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What are the different types of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and how do you invest in them?
Can investments in real estate be rewarding? Absolutely. Does everyone enjoy managing properties? Not quite. Fortunately, there’s an alternative for those who don’t want to be landlords: REITs. But what is a REIT? Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs…
Real estate investment data analysis: Unlocking hidden opportunities for asset managers
In real estate investment, data is the most valuable asset. As an asset manager, you rely on data to make informed decisions, identify market trends, and maximize returns. It’s been shown that asset managers and real estate companies that use big dat…
Do REITs pay dividends? How often and how much can you expect?
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are popular with investors who want exposure to real estate without managing property directly. One of the main reasons investors choose REITs is because of the enticing real estate investment trust dividends on …
What is a healthy building?
Did you know that people spend around 90% of their time indoors? This fact alone makes it essential for both residential and commercial buildings to prioritize creating a healthy indoor environment. Healthy buildings ensure that everything from the a…
MRI Ascend Day 2: Parties, Partners, and PropTech utopia
The first day of MRI Ascend ended with a bang on the USS Midway for a sunset soiree and as we began the second Keynote full of product innovation, we all enjoyed a cup of coffee as we prepared for more education, more networking, and more excitement.…
Demand side flexibility
With the growing demand for electricity and the increasing use of renewable energy, managing energy usage is more important than ever. Demand flexibility gives property managers the ability to adjust how and when energy is consumed, helping to cut co…
5 key elements to using footfall analytics
Footfall analytics has become a crucial tool for multifamily property managers and landlords looking to optimize their operations. By tracking how tenants move through shared spaces, such as gyms, lounges, or parking areas, you can make more informed…
MRI Ascend Day 1: A conference becomes a festival
This year’s MRI Ascend users conference is shaping up to be one for the books. Held in sunny San Diego, the theme for MRI Ascend this year is shaped around the concept of “building brighter,” as attendees step into Sunshine Falls, a PropTech utopia t…