Category: CRE
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New Tariffs on Canadian Lumber Threaten Housing Market Stability—and Hit Homebuilder Stocks Hard
By Daniel Kaufman | Daniel Kaufman Real Estate In a move that caught the housing industry off guard, the U.S. Department of Commerce has announced it will more than double tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber—from 14.5% to a staggering 34.45%. The news sent shockwaves through the homebuilding sector, triggering a sharp selloff in homebuilder stocks…
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Why I Think CRE Will Be a Safe Harbor Amid Tariff Turmoil
But I’m watching two caveats that could shake that thesis. When the Trump administration announced sweeping tariffs on April 2, the immediate reaction across markets was predictable: volatility surged, equity indices swung wildly, and conversations in capital circles turned toward downside protection. As someone who spends every day in the world of commercial real estate,…
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Why Smart Capital Is Moving Down-Market in Commercial Real Estate
In today’s shifting commercial real estate landscape, a new investment thesis is gaining traction: smaller deals are outperforming their big-ticket counterparts—and investors are paying close attention. Recent data from CoStar’s Commercial Repeat-Sale Indices (CCRSI) highlights a growing bifurcation in asset performance. In February, prices for smaller U.S. commercial properties rose 1.1%, while larger, high-value assets…
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Top 10 Metros With the Largest Home Price Increases: What Investors Need to Know
Real estate investors and developers looking for high-growth opportunities should take note: Home prices surged across most U.S. metros in the last quarter, with 10 cities posting year-over-year price gains of at least 14.9%, according to the latest National Association of Realtors® (NAR) quarterly report. While high-demand coastal markets continue to command top dollar, the…
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Self-Storage Market Stabilizes: What Developers and Investors Need to Know
After years of oversupply and declining rents, the self-storage sector is showing early signs of stabilization. While national rents are still down 1.2% YoY as of January, this represents a marked improvement from steeper declines in late 2023. More importantly for real estate investors and developers, the pipeline of new self-storage projects is shrinking—setting the…
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Investors Take Note: Pittsburgh & Detroit Are the Last Two Cities Where Buying Beats Renting—For Now
For real estate investors and developers, market timing is everything. The latest Realtor.com® January 2025 Rental Report reveals a rare opportunity: Pittsburgh and Detroit are the only two major U.S. metros where buying is still cheaper than renting—but this window is closing fast. With home prices rising and mortgage rates fluctuating, investors who act now…
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The Hottest Housing Markets for Investors in 2025: Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas
While some segments of the U.S. housing market are still feeling the impact of high mortgage rates and sluggish inventory, four key cities in the South and West are defying the trend. Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and Dallas are experiencing strong demand, rising home prices, and sustained migration, making them prime targets for real estate investors…
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Trump Paused Tariffs, but Homebuilders Still Face Long-Term Risks
The homebuilding industry, already grappling with rising costs and labor shortages, has been keeping a close watch on President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Homebuilders rely heavily on materials imported from Canada, Mexico, and China—three countries that have been at the center of Trump’s tariff plans. Additionally, the president’s promise of mass deportations raises concerns about…
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Daniel Kaufman Real Estate Newsletter
The Rising Cost of Insurance—What Developers and Investors Need to Know Where Insurance Premiums Are Set to Skyrocket As real estate developers and investors, understanding risk is critical to making informed decisions. One of the biggest challenges facing property owners today is the rapid rise in insurance premiums—especially in areas prone to natural disasters. A…
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Top Housing Markets of 2025: A Guide for Real Estate Developers and Investors
As we navigate through 2025, the real estate landscape is teeming with new opportunities and challenges. Realtor.com’s 2025 Housing Forecast highlights key markets already experiencing robust growth in home sales and prices. These insights provide actionable guidance for developers and investors looking to position themselves strategically this year. Top 10 Housing Markets of 2025 These…
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