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Q2 2021 Retail Market Report | Eastern North Carolina

DATE August 18, 2021 / Author


Raleigh ranks second for the fastest-growing cities in the United States by Carolina Demography, with an annual population increase of two percent. The city is part of The Triangle (a term used to define the metro area, including Durham and Chapel Hill), known for its award-winning hotels, spas, food, museums, and university gardens. Raleigh has […]

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The Rise in Short-Term Apartment Rentals

DATE August 18, 2021 / Author


Overview of Short-Term Rentals Short-term rentals, otherwise known as vacation rentals, are typically furnished lodgings that are rented for short periods. These rentals can be more appealing than hotels because of the prices, furnishings, and space. Various companies, such as Airbnb and VRBO, serve as the “middle-man” between the renter and the host. The market […]

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Q2 2021 Capital Markets Market Report | Inland Empire, CA

DATE August 17, 2021 / Author


  Inland Empire, CA The Inland Empire encompasses 4,850 square miles and is located inland of and adjacent to Los Angeles. The market is home to approximately 4.6 million people, serving as a lower-cost option for those looking to reside outside the Los Angeles metro. Today, the Inland Empire has a 14 percent higher homeownership […]

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The U.S. Sunbelt

DATE August 16, 2021 / Author


14 Markets Seeing the Most Apartment Demand     The U.S. Sunbelt encompasses the southern and southwestern portions of the nation, including Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, and parts of California, North Carolina, Nevada, and Utah. The term “Sunbelt” refers to the area’s warm climate and rapid economic […]

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New Eviction Moratorium Issued by CDC

DATE August 13, 2021 / Author


With the rise in COVID-19 cases across the nation, the CDC issued an extension to the eviction moratorium through October 3rd, 2021. The new 60-day order will temporarily halt evictions in counties with “substantial and high levels” of virus transmissions, such as Florida, and covers 90 percent of the renter population and 80 percent of […]

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Q2 2021 Retail Market Report | Charlotte & Asheville, NC

DATE August 13, 2021 / Author


Located in the growing Sunbelt region, Charlotte benefits from the massive migration of residents and businesses to the area. Charlotte’s consumer spending has increased from the rising population and high-wage job growth. Thanks to this, the retail sector held up well and is set to recover on solid footing in the second half of 2021. […]

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Q2 2021 Retail Market Report | Miami-Dade County, FL

DATE August 11, 2021 / Author


  Miami is considered a center for commerce, culture, and entertainment. For almost two decades, the Port of Miami has been known as the cruise capital of the world, contributing to the extreme amount of tourism attraction. According to Forbes, Miami is one of the best places for business and careers. Since 2018, job growth […]

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What is the State of CRE Financing?

DATE August 11, 2021 / Author


  Commercial and multifamily mortgage loan originations decreased 14 percent in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the same time last year, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The good news, deal activity is climbing and lending conditions are improving as U.S. banks become more optimistic about the economic outlook for the second half […]

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CRE Market Trends

DATE August 11, 2021 / Author


There is a transformation occurring within the commercial real estate space as consumers adjust to the “new normal.” Here we explore the trends and numerous opportunities available in the market.   Top Trends in the U.S. 1. Convenience, Accessibility, Speed 2. Digital First Economy 3. Hybrid Workforce 4. Suburbanization 5. Flex Space 6. Just-in-Case Inventory Strategy 7. Affordability 8. Consolidation 9. Rise in Niche […]

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