National Mortgage Professional, July 28, 2025-Lew SichelmanMore and more would-be homebuyers are hitting the pause button, with those who do pull the trigger more likely to be buying out of …
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Frustrated by NIMBYs, States Are Trying to Force Cities to Build Affordable Housing
NPR, July 24, 2025-Marisa Peñaloza and Jennifer LuddenSALT LAKE CITY — It’s almost dinner time and the smell of creole seasoning fills the kitchen of Grace Cunningham and Jamal Cureau’s …
Major U.S. Banks Post Solid Q2 Profits Amid Economic Uncertainty
MPA, July 16, 2025-Candyd MendozaSome of the largest US banks reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter profits on Tuesday, pointing to resilience in corporate activity and consumer spending. However, caution remains as interest …
Renters Struggle as Multifamily Housing Sector Sees Limited Growth in First Half of 2025
MPA, July 16, 2025-Candyd MendozaThe multifamily housing sector posted tepid rent growth in June as an influx of new supply and macroeconomic uncertainty weighed on performance, according to Yardi Matrix’s …
Private Credit Can Bring Risk Along With Liquidity to Commercial Property Finance
The Wall Street Journal, July 15, 2025-Isaac TaylorPrivate credit’s growth is adding liquidity—and risk—to the U.S. commercial real-estate market, according to a report from Moody’s Ratings.Click here for more (subscription)
Here’s How Many Renters Compete for One NYC apartment — But it’s Worse Elsewhere in the Nation
New York Post, July 14, 2025-Emily DavisSurprise, surprise: Manhattan currently ranks among the top five most competitive rental markets in the country.Click here for more
Office Debt Funding Gap Simulation Paints Grim Picture
Globe St., July 9, 2025-Kristen SmithbergA typical office loan originated today would cover only 65% of the outstanding balance, requiring fresh equity or original debt to close the 35% debt …
Peter Linneman On CRE Uncertainty, Interest Rate Cuts and the Housing Squeeze
Bisnow, July 10, 2025-Emily DeNardoCommercial real estate may still be experiencing uncertainty, but the fog is lifting a bit, said Peter Linneman, economist and former professor at the Wharton School …
Real Estate Investors: Housing Market Boon or Bane?
Bankrate, July 9, 2025-Rick Sharga, Michele PetryMany people — and politicians — blame large investors for buying up available homes and making prices unaffordable for everyday Americans. But studies show …
Warehouse Vacancies Climb to Highest Level in More Than a Decade
The Wall Street Journal, July 9, 2025-Liz YoungMore U.S. warehouse space is vacant than at any time in the past 11 years as companies hold off leasing new space amid …