CRE Distress Rises to $94.2B in Q2

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US home insurers last year suffered their worst underwriting loss this century link

• Home insurers in the US faced a $15.2 billion net underwriting loss last year, the worst since at least 2000. This significant loss was more than double the previous year's losses, highlighting severe financial strain on the industry.

• Population growth in high-risk areas and inflation are driving up insurance costs. States like California and Texas, which saw substantial population increases, are particularly impacted by rising construction costs and increased demand for coverage.

• Regulatory constraints are complicating the situation for insurers. In states like California, pricing approvals are delayed, preventing insurers from quickly adjusting rates to match rising costs, unlike in the UK where insurers can reprice more rapidly.

CRE Distress Rises to $94.2B in Q2 link

• Total U.S. commercial property distress has reached $94.2 billion in Q2 2024, a $2 billion increase from the previous quarter. This highlights ongoing financial challenges in the commercial real estate sector.

• The quarter saw $10.6 billion of new distress, while $8.6 billion was resolved, indicating a net growth in distress levels. This net addition is lower than the $10 billion seen in the same period last year.

• Offices and apartments were the primary contributors to the new distress, reflecting sector-specific vulnerabilities. The data underscores continued volatility in these market segments.

Revisiting Apartment Market Forecasts to See Where They Stand Mid Year link

• Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Chicago are outperforming national rent growth norms due to strong demand and limited supply pipelines. These markets are thriving as of June 2024.

• San Jose and Washington, DC have seen surprising rent growth, with Washington, DC ranking #2 nationally. San Jose's growth is linked to AI-driven tech improvements and job growth.

• Los Angeles and Portland face deman

  d challenges, with high turnover and sluggish economic growth. Portland experienced a job loss of -0.8%, while Los Angeles had a 52% turnover rate for expiring leases in June 2024.

Younger Americans Leading Suburbs Momentum in South link

• Millennials, especially those in their parenting stage, are driving the move to the suburbs, seeking larger homes and outdoor spaces. This demographic trend is reshaping suburban real estate markets in southern states.

• Texas, along with other southern states, is seeing significant representation in this suburban migration. These areas offer more affordable living and desirable amenities compared to major cities.

• The trend highlights a broader shift in lifestyle preferences, with younger Americans prioritizing quality of life aspects such as community, safety, and space. This movement is expected to continue influencing real estate development and market dynamics in the South.

Small towns desperate for workers Link

• Public-sector workers in small towns tend to be older, making it hard to replace them as they retire. The challenge is exacerbated by younger workers avoiding these positions.

• Many small towns are unable to offer competitive salaries, leading to disbanded services and multitasking employees. Some towns even resort to rehiring retired workers to fill gaps.

• About two-thirds of Texas cities with populations between 3,000 and 5,000 lack a finance director. Nearly all cities with under 3,000 people face the same issue, according to the Texas Municipal League.

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