South Florida industrial is coming off a record-breaking stretch. Rent, sale prices, and demand have been at all-time highs. The increase in the tri-county population and strict land constraints have driven demand through the roof.

Even the second fastest-growing city, Austin, Texas, is seeing a significant retracement in its office market. The first two quarters of 2022 resembled pre-2020 market conditions. Leasing activity was robust, sales were steady, and new development had no issue pre-leasing.

Is the United States evolving into a renter society? Institutional investors, or the "smart money," firmly believe we are well on our way. Homeownership levels peaked at 69.2% in April 2004 but have since steadily declined...

Companies desperately need their employees' help to justify their office lease payments, although studies show employees prefer the luxury of working from home. As a result, some enterprises have gone fully remote, while others mandate full-time in the office, and others have adopted hybrid schedules..

Orlando is the heart of Florida. Main roadways such as I-4, I-75, and the Florida Turnpike act as arteries to the rest of the state, making it possible to reach over 20 million people within a six-hour drive. The ample accessibility has attracted many businesses, investors, and developers.

Most people dream of ditching their W-2, retiring early and fulfilling their entrepreneurial appetite, but unfortunately, many are unsuccessful. Yet, especially in recent years, the commercial real estate industry and investor community have increased dramatically..

Rampant inflation and an aggressive monetary policy by the Federal Reserve have shaken things up in the market. As a result, on a national average, commercial cap rates are currently well below interest rates on debt.

Banks, drive-throughs, and pharmacies come to mind when you think about net-lease properties, but have you considered the cannabis industry? The cannabis real estate market is in the early stages of a long-term growth cycle as more states begin legalizing its use for medical and recreational purposes.

The primary goal is cash flow optimization, which becomes increasingly important in a rising interest rate environment. Not only do the capital markets shift, but tenant and consumer demand evolve, and so should your commercial property.

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The region spans Bentonville to Fayetteville and expects to add 1,700 new tech jobs in the next five years. In addition, there are significant critical drivers in the area due to legendary hometown entrepreneurs such as Sam Walton, J.B. Hunt, and Don Tyson...

Known for its expansive banking industry, strong NASCAR influence, sports teams, and emerging tech scene, Charlotte is well on its way to becoming America's fastest-growing city.

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Retail Real Estate has seen significant changes in the past decade. So how are firms handling the headwinds in the Retail Market?

Growth markets like Miami, Charlotte, and Austin attract investors like a moth to a flame. As a result, competition drives prices higher, eventually making it more challenging to put money to work.

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Without interruption, people, businesses, and capital have continued to flow into South Florida. Retail has been booming, and rent growth has outpaced national averages while demand remains steady. Families from across the country have relocated here and brought their businesses along....

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The Fed has been pumping money into the economy to the tune of trillions of dollars with COVID relief, additional infrastructure projects, etc. And within one year, the Federal Funds Rate was increased on six occasions, putting the capital-intensive economy into quick ketosis...

The Florida retail market skated through the pandemic relatively unscathed. After a few tough months, the rebound was indubitably strong. Inventory levels are at all-time lows, and mixed-use development is rising in popular neighborhoods such as Wynwood, Flagler Village, and downtown West Palm Beach....

From 2015 to 2019, successful investment strategies were proven by today's leading owners, including Safe Harbor, Suntex, and Southern Marinas. As a result, a wave of investment interest quickly evolved, attracting new capital nationally and internationally. Marinas provide investors with diversification, tax advantages, and higher yields than core commercial real estate.

Real Wealth Solutions, can successfully apply their conservative approach to underwriting in a stressed market. Real Wealth Solutions focuses on acquiring and managing multifamily and RV assets in Eastern Tennessee and the surrounding markets and continues to find creative ways to find attractive acquisitions for their limited partners

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The office real estate market has taken some hefty blows over the past few years. There has been a resounding flight to quality as employers try to entice their employees back into the office. However, the threat of an economic downturn can once again turn the office market on its head. Investors and businesses are treading lightly, but specific markets can remain resilient during a recession.

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Planting seeds and nurturing relationships with owners, property managers, or brokers will eventually yield rewards.

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