Overview:
Blockchain technology is reshaping the real estate world by allowing investors to own fractional shares of properties through tokenization. It’s turning illiquid buildings into tradeable digital assets.
Example in Action:
Platforms like RealT, Propy, and Lofty AI offer tokenized shares of rental properties—often priced under $100. Ownership includes monthly rent yields, managed via smart contracts.
Impacts:
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Lowers barrier to entry for global real estate investing
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Provides liquidity through secondary token markets
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Enhances transparency in title ownership and rental cash flow
Risks:
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Regulatory ambiguity in many jurisdictions
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Platform risk (what if the operator fails?)
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Price manipulation on low-volume tokens
Takeaway:
Tokenized real estate is turning walls into wallets—creating a new asset class for the internet-native investor.
