July 18, 2025 | Ray A. Smith and Haley Zimmerman Many younger professionals are finding luck launching careers in second-tier cities like Raleigh, Milwaukee and Birmingham, a new analysis shows.…
As the commercial real estate industry continues to evolve, so do the expectations of hiring managers. In 2025, it’s no longer enough to list job responsibilities and company names. Employers…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uh1cIseIu5Y&list=PPSV Hosted by Seth Katz, the Forecast in 5 features brief interviews with executives representing a number of industries where we make an effort to better understand their roles and…
June, 2025 | Justin Lahart and Te-Ping Chen Slow hiring is especially daunting for those just starting out; ‘Right now, I’m pretending employment doesn’t exist’ The U.S. labor market is…
As more candidates explore careers in commercial real estate (CRE), many ask what they should realistically expect as they step into analyst roles. Understanding how to prepare, where to look,…
By: Diane Blake Yes, the typos in the title of this article were on purpose and I bet it caught your attention. Wouldn’t seeing these mistakes on a “thank you”…
By Kent Elliott, Principal at RETS Associates With continued volatility in the capital markets, investors are becoming increasingly cautious, prioritizing stability and downside protection above all. With continued volatility in the…
In today's competitive commercial real estate (CRE) job market, it's crucial to make a strong first impression with your resume. Recruiters often spend just six seconds skimming through each application,…
Respondents Rank Compensation Highest, Want New Jobs; Industry Still Values Experience October 2021 RETS Associates recently conducted our tenth annual CRE financial analyst survey. The questionnaire, which has averaged over…
Market size, demographics, and candidate 'stickiness' are key factors in building an effective team in the current market. By Kent Elliott Shifting demographics and migration patterns are driving demand for multifamily housing…