After a turbulent 2024, the commercial real estate sector saw a dramatic resurgence in lending activity during the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a renewed sense of confidence among lenders and investors. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), loan originations across nearly all major property types surged, marking the strongest quarter of growth since the downturn began.
Read MoreUnderstanding what these national brands prioritize when looking for retail spaces for lease in Los Angeles—and how you can position your local space or business accordingly—can give you a strategic edge in this competitive market. This is also essential for a tenant representation broker when helping their clients to find their perfect retail space in Los Angeles.
Read MoreThe prospect of privatizing—and potentially merging—Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has rapidly moved to the forefront of U.S. housing policy debates. As the Trump administration weighs whether to proceed with individual initial public offerings (IPOs) or the bold step of a combined “MAGA” listing, the commercial real estate (CRE) sector faces both significant uncertainty and opportunity.
Read MoreIn recent years, volatility in interest rates has become a defining characteristic of the commercial real estate landscape. Economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and abrupt shifts in central bank policy have all contributed to a climate where traditional financing approaches are continuously tested. For those advising commercial real estate clients, offering clear, proactive guidance to navigate this challenge is more essential than ever.
Read MoreThe days of relying solely on gut instinct or outdated demographic reports to make real estate decisions are long gone. Today’s top commercial real estate investors and brokers are turning to a powerful blend of data sources—particularly U.S. Census data and real-time cell phone mobility data—to uncover high-potential markets and properties. These tools are giving investors an edge in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Read MoreIn the Southern California industrial real estate market, you know that concessions can make or break a deal in a competitive submarket like Vernon, one of LA’s most vital industrial hubs. Whether that be negotiating a lease on a newly constructed Class A logistics center or a more utilitarian Class C warehouse, concessions play a strategic role in closing transactions.
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