最新报道:Institutional landlords are facing unexpected competition from blockchain-powered real estate platforms as Web3 startups disrupt traditional rental markets. Companies like Propy and RealT now enable fractional property ownership through tokenization, allowing small investors to collectively purchase and manage residential properties. Major property firms report a 15% drop in new lease signings in tech-savvy markets where these platforms operate. "Tokenization removes middlemen and gives renters more flexibility," says Propy CEO Natalia Karayaneva. While regulatory hurdles remain, analysts predict blockchain could control 5% of the U.S. rental market by 2027, particularly in college towns and tech hubs where younger demographics embrace alternative housing solutions.