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The CCIM Institute Blog
The CCIM Institute Blog features dealmaking, networking and technology news. We explore market trends, investment strategies, and expert insights into the commercial real estate industry. The stories we feature provide an informed look into the latest market strategies, best practices, and innovative ideas shaping the leaders in the field.
The blog is moderated by Hannah Donegan, Marketing Manager.
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Industry Insight: March 2026
For much of the past year, commercial real estate conversations have centered on cautious optimism. As 2026 unfolds, the more important question is whether that optimism is translating into measurable activity. Early data suggests that in several areas, it is...
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Industry Insight: February 2026
As 2026 takes off, commercial real estate professionals are moving beyond broad forecasts and into a more intentional phase of execution. Macro conditions remain mixed, but key trends are already influencing how to underwrite deals, evaluate markets, and...
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Industry Insight: December 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, commercial real estate is stepping into 2026 with cautious optimism. Pricing and lending conditions are still adjusting, but many leading indicators suggest a more stable environment ahead. This month’s outlook highlights the macro...
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Industry Insight: November 2025
Preparing for a Changing Market As we move toward the end of 2025, commercial real estate professionals are balancing optimism with caution. Capital markets remain fluid, property performance is uneven across sectors, and investor strategies are adapting to a...
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State of The Institute & Economic Update
Day Two of our 2025 Fall Forum began with a breakfast session full of updates about The CCIM Institute and the economy at large. The morning featured remarks from our 2025 Global President, Steve Rich, CCIM, followed by an insightful Economic Update from Steig...
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C5+CCIM SUMMIT: Conference Highlights
This September, The CCIM Institute co-presented the C5 + CCIM Global Summit, the premier commercial real estate conference bringing together leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the industry. Now in its fifth year, the summit has become a...
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Policy & Progress: Session Overview
At this year’s C5 Summit in Chicago, one of the most anticipated conversations centered on a critical theme: how legislation is reshaping commercial real estate. The session, Policy & Progress, brought together top advocacy voices to cut through the noise in...
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The CCIM Institute at ICSC Las Vegas
As ICSC Las Vegas began this week, the energy was electric with retail commercial real estate professionals from across the globe gathered to connect, collaborate, and close deals. The CCIM Institute was excited to return to ICSC this year, not only to connect...
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Why Commercial Real Estate Is a Smarter Bet in Today’s Volatile Market
By Steve Rich, 2025 CCIM Institute Global President In times of market uncertainty, smart investors don’t just brace for impact—they rethink their strategy. And right now, with persistent volatility shaking the stock market, commercial real estate (CRE) is...
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