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Short-Term Real Estate Debt Financing vs. Long-Term Debt The banking industry plays a crucial role in facilitating economic growth and stability throughout the United States. However, regional banking issues have recently emerged as a significant concern as rising short-term interest rates (most notably construction financing and short-term debt instruments), have increased significantly and have impacted […]

Macro-Economic Update In 10 of the last 12 Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings, the Fed has raised the federal funds rate. This base rate was 0.25 to 0.50 percent at the beginning of 2022 and is now 5.00 to 5.25 percent. However, despite a long string of rate hikes, Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced […]

Capital Markets | Multifamily Market Report Market Overview The Effective Federal Funds Rate currently stands at 5.08 percent as of June 12, 2023. This comes after 10 consecutive rate hikes, beginning in March 2022 and the most recent on May 3, 2023, up by 25 basis points. As a result of these hikes, lending has […]

Empowering the Housing Market The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has recently announced a significant change that is set to have a positive impact on the multifamily housing industry. According to a press release by the FHA, the agency has raised the threshold for large multifamily loans from $75 million to $120 million, marking the first […]

From Discount Retailers to Grocery Powerhouses Dollar stores have seen a dramatic transformation in recent years, going from simple discount retailers to formidable participants in the grocery sector. Food price increases and changing customer habits have contributed to the rising popularity of dollar stores as quick and economical grocery shopping destinations.   As this trend […]

Common Mistakes to Avoid in CRE Investment Those looking for long-term financial success may find investing in commercial real estate a lucrative choice. However, before diving into the investment process, it’s crucial to grasp the fundamentals of CRE investing and educate yourself about the market dynamics, potential risks, and rewards. To increase your chances of […]

New Jersey Highlands Council Implements New Warehouse Development Restrictions The New Jersey Highlands Council has recently announced a series of updates and policy standards that significantly impact warehouse development in the region. These updates, released under the authority of the council, aim to strike a balance between sustainable land use and the needs of the […]

Bankruptcy, Profit Margins, and the Triumph of Arby’s under Paul Brown and Inspire Brands Last winter, two notable Burger King franchisees, Tom’s King and Meridian, faced financial struggles that ultimately led them to declare bankruptcy. Tom’s King, one of the largest Burger King franchisees in the United States, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in […]

Service-Based Facilities Consumers are seeking convenience over everything else. This evolving consumer preference has caused a dramatic shift in customer-driven operations nationwide. In particular, the self-storage sector has seen an influx of operation adaptation as the industry works to meet consumers’ needs.   Although the industry has experienced record transaction activity and consumer demand since […]