by Jordan Lester | Aug 28, 2025 | Advisor Insights, News
After holding rates steady since late 2024, following a rapid increase that pushed the federal funds rate to 5.25–5.50%, markets now expect the Federal Reserve to cut rates at its September 16-17 meeting. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s recent comments at Jackson Hole,...
by Karli Schwab | Jul 24, 2025 | Advisor Insights, Blog, CRE Trends
The Spokane commercial real estate market saw a shift in momentum during Q2 2025. While national economic conditions showed signs of inflation and steady interest rates, Spokane experienced a softening across several CRE sectors. Even amid challenges, opportunities...
by Jordan Lester | Jul 23, 2025 | Advisor Insights, CRE Trends
The Spokane multifamily market is currently at a standstill due to a significant pricing gap between buyer and seller expectations. As of July 18, 2025, there were 81 multifamily properties (5+ units) on the market in Spokane County, but only 7 were under contract....
by Jordan Lester | Jun 11, 2025 | Advisor Insights, Blog
Multifamily property owners are facing one of the toughest insurance markets in decades. In many cases, insurance premiums have doubled or even tripled, driven by rising claims, increased natural disasters, and tighter underwriting standards. One of the most...
by Jordan Lester | May 14, 2025 | Advisor Insights, News
On May 7, 2025, Governor Bob Ferguson signed House Bill 1217, making Washington the third U.S. state to pass statewide rent control, following Oregon and California. The law took effect immediately and will shape how leases, pricing, and new development are handled...
by Jordan Lester | Mar 12, 2025 | Advisor Insights, Blog
Vacancy rates in Spokane County have been on the rise since Q1 2021, currently averaging 7.7%, a significant increase from the 3% seen in 2021. In my daily conversations with Spokane County multifamily owners, many are experiencing more and longer vacancies before...
