Buyer’s Guide

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.

Industrial real estate is seeing renewed momentum in 2025, even as vacancies linger and rent growth remains sluggish.

While two- to four-unit buildings top the charts for late mortgage payments, the broader delinquency trend is less alarming than it appears.