Analysis

A lack of experienced workers and subcontractors is a significant barrier.

However, demand is shifting to urban areas in more affordable cities across the Midwest, South, and West.

Dayton, Huntsville, Colorado Springs, Omaha, and Des Moines are among the emerging hubs.

Even a partial return to the office could revive demand for retail in the urban core.

Corporate travel is moving more slowly and there is unlikely to be a "rubber band" back to pre-pandemic levels.

"This marks the start of a future for education and business that is more innovative and collaborative than ever before."

Here's what that could mean for CRE.

One category doing well is people looking for afternoon snacks.