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Former Zillow exec targets $1.3T market
The wealthiest companies tend to target the biggest markets. For example, NVIDIA skyrocketed nearly 200% higher in the last year with the $214B AI market’s tailwind.
That’s why investors are so excited about Pacaso.
Created by a former Zillow exec, Pacaso brings co-ownership to a $1.3 trillion real estate market. And by handing keys to 2,000+ happy homeowners, they’ve made $110M+ in gross profit to date. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.
No wonder the same VCs behind Uber, Venmo, and eBay also invested in Pacaso. And for just $2.90/share, you can join them as an early-stage Pacaso investor today.
Paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals.
📉 Marriott Lowers 2025 Outlook as Travel Demand Slows
Marriott has cut its full-year revenue growth forecast to 1.5%–2.5% (down from 1.5%–3.5%), and trimmed profit estimates amid slowing travel in the U.S. and Canada. Room revenue there grew just 1% in Q2. Budget brands—like Courtyard and Fairfield Inn—were hit hardest, particularly due to a 17% drop in bookings from government workers. Meanwhile, luxury segments saw 4.1% revenue growth, helping temper overall softness. Read more.
🏨 Select-Service Brands Face Pressure from Government Booking Declines
Marriott’s select-service and extended-stay brands (e.g. Fairfield, SpringHill) suffered a 1.5% RevPAR decline in Q2, driven primarily by reduced government travel. These tiers remain under pressure while luxury brands absorb resilient demand. Read more.
♿ Visit California Launches Online Hub for Accessible Travel
Visit California has introduced a dedicated online hub offering resources for travelers with disabilities. Launched on August 5, the platform features information on wheelchair-accessible hotels, sensory-friendly attractions, and travel tips tailored to individual needs. Developed in collaboration with disability advocates and travel creators, the hub aims to make destinations across the state more inclusive—whether visitors are touring city museums or planning a coastal road trip. Read more.
🔥 Spain Wildfires Force Shuttered Hotels & Evacuations
Severe wildfires near Spain’s coast have led to hotel evacuations and closures in affected areas. Firefighters continue battling flames under extreme weather, and local media report damage to several tourist zones. Hotels are bracing for extended disruptions over the summer season. Read more.
🛒 U.S. Buyer Acquires Sydney’s Iconic Stonewall Hotel
A U.S.-based hospitality company has quietly purchased Sydney’s historic Stonewall Hotel, marking its first Aussie acquisition. The venue is expected to undergo adaptive reuse, but community stakeholders hope its cultural significance—particularly to LGBTQ history—will be preserved. Read more.
Thought leaders gathered at the ExStay DC workshop to discuss the growing need for extended-stay lodging as new market demand emerges. While operational complexities arise—such as guest turnover logistics and amenity design—panelists highlighted demand from project-based travelers and rising investor interest in this resilient hotel niche. Read more.
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