The Equity Strategist

Richard Flahive, Private Wealth Advisor and Director of Research & Planning at Hightower Westchester and Robert Withers, President & CEO of M1 Capital Corp discuss the current state of commercial real estate. Topics include: trends, investments, financing, the rental market, impact of “Work From Home”, etc. Blog by Robert Withers

COVID-19’s impact on the local and national commercial real estate markets decreased the relevance of CRE assets. Many assets simply don’t “work” in today’s post-pandemic environment. That doesn’t mean, however, that there isn’t a “life after death” for these locations. They can hold much purpose if you’re an owner or developer who’s thinking outside the…

The past year has been a very turbulent time for commercial property owners. Many lenders are suspending activity or taking very conservative views on ongoing business leaving some investors in a panic, not knowing what their best path will be forward. “While some financial institutions have curtailed loans, revised their parameters or removed certain lending…

COVID-19’s impact on the real estate market has been in a constant state of flux.  With renters falling short in payments, many are curious to see how this impacts the lending market. Not every crisis or impact may be as bad as you imagine, there is opportunity!  Certain industries and lenders are seeing booms in…

COVID-19 is heavily impacting the way financing projects are closed these days, especially if projects involve any construction.  Working with the right expertise can help you avoid pitfalls. Learn more about how projects are making it through successfully. M1 Capital Corp in White Plains, NY is here to help you understand the impacts of COVID-19…

As an owner, investor, or potential buyer of commercial real estate during COVID-19, we are sure you have weathered many challenges. Commercial real estate is struggling since many office spaces, restaurants, stores, and bars have been forced to close or seen reduced business due to COVID-19. This means that if you own or plan to…

Are you planning to sell your real estate and wondering how you will fare during COVID-19? Many areas are seeing falling prices, which may have some sellers worried. However, other areas are experiencing surprises as the pandemic continues to impact everyone’s major life plans. You may be selling a commercial property and wondering what uses…