January Conference 2023 - Recap

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The CRE Finance Council (CREFC) returned to Miami for its annual January conference, drawing a record attendance of approximately 2,300. Registrants heard the views from various commercial real state (CRE) finance experts, who discussed the macroeconomic environment’s impact on the industry, as well as potential opportunities. Many participants were seeking clarity and insights on the sector after a volatile 2022, where CRE securitization issuance was down 40% compared to 2021. Read the full piece.

Day 2 of the CREFC January conference opened with the Industry Leaders Roundtable, which has become a favorite over the years for its open and unrehearsed format. While the dialogue covered a broad range of topics, the session often reverted to discussions surrounding how to transact deals in the current market landscape owing to the uncertainty regarding interest rates and property values. It was noted several times during the session that it could take up to 12 months for visibility on these fronts to see transaction activity pick up. Read the full piece.

The final day of the CREFC January conference consisted of three panel discussions on multifamily and housing affordability, the future of office, and the What’s Left to Lend On? closing panel. The following includes highlights of these sessions... Read the full piece.

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