Insights

The Unanchored Strip Center Space The unanchored strip center sector has evolved into one of the most dynamic areas of commercial real estate. Once considered a secondary retail format, these neighborhood shopping hubs now attract significant attention from a diverse set of investors.   Matthews Real Estate Investment Services recently hosted a roundtable discussion featuring […]

NYC Multifamily Pricing Tied to Debt Costs New York City’s multifamily market has been derailed by the high interest rate environment. In 2024, transaction volumes were down nearly 40% as investors navigated market challenges. Experts DJ Johnston, EVP at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services, and Andrew Marcus, first VP at Matthews Real Estate Investment Services, […]

REIT Earnings Recap & Forward Momentum: Q3 2024 Quarterly Insights from Open-Air Shopping Center REITs The open-air shopping center REITs recently wrapped up their earnings calls for Q3 2024 and gave their insights on what they expect for the remainder of the year. Property operations continue to remain rock solid as occupancy numbers and leasing […]

Capitalizing on Market Trends in Rental Investments Using market trends to guide rental investments can create value for investors. Despite being a stable source of income and a solid hedge against inflation, there’s no denying that some deals are better than others. Why settle for a 20% ROI when you can get as high as […]

Austin, TX Retail Market Report Market Overview Austin’s retail market is experiencing tight conditions driven by strong demand and limited available space. The city’s fast-growing population, increasing household incomes, and robust consumption, continues to attract retailers, fueling significant demand for retail space. Ranked as one of the fastest growing cities in the country, much of […]

Multifamily REIT Earnings Recap: Q3 2024 After Q3 earnings reports for 2024, multifamily apartment-focused REITs generally saw a positive market sentiment, though there were some nuances depending on the specific geographic focus, rent growth trends, and management strategies. The following is a summary of the key factors influencing the leaders of the multifamily REIT industry: […]

Central Florida Retail Market Report Market Overview Central Florida’s economy is strong, with an annual job growth rate in 2023 that ranks second among the top 50 metros in the United States, trailing only Austin, and retail trade and real estate have driven GDP growth. The region’s population also increased by 2.1% over that time, […]

Phoenix Industrial Market Report Phoenix Key Findings Past 12 Months | Source: CoStar Group The industrial sector in Phoenix is experiencing one of the largest supply waves in history, with around 38 million square feet in industrial deliveries over the past 12 months. Absorption levels increased to 11.7 million square feet during the same timeframe. […]

Austin Multifamily Market Report Market Overview Austin remains one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country. That being said, growth in the city is beginning to cool in 2024. The city still benefits from favorable tax policies and  steady influx of new workers from the University of Texas at Austin. In 2021 and 2022, […]