Bill Rapp, CRE BrokerCap Rate Expansion & Contraction Explained Simply If you invest in commercial real estate in Houston, Katy, Fulshear, or West Houston, you must understand one concept: Cap rate expansion and cap rate contraction directly determine your property value — even if your NOI never changes.
Bill Rapp, CRE BrokerMultifamily Investors Say It’s Go Time Multifamily investors are shifting decisively from caution to action as 2026 begins. After several years defined by rate volatility, frozen transaction volume, and “wait-and-see” underwriting, momentum is building across the apartment sector. According to insights shared by Marcus & Millichap’s John Chang following the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) conference, investor sentiment has turned from defensive to opportunistic.
Bill Rapp, CRE BrokerStealth Easing and Cap Rate Compression: Are We Headed Back to Cheap Money? In the world of commercial real estate (CRE), every investor watches interest rates like a hawk. But here’s a secret most overlook — liquidity injections, not just official rate cuts, often set the stage for the next market rally. That’s what’s happening right now through what many call “stealth easing.”
Bill Rapp, CRE BrokerCommercial Real Estate 101: What Beginners Must Know Getting started in commercial real estate (CRE) can feel overwhelming—but with the right foundation, beginners can quickly learn how to invest, lease, or develop properties that generate long-term wealth. Whether you’re a small business owner looking to buy office space, an investor seeking stable returns, or a developer exploring new opportunities, this guide breaks down the basics of commercial real estate.