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With DOGE updating figures weekly, the growing list of canceled leases shows the administration’s effort to reduce office space and jobs. While meant to cut costs, this downsizing adds uncertainty to an office market already dealing with high vacancies and falling demand.

Wall Street embraced AI—but will it work in real estate? Algorithms thrive in fast-moving markets, but property deals are a different beast. Find out why #CRE is proving to be AI’s toughest test yet.

🏢 Who really owns that building? It’s a simple question with a complicated answer—and for the commercial real estate industry, that complexity has long been the norm. We just published a new article by Caroline Stoll GM of Data and Analytics at LightBox that explores how convoluted ownership structures make it incredibly difficult to identify the real people behind commercial properties. This lack of transparency slows down deals, clouds risk assessments, and creates frustration across the board—from brokers hunting for off-market opportunities to underwriters and consultants navigating compliance and liability. In the piece, Caroline explains how LightBox built its True Owner℠ data set to cut through the noise, using advanced modeling and a rich mix of public and proprietary sources to surface real, decision-making contacts—not just legal entities. More transparency doesn’t just mean faster due diligence. It means smarter investing, better service, and a more efficient market. 📖 Read the full article: Seeing Beyond the Property: Why Ownership Clarity Is Now Central to CRE Due Diligence https://lnkd.in/gJTQQ7qm #CRE #Proptech #RealEstateTech #DueDiligence #LightBox #OffMarketDeals #CommercialRealEstate

New #tariffs have shaken global markets and hit real estate stocks, especially industrial and retail #REITs. While some portfolios show resilience, fears over trade slowdowns and consumer spending persist. Ongoing negotiations with Trump could make some tariffs temporary, but uncertainty remains high. #CRE https://lnkd.in/eRAR_TrM

Despite owning prime Class A offices in Manhattan and San Francisco, Paramount REIT continues to underperform. Investors are concerned after the company disclosed $4 million in undisclosed compensation to its CEO and his wife—raising new questions about executive pay and transparency.

🏢 Who really owns that building? It’s a simple question with a complicated answer—and for the commercial real estate industry, that complexity has long been the norm. We just published a new article by Caroline Stoll GM of Data and Analytics at LightBox that explores how convoluted ownership structures make it incredibly difficult to identify the real people behind commercial properties. This lack of transparency slows down deals, clouds risk assessments, and creates frustration across the board—from brokers hunting for off-market opportunities to underwriters and consultants navigating compliance and liability. In the piece, Caroline explains how LightBox built its True Owner℠ data set to cut through the noise, using advanced modeling and a rich mix of public and proprietary sources to surface real, decision-making contacts—not just legal entities. More transparency doesn’t just mean faster due diligence. It means smarter investing, better service, and a more efficient market. 📖 Read the full article: Uncovering True Property Ownership to Find Off-Market Opportunities https://lnkd.in/gJTQQ7qm #CRE #Proptech #OwnershipData #RealEstateTech #DueDiligence #LightBox #Propmodo #OffMarketDeals #CommercialRealEstate

SmartStop Self Storage raised $810M in a strong IPO despite heavy debt and no profit. With solid occupancy and over 200 facilities, it’s positioning itself as a tech-savvy #REIT, appealing to investors seeking growth in the #selfstorage sector.

Labor shortages and retirements are straining the facilities management industry, prompting a shift toward technology like digital twins. These tools preserve knowledge, boost efficiency, and may attract younger workers by highlighting the field’s role in sustainability and climate impact. We interviewed Rick Szcodronski, Head of Product at Willow about creating a visual representation of everything that happens in the building and how it is connected to everything else. #facilitiesmanagement #digitaltwin #AI #FM

Falling long-term bond yields, once a sign of rate-cut optimism, are now raising concerns as investors shift away from U.S. Treasuries. With the yield curve near inversion again, real estate watchers worry the drop signals economic trouble, not opportunity.

AI is already changing how top CRE firms underwrite, assess risk, and make decisions—faster and with more precision. The question isn’t if, but how you’ll use it to stay ahead. On April 29 at 1PM ET, we’re teaming up with Propmodo for a live webinar on how AI is being used right now by leading firms to spot trends, optimize portfolios, and streamline due diligence. We’ll walk through real-world examples and show what this shift actually looks like in practice. Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/gnjQqz4Z #AI #CRE #Proptech #InvestmentManagement #DialdAI