High competition, concern about late stage of the cycle make private equity fund managers more cautious in striking deals.

Apollo Global Management plans to begin raising its third U.S. real estate fund in January.

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac increase required energy/water conservation to 30 percent from 25 percent for next year.

Top executives at RealtyShares rival firms predict there will be a shake-out in the industry over the next 18 months.

Average revenue expected to keep rising in 2019.