Global Office Trends, Market Dynamics, and Investment Opportunities in CRE
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Steve Hamoen

Global Office Trends, Market Dynamics, and Investment Opportunities in CRE

E220 • Aug 18, 2025 • 14 mins

In this episode, Steve Hamoen provides an introduction and overview of commercial real estate in Europe, setting the context for insights from industry experts on the impact on mortgage brokers. The discussion moves to sector performance and return-to-office trends in major cities, with a specific focus on how office leases are affecting related industries in NYC. Steve analyzes office building sales and market performance in the US, highlighting areas of distress and potential investment opportunities. He also examines office market trends in Canada, offering cross-border perspectives, before turning attention to Florida's commercial real estate market dynamics. The episode wraps up with Steve's closing remarks and appreciation for the listeners.

Key Points

  • Commercial real estate values in the United Kingdom saw marginal growth in the second quarter of 2025, with office values rising by 0.8 percent.
  • New York City's return-to-office trend is reshaping the commercial real estate landscape, with more employees now working in offices than in July 2019.
  • Significant commercial real estate transactions in Florida, including multifamily units and industrial land, highlight the dynamic nature of the market and abundant investment opportunities.
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