The same population migration trends that affect CRE demand also influence voting.

While inflation remains a concern, what really matters to CRE is the certainty that is emerging around rates.

One-third of homeowners are spending more than 30% of their income on housing costs.

Investors are returning to the US market as positive economic indicators emerge.

Rents in the sector grew 4.1% on steady demand and contraction in supply.

Some 80% of all transactions over $50 million have been concentrated in 25 markets.

Conditions are even tighter when California is removed from the equation.

Positive signs are emerging including a reversal of acquisition to refinance ratios on Fannie Mae loans.