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The American commercial real estate landscape represents trillions in value, with property owners depreciating billions under Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) every single year. Think about it: Right now, thousands of savvy investors are making critical decisions about property improvements and replacements that will directly impact their taxes this year. But what many don’t…

It’s no secret that high mortgage rates have been making homeownership feel like a financial tightrope. Just this past March, existing home sales across the U.S. took a sharp dive, dropping over 5% to just over 4 million units sold annually. That’s the steepest decline we’ve seen in more than two years, and it’s causing…

Finding the optimal holding period for commercial properties is more than just playing the waiting game. It’s often about strategic timing that balances your immediate cash flow needs with long-term capital gains.  On average, investors across the U.S. hold commercial properties for somewhere between five and ten years, but that’s not a one-size-fits-all answer.  That…

Did you know that as of 2024, investors have shifted how they build wealth? And we’re seeing the numbers to prove it.  Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) now make up nearly 70% of investment portfolios, which is a noticeable increase from the year before. The appeal is clear: more flexibility, lower costs, and better diversification. But when…

Did you know that nearly half (44%) of America’s real estate wealth is currently in the hands of Baby Boomers? This means we’re about to witness one of the largest transfers of property in history. Most investors aren’t adequately prepared for this transition. From our experience, effective legacy planning in commercial real estate is more…

Have you seen these commercial real estate numbers? Fourth-quarter 2024 blew the roof off with transactions hitting $108.5 billion, jumping nearly 34% from Q3 and reaching heights we haven’t seen since late 2022! Explosions like these show how quickly fortunes can change for investors, and that’s speaking from our experience. This occurrence shows that nothing…

The economic impact of the 1031 exchange extends far beyond individual investors. A macroeconomic research study a few years ago revealed that these transactions support over half a million American jobs, generate nearly $30 billion in labor income, and contribute more than $55 billion annually to our national GDP. That’s not just tax savings—it’s economic…

It’s no secret the commercial real estate market is under pressure. With roughly $600 billion in loans coming due annually through 2028—adding up to over $2 trillion—investors are facing tighter refinancing conditions just as property values continue to dip. This combination is making exit strategy planning for different commercial real estate market conditions more important…

The numbers don’t lie: According to CBRE’s latest industry survey, nearly three-quarters of commercial real estate investors plan to increase their asset purchases in 2025 compared to last year. This surge shows investors are jumping back in with both feet. From our experience, the most successful wealth-builders don’t just follow the crowd; they strategically choose…

There’s a shift happening in commercial real estate, and savvy investors are paying attention. Recent trends show a strong push toward value-add commercial real estate strategy, with over three-quarters of industry professionals pointing to falling property prices as the spark that’ll reignite investment activity in 2025. Mixed-use assets are taking center stage, promising more flexibility…