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Macro-Economic Outlook for 2023 As the Federal Reserve continues to increase interest rates in an effort to fight inflation, the U.S. is at risk of a mild recession for the 2023 fiscal year. This forecast is influenced by record-high inflation and the Fed’s more militant approach toward rates throughout the recent quarters. But as unemployment […]

How Different Types of Investors View the Market In a tumultuous market, different types of investors need to ask themselves, what is the most effective investment strategy to increase returns and secure capital. In 2023, private investors and REITs are entering the commercial real estate market with different viewpoints but are seeking the best opportunities […]

Top 10 Cities for Downtown Living Urban Hubs Since the pandemic, downtown living has made a comeback among American renters and homeowners. Many people are finding their way back to the city to take advantage of the live, work, and play experiences and opportunities downtown living provides. For a good downtown living experience, cities should […]

What Investment is Right For Me? Multifamily vs 401(k) vs IRA Young adults are yearning to find ways to make extra cash and put more money into savings. But with so many different investment options at consumers’ fingertips, how does one choose which investment fits their long-term financial goals? Stock options, 401(K)s, and IRAs are […]

Impact of Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, AZ The Super Bowl is one of the largest and most anticipated events of the year, with one lucky city chosen as host. Super Bowl LVII is set to take place in Glendale, AZ, on February 12, 2023, in State Farm Stadium. Bringing hundreds of thousands of spectators […]

Investing in Emerging Real Estate Markets There are various reasons why people should invest in emerging real estate markets. Emerging markets typically provide a pro-landlord, pro-property owner viewpoint. For investors struggling to increase their property returns, investing in emerging real estate may be the best strategy to alleviate their return issue. Emerging market real estate […]

A Guide to Investing in Multifamily Properties Investing in multifamily comes with numerous advantages. Multifamily properties provide consistent, steady cash flow, are lower risk than other real estate investments, and generally have better-annualized returns. To keep it simple, the need for housing isn’t going anywhere, making multifamily a solid investment plan for anyone interested in […]

Investor Predictions for 2023 Matthews™  measured investor insight in a recovering market. With a potential recession looming, CRE investors are somewhat concerned about rising rates and their effect on investments. 43% of respondents believe the biggest consequence of rising rates is the effect on real estate valuations, and most respondents believe the U.S. will enter […]

When Do You Need a Bridge Loan? A commercial bridge loan is a short-term financial instrument used by commercial property owners to bridge the time gap between when they get the loan and when they can get permanent funding. These types of loans provide financing to complete a transaction that doesn’t qualify or isn’t a […]