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East Bay, CA Industrial Market Report Walnut Creek/Lamorinda Market Overview Over the past three years, there have been six sales in the Walnut Creek/Lamorinda industrial submarket totaling approximately $24.7 million. Rents have cumulatively increased by 11.3% over the same period. No new industrial space has been delivered in the past three years.   Flex space […]

Why Now is the Time to Invest in Medical Outpatient Buildings Amid the concerning updates surrounding the office sector, medical outpatient buildings (MOBs) remain a beacon of resilience. Compared to other asset classes, MOBs are advantageous for investors seeking stable and lucrative ventures. Their strength is derived from resilience to economic downturns, strong retention rates, […]

2023 CRE Overview The commercial real estate landscape faced considerable challenges in 2023, marked by declining asset valuations that originated in the latter half of 2022 and spread to a broader array of markets by year-end 2023. Transaction volume plummeted as buyers and sellers engaged in pricing standoffs, hindering dealmaking.   The debt market has […]

The Matthews Podcast – Episode #22 In this episode host Matthew Wallace welcomes Michael Pakravan back to The Matthews Podcast. Michael is the FVP & National Director of Retail Leasing at Matthews™. With more than 20 years of brokerage expertise, Michael leads the National Retail Leasing Division, consisting of 25 agents nationwide. Born and raised […]

CA Net Lease Minimum Wage Increase California is a prime destination for lucrative net lease investments due to its expansive size, robust demographics, substantial consumer spending, and a thriving economy valued at $3.1 trillion. The state boasts over 37,000 quick service restaurants (QSRs), providing employment opportunities for a substantial workforce of 384,890 individuals. California’s evolving […]

Top Articles of 2023 Explore CRE’s latest trends and popular insights to make informed investment decisions. We deliver cutting-edge market research reports and cover a multitude of property types and conditions across the U.S. to provide investors with important updates. Browse the top 10 articles of 2023 below to see what interested readers this year. […]

Q4 Dallas-Fort Worth Retail Market Report Market Overview Dallas-Fort Worth leads the nation in economic and demographic growth. The formation of new households, coupled with rising incomes, is anticipated to sustain demand for retail space and contribute to rent growth in the region. The market has been a magnet for corporate relocations and expansions for companies […]

A Landlord’s Guide to Understanding the LA Multifamily Market In the dynamic and ever-evolving multifamily landscape of Los Angeles’ commercial real estate market, understanding the intricacies can be both challenging and overwhelming for landlords. It’s not merely about owning property and collecting rent; it’s about knowing the trends, understanding the implications of demographic and economic […]

The Current Interest Rate Landscape In the aftermath of the Federal Reserve’s crucial decision in November, the interest rate landscape stands at a crossroads, reflecting the complexities of the current economic climate. The Federal Reserve opted to skip the 12th rate hike, indicating a cautious approach, but concerns about inflation persist. With the benchmark borrowing […]