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The dwindling supply of homes may be poised for a turnaround, cooling the red-hot market

The dwindling supply of homes may be poised for a turnaround, cooling the red-hot market

The housing market has been red hot. The combination of low borrowing rates, strong demand for more living and work-from-home space as the pandemic wears on, and tight supply have driven up prices. While concentrating on price and sales, which are indicators of demand, is important, don’t overlook supply. More homes may be hitting the market, helping cool it down some. [Source: Miami Herald]

Nothing stops Florida landlords from raising rents out of sight. That’s not true in some states.

As rents skyrocket in Florida, landlords still enjoy unbridled power to raise rents as much as they want, a situation that has driven renters out of their homes and renewed calls for caps on rising rent. Florida is quickly becoming the worst place in America to rent, but attempts to impose rent controls have always failed. Now, with a historic housing boom, rents are racing upward in a market where too few apartments have been built and affordable housing is scarce. [Source: South Florida Sun-Setinel]

Real estate investors set sights on student housing

Student housing has become the latest area of intrigue for investors, as they’re putting up billions of dollars to acquire and develop off-campus residences, The Wall Street Journal reports. Companies like Blackstone Inc. and Brookfield Asset Management Inc. are offering student housing facilities that comprise amenities like game and video rooms, gyms and fast Wi-Fi. Some even have swimming pools. [Source: Connected Real Estate Magazine]

Are you ready for a 3D-printed house? They’re cheaper, stronger and long-lasting, developers say

The printed homes are said to be quicker to make, stronger, and resistant to such Florida hazards as mold, hurricanes and flooding. And most crucial of all: They seem poised to offer affordable housing in a state where many have forgotten there can be such a thing. But to see for yourself, South Floridians will need to saddle up and head for Tallahassee to inspect the house, which the Lights say is the only permitted 3D-printed home in Florida. [Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel]

Zoomtowns: These cities are prime real estate for remote workers

Over the last year, so-called Zoomtowns have boomed as some remote workers, no longer tethered to a specific city or daily commute, hit the open road. A new LinkedIn report highlights the top cities for remote workers. While many remote workers are opting for smaller scenic areas, plenty are choosing larger metros, including four cities in Florida. [Source: Tech Republic]

STAT OF THE WEEK
11,443
An 11,443-square-foot waterfront estate on a two-acre lot in Palm Beach was listed for sale last week for $55 million — and there’s a good chance it may be torn down and replaced with something brand new. [Source: South Florida Sun-Sntinel]

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