Economy

Sales activity was, for the most part, lackluster in 2017. Pricing for most assets remained stubbornly high while, in other cases like retail, cost wasn't an issue for buyers. Yet there are signs these trends are shifting, positioning some assets for more activity in 2018.

With tax reform legislation now signed into law, Congress' long-promised tax overhaul appears to finally be coming to fruition. But what does that mean for commercial real estate investors? Marcus & Millichap's John Chang explains.

“Since home prices are rising faster than wages, salaries, and inflation, some areas could see potential home buyers compelled to look at renting.”

The reduced tax benefits of homeownership could be a boon for the apartment sector next year, at least on the rental side.

A roundup of the latest leases, sales and other transactions in the Northeast middle markets.

Balanced fundamentals and long-term secular trends should drive a steady performance.