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East Oakland Multifamily Market Report Market Overview Supply pressures in East Oakland due to population growth and stagnant leasing are impacting multifamily occupancy rates. Additionally, the last remaining professional sports team in Oakland, the Oakland A’s, is relocating to Las Vegas, sparking conversation about its impact on the area. Nevertheless, neighborhoods bordering Lake Merritt and […]

How Matthews Stands Out: NYC Growth & Outlook Episode #25: Brock Emmetsberger & DJ Johnston In the latest episode of the Matthews Podcast, Brock Emmetsberger and DJ Johnston from Matthews’ New York office share insights on the firm’s growth plans and strategies. The two discuss what makes Matthews stand out among other investment services firms. […]

Shopping Center Trends in Placemaking & Merchandising Finding balance between the objectives of landlords and community stakeholders is vital in shaping the future of a shopping center. Key factors such as merchandising and placemaking define the property’s ambiance and drive foot traffic, creating a dynamic and profitable environment for landlords, tenants, and the community. The […]

Nashville Hospitality Market Report Market Overview Nashville is a favored spot for leisure travelers, boasting live music venues, a rich musical heritage, and a variety of festivals, conventions, and sporting events. In the past decade, its culinary scene has gained prominence, particularly for Southern cuisine, barbecue, and Nashville Hot Chicken.   A major highlight in […]

Strategies to Boost the NOI of Your Multifamily Property In 2023, a volatile economy and elevated housing prices caused a surge in demand for multifamily. This resulted in an 111% increase in absorbed units. At the same time, 583,000 new units were delivered, marking the highest number of completed units since the mid-1980s. This led […]

Fort Collins Multifamily Development Report Fort Collins by the Numbers Vacancy rate: 5.51% Absorption (units): 151 Average rent: 1.6% Sales: $0 Last 12 Months | Source: CoStar   Absorption During Q1 2024, absorption declined from 208 units to 171 units compared to the previous quarter. However, the trailing 12-month total absorption witnessed a slight uptick […]

North & South Carolina Hotel Market Report Charlotte, NC Market Overview Charlotte, the second-largest financial hub in the U.S., hosts the most employment centers for three of the nation’s six biggest banks: Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Truist Financial. In 2019, following the merger of BB&T and SunTrust Banks to form Truist, the newly […]

Kroger-Albertsons: What Grocery Mergers Mean for Retail The grocery merger between Kroger and Albertsons, valued at $24.6 billion, is facing significant legal and regulatory hurdles. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit to block the merger, citing concerns that it would eliminate competition, leading to higher grocery prices and reduced quality for consumers. […]

Rent Regulation: The History and Workings in NYC As the Rent Stabilization Law of 2019 remains intact, what impact has it had on multifamily? On June 14, 2019, Governor Cuomo signed the Housing Stability & Tenant Protection Act, a law regulating New York City apartment units. As the 5th anniversary approaches, we look back on […]