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What You Need to Know The current commercial real estate market is challenging investors to find alternative paths to buying and selling properties. Auction services offer owners an effective way to maximize profit in an accelerated timeframe while expanding their reach to buyers. For investors looking to buy, auction services eliminate the exhausting negotiation process […]

The Matthews Podcast – Episode #17 Join us as we delve into the world of dollar store investments with Josh Bishop, a leading broker specializing in single tenant net lease properties. In this episode, Josh shares his expertise on the appeal of dollar stores, the key players in the industry, market trends, and valuable advice […]

Chrisse Mulkey Interview #1 – What drew you to commercial real estate, and why did you choose Matthews™? My father was a commercial broker my entire life, and I had worked for him on and off during summers and alongside other jobs as a teen. After being in the music business for a few years as […]

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Leases Business owners and entrepreneurs must choose between short-term and long-term leases when venturing into the CRE market. While short-term leases have traditionally been uncommon, the growing popularity of pop-up businesses has sparked increased consideration for this option. These store types saw a significant increase in popularity after the pandemic as owners […]

NNN Retail Pricing Gap For more than a year, commercial real estate buyers and sellers have been in a standoff over asset pricing. Conventional wisdom dictates that cap rates will rise alongside interest rates, with a typical six-month lag; however, in the last year, pricing has not followed this model. Although interest rates have doubled […]

ROI in Commercial Real Estate When it comes to commercial real estate, determining a good return on investment (ROI) is essential for investors. While there is no universally accepted benchmark for a “good” one, several factors come into play. Here’s a breakdown of what constitutes a favorable ROI in commercial real estate and its relevance […]

Fed Raises Rates The Federal Reserve announced on May 3rd, 2023, its widely expected quarter-point interest rate hike. This hike marks the 10th consecutive increase, bringing the federal funds rate to a range of five percent to 5.25 percent. The decision was unanimous, and the Fed signaled that it may pause additional increases.   With […]

Hospitality Challenges We sat down with Matthews™ Hospitality Associate, Ryan Sanchez, to discuss the prevailing challenges throughout the hospitality industry. Read on to learn why the hospitality industry remains a vital component of the economy despite economic volatility.   What are Some Problems the Hospitality Industry Faces Currently? Labor Costs: Labor costs can be a […]

The Matthews™ Podcast |  Episode #12 Self-Storage: The Resilient Asset Class | Industry Trends, Projections, and Key Considerations In this episode of the Matthews™ podcast, your host Matthew Wallace is joined by Matthews’ Self-Storage expert Austin McLeod. This episode dives into the current state of the self-storage market, including where the most active markets are […]