Sunbelt

Lumber prices have dropped 24% since early August, hitting their lowest level in a year.

Investors are still sitting out as policy shifts, election politics, and market volatility keep deal flow muted.

Despite a sluggish economy, credit ratings in commercial real estate remain surprisingly resilient—thanks in part to a rebound in office and retail leasing.

The U.S. economy cooled this summer, as businesses and consumers across most regions pulled back amid rising prices, labor shifts, and growing uncertainty.

Buildout costs are up 68% since pre-pandemic, and landlords are footing the bill to stay competitive.

As apartments get smaller and rentership rises, self storage is quietly becoming the backbone of urban living.