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Income growth struggles to keep pace with rising home prices
July 7, 2021
The prices of homes in the US have been increasing at great rates, currently at the “fastest rate on record.” While it is concerning for the average homebuyer that prices are ...
Alabama’s new home sales hit record high in December
January 28, 2021
December marked 17 consecutive months of year-over-year increases in new home sales in the state.
Christopher Lee Returns to ACREcom to Discuss Future-Proofing Your Company for Success
January 19, 2021
Christopher Lee, president and CEO of CEL & Associates, will be speaking at the 21st annual commercial real estate conference (ACREcom) on February 26, 2021.
What lies ahead for the housing market in 2021?
December 17, 2020
Index values rise in November for most commercial property types
December 8, 2020
Industrial and manufactured home parks are the best-performing property types since the beginning of the pandemic.
Economy shows signs of recovery but challenges lie ahead
December 3, 2020
The housing sector rebounded somewhat quickly from lows seen earlier in the year, but the overall economy is recovering at a slower pace.
November 2020 Residential Real Estate Webinar
November 19, 2020
Alabama Center for Real Estate Research Coordinator Stuart Norton shares data and insights on the Alabama residential real estate market for transactions closed in October 2020.
October 2020 Residential Real Estate Webinar
October 22, 2020
Alabama Center for Real Estate Data Analytics Coordinator Stuart Norton shares data and insights on the Alabama residential real estate market for transactions closed in September 2020.
The housing quartile not doing so well during COVID-19
July 13, 2020
The conditions for the 25% quartile struggling to make rent and mortgage payments are not making their way into the housing headlines and are being overlooked by the homebuilding industry and ...
Residential markets in twelve of the 50 largest US metros show signs of recovery
July 10, 2020
Twelve of the fifty largest metropolitan areas in the United States have reached the January recovery baseline according to the Realtor.com
July 1, 2020 AI Answers podcast
July 1, 2020
Listen to ACRE Director of Research KC Conway on the Appraisal Institutte's AI Answers podcast.
Translating it to Alabama
The Counselors of Real Estate release "2020-21 Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate"
June 30, 2020
The list is comprised from an annual study conducted among the Counselors’ members and is intended to bring attention to the trends and burgeoning issues most impacting the commercial real estate ...
Adults living with a parent or grandparent hits an all-time high
June 12, 2020
According to recent data from the U.S Census Bureau, the number of adults living with a parent or grandparent hit 32 million in April, a record high.
A preview of May 2020 sales activity in select Alabama markets
June 9, 2020
This article provides a preview of closed sales activity during May 2020, which provides limited insight regarding the impact of the pandemic to residential sales activity.
A summary of residential market indicators for the week ending May 29, 2020
June 2, 2020
Residential markets nationwide and in Alabama faced inventory shortages for several years before the pandemic, and one of the more notable outcomes thus far is the effect on residential listings. ...
New home sales rise unexpectedly in April 2020
May 28, 2020
New home sales represent a significant portion of all residential sales nationwide, usually around 10-12%.
Housing starts decline in all four regions during April 2020
May 26, 2020
Economic data from April 2020 showed a quick decline in overall business activity across the nation.
Looking Up & Forward
World Police & Fire Games 2025 in Birmingham
May 22, 2020
The plethora of “worst-ever” economic reports during this COVID-19 outbreak has overshadowed some Look Up & Forward economic news for the Alabama economy.
Realtor.com releases updated economic and housing forecast
May 19, 2020
Danielle Hale, chief economist for Realtor.com, recently released a revised economic and housing forecast.
Your Guide to a Winning Strategic Sales and Marketing Plan
May 15, 2020
When followed, sales and marketing plans have proven to be a valuable lighthouse in an ocean of possibilities.
Valuing CRE during a period of “Material Change”
May 15, 2020
While valuation uncertainty rises during peaks and troughs to market cycles, lenders and investors still struggle to define the new normal and determine where it is safe to re-enter the market ...
National Perspective: The Pandemic’s Impact to Residential Real Estate
May 14, 2020
During the NAR Virtual REALTORS® Legislative Meetings held May 11 - 15, 2020, Dr. Lawrence Yun, chief economist for NAR, analyzed the impact of the coronavirus pandemic to residential markets in the ...
Auto manufacturers restart their engines
May 11, 2020
As Alabama and other states reopen their economies in a measured fashion to balance the public health risks with the fiscal risks, a key industry sector to monitor is automobile sales ...
Record job losses highlight pandemic's economic toll
May 8, 2020
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Total Nonfarm Payroll Employment fell by 20.5 million jobs in April and the unemployment rate rose to 14.7%.
Mortgage applications rise as rates hit historic lows
May 7, 2020
Buyers are incentivized by historically low rates, but finding (and financing) that new house has become somewhat more challenging in the COVID era.
What Is Connecting Businesses and Real Estate Before and During COVID-19?
May 5, 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak came during our most technologically advanced age; however, there are some decades old infrastructure items that are keeping us connected today - and vital to our reconnection post ...
Pandemic Insurance
May 1, 2020
Pandemic insurance has become more top-of-mind as states begin to reopen and assess the damage to businesses and commercial real estate.
New listings decline further while home sales prices remain stable
April 30, 2020
Even as residential markets are in “peak season,” historically speaking, new listings are becoming even more scarce as some potential sellers decide to wait out the pandemic.
Wednesday Insights
April 29, 2020
April 29, 2020
While we shelter in place, who's still working?
April 27, 2020
A disproportionate amount of COVID-19 coverage globally has been – and continues to be – dedicated to “what’s not working.” This article’s focus is pivoting to “who’s still working.”
Real Estate Matters Podcast
The impact of COVID-19 on the rural land industry
April 23, 2020
Interest in rural land, and the resulting lifestyle, has risen since mid-March as many find fresh air and space more appealing now than ever before.
Existing home sales post a surprising gain in March 2020, but the real wildcard is April and May
April 21, 2020
While sales are currently up 7.1% year-to-date, they are likely to moderate amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Changes appearing in the process of residential home sales
April 20, 2020
The impact of COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold and changes emerge in home showing preferences, mortgage lending requirements and appraisal protocol.
A review of March 2020 home builder sentiment and mortgage application data
April 17, 2020
The housing-related data this week doused cold water on March’s hopes by the housing industry that record low interest rates and Realtors pivoting to virtual home tours would mitigate COVID-19 damage ...
APPRAISAL INSTITUTE WEBINAR
Valuation Impacts of COVID-19
April 17, 2020
Featuring nationally recognized commercial real estate experts who addressed changing market conditions during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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CCIM Institute's 2020 Economic Update for Commercial Real Estate Professionals
April 17, 2020
Townhall discussion on what to expect as we come out of the pandemic and begin to get back to business not-so-usual.
real estate matters podcast
COVID-19's Impact on Student Housing
April 16, 2020
There was some concern at the beginning of the pandemic that student housing could be the first domino to fall, given the swift closure of colleges across the nation.
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IREM Region 5 Webinar: Navigating COVID-19
April 16, 2020
The IREM Region 5 leadership participated in a panel discussion on the impact of coronavirus on the property management industy on April 16, 2020.
New residential listings decline sharply even as spring buying season begins
April 13, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has slowed listings during this otherwise busy time as they decreased 19% month-over-month.
Real Estate Matters Podcast
Considerations for commercial tenant rent during COVID-19 with David Skinner
April 9, 2020
Because of the economic slowdown, some tenants are asking for rent concessions due to the shutdown, and that raises a few questions. An ideal solution will work out best for both ...
Five pieces to the appraisal puzzle during COVID-19
April 8, 2020
Although the guidelines that U.S. financial institutions must adhere to for “Federally Related Transactions” are now a decade old, they are still the road map for appraisers when performing an appraisal ...
The Paycheck Protection Program
April 6, 2020
If your company is facing outstanding expenses as a result of COVID-19, assistance is available through the Payroll Protection Program (the “PPP”) recently passed by Congress and signed into law by President ...
Economic Rulers and Benchmarks Made Obsolete by COVID-19
April 3, 2020
The BLS Jobs report of -700k for March doesn’t measure up to the jobless claims, airline passengers or drop in oil demand measures.
A look beneath the surface of the first month of COVID-19 economic data
April 3, 2020
A review of economic data featuring ISM manufacturing data, ADP Private Payrolls data with another record Jobless Claims report double that of last week’s record, and March’s auto sales.
Why delay your rent, when the government may pay it?
April 1, 2020
For most commercial tenants, having the federal government pay the rent is a better option than asking landlord to delay the rent.
12 years later: how the coronavirus housing market differs from the Great Recession
March 31, 2020
A recap of Alabama’s residential markets in the lead-up to the Great Recession (2001-2007) and the six years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CCIM webinar
Coronavirus and CRE: Government Finance Interventions
March 27, 2020
K.C. Conway discusses the pros, cons, and considerations for industry professionals regarding the Federal Reserve's recent interventions to stimulate the economy, the FDIC's loan modification guidance to banks, the new loan ...
How COVID-19 May Impact your Office’s Real Estate Decisions
March 27, 2020
While office tenants are generally able to operate from home, this has added plenty of strain for many operations that are not adjusted to a work-from-home model and have critical business ...
Federal Relief Plan Clears Senate as Unemployment Claims Rise
March 27, 2020
Congress took historic action Wednesday by passing $2 trillion in virus relief while initial jobless claims reached a seasonally adjusted rate of 3.28 million for the week ending March 21, 2020. ...
NAIOP webinar
NAIOP COVID-19: Impacts on Appraisals and Building Management Webinar
March 26, 2020
NAIOP is offering a webinar series on the topics on everyone’s mind related to the COVID-19 public health crisis and our industry.
Stimulus, Stocks & the Alabama Housing Market
March 26, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has brought quick and drastic changes to our daily lives and routines.
CCIM WEBINAR
The Impact of Coronavirus on the Industry
March 25, 2020
K.C. Conway shares helpful insights and tips for commercial real estate professionals to navigate the ever-changing environment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Nation waits on Congress
Fed and other agencies step up
March 24, 2020
The Federal Reserve along with many other government agencies, housing authorities, industry associations, corporations, and small businesses are literally throwing everything they have to prevent a depression.
Fast and Furious
March 20, 2020
The big takeaway from this week is that unimaginable stimulus is coming in probably 2-3 waves that is going to target workers first, cities and states second to shore up unemployment ...
Home is still a good place to be for COVID-19 isolation and investment
March 19, 2020
ACRE has been communicating with home builders since the onset of this outbreak in February at both the state and national levels to assess how early spring traffic and sales are ...
CCIM Institute Commercial Investment Real Estate Podcast
Coronavirus and Its Impact on Commercial Real Estate
March 18, 2020
K.C. Conway discusses the pandemic, how CRE practitioners can weather the storm, and how to future-proof new investments on the CCIM Institute Commercial Investment Real Estate podcast
Green Street CPPI Increases 0.3% in February 2020
March 6, 2020
According to the Green Street commercial property price index, manufactured home parks and industrial properties had the strongest price growth over the last 12 months.
Federal Reserve Cuts Rate in Reaction to Spread of Coronavirus
March 4, 2020
On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, the yield on the 10-year treasury dropped below 1% for the first time in history.
Wednesday Insights
February 12, 2020
February 12, 2020
Green Street Commercial Property Price Index Rises in October 2019
December 9, 2019
The Green Street Commercial Property Price Index gained 0.5% month-over-month in October.
June Jobs Perspectives
June 7, 2019
Just when things were going so well the first four months of 2019, the Vroom economy has had to pull off the race track for a refueling pit stop.
Long May You Run: An Essential Commercial Real Estate Tuneup
April 2, 2019
Commercial Real Estate Finance Disruption: Déjà Vu or Something New?
October 23, 2018
Adaptive Reuse: Turning Blight into Bright
August 9, 2018
Amazon HQ2: A Reset Button for Site Selection
February 16, 2018
