Tag: economics
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Why Princeton, Texas Is the Town Every Real Estate Professional Should Be Watching
If you’re not paying attention to Princeton, Texas, it’s time to start. Just a decade ago, this small rural community in Collin County had two traffic lights and a population you could count on one hand compared to nearby Dallas. Fast forward to today, and Princeton is officially the fastest-growing town in America—posting a staggering…
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The Shrinking House: Why Smaller Homes Are the Next Big Shift in Housing Strategy
Something strange is happening in the housing market: brand-new homes are getting smaller—and cheaper. That may sound like good news for affordability, but don’t get too comfortable. As usual, policy and pricing pressures are lurking just beneath the surface. What’s Going On? According to Realtor.com’s latest New Construction Quarterly Report, prices for newly built homes…
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Florida’s Housing Reset: Surfside, Special Assessments, and a Market Facing Population Loss
Ninety-eight lives lost. A housing shock unleashed. The collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, on June 24, 2021, wasn’t just a tragedy—it was a pivotal moment for Florida’s housing market. In the aftermath, the state rushed to implement new structural safety mandates: more inspections, larger reserve requirements, and stricter deadlines for…
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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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Down Payments Are Surging—Here’s What Real Estate Pros Need to Know
If your clients are shopping for homes this spring, they better come with cash—and plenty of it. A new report from Realtor.com reveals that down payments have reached their highest Q4 levels on record, continuing a long-term climb that’s reshaping buyer behavior and market dynamics alike. Whether you’re advising buyers, structuring deals, or eyeing exit…
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Boston Celtics’ $6.1B Private Equity Deal—What It Means for Investors
Listen, if you grew up in Boston, you know the Celtics aren’t just a team—they’re a legacy. And now, that legacy has a new price tag: $6.1 billion. A private equity investor-led group—fronted by Bill Chisholm, a Boston guy himself—just secured a majority stake in the franchise. This isn’t just another sports deal; this is…
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Will Developing Federal Land Solve the US Housing Shortage? What Real Estate Developers & Investors Need to Know
The US housing crisis is one of the most pressing issues facing real estate developers and investors. With limited supply, high land costs, and restrictive zoning laws, many metro areas are struggling to meet housing demand. Recently, President Donald Trump proposed unlocking federal land for housing development as a way to ease the shortage. On…
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Industry Push to Preserve Property Tax Deductions
Real estate organizations are mobilizing against a proposed Congressional measure that could significantly limit property tax deductions for businesses. Industry leaders warn that such a change would have serious economic consequences, including higher costs, reduced property values, and potential instability in both the real estate market and the broader economy. What’s Happening? The Real Estate…
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