Blogs & Articles

Optimizing Cash Flow in Commercial Real Estate Investments

by Keith Thomas | May 20, 2025

Cash flow is the main driver in commercial real estate performance — it affects everything, from how assets are valued to how deals are financed, and ultimately, how portfolios grow over time. But even the best CRE properties can underdeliver without the right systems...

Maximizing Returns from Your Short-Term Rental Property Investment

by Keith Thomas | May 16, 2025

Short-term rentals (STRs) are no longer just a side hustle for individual hosts — commercial investors are buying entire buildings and running them like hotels. The explosive growth of platforms like Airbnb has made it easier to market, manage, and even scale STR...

Dallas-Fort Worth Commercial Real Estate: Q2 2025 Trends & Investment Outlook

by Keith Thomas | May 13, 2025

Introduction While broader economic conditions remain uncertain in Q2 2025 — with rising interest rates and tighter lending environments — the Dallas-Fort Worth CRE market continues to outperform many peer metros. Population growth combined with a wave of corporate...

Mid-2025 California Commercial Real Estate Market Outlook

by Keith Thomas | May 9, 2025

California’s overall real estate market has entered a new phase. Regulatory changes, inflation, and the fallout from recent wildfires have disrupted development timelines and increased costs. But it’s not all hopeless. There are bright spots in California real estate...

What Are the Current Interest Rates for Commercial Real Estate Loans in Chicago?

by Keith Thomas | May 6, 2025

Chicago commercial real estate loan rates affect every part of a CRE deal, from cash flow to final returns. Even a minor rate difference can add up to substantial costs over the life of a loan. This is why it’s important to understand not just borrowing costs, but...

Recourse vs. Non-Recourse Loan: Key Differences Explained

by Keith Thomas | Apr 29, 2025

Financing fuels the engine of the massive $27 trillion US commercial real estate market. These loans drive economic growth and shape the built environment, funding everything from office towers and logistics hubs to hospitals, housing, and retail centers. Not all...