Movie Theaters Have Weird Real Estate. It’s Saving Them.

The Wall Street Journal, April 8, 2024-Kate KingU.S. movie theaters were hurtling toward obsolescence only a few years ago. Their unorthodox real estate might be their salvation. Click here for more (subscription)

Current Office Cycle Could Last Longer Than GFC Downturn

Globe St., April 9, 2024-Erik ShermanTrying to understand the office market has become difficult. Some knowledgeable people in CRE are sure that now is the time to invest in office. …

WeWork to Save $8 Billion in Rent by Restructuring Leases

The Wall Street Journal Pro, April 2, 2024-Akiko MatsudaCo-working space provider WeWork said its lease restructuring effort so far is expected to result in more than $8 billion in future …

Q&A: Jamie Woodwell, Mortgage Bankers Association

Scotsman Guide, April 2024, Jeff BondAfter a gloomy 2023, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) expects commercial activity to rebound, with overall borrowing and lending to rise from last year’s $444 …

MBA Chief Criticizes Biden’s Rent Control Plan

MPA, April 1, 2024-Candyd MendozaThe Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is sounding alarms over President Biden’s plan to impose a 10% annual cap on rent increases at properties supported by the …