Insights

Back in Business: Shopping Centers Drive CRE Recovery Current Shopping Center Performance In recent years, construction of new retail centers has slowed considerably, with developers focusing more on industrial, mixed-use projects, and residential developments due to cost impediments and a changing real estate landscape. Rising construction and borrowing costs, especially with high interest rates, have […]

Aldi’s Expansion Strategy – What You Need to Know Aldi is embarking on a significant real estate expansion, aiming to solidify its position in the U.S. grocery market and meet growing consumer demand for affordable grocery options. This report delves into Aldi’s expansion strategy, analyzing its approach to new store openings, conversions of acquired stores, […]

Women in Commercial Real Estate The commercial real estate industry is dynamic, competitive, and rewarding. While it has traditionally been a male-dominated field, more women are breaking barriers, shaping the industry, and thriving in various roles. We spoke with five successful women in commercial real estate to learn about their journeys, challenges, leadership insights, and […]

Walgreens Boots Alliance has decided to step away from the public market in a significant acquisition by Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm known for its expertise in revitalizing retail businesses. This $10 billion deal has sparked widespread discussion about the future of Walgreens, particularly its vast real estate portfolio.   Walgreens and Sycamore Partners […]

Lower interest rates and market stability have renewed developer confidence, but the market is still in recovery. Multifamily developers have faced significant challenges in the last couple of years. The construction pipeline has shrunk in the wake of high interest rates, limited construction capital and an uncertain economic climate. The end of 2024 marked the […]

Q4 2024 Boulder Multifamily Market Report Market Overview The Boulder multifamily market continues to show resilience despite recent challenges, with demand remaining strong in suburban areas. However, rent growth has slowed due to seasonal trends and an active construction pipeline. Apartment rents in Boulder fell for the fifth consecutive month in Q4 2024 as landlords […]

Hospitality Classes: How Bifurcation Shaped 2024 Hospitality’s Slowdown During 2024 The hospitality segment was largely impacted by the high interest rate environment that occurred in 2024. Hotel performance began to decrease throughout the year as national RevPAR grew by only 1.7% year-over-year, which was driven by 1.5% rate growth. When dividing the hospitality classes, the […]

Why Experts Expect Lending to Bounce Back in 2025 Lenders and investors are entering 2025 after navigating a tumultuous and uncertain environment shaped by various economic and political factors. The recent presidential election introduced significant shifts in expected government policy, coinciding with the Federal Reserve beginning an interest rate-cutting cycle. In 2024, the market was […]

California Self-Storage Market Report The California Self-Storage market has long benefitted from the state’s robust population and small housing spaces in urban areas. The average US apartment is roughly 50 square feet larger than the average apartment in California, making Self-Storage an important aspect of life in CA. In addition, households in the state average […]