In Focus
CMBS Walks a Fine Line in 2017
This year promises to be a transitional one for CMBS, as issuers not only attempt to comply with new regulations but also face the concern that the recovery of the economy and real estate fundamentals will run out of steam, notes Yardi Matrix Associate Director of Research Paul Fiorilla.
Poll: How do you handle emergency preparedness?
CPE has a new poll! We want to know what systems you have in place at your property in the event of an emergency.
Closing Soon: 2017 Leading Real Estate Law Firms Survey
Are you a law firm with a real estate specialization? If so, don’t miss out on the chance to participate in the CPE-MHN 2017 Leading Real Estate Law Firms Survey!
CPE’s Top 5 May 2017 Articles
Miss out on any CPE stories in May? Here are five of our most popular articles for the month, including a report on the highest taxed buildings in America and news on a massive live-work-play community underway from Hines.
Countdown to 30: CPE Celebrates 30 Years
In the month leading up to our special anniversary issue of CPE, stick with us as we reflect on how the industry has changed, and we along with it. You can also follow along on social media using the hashtag #CPETurns30.
The Highest Taxed Buildings in America
The fact that Manhattan dominates the rankings doesn’t come as a shock, but the difference in numbers might. The list compiled by COMMERCIALCafé is quite the mixed bag.
1031 Exchanges: To Be or Not to Be Eliminated?
The pressure to reduce rates and find revenue offsets has put 1031 exchanges on the chopping block as part of the Trump administration’s potential tax reform. But some experts believe that the likelihood of a repeal is low.
Retail Scuffles, But All Is Not Lost
News of retail bankruptcies and store closings might be making the most headlines, but retailers and retail owners that can adapt to changing consumer preferences and compete with the rise of e-commerce can still prevail, argues Yardi Matrix Analyst Justin Dean.
The May digital issue of CPE is now available!
The May 2017 issue offers a focus on the retail sector, including insights on the fate of shopping centers, lenders’ outlook on the single-tenant net-lease market, a roundtable of prominent retail executives, and more!
Nothing But Net
As the net lease sector continues to take on its own asset class presence, investors and lenders are increasingly putting their capital into the property type, especially single-tenant, triple-net leased properties. Net lease owners with investment-grade tenants in place are most attractive to investors, but a lack of available inventory is leading some lenders to widen their options.