Five of Yardi Matrix's top 30 markets are down in rent growth by 3% or more.

It has recovered jobs lost since the pandemic and 22.4% of the population is between 20 and 34 years old.

Shipping and freight insurance costs are rising significantly and US manufacturers are pivoting to be more local.

Cap rates averaged 6.9% at the end of Q4.

Specialty discount chains are like "retail therapy" for price-conscious shoppers.

It is adding more stores in Southern California and Phoenix and entering new cities such as Las Vegas.

Consumers' use and acceptance of self-serve functions is rising.

Next step: a new business plan and a reduction in CRE exposure