Did the Fed Rate Cut Backfire?

This week the team considers whether the Fed’s jumbo rate cut last month now seems ill-advised in the context of fresh inflation data that was warmer than expected and the September jobs report that showed a surge in job growth.  This episode is chock full including LightBox data analysis assessing Hurricane Milton’s landfall with structures at risk; CRE appraisal trends for Q3; office leasing comps, and sales comps with one that sounds like ‘music’ to our ears.   Plus, a deep dive into post-storm impact related to hazardous substances and contamination, emphasizing the need to assess these risks. Listen to the end for a clue about an immersive Times Square experience that’s coming.02:58 Federal Reserve's Rate Decisions and Market Reactions06:11 Impact of Natural Disasters on Real Estate09:07 Environmental Risks and Post-Hurricane Assessments11:48 Office Leasing Activity17:59 Emerging Trends in Environmental Due Diligence20:45 Appraisal Index and Market Snapshots27:02 Sales Trends and Market DynamicsSend us Fan Mailwww.lightboxre.com