The U.S. office market displayed a nuanced landscape in the first quarter of 2024, as observed through analyses by JLL, Moody’s Analytics, and Commercial Edge. Despite macroeconomic improvements and rising demand, negative net absorption persisted, driven by significant space reductions from major occupiers, according to JLL. However, this downsizing trend was offset by a robust and growing […]
The correlation between housing demand and land sales is intricate, reflecting a delicate balance influenced by various factors. Bank Rate highlights key determinants such as home prices, mortgage rates, inventory levels, and commission structures, all of which collectively shape housing affordability. The recent unexpected rise in mortgage rates has cast a shadow over the spring home-buying season, […]
The landscape of quick service restaurants (QSRs) brims with opportunities amidst a backdrop of substantial growth and expansion. Despite economic turbulence affecting the wider dining sector in 2022 and 2023, QSRs and fast casual dining offered budget-conscious consumers affordable indulgences and convenient grab-and-go options. However, like all sectors, QSRs have grappled with the repercussions of inflation, pricey […]
In a thought-provoking episode of the CRE with Coldwell Banker Commercial Worldwide Podcast, Dan Spiegel, senior vice president, and managing director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, engages in a captivating conversation with Kate Lister, president of Global Workspace Analytics, on the future of office dynamics, the transition to hybrid work models, and the evolving demands of […]
The senior housing market is finally turning around for investors, who had high hopes of surging rents and soaring occupancy levels prior to the pandemic. The pandemic significantly impacted senior communities with high death rates, resulting in elevated vacancy rates. However, occupancy rates at private-pay senior housing facilities have now returned to pre-pandemic levels. According to the […]
REINVENTING THE RESTAURANT Amid Changing Consumer Trends. Not quite a full-service dining experience but a step above typical fast food, the quick-service restaurant (QSR) has filled a critical niche for consumers who seek a reasonably priced meal out or to take home. From in-store kiosks, apps, contactless deliveries and a growing reliance on drive throughs, […]
Leasing, particularly in the office and industrial sectors, has experienced significant shifts in the last two years. These shifts have largely been driven by economic uncertainty, record-high rents, and macro changes in the way people shop and work. As the market grapples with an exceptional increase in sublease space, both landlords and tenants are faced with […]
Thanks to COVID and inflation, retail has undergone significant transformations over the last few years, impacting consumer preferences and behaviors. Whether it is dining or shopping trends, the retail landscape is constantly evolving, that has been especially true in 2024. Placer.ai recently published a white paper titled, ‘Meeting 2024’s Consumer,’ that explores consumer trends and behaviors […]
A positive college experience encompasses a variety of important factors. While education is of the utmost importance, the surrounding town and environment can enhance or detract from a college experience. As we’ve reported in the past, student housing demand remains steady. So, what are the most popular college towns in 2024? RentCafe recently published insights […]
