The Print, Vol. 217

Welcome to The Print, Blueprint's weekly curation of the most important things going on in real estate and construction technology. We hope our newsletter will keep you informed as we shine a light on the newest innovations and opportunities that exist in the built world.

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THE PRINT LIVE

What is the core problem in real estate development? Lisa Picard, a managing partner at Oxygen Investment Management says too many just want to check the boxes.  We caught up with her for an interview at Blueprint Vegas earlier this year to talk about the state of the industry and the future of work.

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QUICK HITS

• VC investment in proptech reached $15.1 billion in 2024, a 32.5 percent year-over-year increase from 2023, according to a new report from CRETI. (Commercial Observer) In 2024, VCs focused on "quality over quantity." (Inman)
• The divide between prime and subprime space is set to widen in 2025, according to CBRE. The vacancy rate in prime buildings is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2027. (Facilities Dive)
• A look into the quest to automate real estate development — Brad Hargreaves on how close we are to machines doing a real estate developer's job. (Thesis Driven)
• Entering 2025, proptech is set to grow and consolidate in unprecedented ways, as investors and entrepreneurs attempt to gauge the effect of AI and other digital integrations on real estate. (Commercial Observer)
• New data shows surging interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs). 66% of homeowners surveyed are open to adding ADUs on their properties and 87% support their neighbors building ADUs. (Press Release)
• How to make multifamily buildings smarter and more energy & carbon efficient — with Embue CEO Robert Cooper. (Tangent Podcast)

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BLUEPRINT VEGAS 2025

Blueprint Vegas 2025 is set to be bigger and better than ever. Registration is open, as well as your chance to lock in our insiders discount! 

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RAISES, BUILDS AND TEARDOWNS

• Softbank Group CEO Masayoshi Son announced at least a $100B investment in U.S. artificial intelligence and infrastructure. (Bisnow)
• Inhabit, a property management software provider, announced a preferred equity investment led by Blackstone Tactical Opportunities with an additional investment from Greater Sum Ventures. (Press Release)

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FIRE'S PROPTECH JOB BOARD

The Foundation for Innovation in Real Estate is highly excited to announce the launch of its new, comprehensive job board; an initiative designed to centralize and expand career opportunities across the entire proptech and contech ecosystems. The board was developed in strategic partnership with LMRE, JLL Spark, and Alate Partners.

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