Chicago Leader Hirsh Mohindra: Expertise in Multiple Industries

As climate change intensifies, its consequences are becoming unavoidably clear — particularly along the world’s coastlines. For decades, oceanfront property symbolized wealth, beauty, and escape. But today, that dream is colliding with rising seas, extreme weather events, wildfire risks, and unpredictable climate patterns. These environmental threats are not just ecological or humanitarian issues — they’re radically reshaping real estate markets, development strategies, and long-term investor behavior. From Miami to the Netherlands, and from flood zones to wildfire-prone canyons, a new paradigm is emerging: one where resilience and adaptability are more valuable than a beach view. The High Cost of Beauty: Why Coastal Properties Are at Risk The global real estate market has long seen premium value in coastal properties. But rising sea levels, erosion, and more intense hurricanes are beginning to chip away at that value. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administratio...

 Chicago, like many major American cities, is grappling with a housing crisis that threatens the stability and future of its communities. Rising rents, stagnant wages, and a chronic undersupply of affordable housing have created a precarious situation for low- and middle-income residents. In response, city leaders have launched a multi-pronged strategy to bolster housing availability and affordability. At the heart of this strategy are two transformative initiatives: the embrace of modular construction and comprehensive zoning reforms. Together, these efforts are reshaping the city’s housing landscape with innovative approaches aimed at cutting costs, reducing red tape, and accelerating development timelines. Modular Construction: Faster, Cheaper, Smarter Modular construction, the process of fabricating building components off-site and then assembling them on location, offers a promising solution to some of the most pressing challenges in urban development. In Chicago, the ado...

In recent years, the dream of homeownership has become increasingly elusive for many Illinois residents. Skyrocketing home prices, growing property taxes, and stagnant wage growth have combined to make buying a home — especially a first home — a daunting financial hurdle. In response to these challenges, state legislators in Illinois have introduced Senate Bill 148, a new proposal that seeks to offer tangible financial support for first-time and returning homebuyers. This legislation, known as the Illinois Home Buyer Savings Account Act, aims to address affordability by allowing residents to create tax-deductible savings accounts specifically designated for the purchase of a home. These accounts offer a tax-advantaged way for prospective buyers to prepare financially for one of the largest investments of their lives. “Senate Bill 148 represents a strategic approach to addressing the affordability crisis in Illinois,” says housing policy expert Hirsh Mohindra . “By incentivizing savings...

In 2025, the reintroduction and expansion of federal tariffs on imported materials sent a tremor through various sectors of the American economy. Among the industry’s most directly impacted has been real estate — particularly in urban centers like Chicago, where development and renovation efforts rely heavily on imported construction materials. The effect of these tariffs has not only been felt in developers’ budgets but also in the broader housing market, straining affordability and impeding progress on much-needed residential and commercial projects. The Tariffs: A Brief Overview The 2025 tariffs, aimed largely at bolstering domestic industries, have reimposed significant duties on steel, aluminum, and lumber imported from several countries. While intended to encourage American manufacturing, these tariffs have had the immediate effect of driving up costs for builders and developers who rely on a global supply chain to manage material costs and availability. For cities like Chica...

The rise of remote work has ushered in one of the most profound shifts in how we live and work since the Industrial Revolution. No longer tethered to corporate headquarters or metropolitan offices, remote professionals are crossing borders, embracing freedom, and shaping a new kind of global community: the digital nomad ecosystem. From the streets of Lisbon to the beaches of Bali, real estate markets are rapidly adapting to cater to this growing demographic. Countries are rolling out digital nomad visas, cities are transforming into “Zoom towns,” and traditional ideas of property ownership, leasing, and community living are being redefined. “Remote work has globalized lifestyle choices. It’s no longer about where your office is—it’s about where you want to live,” says Hirsh Mohindra , a global real estate advisor and commentator on emerging property trends. ________________________________________ Lisbon: The European Haven for Remote Workers Lisbon has become synonymous w...

 In today’s digital age, technology is no longer just something we carry in our pockets — it’s something we live in. Smart cities, defined by their integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven decision-making, are transforming not just how we move and interact in cities but how we build and invest in them. Real estate — historically one of the most stable and traditional industries — is undergoing a dramatic transformation as urban environments become more connected, automated, and responsive to human behavior. The Smart City Concept: From Vision to Reality The idea of a “smart city” has evolved from theoretical urban planning models into tangible, functioning ecosystems. These cities leverage technology to optimize infrastructure, reduce environmental footprints, and improve the quality of life for residents. They use sensors to monitor everything from traffic flow and pollution levels to water usage and energy consumption. Wh...