MORE TO EXPLORE
Commercial real estate special reports for powerful business research, trends, and extensive education and information on CRE markets, practices, industries and sectors
Become a GlobeSt influencer! Learn about our latest recognition opportunities highlighting the individuals, firms and teams changing the commercial real estate landscape.
Media & Resources

Paul Bubny is managing editor of Real Estate Forum and GlobeSt.com. He has been reporting on business since 1988 and on commercial real estate since 2007. He is based at ALM Real Estate Media Group's offices in New York City.
NEW YORK CITY—The deal values the Nets basketball franchise and Barclays Center, which also houses the Islanders hockey team, at a combined $1.7 billion including debt.
LONDON—The three-year extension to HSBC's existing global facilities management agreement marks the third multinational contract JLL has signed in the past two months.
WASHINGTON, DC—Long-term incentives measuring performance over a multi-year horizon are the vehicle of choice for most of the largest companies, FTI Consulting says in its latest study of REIT compensation.
WASHINGTON, DC—The National Association of Realtors' Lawrence Yun says new mortgage regulations may have caused the November decline, rather than "sudden withering demand."
OSLO—Day-to-day operations at the real estate platform of Norway's sovereign wealth fund have been run by Norges Bank Investment Management's deputy CEO since October 2014.
NEW YORK CITY—"Most investors have anticipated this, and have baked it into their strategies," Cushman & Wakefield's Steven Kohn tells GlobeSt.com. Hear from Kohn and other commercial real estate experts about what comes next.
OAKLAND, CA—The combined company, to be known as Colony Starwood Homes, is expected to own and manage over 30,000 homes and have an post-merger asset value of $7.7 billion.
PHOENIX and SAN FRANCISCO—With the transactions announced Friday, VEREIT will have sold nearly $415 million of Red Lobster properties and plans to sell another $600 million through the strategic partnership, says CEO Glenn Rufrano.
NEW YORK CITY—As the merger creating the largest office and industrial net lease REIT closes, Gramercy Property Trust has lined up a total of $2.25 billion in new financing.
TORONTO—The US$1.9-billion sale to a Blackstone fund comes on the heels of RioCan's acquisition of joint venture partner Kimco's interest in 22 Canadian shopping centers.

From Placer.ai
Which US metros are poised for major consumer growth? This report reveals the 5 markets to watch in 2026, using location analytics to uncover the unique trends driving retail and dining foot traffic in each city.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
A fragmented tech stack can cost CRE firms time and money. This guide helps you identify gaps in your current setup and find an integrated solution that streamlines your entire deal workflow and gives brokers back valuable time to close more deals.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
AI is reshaping property management. This guide provides a practical path for leaders to integrate AI, empowering teams, enhancing resident experiences, and scaling success across your portfolio without losing the essential human touch. Download your guide.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
AI promises to revolutionize real estate, but many firms are left disappointed. This guide reveals why your AI strategy might be failing and provides a clear roadmap to fix it, turning technology hype into tangible results.
Download Resource
From JLL Technology Solutions
Many CRE organizations rely on outdated maintenance approaches that drive up costs and downtime risk. This guide outlines how to replace traditional methods with predictive asset intelligence to anticipate failures and optimize operations.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
This 2026 multifamily report compiles insights from 700+ CRE professionals on the most consequential market trends shaping the sector today, including AI adoption, fraud prevention and their role in operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
Discover how NAA Click & Lease, trusted by over 37,000 properties, can transform your leasing process. This infographic details 10 key benefits, from automated legal compliance and seamless PMS integration to fully paperless operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
After a volatile 2025, the multifamily housing market is entering a year of transition. This outlook defines the key economic and market factors affecting the rental industry, from supply shifts to regional performance.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Return-to-office mandates have their limits. This report dives into the data to reveal how convenience-driven behaviors are truly impacting office recovery, and CRE professionals can best adapt.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
The PropTech market is full of noise and exaggerated claims in the AI era. This guide helps you cut through the hype, ask the right questions, and invest in solutions that truly deliver on their promises with a step-by-step approach.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
As consumers become more selective, which retail and dining brands are set to thrive in 2026? This report uses location analytics to identify 10 standout companies and the specific, data-backed strategies driving their momentum to help you inform your strategy.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Is "operational drag" from disconnected tools costing your brokerage? This audit reveals 8 hidden signs you're losing margin and provides a clear path to streamline your deal lifecycle from prospecting to close.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
Fraud and bad debt are rising threats for multifamily operators. With AI-powered schemes and economic instability, the risks are higher than ever. This research report from the NAA reveals how the industry is fighting back to protect its assets.
Download Resource
From Altus Group
In today's complex commercial real estate market, uncertainty creates significant risk. This guide provides a framework for trustworthy financial due diligence, helping you make better deal decisions, mitigate risks, and avoid costly mistakes.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Your listing emails are falling flat in crowded inboxes. This guide reveals 10 essential habits from top-performing brokers to help you create emails that cut through the noise, drive real engagement, and move deals forward faster.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Which US metros are poised for major consumer growth? This report reveals the 5 markets to watch in 2026, using location analytics to uncover the unique trends driving retail and dining foot traffic in each city.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
A fragmented tech stack can cost CRE firms time and money. This guide helps you identify gaps in your current setup and find an integrated solution that streamlines your entire deal workflow and gives brokers back valuable time to close more deals.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
AI is reshaping property management. This guide provides a practical path for leaders to integrate AI, empowering teams, enhancing resident experiences, and scaling success across your portfolio without losing the essential human touch. Download your guide.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
AI promises to revolutionize real estate, but many firms are left disappointed. This guide reveals why your AI strategy might be failing and provides a clear roadmap to fix it, turning technology hype into tangible results.
Download Resource
From JLL Technology Solutions
Many CRE organizations rely on outdated maintenance approaches that drive up costs and downtime risk. This guide outlines how to replace traditional methods with predictive asset intelligence to anticipate failures and optimize operations.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
This 2026 multifamily report compiles insights from 700+ CRE professionals on the most consequential market trends shaping the sector today, including AI adoption, fraud prevention and their role in operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
Discover how NAA Click & Lease, trusted by over 37,000 properties, can transform your leasing process. This infographic details 10 key benefits, from automated legal compliance and seamless PMS integration to fully paperless operations.
Download Resource
From National Apartment Association
After a volatile 2025, the multifamily housing market is entering a year of transition. This outlook defines the key economic and market factors affecting the rental industry, from supply shifts to regional performance.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Return-to-office mandates have their limits. This report dives into the data to reveal how convenience-driven behaviors are truly impacting office recovery, and CRE professionals can best adapt.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
The PropTech market is full of noise and exaggerated claims in the AI era. This guide helps you cut through the hype, ask the right questions, and invest in solutions that truly deliver on their promises with a step-by-step approach.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
As consumers become more selective, which retail and dining brands are set to thrive in 2026? This report uses location analytics to identify 10 standout companies and the specific, data-backed strategies driving their momentum to help you inform your strategy.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Is "operational drag" from disconnected tools costing your brokerage? This audit reveals 8 hidden signs you're losing margin and provides a clear path to streamline your deal lifecycle from prospecting to close.
Download Resource
From MRI Software
Fraud and bad debt are rising threats for multifamily operators. With AI-powered schemes and economic instability, the risks are higher than ever. This research report from the NAA reveals how the industry is fighting back to protect its assets.
Download Resource
From Altus Group
In today's complex commercial real estate market, uncertainty creates significant risk. This guide provides a framework for trustworthy financial due diligence, helping you make better deal decisions, mitigate risks, and avoid costly mistakes.
Download Resource
From Buildout, Inc.
Your listing emails are falling flat in crowded inboxes. This guide reveals 10 essential habits from top-performing brokers to help you create emails that cut through the noise, drive real engagement, and move deals forward faster.
Download Resource
From Placer.ai
Which US metros are poised for major consumer growth? This report reveals the 5 markets to watch in 2026, using location analytics to uncover the unique trends driving retail and dining foot traffic in each city.
Download Resource