Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson is a freelance writer based in Atlanta and is a communications professional with more than 35 years of experience in the global commercial real estate and financial services industries. He is the former editor and publisher of National Real Estate Investor magazine and wrote the only biography on Sam Zell published by Penguin Group in 2009.

Design and Planning

Need for Speed: Formula 1 Is Driving Billions to American Cities

Move over IndyCar. Formula 1 racing is finally gaining traction in the United States. Places as diverse as Las Vegas, Austin, and Miami (and their respective states) are reaping major economic windfalls from permanent and temporary grand prix racetracks, along with first-class fan amenities and facilities, for this international sport.

June 18, 2024

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Ben Johnson

Issues and Trends

Attainable Housing

What’s Next for the U.S. Build-to-Rent Industry?

Housing affordability is an ongoing challenge, one that has been exacerbated in the last few years by rising interest rates and home prices. One alternative that is proving popular is the build-to-rent (BTR) model, which includes communities with apartment-style or single-family homes, or a combination of both.

May 29, 2024

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Ben Johnson

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