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Economist’s View: What’s Your Bet: Car or Elevator?
While some favor the low-density, suburbs-focused model of construction, there is still much to be said for the vertical constructions of city centers in terms of CRE investment. All other things being equal, urban development typically brings a much stronger return. By Hugh F. Kelly.
Equity REIT Liquidity: A Glass Half Full and Slowly Getting Fuller
By Steven Marks, Head of U.S. REITs, Fitch Ratings
Liquidity for U.S. REITs has strengthened substantially. While it remains weaker than in the period prior to the financial crisis, Fitch’s outlook is stable for U.S. equity REIT liquidity over the near term.
Net Lease Cap Rates, Sector by Sector
By Winston Orzechowski, Research Director, Calkain Cos.
Net lease cap rates averaged 7.75 percent for the first quarter of 2011, continuing the rate drop that began in the second half of 2010. Investors have clearly shown a lopsided preference for triple-net-lease investment properties, and as 2011 progresses, demand will outpace supply.
Shaking Off the Summertime Blues
By Elliot Throne, Director, Holliday Fenoglio Fowler L.P.
The rejuvenation of the commercial real estate market has brought a much needed run of new acquisitions, record-setting financings and a general sense that the market is making up for lost time from the previous few years.
Minimize Controversy by Keeping Audit-Ready Records
By Rick Parent, Executive Vice President, Gumbiner Savett Inc.
You may manage the best property in town, but even a great location won’t insulate you from problems if your financial records are not in good shape.
Positive Trends in the CMBS Market, Both This Year and Next
After two down years, the CMBS market is starting to look good for 2011 and into 2012. Investment totals are up, delinquency rates are down and firms are more willing to open their books.
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