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NAR Forecasts Slow, Upward Path for CRE

A boost in employment, coupled with high demand for multifamily housing, is helping keep CRE vacancy rates down.

Economy Watch Weekly: Airbnb Makes Waves

Just how much of an impact is Airbnb having on the real estate industry? Economy Editor Dees Stribling weighs in, for the week ending Aug. 26, 2016.

Economy Watch: Better Incomes Means More Spending

July marks the fourth month in a row in which consumers spent more than the previous month.

Economy Watch: GDP Weak, But Fed Doesn’t Seem Worried

While second-quarter GDP growth was relatively small, the Federal Reserve doesn’t seem discouraged from considering an interest rate increase.

Economy Watch: Why US CRE Might Benefit From Brexit

The impact of Brexit has been largely positive for the U.S. and will likely last for the long term.

Economy Watch: Is Airbnb Affecting Rents in Major Metros?

A new study by FiveThirtyEight reveals why Airbnb’s impact on rental markets is still small in most cities, but could contribute to country’s already severe housing shortage.

JLL’s Changing of the Guard

Christian Ulbrich, a company veteran who has served as president since June, will succeed longtime CEO Colin Dyer on Oct. 1.

Cush & Wake Launches Automotive Specialty Practice Group

The new division will be led by Managing Director Jeffrey Green.

Economy Watch: The E-Commerce Juggernaut Rolls On

North America will see consistent double-digit e-commerce growth through 2020, fueled by increased spending from existing digital consumers and expansion into new categories.

Executive Spotlight: Patrick Mc Gowan

The versatile builder recounts his journey from rural Ireland to success in New York City and discusses his company’s latest high-profile projects.