Where Is the Distress in Commercial Real Estate? Look to the Banks

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September 3. 2025 – In today’s commercial real estate market, the question isn’t whether distress exists, it’s where it’s hiding. The headlines have focused on office vacancies, retail bankruptcies (one of the most recent being mall staple Claire’s), and high interest rates. But the most significant concentration of distress is building quietly on the balance sheets of banks.

Is Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate Declining?

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August 5. 2025 – For decades, foreign investors have considered the United States a financial safe harbor, with the commercial real estate market consistently promising security, growth, and long-term value. The U.S. is the world’s largest recipient of Foreign Direct Investment. But in today’s uncertain geopolitical and economic environment, is that still the case?

Building Tomorrow’s Care: Four Healthcare Trends Reshaping Commercial Real Estate

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July 1, 2025 – Healthcare real estate can be a strong investment, given that it is non-discretionary (people need it regardless of economic cycles) and because medical tenants typically sign long-term leases (10-20 years). They also invest heavily in customizing spaces, making them less likely to relocate, $70 to $200+ per square foot (PSF) depending on specialty, complexity, and location. By contrast, general office TI allowances often range from $40 to $60 PSF.

Data Centers and CRE: What You Need to Know 

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June 6, 2025 – Once a niche segment of industrial real estate, data centers have become one of the fastest-growing asset classes in the U.S. commercial property market. Fueled by the growth of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital services, data centers are redefining investment priorities and development strategies across the United States.