Looking at latest data available, it has been projected that a staggering $4 trillion in loan maturities is set to come due in the next few years. This significant amount encompasses various types of real estate -mainly office buildings, hotels, and apartments. Given the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in 2023, it is speculated that community and regional banks will cease in lending on certain areas in the commercial real estate sector. With banks holding almost half of the maturing volume this correlated to an increase in distressed assets. The forthcoming wave of loan maturities poses a con ..read more

by Karl Finkelstein, MAI, MRICS, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development Over the past five years, short-term rentals have become an attractive investment thanks to the potential for greater cash flow. But they also bring new challenges for investors more familiar with traditional long-term rental properties, from fast turnover between guests to extra regulations. And the rise in interest rates has put pressure on cash flows for many owners. So much so that many experts are the bubble to burst. The concept has existed in a limited format for decades – with small local operations ..read more

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March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the often-overlooked ways women have impacted and contributed to the nation’s history. The 2024 Women’s History Month Theme is “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.” This month, the VWC encourages you to learn more about the vital contributions and achievements of women, both past and present, in shaping American history and culture. To that end, we will be sharing some resources to help you learn more. Milestones in Women’s History Check out this these inspirational or important moments in women’s history from every y ..read more

by Rachel L. Richardson Advancing the VWC A founder of and key contributor to the Valbridge Women’s Council (VWC), Ellen Gillette retired in October, leaving her role as USPS Contract Administrator with the Valbridge Property Advisors | Baltimore Washington Metro office. Because she’s played such an active role in the VWC, upon her retirement, the Women’s Council made a donation in Gillette’s honor to Comfort Cases, a nonprofit she supported through the VWC Community Involvement Committee. Donna Brooks, Office Manager/HR with the Baltimore office, recalls how Gillette was their first employ ..read more

Valbridge has been so fortunate to host exceptional students as interns over the past few years, and even more fortunate that many of them have chosen to launch their careers in commercial appraisal as full-time hires. Below are some testimonials from former interns who are now valued team members in Valbridge offices across the country. Tyler Gin: Orlando, FL Participating in the Valbridge Scholars Program was a game-changer for me. Learning under an experienced team in Florida, equipped with the latest technology and training, was a privilege that set the foundation for my career. My ..read more

Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE Interim Chief Executive Officer Valbridge Property Advisors   Charleston, SC – Valbridge Property Advisors, the nation’s largest independent commercial real estate appraisal firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE, as Interim Chief Executive Officer. With a distinguished career spanning over 35 years, Bishop brings a wealth of expertise in real estate appraisal, with a particular focus on litigation work. As the 2022 President of the Appraisal Institute, Bishop has demo ..read more

by Rachel L. Richardson Developing Professionals Committed to encouraging Team Blue’s professional development, the Valbridge Women’s Council (VWC) launched a public speaking class this fall. The first cohort involves eight members of the VWC, including two based in the Minneapolis-St. Paul office—Kylie Klehr, Senior Appraiser, and Molly Thompson, Production Manager. Klehr and Thompson share their experience with the class and how it is equipping them to share their skills and ideas in a clear and engaging way. For Klehr, also a member of the Future Leaders Alliance, this is an opportunity ..read more

Ryan Cloern Senior Managing Director Valbridge Property Advisors | Louisville | Cincinnati | Lexington In the ongoing struggle to address the pressing issue of affordable housing in the United States, the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program has become a vital tool. Enacted as part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, the LIHTC program is structured so that a public-private partnership is formed, leveraging the ingenuity and expertise of the private sector with resources from the public sector. The result is the development of thousands of quality affordable rental units aimed at r ..read more

by Rachel L. Richardson While economic uncertainty is a challenging backdrop against which to make an investment or alter your investment course, there are strategic moves investors can make to successfully navigate this environment. Because your own commercial real estate portfolio, risk tolerance, and goals should guide the strategy you ultimately employ, consult with your financial counselor and other commercial real estate professionals to help shape your investment plan. To give you confidence in making informed decisions about your commercial real estate investments, Valbridge Propert ..read more