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StepStone Group Launches S-Core Platform, Taps Industry Veteran Jennifer Jones to Lead Core Real Estate Push

StepStone Group has formally entered the core real estate arena with the launch of its S-Core platform, appointing former UBS executive Jennifer Jones as Partner to helm the global strategy. The move signals a strategic expansion aimed at capturing institutional capital seeking stable income and long-term holdings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Who Really Controls Krona Public Real Estate? A Look Inside the Shareholder Registry

While individual investors hold a significant 32% stake in Krona Public Real Estate AB (FRA:927), effective control rests with public companies, which command a 40% ownership bloc. This concentration of power raises questions about corporate governance and future strategy for the Swedish property firm.

Feb 2, 2026

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Boston Woman's Plea on The Ramsey Show Exposes Marital Strain Over Risky Real Estate Gambles

A Boston woman's call to a popular finance show reveals a marriage buckling under the weight of multi-million dollar real estate debt and conflicting risk appetites, highlighting how financial discord can threaten relationships.

Feb 2, 2026

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Flagstar Bank Posts Q4 Profit, Marking Turnaround as It Shifts Away from Commercial Real Estate

Flagstar Bank returned to profitability in Q4 2025, driven by improved net interest income, cost controls, and a strategic pivot from commercial real estate towards commercial and industrial lending. Executives outline a path for sustained growth through 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Family Home: How the Wealthy Actually Allocate Their Real Estate Investments

While homeownership is a common goal, the investment strategies of the affluent reveal a more nuanced picture. Analysis of wealth tiers shows real estate plays a varying, and often shrinking, role as net worth climbs into the millions.

Jan 30, 2026

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Terreno's Miami Landfill Transformation: A Blueprint for Industrial Real Estate Value?

Terreno Realty Corporation has completed a key industrial facility in Hialeah, Florida, part of a larger strategy to redevelop a former landfill into a premium logistics hub. The move highlights the firm's focus on coastal infill markets and raises questions about execution risks and valuation as the project scales up.

Jan 31, 2026

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Blackstone in Advanced Talks for Major Stake in Hong Kong's New World Development

Shares and bonds of New World Development surged after reports that Blackstone is in advanced talks to become its largest shareholder, a potential lifeline for the embattled Hong Kong property giant and a signal of shifting sentiment in the city's real estate market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: How a Healthcare Real Estate Giant is Quietly Cashing In on the AI Revolution

While tech stocks dominate AI headlines, Welltower Inc. is leveraging artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to redefine senior living and create a powerful growth engine, positioning itself as a unique beneficiary of long-term healthcare trends.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Real Estate Tech's Q3 Report Card: Opendoor's Pivot Meets Mixed Sector Results

The third-quarter earnings season reveals a tale of two strategies in the property services sector. While Opendoor stumbles amid a major strategic shift, peers like Howard Hughes Holdings post surprising strength, highlighting the industry's uneven adaptation to a higher-rate environment.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

From Paycheck to Portfolio: The Financial and Emotional Leap to Full-Time Real Estate Investing

A wave of experienced investors on Reddit are sharing the pivotal financial and psychological benchmarks that convinced them to leave their W2 jobs behind. The consensus? It's less about net worth and more about sustainable cash flow, strategic planning, and navigating hidden hurdles like financing and healthcare.

Feb 2, 2026

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A $750,000 Secret: Tennessee Woman Discovers Husband's Hidden Real Estate Purchase Via Text

A Memphis couple's financial foundation is shaken after the husband secretly buys a high-value investment property, sparking a fierce debate on trust, communication, and 'financial infidelity' in marriage.

Jan 31, 2026

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From Crash Prophet to Housing Alarmist: Peter Schiff Warns of Looming 'Emergency' in U.S. Real Estate

Economist Peter Schiff, famed for foreseeing the 2008 collapse, now predicts a severe market correction driven by high mortgage rates and unsustainable prices, potentially triggering widespread defaults. While today's market fundamentals differ, his warning underscores deep-seated affordability concerns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Cushman & Wakefield's Rally Faces Scrutiny: Is the Commercial Real Estate Giant's Run Sustainable?

Shares of Cushman & Wakefield have surged 35.8% in six months, dramatically outpacing the broader market. While strong quarterly results fueled the climb, a deeper look at the firm's long-term financial health reveals potential headwinds that could give investors pause.

Jan 30, 2026

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WeRide Unveils 'Genesis' AI Simulation Platform, Aiming to Accelerate Global Autonomous Vehicle Development

Chinese autonomous driving leader WeRide has launched its proprietary general-purpose simulation model, Genesis, designed to bridge the gap between real-world data and virtual testing. The platform promises to drastically cut development time and costs for AV systems, from advanced driver-assistance features to fully autonomous robotaxis.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: An Industrial Real Estate Giant Quietly Powers the AI Revolution

As sky-high valuations plague pure-play AI stocks, a global industrial landlord is emerging as a critical—and potentially undervalued—enabler of the artificial intelligence boom through its strategic pivot into data centers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Realty Income's 2026 Outlook: International Expansion and Portfolio Diversification Fuel Optimism

Following a strategic partnership with Singapore's GIC, Realty Income (NYSE: O) is poised for a transformative year. Analysts forecast further international growth, portfolio diversification into new property verticals, and a potential rebound in share performance as catalysts align.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Empire State Realty Trust: A Valuation Puzzle as P/E and Fair Value Tell Conflicting Stories

Shares of Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT) are trading at $6.63, presenting investors with a conundrum: a narrative suggesting undervaluation clashes with a premium price-to-earnings multiple. We examine the divergence and what it means for the iconic property owner.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Estate Planning: Seven Strategies to Sidestep Costly and Lengthy Probate

The probate process can drain an estate's assets and burden heirs for years. Financial and legal experts outline practical steps families can take now to ensure a smoother transfer of wealth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Skanska Bolsters Nordic Green Portfolio with Major Oslo Redevelopment and New Contracts

Construction giant Skanska has secured a landmark joint venture for a central Oslo redevelopment with Entra, alongside new major contracts in Norway and Finland, reinforcing its strategic pivot towards complex, sustainability-focused projects in the region.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's Three-Year Run Lags Market, But Dividends Offer a Silver Lining

While Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's share price has declined 12% over three years, trailing the broader market's 26% gain, its total shareholder return tells a more nuanced story. Including dividends, investors would have seen a modest 1.9% return, highlighting the critical role of income in long-term portfolio performance.

Jan 30, 2026