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Insights and guides about commercial real estate financing, market trends, and industry best practices.

Office Lending in 2025:  Selective, Structured, but Still Standing

Office Lending in 2025: Selective, Structured, but Still Standing

Wondering if office is still a smart investment? Explore 2025 lending trends, what office types are financeable, and how the capital stack has evolved.

Transforming In-House Debt Sourcing with Lev

Transforming In-House Debt Sourcing with Lev

Greenleaf Management modernized its in-house debt sourcing using Lev’s intelligent capital markets platform—boosting efficiency, lender engagement, and team scalability

How MH Estates and Lev Automated Real Estate Deal Sourcing

How MH Estates and Lev Automated Real Estate Deal Sourcing

MH Estates Capital Partners transformed their real estate financing process by partnering with Lev's AI platform to automate deal packaging, build direct lender relationships, and scale transactions efficiently.

How Devnull closes retail deals faster on Lev

How Devnull closes retail deals faster on Lev

Devnull, LLC and its affiliates are real estate investment companies with properties in New York City, New Jersey, and Central Florida, focusing on mixed-use and commercial developments.

10 New Towers Coming to the Miami Skyline

10 New Towers Coming to the Miami Skyline

Miami’s skyline is changing again. Here are 10 new towers being developed in one of the fastest growing cities in the US: Miami, Florida.

3 Key Factors in Stabilized vs. Value-Add Deals

3 Key Factors in Stabilized vs. Value-Add Deals

Learn the risk and return potential of stabilized vs value-add assets. Here are 3 metrics to help you analyze commercial real estate deals.

5 Cities Embracing the Shift Toward Live-Work-Play Developments

5 Cities Embracing the Shift Toward Live-Work-Play Developments

These five cities are ahead of the curve with many new live-work-play mixed-use developments popping up fast. Read more here.

6 Coworking Membership Clubs That Are Changing the Game

6 Coworking Membership Clubs That Are Changing the Game

The recent increase in remote workers has created a market for social workspaces. Here are the top 6 coworking membership clubs in 2022.

7 NYC-Based CRE Investors and Developers to Watch in 2022

7 NYC-Based CRE Investors and Developers to Watch in 2022

Do you know the who’s who in New York City’s commercial real estate industry? Here are the 7 CRE investors you need to know in 2022.

How Does the 80-20 Rule Apply to Real Estate Investing?

How Does the 80-20 Rule Apply to Real Estate Investing?

80% of real estate deals are closed by 20% of the real estate teams. Use the 80-20 rule to learn how to use your resources efficiently.

What Is an Absolute Net Lease? Reading the Fine Print

What Is an Absolute Net Lease? Reading the Fine Print

An absolute net lease is a type of commercial lease in which the tenant is responsible for all property costs, including major repairs.

What is Accounting Rate of Return in Commercial Real Estate?

What is Accounting Rate of Return in Commercial Real Estate?

Accounting rate of return is a formula that determines the percentage rate of return on an asset or investment, compared to its initial cost.