Tag: technology
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Office Visits in Major Cities: August Trends and Insights
As we navigate the post-pandemic landscape, office visit trends in major cities offer a fascinating glimpse into the recovery and adaptation of urban workspaces. In August, office visits nationwide reached 68.8 percent of August 2019 levels, slightly below the recovery peak seen in July. Regional Highlights Miami, New York, Atlanta, and Dallas have outperformed the national…
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Amazon’s Bold Move: Mandating Five Days in the Office
Amazon has announced a significant shift in its remote work policy, requiring its 350,000+ corporate employees to return to the office five days a week starting in January. This move sets Amazon apart from its more flexible peers and has sparked considerable internal debate. The Return to Office (RTO) Policy In May, Amazon had already…
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San Francisco’s Rent Control Expansion: A Game Changer for Real Estate Investors and Developers?
San Francisco is on the brink of a significant shift in its housing market. The city is poised to extend rent control to thousands more renters, contingent on the outcome of California’s Proposition 33 this November. Sweeping Changes on the Horizon Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin has introduced an ordinance to expand rent control…
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Are Co-Warehousing Solutions a Game-Changer for Industrial Real Estate?
The rise of co-warehousing solutions is reshaping the industrial real estate landscape, offering a compelling alternative for the growing number of small businesses and users with short-term needs. With over 5.5 million new business applications filed in 2023 alone, according to Census data, this niche market is gaining significant traction. Small businesses, which contribute nearly…
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Nearly One-Third of All Apartment Renter Households are Starting Out Singles
In today’s data-driven world, understanding demographic and population trends is crucial for supporting new developments and addressing economic challenges. These insights help allocate resources more efficiently and design more sustainable communities. The study reveals that the typical U.S. apartment renter is 31 years old, earns approximately $73,000 annually, and lives in a 900-square-foot unit. While…
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$557B Office Wipeout Reveals Diverging Urban and Suburban Markets
A Tale of Two Markets The U.S. commercial real estate (CRE) market is experiencing a significant divide. Central business districts are grappling with plummeting office values, while suburban and high-demand neighborhoods are thriving. From 2019 to 2023, U.S. office values have dropped by a staggering $557 billion, with central business districts suffering the most, seeing…
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Greg Flynn’s $40M Bet on San Francisco’s Office Market: A Bold Move Amid Uncertainty
Greg Flynn, CEO of Flynn Holdings, is making headlines with a significant $40 million investment in San Francisco’s struggling office market. Despite the city’s current challenges, Flynn’s confidence in a rebound is unwavering. A Strategic Acquisition In collaboration with Ellis Partners, Flynn Holdings has acquired 631 Howard St., a fully leased, 108,750 square foot office building…
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Asking Rents Experience First Decline in Four Years Across Unit Types
So far in 2024, all apartment unit sizes are seeing their first annual decline in asking rent since 2020, with the national median at $1,647. In a noteworthy shift for the multifamily housing market, asking rents have slipped across all unit sizes for the first time since 2020, according to a recent Redfin report. This…
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Shifting Geographic Job Distribution: A Long-Term Trend
The Pandemic Effect During the COVID-19 pandemic, jobs flowed out of cities, and now it appears they may not return. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s analysis reveals a significant impact on job availability and location. Where Are the Jobs Going? Job listings have migrated away from city centers, gravitating toward the fringes of…
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Why This Mega-Landlord Is Betting Big on Build-to-Rent Housing
Posted by Daniel Kaufman on August 11, 2024 From Bargain Buys to Purpose-Built Communities In the heart of the Las Vegas area, a seemingly unassuming four-bedroom home at 8025 Peaceful Woods St. tells a compelling story. It’s not just about square footage or market value—it’s about strategy. American Mega-Homes (AMH), a major player in the…
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