CDC Commercial Inc

09/03/2026

Inflation, jobs, office vacancies, retail, regulation, litigation costs—and even a little math humor. This month’s blog takes a look at some of the numbers and trends shaping the economy and commercial real estate, with a particular focus on what’s happening in San Diego.

One number that caught my attention: San Diego’s office vacancy rate has climbed to 14%, the highest level since the Great Recession.

There’s plenty to think about—and hopefully a few things to make you smile along the way.

Read the full blog and let me know what catches your attention: https://cdccommercial.com/with-inflation-a-picture-is-now-worth-1500-words/

Explore inflation, jobs, office vacancies and rising costs shaping San Diego commercial real estate, including a 14% vacancy rate.

07/31/2026

What’s holding the commercial real estate market back right now? Is it interest rates, property values, or something else entirely?

In this month's article, we look at several economic trends shaping today's CRE market—from slowing consumer spending and rising business bankruptcies to shrinking labor force participation and the impact of borrowing costs. It all comes back to three key drivers: **Jobs, Rates, and Confidence.**

Do you think interest rates need to come down, or will property prices adjust first? Read the article, then share your thoughts in the comments. I'd love to hear your perspective.

https://cdccommercial.com/do-cap-rates-need-to-go-up-or-interest-rates-go-down/

Why do hot dogs come in a 10-pack and buns are in a package of eight? Before I answer that deeply philosophical question, I am going to tell you that recent data shows that consumers remain largely employed and continue to open their wallets, but consumer spending is slowing as higher prices dent po...

07/02/2026

🏢 Are we all running faster just to stay in the same place?

Today's commercial real estate market feels a lot like the "hummingbird economy"—constant motion, but little forward progress. So what should investors be doing right now?

Our latest blog explores today's market, why employment matters more than headlines, and why successful 1031 exchanges begin long before you sell.

👉 Read the full article and start planning ahead: https://cdccommercial.com/are-we-running-faster-to-stay-in-the-same-place/

Is today's CRE market frozen or adapting? Learn why early 1031 exchange planning, employment trends, and smart strategy matter more than ever.

06/05/2026

AI is reshaping jobs, education, and entire industries faster than most people realize.

But the biggest risk may not be job loss.

It may be people slowly outsourcing their thinking.

This article dives into AI, collapsing graduate placement rates, data center growth, and why human judgment still matters more than ever.

Plus there’s a funny short story about the world’s smartest AI exposing a guy for stealing lunches at work.

Read the full post here 👉 https://cdccommercial.com/when-ai-has-a-server-outage-my-perceived-iq-drops-by-30-points/

The Department head of a major University dropped their placement statistics for coding and computer science degrees like a bomb this past Wednesday.                 2023 – 89% placement rate within 6 months of graduation                 2024 – 67% placement rate  ...

04/02/2026

What’s really in the cards for Commercial Real Estate right now? 🃏

Think of the market like a deck of cards—every deal, every loan, every rate shift is another hand being played. The problem? The rules have changed.

Or maybe it’s more like the “cockroach” theory… 🪳
When seasoned leaders start hinting at risks (like private credit and rising debt pressure), you have to wonder—what’s hiding beneath the surface?

With interest rates jumping from ~4% to 6.5%, many properties are now facing the “big squeeze”—higher debt payments and lower values. That’s a tough hand to play.

The good news? Deals are still happening. Opportunities still exist. But strategy matters more than ever.

Read the full breakdown here: https://cdccommercial.com/whats-in-the-cards-ahead-for-commercial-real-estate/

Commercial Real Estate market outlook: Rising rates, debt pressure & hidden risks. Read the latest insights and see what it means for your property. Learn more.

03/02/2026

What if success is just a 40-year “overnight” story? 💡

While everyone assumes commercial real estate and restaurants are flush with cash, the reality is different: **San Diego restaurant profit margins averaged just 3–5% in 2025 (when they should be 10–30%)**. Add in underwhelming office leasing, rising retail availability, and a wildfire rebuild timeline measured in years—not months—and you start to see the real story behind the headlines.

As Captain Sully said, sometimes you make small deposits for decades before you can make one big withdrawal.

Curious what this means for your property, your tenants, and your strategy in 2026? Read the full breakdown and insights here 👇
https://cdccommercial.com/the-early-bird-may-get-the-worm-but-the-second-mouse-gets-the-cheese/

Resilience and long-term thinking drive success. Lessons from Captain Sully, San Diego CRE trends, restaurant margins, and LA fire rebuilding.

02/03/2026

David Letterman didn’t track how many shows he had left.
He stacked a cup for every show he’d already completed.

One cup. One finished job. Real proof of progress.

Most of us measure our lives by unfinished to-do lists. We focus on what’s missing instead of what’s been accomplished. And that subtle shift quietly drains motivation.

What if you flipped it?

Instead of obsessing over intentions, start stacking evidence of ex*****on.

Track what you’ve DONE. Build visible progress. Create momentum you can see.

Progress fuels confidence.
Completion builds discipline.
Action creates results.

Start stacking your cups. 🥤

David Letterman’s stack of cups reveals a powerful productivity lesson: track what you’ve DONE. Focus on completed work, measure progress, and build momentum.

01/09/2026

Despite the headlines, there’s more good news heading into 2026 than you might expect.

Consumers keep spending even as sentiment drops. AI investment is reshaping the economy. Commercial real estate is stabilizing—with income, not speculation, back in the driver’s seat.

But the most interesting takeaway? People are becoming less risky, more skeptical of digital noise, and more drawn to real human connection—echoed beautifully in the story of the artist behind Wall Street’s Charging Bull.

This piece blends economics, real estate, and a reminder that resilience and “good weirdness” still matter.

👉 Read the full story here: https://cdccommercial.com/2026-in-a-nutshell-82-7-of-all-statistics-are-made-up-on-the-spot/

12/03/2025

Uncertainty is everywhere right now—rising inflation, mixed economic signals, and what many are calling a “K-shaped economy.” But one thing hasn’t changed:

👉 Commercial real estate continues to be one of the most reliable paths to long-term wealth.

Don Zech shared a powerful reminder through the story of Herman Rangell—someone who bought land when others hesitated and created lasting value for generations. The lesson still holds:
Opportunities appear when confidence disappears.

And in today’s “trust recession,” having knowledgeable, trustworthy advisors matters more than ever.

Read my related blog post here: https://cdccommercial.com/happy-holidays-and-is-that-a-k-or-a-w-that-you-spell-that-recession-with/

If you’re unsure how the current economy is affecting your property value, cash flow, or future investment strategy, reach out to Nick Zech for a no-obligation property analysis. Smart decisions start with clear information.

Commercial real estate insights on inflation, the K-shaped economy, and why trusted relationships still drive long-term value. Learn why now is the time to buy CRE.

11/06/2025

From Thanksgiving traditions to modern market bubbles, this month’s post explores what it means to be resilient—in life, work, and the economy.

After losing my mother, I’ve been thinking about “bootstraps,” strength, and how even when the economy cracks, people find new ways to rise—like the surge in self-employment and gig work.

Dive into lessons on inflation, fair value, and the importance of hard assets in uncertain times—with a little humor from an unforgettable 87-year-old’s letter to her bank.

Read more ➡️ https://cdccommercial.com/banks-bubbles-and-old-birds/

A reflection on resilience, self-employment, and the economy—linking family lessons, inflation, and finding stability in uncertain times.