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Post-Migration Realities: What the New Demographic Map Means for CRE
Apr 15, 2026
A shifting U.S. population trend is reshaping commercial real estate strategy, as the once‑dominant Sun Belt migration surge normalizes and growth disperses across a wider set of markets. By analyzing new Census data, moving patterns, and sector‑specific implications, Coldwell Banker Commercial explains why CRE investors must look beyond headline migration stories and focus on long‑term economic durability, job creation, and the evolving definition of a “growth market.”
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Market Tales: Phoenix, AZ
Apr 14, 2026
In this episode, Cathy Fox shares her journey from residential to commercial real estate, insights into the Phoenix market, and tips for women breaking into the industry. Discover strategies for success, market trends, and how to leverage mentorship and networking.
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Thought Leadership
Is CRE Quietly Entering Its Next Transaction Cycle?
Apr 8, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial reviews early signals suggesting the commercial real estate market may be entering a new phase, highlighting a sharp rebound in the LightBox CRE Activity Index, rising listings, stronger underwriting activity, and stabilizing lending conditions. By examining pricing data, sector‑level performance, and shifting investor participation, the piece explains how transaction momentum is gradually rebuilding—and why the next stage of the CRE cycle is likely to be more selective, fundamentals‑driven, and uneven across property types and markets.
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In Case You Missed It: March 2026 Recap
Apr 7, 2026
In this ICYMI we share highlights from the 2026 CBC Global Conference in Kansas City, a breakdown of the newly launched Brand Claims and what the number one rankings across CRE decision-makers mean for your business, and an overview of the Spring Trend Report on Triple Net Leasing.
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Thought Leadership
Understanding 1031 Exchanges: A Strategic Guide for Today’s CRE Investor
Apr 2, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial sits down with 1031 Specialists co‑founder and Qualified Intermediary Aaron Kancevicius, to explore expert insights into executing compliant, tax‑deferred 1031 exchanges. Covering IRS deadlines, the critical role of QIs, like‑kind flexibility and strategic options such as DSTs, the feature equips investors and CRE professionals with the knowledge needed to maximize tax deferral, avoid common pitfalls and structure successful exchange transactions in today’s evolving market.
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Net Lease No Longer Domain of Private Investors; Institutional Investors Embrace Asset Class
Apr 1, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial explores why institutional capital is returning to private real estate with renewed selectivity and how net lease has emerged as a top target for investors seeking durable income, inflation‑protected cash flow and credit‑backed stability. It breaks down the structural tailwinds—from onshoring to sale‑leaseback demand—driving institutional interest in net lease, and explains why this asset class offers a compelling intersection of private credit and hard‑asset value in today’s more discerning real estate cycle.
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Thought Leadership
Leading With Curiosity: How Saadia Sheikh Is Shaping the Future of Commercial Real Estate
Mar 27, 2026
This special Women of Coldwell Banker Commercial podcast episode featuring global CRE leader Saadia Sheikh, exploring her career journey from industrial brokerage to CEO of Powersense and youngest female Global President of SIOR. The feature spotlights how curiosity, collaborative leadership, and strategic advisory excellence are reshaping modern commercial real estate, offering insights into the future of CRE, women in leadership, and the evolving brokerage value model.
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trendsThe Trend Report: Triple Net Leasing - Nice and Easy?
Mar 16, 2026The Coldwell Banker Commercial trend report examines the key trends shaping triple‑net (NNN) investing, including evolving lease structures, tenant credit...
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trendsActivity is Up — but Transaction Volume Not So Much
Jan 12, 2026The Coldwell Banker Commercial 2026 Outlook Report show that despite rising investor and user interest, commercial real estate transactions remain...
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trendsThe Trend Report: Land - The Unsung Resource
Oct 21, 2025Coldwell Banker Commercial explores why land is emerging as a top commercial real estate investment, driven by Baby Boomer retirements,...
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Listen and learn from the Coldwell Banker Commercial brand on this commercial real estate focused podcast.
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Apr 14, 2026Market Tales: Phoenix, AZ
In this episode, Cathy Fox shares her journey from residential to commercial real estate, insights into the Phoenix market, and tips for women breaking into the industry. Discover strategies for success, market trends, and how...
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Apr 7, 2026In Case You Missed It: March 2026 Recap
In this ICYMI we share highlights from the 2026 CBC Global Conference in Kansas City, a breakdown of the newly launched Brand Claims and what the number one rankings across CRE decision-makers mean for your...
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Mar 24, 2026Conversations with Dan: Exploring the Intricacies of 1031 Exchanges with Aaron Konsavichus
In this episode, Dan Spiegel and Aaron Konsavichus explore the intricacies of 1031 exchanges, a powerful tool for real estate investors to defer taxes, enhance returns, and grow their portfolios. They discuss the process, timing,...
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