Deep dives on appreciation trends, rent dynamics, and tactical tips for weighing renting versus buying in fast-moving markets.
CBRE’s Q2 2025 affordability study found median monthly ownership costs hit $4,643 versus $2,228 for rent, leaving just 12.7% of renters able to purchase today.
Read the source briefingNational net absorption outpaced new supply in almost every metro during Q2 2025 as average rents ticked up 1.2% year-over-year and vacancy retreated.
Read the source briefingIndustrial still leads but retail captured a larger share of the $46.7B closed through Q2 2025, with cap rates holding near 7.0% amid expectations for Fed cuts.
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