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Brokers LightBox Major Transaction Tracker Report: Inside November’s CRE Deal Dynamics

LightBox Major Transaction Tracker Report: Inside November’s CRE Deal Dynamics

Despite Holiday and Shutdown, Steady November CRE Deal Flow Sets Up Strong Start to 2026 Deal momentum held up in...

Data Understanding Redevelopment Risk: A Parcel-Level View of Southern California’s Legacy Oil Fields

Understanding Redevelopment Risk: A Parcel-Level View of Southern California’s Legacy Oil Fields

Based on findings from Mapping Legacy Oil Wells: How Parcel-Level Intelligence Reveals Hidden Opportunities, authored by Richard W. White, Research...

Brokers LightBox Index Shows Softest Seasonal Dip in Years as CRE Positions for 2026 Rebound

LightBox Index Shows Softest Seasonal Dip in Years as CRE Positions for 2026 Rebound

The LightBox CRE Activity Index, an aggregate measure built on the foundation of 30,000+ real-time signals spanning appraisals, new listings,...

Brokers LightBox Major Transaction Tracker Report: Inside October’s CRE Deal Dynamics

LightBox Major Transaction Tracker Report: Inside October’s CRE Deal Dynamics

Mid-Cap CRE Deals Surge to Highest Level of 2025 October continued the healthy stream of CRE deals with $34.6 billion...

Brokers CRE Dealmaking Roars into Fall, Setting New 2025 Peak

CRE Dealmaking Roars into Fall, Setting New 2025 Peak

LightBox tracked nearly $27 billion in total CRE transactions in September, marking the busiest month of 2025. At the high...

Brokers CRE Deals Ease in August but Stay Ahead of 2025 Pace

CRE Deals Ease in August but Stay Ahead of 2025 Pace

CRE transactions cooled slightly in August following July’s record-setting pace, but activity remains well ahead of 2025 averages. According to...

Brokers LightBox CRE Monthly Transaction Tracker: Inside July’s CRE Deal Dynamics

LightBox CRE Monthly Transaction Tracker: Inside July’s CRE Deal Dynamics

A Mid-Cap Surge Keeps Markets in Motion July marked another active month for commercial real estate transactions, with total deal...

Government Navigating Zoning Pitfalls in §1031 Exchanges: A Guide for CRE Investors

Navigating Zoning Pitfalls in §1031 Exchanges: A Guide for CRE Investors

Section 1031 exchanges are a powerful tax deferral strategy for real estate investors, but one misstep in zoning can bring...

Data Land Strategy Is Shifting as Builder-Developers Rethink Site Selection

Land Strategy Is Shifting as Builder-Developers Rethink Site Selection

In 2025, builder-developers are confronting tighter margins, higher acquisition stakes, and new constraints in site feasibility. Construction input costs are...

Environmental Due Diligence Inside the Brownfield Redevelopment Lifecycle: A Data-Driven Approach for Environmental Consultants

Inside the Brownfield Redevelopment Lifecycle: A Data-Driven Approach for Environmental Consultants

Across the United States, there are more than 500,000 brownfields covering a vast footprint estimated at more than five million...

Appraisers LightBox CRE Survey Signals Investment Uptick in H2 as Pricing Gaps Narrows

LightBox CRE Survey Signals Investment Uptick in H2 as Pricing Gaps Narrows

According to the LightBox Mid-Year 2025 CRE Market Sentiment Survey, conducted mid-July, the industry is preparing for a busier second half with...

Brokers With August 1 Tariffs in Effect, Builders Navigate Cost Pressures and Cancellations

With August 1 Tariffs in Effect, Builders Navigate Cost Pressures and Cancellations

New tariffs took effect today, adding pricing uncertainty to an already fragile housing environment marked by rising cancellations and slower...