The first 4 steps to right size your organization in a down market?

By Mackenzie Cuffe Being prepared for all market conditions, including bear markets. In times of economic downturn, it becomes essential to ensure that your organization is well-structured and positioned to withstand the challenges. Here are a few steps that GPs can take to right-size their organization for a bear market: Assess your core competencies: The […]

How does a real estate GP make money across investment structures?

How does a real estate GP make money? By Mackenzie Cuffe It’s important to understand the various functions that generate revenue for your organization. There are a few key areas where GPs can earn revenue, including:  Acquisition fees: When a GP acquires a new property, they may charge an acquisition fee to cover the costs […]

The Technology Transformation of the Real Estate Industry

By Mackenzie Cuffe The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a wave of technological innovations as individuals, businesses, and governments adapted to the challenges posed by the crisis. Industries saw digital transformation that reshaped how people live, work, and interact. Yet before the technological acceleration caused by the pandemic, the real estate industry operated within a more traditional […]

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Top ESG Considerations for General Partners in Real Estate

By Mackenzie Cuffe Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have emerged as essential criteria in the real estate industry. As investors and consumers become increasingly conscious of sustainability and ethical practices, General Partners in real estate must adapt to the changing landscape. Embracing ESG principles not only benefits the environment and society but also enhances […]

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Impacts of Rising Interest Rates for Real Estate Investments

By Mackenzie Cuffe Real estate has long been attractive for investors seeking returns and revenue accumulation. However, like any other investing practice, it is subject to fluctuations and external influences that can significantly impact profitability. Due to global economic turmoil, interest rates are a critical factor for these current fluctuations. As interest rates in the […]

What the Pandemic did for the Real Estate Market

By Mackenzie Cuffe When the comfort of normality as we know it changes practically overnight, society learns to adapt. These changes are reflected in the real estate industry with the convergence of remote work, changes in consumer behaviors, and the rise of digital technologies, which have prompted a fundamental rethink of how we approach properties. […]

REstack Wins Yardi Synergy Award at Yardi Independent Consultant Network Briefing

May 29, 2025 Last week in Santa Barbara, Robert Lieberman and Paul Kevener proudly accepted the Yardi Synergy Award on behalf of REstack at the Yardi ICN Executive Briefing — recognizing our collaboration with UBC Properties Trust and Yardi on a significant digital transformation project. Following a competitive process, REstack was selected to lead UBC Properties Trust through a strategic upgrade from Yardi Breeze to Voyager and […]

Surge of New Product Launches and Industry News Showcased at Realcomm | IBcon 2024

By Mackenzie Cuffe By: Realcomm Staff Original Article: https://www.realcomm.com/news/1178/1/realcomm-ibcon-2024-showcased-a-surge-of-new-product-launches-and-industry-news   Realcomm | IBcon 2024 has once again become the epicenter of innovation in real estate technology, and presented an impressive collection of new product launches and crucial company updates.   As industry leaders and tech enthusiasts gathered at the premier conference on June 20-21 at […]

REstack expands into U.S., merges with Point Advisors

Firm advises, supports tech implementations for some of the largest managers in Canada. June 24, 2024 By: RENX Staff Original Article: https://renx.ca/restack-expands-into-us-merges-with-point-advisors Canadian real estate services firm REstack Advisors Inc. has expanded into the U.S. by merging with Point Advisors, a company with presence in both New York and Los Angeles. REstack was established in 2020 by […]