Insights

A Look at the Consequences of Government Subsidy Cuts On September 30, 2023, the Child Care Stabilization Program expired, which has kept 200,000 childcare providers afloat since 2021 as part of the $24 billion American Rescue Act. This event marks a turning point in the nation’s approach to child care, with dire consequences if Congressional […]

Insights from David Treadwell: Navigating Commercial Real Estate Trends and Embracing Change Q: How did you get into commercial real estate, and what led you to Matthews™? A: My route into commercial real estate followed a unique trajectory that led me to Matthews™. Though initially trained as an attorney, I found my passion didn’t align […]

Fort Myers, FL Multifamily Market Report Market Overview Fort Myers serves as the central economic hub of southwest Florida; its economic landscape is linked to the expansion of sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, information technology, and life sciences. Tourism significantly influences the region, accounting for one in every six jobs, particularly within the tourism and […]

Fort Lauderdale, Florida Retail Market Report Market Overview Fort Lauderdale’s retail market reflects a complex landscape influenced by household dynamics, tourism, and construction activity. Leasing activity has slowed down, with a decrease in the amount of space leased compared to previous years. However, positive net absorption has contributed to a decline in vacancies, which are […]

How Landlords Can Attract High-Quality Tenants For landlords, finding high-quality tenants is crucial for the long-term success and profitability of a rental property. High-quality tenants will bring in more income, rent for longer terms, create a positive experience for customers, and take better care of the leased space. Landlords may need to consider spending additional […]

Navigating Shifting Tides The landscape of CRE has undergone significant transformations throughout the year. This CRE market update delves into key trends and insights to help industry professionals understand the current landscape and what to expect for the last quarter of 2023.   Overall Market Trends Lending Momentum: The market saw a 5% quarter-over-quarter decline […]

Washington D.C. Retail Market Report Market Overview The Washington D.C. retail market is showing signs of improvement as many submarkets in the suburbs are outperforming due to population and income gains. Available space is at seven-year lows, vacant space is at a three-year low, and leasing activity is only trailing pre-pandemic norms by about 5.0%. […]

San Jose, California Industrial Market Report Market Overview The expansion of Silicon Valley’s technology-driven economy is the driving force behind the industrial market in San Jose. This sector has experienced remarkable growth in the last three decades, leading to a heightened need for particular types of industrial properties. These include data centers and flexible facilities […]

The Resilient Pillar of Commercial Real Estate Only a few years ago, the news suggested that the grocery sector would be swallowed up by e-commerce, but that hasn’t happened yet. In fact, brick-and-mortar grocery stores are doing better than ever, thanks to the pandemic. And, despite today’s challenging market for deals and financing, grocery-anchored shopping […]