Overview of the Recent Federal Open Market Committee Meeting
The meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee on July 30 and 31, 2019, provided some valuable insights into the direction that the Federal Reserve will take in the next few months. One of the most important decisions that came out of this meeting was a 0.25 percent...
How Chinese Tariffs May Impact Commercial Real Estate in the U.S.
Recent trade negotiations between the United States and China have resulted in the raising of tariffs from 10 percent to 25 percent on many Chinese imports in May of 2019, which prompted fears in the construction industry that certain materials would increase steeply...
The 2019 Stock Market Forecast and Its Impact on CRE Lending
The connection between stock market performance and commercial real estate (CRE) prices is not always clear. In general, market analysts correlate instability in the stock market with a higher demand for real estate investments. This occurs because real estate is...
Benefits of Independent CRE Lenders
Independent commercial real estate (CRE) lenders offer some real benefits for business owners looking for greater flexibility in their financing arrangements. Understanding the positive aspects of working with CRE lenders can ensure the best outcomes for your real...
