Marco Santarelli

JUNE 15, 2025

I view Cleveland best suited for investors focused on yield and willing to put in the effort on property management or finding solid local partners. Due diligence on specific property condition is crucial, as many properties are older. Purchase prices are low, and rental demand is consistent.

Investor

AAOA

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Smart technology integration is also far less expensive for tiny homes than larger properties as they require less equipment. Conclusion A tiny house can make an excellent rental property investment, especially in the vacation and short-term rental market. Many tiny houses feature a loft for sleeping and storing.

Due diligence

The Close

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Pro-tip: Understanding how to start an Airbnb business should encourage investors to do their due diligence. Additionally, if your property falls under the jurisdiction of a Homeowners Association (HOA), you must review and adhere to its bylaws. It depends on your time, expertise, and the number of properties owned.

Investor

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Embrace technology If you still rely on paper and pen, it’s time to enter the 21st century. Technology is critical when it comes to streamlining communication, managing data, and responding to emergency situations. And don’t forget the most convenient of tools: property management software.

Due diligence

Housing Wire

JUNE 18, 2021

That includes details about property condition, which can significantly impact property value. Unfortunately, the days of getting up-to-date property condition information from an appraisal are over. Due to the rise of new technology solutions and the pandemic, 40% of mortgages are now completed with appraisal waivers.

Investor

Realty Biz

MARCH 15, 2021

While blockchain has already been used in sectors like finance and logistics for many years, the technology is now being leveraged within the real estate sector. Smart contracts can also improve due diligence, save on costs, and reduce the likelihood of fraud, payment disputes, and many other issues. Image Credit: Unsplash.

Technology

GeekEstate

MARCH 2, 2021

Now there are AutoCAD files, drone videos, 360 photos, 3D models, virtual tours, time-lapse photography, not to mention the new technologies on the horizon. When my co-founder, Greg Moulton, and I were working together at a Google spinoff, we saw CRE companies having real difficulties managing all this new visual information.

Due diligence

GeekEstate

APRIL 5, 2022

Inspectify : Applies the latest technology to make inspectors more proficient and effective. B-Line : Facility management and emergency alert platform empowering owners and occupants safe return to work. CREtelligent : Innovative due diligence solutions, analytics, and professional insights for commercial real estate acquisitions.

Due diligence

RIS Media

APRIL 5, 2022

The influence of technology in this industry is undeniable and the entrepreneurs in REACH continue to redefine our understanding of what is achievable today. The 2022 NAR REACH and REACH commercial programs represent the top new companies in property technology, whose teams are as talented as the innovation they deliver.”.

Due diligence

Housing Wire

JANUARY 26, 2024

Marketing and Technology: The marketing strategies and technology tools provided for agents. Keller Williams has recently worked to step up their technology and tool game so that it can better compete with the more cutting-edge brokerages. Their innovative technology tools include mobile platforms for working on the go.

Brokerage

Marco Santarelli

APRIL 11, 2024

Additionally, advancements in big data and computing power have enabled investors to conduct more thorough due diligence and forecast market trends with greater accuracy. This technological leap has also streamlined property management costs, enhancing the scalability of SFR investments.

Due diligence

Realty Biz

OCTOBER 16, 2020

The startups range from virtual staging tools to e-signature platforms, and are all aiming to make a big impact in the real estate technology sector. Second Century Ventures, a global venture fund in real estate technology, has more than 100 portfolio companies worldwide.

Due diligence

Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 4, 2024

Additionally, maintaining luxury properties can be more expensive, requiring specialized services and higher-quality materials. Property Management: Efficient property management is crucial for maximizing returns and minimizing risks.

Commercial

The Close

JUNE 10, 2024

Stay up-to-date with market trends, regulatory changes, and new technologies by attending workshops, reading industry publications, and continuing your education. Property Management Commercial property managers oversee the day-to-day operations of commercial properties.

Commercial

The Close

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In an evolving digital landscape, rental fraud is no longer limited to simple scams—it’s now driven by sophisticated technologies such as AI and deepfakes. Deepfake Voice Calls Scammers use AI to clone voices, impersonating property managers or real estate agents to convince investors to wire money or make other financial moves.

Due diligence

Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 17, 2020

Instead, we’re going to focus on the best real estate websites that make it easier to perform due diligence when researching properties and simplify the process of finding, vetting, and managing tenants. Auction.com’s marketplace has streamlined the distressed property transaction for buyers and sellers.

Purchase and sale agreement

Enertiv

JANUARY 19, 2021

Instead of trying to compile thousands of documents and spending hours putting together preventative maintenance and inspection schedules, my advice now is to embrace technology. Each day, time is spent prepping for the day’s work: printing out maintenance schedules, coordinating with property managers, and prioritizing work orders.

Technology

AAOA

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Technological Advancements The integration oftechnological advancementsin multifamily real estate is reshaping tenant preferences and revolutionizing property management practices. With the surge inremote work, there is a noticeable shift towards properties offeringdedicated home office spaces.

Property Management

HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

Airbnb owners get tired of paying management fees and dealing with customer complaints and negative ratings, but they have too little equity to sell the traditional way. They hired a property management company that didn’t do the job well or the people destroyed the property.

Sales

Marco Santarelli

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Some people chose the fix and flip approach because they don’t want to find tenants or maintain properties. You can solve this problem by outsourcing that works to a good property management company. What if your end goal remains selling the property? You don’t have to fix up the property.

Lending

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 28, 2023

This could include popular subjects like landscapes, people, food, or technology. Additionally, real estate crowdfunding platforms handle the management of the property, so you do not need to worry about managing tenants, repairs, or other issues that come with owning physical property.

Lending

Marco Santarelli

APRIL 30, 2021

Better yet, if you plan on owning this property for 10 years, how many family favors do you have stored up? Work with a professional property manager to manage your property rather than a family member that has their own life and really doesn’t know a whole lot about real estate investing anyways.

Investor