Joel Ross

About The Author

Joel Ross began his career in Wall St as an investment banker in 1965, handling corporate advisory matters for a variety of clients. During the seventies he was CEO of North American operations for a UK based conglomerate, and sat on the parent company board. In 1981, he began his own firm handling leveraged buyouts, investment banking and real estate financing. In 1984 Ross began providing investment banking services and arranging financing for real estate transactions with his own firm, Ross Properties, Inc. In 1993 Ross and a partner, Lexington Mortgage, created the first Wall St hotel CMBS program in conjunction with Nomura. They went on to develop a similar CMBS program for another major Wall St investment bank and for five leading hotel companies. Lexington, in partnership with Mr. Ross established a hotel mortgage bank table funded by an investment bank, and making all CMBS hotel loans on their behalf. In 1999 he formed Citadel Realty Advisors as a successor to Ross Properties Corp., focusing on real estate investment banking in the US, UK and Paris. He has closed over $3.0 billion of financings for office, hotel, retail, land and multifamily projects. Ross is also a founder of Market Street Investors, a brownfield land development company, and has been involved in the acquisition of notes on defaulted loans and various REO assets in conjunction with several major investors. Ross was an adjunct professor in the graduate program at the NYU Hotel School. He is a member of Urban Land Institute and was a member of the leadership of his ULI council. In 1999, he conceived and co-authored with PricewaterhouseCoopers, the Hotel Mortgage Performance Report, a major study of hotel mortgage default rates.

Slower GDP Growth Is Not A Negative For CRE

January 14, 2019

Good and stable is better than fast growth, as it is sustainable for the longer term.
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The Fed And Where From Here

December 3, 2018

The next inflation issue is Amazon and Wal Mart. Economists calculate that Amazon may account for as much as one half point lower inflation.
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Will There Be A Recession in 2020, Or Not

November 26, 2018

If there is enough concern that the first scenario of a pending recession is believed by the Fed, then they will likely pause in March or June.
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Geopolitics And CRE

November 15, 2018

Emerging markets have two major problems which could create a world financial problem if not handled well.
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Stock Prices and CRE

October 29, 2018

The economy remains on a very strong track at 3.5% growth and consumer and business confidence are at or near historic highs, and unemployment is at a historic low
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The EU Could Become the Real Problem

October 16, 2018

All good things for CRE, but none are for sure. The political crisis in the EU could disrupt everything by early 2019.
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Good Economic News Becomes Bad

October 9, 2018

There is such a high level of uncertainty at the moment, that any forecast for a project needs a wide best and worst case scenario.
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The Beat Goes On

September 24, 2018

CRE should see a continuation of good times for at least the next year, and capital should remain available and reasonably priced.
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Forecasting In A World Of Black Swans

September 18, 2018

There are so many black swans circling now, that the level of certainty of any forecast is suspect, good or bad.
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Imminent Geopolitical Events And CRE

August 14, 2018

The US economy will come through this fine and once things settle down, the US economy will continue to grow.

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The Maintenance Fix You Need to Win Over Renters

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With both personal and property-provided smart devices becoming the norm in renters’ lives, integrating tech support can provide a surprising boost to your property management strategy. Discover how it can help attract renters in the digital age.

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Beyond Free Rent: Innovative Ways to Cure Occupancy Woes, Responsibly

From TheGuarantors

Discover sustainable solutions to boost occupancy without relying on rent concessions. Learn how to create diverse communities while maintaining financial stability.

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The State of Commercial Real Estate Property Management for 2024

From Building Engines

This report shines light on what CRE property teams are focusing on in 2024, including sustainability trends, tech investments, and future outlooks.

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The 2024 State of Real Estate Experience (REX)

From HqO

Recognizing the growing impact of real estate experience (REX) in creating better workplace experiences can ultimately contribute to the success of your properties. This eBook is your roadmap to understanding and navigating the exciting, yet complex, terrain of 2024.

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4 CRE Companies Mastering Property Management With Technology

From Building Engines

See how four commercial real estate (CRE) companies utilize technology to master work order management, unlock property management efficiency, improve tenant satisfaction, and much more. Download your eBook.

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How to Boost Multifamily Lease-Ups in 2024

From TheGuarantors

Discover strategies to navigate the challenges of the 2024 multifamily market surge. Gain insights from industry experts on accelerating lease-up velocity and stabilizing your new property faster.

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7 Need-to-Know Real Estate Experience Trends to Succeed in 2024

From HqO

Explore the transformative trends reshaping commercial real estate in 2024. From wellness initiatives to data-driven decisions, staying informed and ahead of the curve will become critical to drive continued success in the evolving landscape.

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CRE Retail Q4 2023 Quarterly Index

From Placer Labs Inc.

Dive into the comprehensive Q4 2023 Quarterly Index to discover how Fitness, Beauty, Discount Stores, Superstores, Groceries, and Dining sectors thrived during the all important holiday season, despite economic challenges.

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10 Top Brands to Watch in 2024

From Placer Labs Inc.

This report analyzes the latest location intelligence data to identify ten retail brands poised to succeed in 2024.

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The Ultimate Guide to Unlocking a Successful Lease-Up

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Are you ready for a successful lease-up? From marketing challenges to budget considerations, this guide equips you with proven strategies to execute a seamless lease-up plan.

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The Real Estate Leader's Quick Guide: Insights for Better Lease Administration

From LeaseAccelerator

Better decisions come from better data, insight and coordination. Download this guide for insights on how to optimize the lease administration process and recommendations for best practices to deliver increased ROI across the lease lifecycle.

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East Coast Migration Hubs: 4 States Attracting Domestic Relocators

From Placer Labs Inc.

What factors and states are driving domestic relocators on the east coast? How do these migration patterns impact your CRE strategy and decisions? This white paper analyzes location data in 4 states, and the emerging hubs in each, to shed insight on migration patterns trends shaping the eastern US.

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