Wallstreet Landlords | A Double Edge Sword
A Dallas veteran uncovered evidence that Brookfield Properties inflated reported rental revenue by charging tenants in federally subsidized housing programs amounts far exceeding what the law allows—sometimes up to ten times the tenant’s legally fixed rent—through its automated billing platform. When our veteran confronted Brookfield Properties with documentation showing years of unlawful rent overcharges, the … Read more
Wall Street-backed corporate landlords and the HUD Section 8 program make an unlikely marriage — and it’s shaping America’s housing future. For decades, Wall Street real estate and HUD housing programs lived in different worlds. One represented private equity capital, high-rise development, and market-driven investment. The other represented affordability, regulation, and government assistance. No one … Read more
Why accountability matters as private capital meets public subsidy Wall Street–backed landlords now control a rising share of America’s rental housing, including thousands of units supported by the federal Housing Choice Voucher Program. This shift brings both opportunity and risk. HUD has modernized its approach—combining Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTCs), mortgage insurance, and direct rental … Read more
Proptech—short for property technology—refers to the integration of digital tools and automation into real estate operations to increase efficiency, transparency, and convenience for all stakeholders. It spans the entire property lifecycle—from construction and leasing to management and investment analytics. Common proptech applications include: Online property management systems (e.g., AppFolio, Yardi) AI-powered rent pricing platforms (e.g., … Read more