이번 주 초 CPI 보고서에서는 예상보다 높은 PPI에 이어 미국 인플레이션 압력이 올해 처음으로 하락한 것으로 나타났습니다.이는 소비자물가 압력을 완화하기 위한 연준의 지속적인 노력이 성과를 보이기 시작했음을 시사할 수 있습니다.하지만 아직 2% 까지는 갈 길이 멀지만, 아마도 연준은 인플레이션이 마침내 하락 국면에 접어들고 있는 것으로 보고 있을 수도 있습니다.필자의 견해로는 연준이 금리인하를 고려하는 데 필요한 신뢰를 얻기 위해 추가 경제지표가 필요할 것으로 보입니다.
오늘날의 장기간의 높은 금리는 경기 활동을 약화시키고 경기 침체의 위험을 초래하고 있습니다.상업용 부동산 업계에서는 이미 경기 침체에 빠져 있기 때문에 시간이 관건입니다. 올해 금리 인하 전망은 희미합니다.
이러한 지속적인 인플레이션은 특히 수조 달러의 부채가 만기되는 상업용 부동산 부문에 큰 어려움을 주고 있습니다.인플레이션 상승으로 차입 비용이 증가하고 현금 흐름이 감소하며 부동산 가치 평가에도 영향을 미쳤습니다.
부동산 소유주는 부채가 만기됨에 따라 훨씬 더 높은 금리로 리파이낸싱에 직면하게 되며, 이로 인해 부채 상환 비용이 증가하고 수익성이 저하됩니다.현금 흐름에 대한 이러한 부담은 비용 증가 및 수입 감소와 맞물려 악순환을 초래합니다.차입 비용이 상승함에 따라 부동산 가치 평가가 하락하고, 투자자들은 더 높은 수익을 요구하여 시장이 약화되고 있습니다.이러한 하락 추세는 금융 제약을 강화하여 채무 불이행 및 시장 불안정 위험을 초래하므로 즉각적인 주의가 필요한 상황입니다.
연준이 새로운 경제적 도전을 촉발하지 않으면서 대규모 붕괴 전에 우리를 이 소용돌이에서 벗어나게 할 수 있을까요?
앞으로 나아가려면 경제 데이터를 기반으로 한 통화정책 조정과 취약 부문을 지원하기 위한 보다 표적화된 재정 개입이 필요할 수 있습니다.
시장이 어디로 향하든 저는 앞으로 펼쳐질 기회에 대해 열광하고 있으며, 우리 팀은 도전에 대처할 만반의 준비를 갖추고 있습니다.
이 코멘트는 원래 에 실렸습니다. 그렉 프리드먼의 링크드인 페이지 이에 대한 응답으로 2024년 5월 19일에 글로브스트리트 기사 제목: 연준이 금리를 인상함에 따라 이러한 경기 침체 신호를 주시하십시오.
The commercial real estate industry has entered a transformative period defined by Chaos, Complexity, Complications and Creativity. The interplay of macro-economic pressures, financial challenges and anticipated policy changes from the new administration has created a volatile environment that demands adaptability and strategic thinking from stakeholders.
The chaos in CRE stems from structural shifts and economic headwinds reshaping the industry. Elevated interest rates have fundamentally altered investment returns, making debt more expensive and refinancing significantly harder. An ongoing "wall of debt maturities," totaling $3.6 trillion over the next 36 months, will force owners to manage or restructure obligations under far less favorable conditions than when loans were originated.
We are at historic levels of debt maturing as we are at the tail end of a wave of CRE loans maturing, many of which originated before 2022, particularly in 2014 and 2015, reflecting the prevalent 10-year loan terms of that period. To put this into context, the average interest rate on CRE loans originated in 2024 was roughly 6.2% versus the 4.3% rate on maturing mortgages—a nearly200-basis-point increase, according to S&P Global.
Meanwhile, the new administration's plans to cut costs and tighten immigration policies introduce uncertainty, complicating operational and labor-related decisions. While the immigration policy discussions may create short-term volatility, its impact on long-term CRE investments is expected to be minimal. These discussions serve as an "eye candy" distraction without substantial consequences for capital deployment or the asset class's attractiveness.
These factors foster a chaotic and volatile environment, disrupting traditional approaches to ownership, transactions and refinancing.
CRE investments are inherently complex, and the current chaotic market magnifies these challenges. Rising debt obligations now exceed asset performance, particularly as rent growth and NOI struggle to keep pace with increasing costs. Market stress varies across sectors, with some assets thriving while others falter under outdated financing terms and reduced liquidity.
The complications stemming from broken capital stacks and operational challenges are expected to peak this year. Higher interest rates and more conservative lending criteria make debt restructuring increasingly tricky. Insurance and heightened compliance costs exacerbate inefficiencies, further straining asset performance.
In this challenging environment, creativity is no longer optional but essential. Owners and investors must adopt innovative strategies to structure deals, recapitalize assets and maintain competitiveness.
Strategies like CPACE financing, which enhances building efficiency while addressing funding gaps, and EB-5 investments, which access foreign capital through immigrant investor programs, offer viable solutions. Preferred equity and mezzanine debt can fill capital stack gaps, while private credit provides customized financing arrangements tailored to asset-specific needs. Creative structuring, such as Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs), maximizes tax advantages and enhances cash flow predictability.
Tax considerations should also play a vital role in determining your investment strategies. Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) offer appealing solutions for 1031 exchange investors seeking tax deferral and portfolio diversification through high-quality assets.
Opportunity Zones remain one of the most significant tax benefits across the country while furthering the cause of urban redevelopment. These tax-advantaged instrument allows investors to reduce their tax burdens and extract more value from their CRE investments.
This year will be a watershed moment for commercial real-estate stakeholders. The erratic nature of the market means that financial tools must be intimately understood, and alternative approaches embraced. Success will come down to adaptability, innovation and a deep understanding of market dynamics. Although the headwinds will be persistent, this environment provides unique opportunities for those who are prepared to embrace the four Cs and help define a creative way forward.
The Peachtree Group team will share their insights into how the market is shaping up and how they plan to adapt their strategies to navigate Chaos, Complexity, Complications and Creativity. Each aims to overcome the headwinds and seize the opportunities presented in this transformative period for the commercial real estate industry.
The Peachtree Group team shares their insights into how the market is shaping up and how they plan to adapt their strategies to navigate Chaos, Complexity, Complications and Creativity. Each aims to overcome the headwinds and seize the opportunities presented in this transformative period for the commercial real estate industry. Read Peachtree's House Views Here.
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ATLANTA (Jan. 6, 2025) – Peachtree Group ("Peachtree") announced today that Josh Rubinger has joined as senior vice president of national accounts for its broker-dealer affiliate, Peachtree PC Investors("PPCI"). Rubinger’s role will focus on business development, overseeing relationships with broker-dealers and registered investment advisors (“RIAs”)and supporting the distribution of the firm’s investment offerings.
With more than two decades of experience in financial services and a proven track record of developing strong client relationships, Rubinger's leadership will further strengthen Peachtree's commitment to delivering tailored investment solutions through PPCI.
“This strategic hire underscores our focus on grow thand strengthening Peachtree’s position as a trusted partner within the investment community,” said Brian Cho, president of PPCI. “Josh's extensive experience and strong network of relationships with broker-dealers and RIAs position him as a key asset to our team. His expertise will be instrumental in shaping our selling group and broadening our market reach.”
Prior to joining PPCI, Rubinger served as senior vice president and head of national accounts for Ashford Securities, a broker-dealer wholly owned by Ashford Inc., an alternative asset management company specializing in the real estate and hospitality sectors.
Before Ashford, he served as senior vice president of national accounts for Lightstone Capital Markets, the capital markets division of The Lightstone Group. Rubinger also served as vice president and East Coast national accounts manager at Thompson National Properties LLC. Before entering the alternative investment space, he held roles with Oppenheimer Funds andColumbia Funds.
Rubinger holds a bachelor’s degree from Hamilton College and FINRA Series 7 and 63 securities licenses.
About Peachtree Group
Peachtree Group is a vertically integrated investment management firm specializing in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in dislocated markets, anchored by commercial real estate. Today, the company manages billions in capital across acquisitions, development and lending, augmented by services designed to protect, support and grow its investments. For more information, visit www.peachtreegroup.com.
The Outlook For Commercial Real Estate in 2025
Despite markets bracing for more deregulation under President-elect Donald Trump, Greg Friedman says higher interest rates will damage commercial real estate. He believes regional banks will stay conservative in a high-rate environment, which can squeeze the CRE market. However, Greg says his firm has seen success in multi-family and retail spaces.
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