking aim at the so-called “Build-to-Rent Industry” – but so it is.

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