Why Commercial Real Estate Is Still a Smart Bet in 2026
Inflation is up, new development is down, and uncertainty isn’t going anywhere. Here’s why commercial real estate may be one of the smartest places to put your money to work in 2026.
Phoenix Commercial Real Estate 2026 Mid-Year Review
Market Snapshot This analysis compares Phoenix CoStar market data from May 2025 against the just-released June 2026 reports — a true year-over-year comparison rather than estimates. The headline finding across all four asset classes: vacancy improved, year-over-year, in every single sector. Phoenix has turned a corner. May 2025 CoStar Baseline Industrial vacancy 12.5% Up from […]
Arizona’s Growth Depends on Water, Power & Certainty
If you joined us for our Water, Power & Growth event in Chandler a couple weeks ago, thank you for being part of one of the most important conversations shaping Arizona’s future. A special thank you to Sarah Porter from the Kyl Center for Water Policy at Arizona State University, along with Maria Naff and […]
Data Center Dilemma
Top 5 Reasons For and Against the Push for Data Centers in Arizona Arizona is quickly becoming one of the hottest data center markets in the country. With AI expansion, cloud growth, and hyperscale demand surging, developers are racing to secure land across the Phoenix metro area and beyond. But is this boom all upside? […]
Projects We Are Watching
The Projects I’m Watching Closely I get asked all the time, “What’s actually happening out there?” Short answer? A lot. Long answer? The Valley is evolving in real time. Industrial expansion. Semiconductor investment. Mall redevelopments. Destination resorts. Major infrastructure plays. This isn’t hype! It’s capital that continues to move with conviction. At Solex CRE, we […]
What happens when a company drops $165 BILLION into the Phoenix economy?
That’s the question we’ll be answering in real time—because that’s exactly what TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) is doing right now. They’re not just building one plant. They’re building six new facilities plus a full research and development center, making this one of the largest private investments in U.S. history. And the ripple effects? Already massive. Current Impacts Jobs & […]
AI Is Haunting Real Estate But It Doesn’t Have to Scare You!
As AI continues to creep into every corner of the real estate world, one thing is clear: if a task is repetitive, AI is coming for it like a ghost in the night. 👻 But here’s the trick (and treat): This shift creates opportunity for agents ready to evolve – especially those ready to break into commercial. AI tools […]
The Great Boomer Exit: What Happens When Half of America’s Assets Change Hands?
During the next two decades we will experience the largest wealth transfer in history. Baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, currently own an outsized share of America’s economic engine, and their next move could reshape entire markets. The Numbers Are Staggering 50% of all commercial real estate in the U.S. is held by baby boomers. […]
Thinking of Selling Your Business?
I get asked all the time: “How do I know if my business is ready to sell?” The truth is, most owners aren’t sure. And that’s okay. Whether you’re actively planning to sell or just starting to toy with the idea, one thing holds true: the more intentional you are now, the better the payoff […]
Is It Time to Own Instead of Lease Your Commercial Space?
Might Be the Perfect Time to Buy Increased inventory and more flexible sellers have created an environment where business owners who have been leasing might want to seriously consider purchasing their own space. If your lease is coming up for renewal, this is the perfect time to evaluate whether owning your property is the smarter […]