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September FOMC Meeting Notes After pausing rate hikes in September, the Fed indicated that one more hike should be expected before year-end. The target interest rate stayed at 5.25%-5.5%, the highest in decades.   In the released minutes of September’s meeting, much of the conversation was spotted with uncertainty. The majority did agree that more […]

Tampa, FL Hospitality Market Report Market Overview In H1 2023, Tampa’s hospitality market experienced a notable increase in RevPAR, primarily driven by a rise in ADR. The group segment has been the main driver of growth this year, while transient leisure travel has seen a slowdown. Economic concerns and a possible recession in the later […]

  Industrial Service Facilities Due to various external factors that exist in the marketplace today, the U.S. industrial segment has grown to be one of the most sought-after product types among investors. The excess demand has caused interest to spill from traditional warehouse investments into niche industrial assets. One of which is industrial service facilities […]

Houston, TX Multifamily Market Report Market Overview Due to an influx of new supply, the multifamily demand in Houston has rebounded significantly since the start of 2023. Strong demand for Class B units has emerged for the first time since 2021. New supply additions have exceeded demand every quarter since Q4 2021; vacancies could continue […]

What Are Cap Rates? Depending on the side of the transaction an investor finds themselves, capitalization rate compression can be favorable or costly. Although other factors must be considered when evaluating a real estate transaction, the capitalization rate, or cap rate, remains a paramount figure for most private investors as they chase higher yields on […]

The Path to Finding Success in CRE In the competitive realm of CRE, navigating the path to success can be a daunting challenge. The following article delves into the invaluable advice shared by top experts in the field and essential steps to take when conducting business in CRE.   Whether you’re an experienced professional or […]

Boston Rent Control In 1994, Massachusetts enacted a statewide ban on rent stabilization in all municipalities. Now, facing the permeating issue of affordable housing, Boston voters will be asked if they would like to lift the ban and stabilize rent increases.   In March 2023, the Boston City Council approved Mayor Michelle Wu’s rent control […]

Interview With Matthews™ Associate Vice President Aria Pournazarian 1. How did you get into commercial real estate? How did your first few jobs in CRE lead you to specialize in corporate real estate advisory? I started in tenant and landlord representation in the leasing sector. From there, I elevated into sales and honed on skill […]

Sarasota Multifamily Market Report Market Overview Sarasota, FL, is a picturesque city on the state’s southwestern coast and a popular destination for tourists and residents. As of Q3 2023, the key factors in the multifamily sector have weakened, marked by an increase in vacancy rates, decreased demand from renters, and declining rental rates. These changing […]