Cover Article | John Rowan

Fraud Is Now a Real Risk in Real Estate Investing

Most real estate investors focus on finding deals, raising capital, and managing properties. But one of the fastest-growing threats to investors today isn’t the market itself, it’s fraud inside the transaction process itself. Recent industry data shows that 1 in 4 real estate transactions are targeted by some form of fraud attempt, and roughly 1 in 20 deals results in an actual victim. That means fraud is no longer rare — it’s a regular part of the risk landscape investors face......[READ MORE]

Executive Director Message

The Next Step in Supporting Arizona Investors

Michael Del Prete | AZREIA Executive Director

Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with hundreds of investors, agents, and business owners across Arizona. The conversations have been consistent: Opportunity still exists but the path to success is getting more complex. Margins are tighter. Costs are higher. Housing availability continues to be a challenge. But the biggest shift is this. The real estate market is no longer.......[READ MORE]

Institutional Ownership of SFR: Real Numbers

Rob Jafek | Boomerang Capital Partners

President Trump’s proposed ban on institutional single-family home purchases, formalized in a January 2026 Executive Order, triggered immediate market volatility and a rare bipartisan legislative push. While major rental REITs like Invitation Homes and American Homes 4 Rent saw their stocks tumble, industry groups warned the move could stifle the "build-to-rent" supply .....[READ MORE]

Creative Finance in Arizona: A Few Follow-Up Thoughts

Michael J. " McGirr | Phocus Law

I had the opportunity to sit on AZREIA’s creative finance panel last month, and it was a great discussion. There was a lot of interest, a lot of practical questions, and thankfully only a reasonable amount of confusion. For those who attended, I wanted to share a few follow-up thoughts in reflection on that panel. And for those who were not able to make it, here is the high-level version from a legal perspective......[READ MORE]

When Insurance Gets Frustrating

Derek Kartchner | Gila Insurance

Real estate investors are often confident about their insurance—right up until a claim is denied. The most common confusion comes from how policies treat “sudden and accidental” damage versus slow, predictable, or tenant‑caused problems. “Sudden and accidental” is insurance language for losses that happen quickly and by surprise. A pipe that bursts overnight and floods a unit, a.....[READ MORE]

AI-Drafted Demand Letters: Fancier Words, Same Legal Obligations

Mark Zinman | Zona Law Group

Before even addressing what this story is about, it is important to note that NOTHING has yet changed. We are reporting on potential actions that the FTC is looking to take. There is no final rule yet, and there is a long process for the FTC to go through. Despite this, it's good for operators to be proactive and make changes now. On January 30, 2026....[READ MORE]

Invest Your Retirement Savings with Pride

J.P. Dahdah | VantageIRA

Investing is typically not an area most people are confident in. In fact, anything surrounding money and financial matters tend to make people uncomfortable, stressed, and anxious....[READ MORE]

Deconstruction vs. Demolition: 4 Primary Benefits

Chuck Warshaver | Stardust

When a business and/or homeowner decides to rebuild or remodel an existing structure, they want to finish the project as soon as possible and at the lowest cost. At first glance, it seems easier and quicker to demolish the building....[READ MORE]

Where the Smart Money Moves Next: A Clear Read on Today’s Market

Dan Noma Jr. | Easy Street Offers

After six months inching toward a buyer’s market, Phoenix has snapped back to balanced—not because demand spiked, but because over 40% of Q2 listings were canceled. When that much inventory is pulled from the MLS, supply appears tighter even as motivation among sellers quietly rises. Active listings are up double digits year over year, yet prices per square foot remain flat. Days on market have stretched toward 70, and price reductions are climbing....[READ MORE]

Expanding Single-Family Properties for Maximum ROI

Nicholas Tsontakis | Dwell Boldly

Often times, the best real estate strategy does not include finding another great deal, but looking at your existing inventory and realize it could be more. Maybe it’s a detached garage waiting to become an ADU. Maybe it’s a side yard wide enough for a new primary suite. Or maybe it’s an outdated floor plan yearning for open air and light. The potential is there and unlocking it takes imagination and preparation. Investors ready to expand single-family homes and small-scale....[READ MORE]

Legally Speaking Q&A: Can I Non-Renew Someone?

Mark Zinman | Zona Law Group

Question: We have a resident that we are trying to prove has more than the allowed occupancy for our 3 bedrooms. We also know that they have been throwing trash everywhere and have caused other issues. What can get them non-renewed as I know it is a bit stickier to non-renew someone? Answer: You can non-renew someone for any reason you want, as long as it’s not discriminatory and not retaliatory. It sounds like here you are trying to non-renew....[READ MORE]

50-Year Mortgage: Why the Lower Payment Sounds Good but May Cost You More

Jason Powers | 1024Wealth

The idea of a 50‑year mortgage recently resurfaced in Washington corridors as a proposed solution to America’s housing‑affordability squeeze. The Trump administration and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) floated it as a “game changer.” According to an Associated Press analysis in November 2025, on a median‑priced U.S. home ($415,200) with a 10 % down payment and a 6.17 % interest rate, a 30‑year mortgage would have a monthly payment of about.....[READ MORE]

Rethinking the Traditional 1031 Exchange

Eckard Enterprises | Eckard Enterprises

Many real estate investors use a 1031 exchange to defer capital gains taxes while moving from one property into another. Traditionally, this means trading an apartment building for a retail center or raw land for an industrial asset. However, some investors are exploring a different path by exchanging into mineral rights. Because certain mineral interests are treated as real property, they can qualify within a properly structured 1031 exchange.....[READ MORE]

The 5 Financing Mistakes That Kill Real Estate Deals (Don’t skip the last one)

Andrew Augustyniak | Neighborhood Loans

A lender's view for real estate investors. Real estate deals rarely die because the property looked bad. More often, they die because financing was not handled with enough strategy up front. Investors who treat lending as a last minute task usually pay for it in delays, denials, or lost leverage. Here are five financing mistakes that kill good deals.....[READ MORE]

Income, Collateral, and Capital Preservation in Today’s Market

Silvercrest Opportunity Fund | Silvercrest Opportunity Fund

Relationships matter — but data drives decisions. Today’s real estate market is defined by higher interest rates, rising construction costs, and increased volatility. As traditional equity strategies compress, private credit backed by real assets has emerged as a defensive, income-focused alternative. According to Federal Reserve and HUD data, U.S. household formation continues to outpace new housing supply, contributing to a national housing shortage estimated at. ...[READ MORE]

Investing in Real Estate With Your IRA: What Investors Need to Know

Nate Hare | Directed IRA

Many real estate investors focus on finding deals, raising capital, and managing cash flow, but overlook one of the most flexible tools available to them: their retirement account. Contrary to common belief, IRAs have always been permitted to invest in real estate. They can own rental properties, participate in private real estate partnerships, lend money as private lenders, or invest in commercial and multifamily projects. The limitation most investors encounter is not a legal one, but.....[READ MORE]

Various Real Estate Investment Transactions

Maria Brandenburg & Janet Moe | Great American Title

Whether you are a new investor or a seasoned investor, Real estate remains one of the reliable vehicles for short term and/or long-term wealth creation. For the investor, real estate agent, JV partners, it is important that your Title company is fully versed on facilitating these transactions. Your title and escrow partner needs to facilitate any type of transaction, including but not limited to the following types of transactions: All -Inclusive.....[READ MORE]