October 2025

Maximizing investment value in California’s commercial real estate market for 2025 is about more than identifying strong assets. It means using tax incentives, financing tools, and strategic timing to improve returns and protect capital. With the permanent reinstatement of 100 percent bonus depreciation, expanded Section 179 deductions, and new energy-efficiency programs, investors have a powerful

Key Takeaway: Southern California’s industrial warehouse market shows diverging trends—the Inland Empire offers affordable logistics space with 4.5% vacancy and warehouse leasing rates of $1.45–$1.60/sq ft, while Orange County commands premium NNN lease rates of $1.75–$2.10/sq ft with sub-3% availability in its supply-constrained market.   Southern California’s industrial real estate market continues to shift as

    Industrial and logistics real estate has become one of the most sought-after asset classes in commercial real estate. From e-commerce logistics to advanced manufacturing, demand for warehouse and distribution space continues to surge across Southern California. According to CBRE’s U.S. Industrial Figures Q2 2025, the industrial real estate sector has maintained historically low

A commercial lease is more than a legal formality — it’s a business strategy that defines financial predictability, flexibility, and long-term success. Yet, many tenants and landlords approach negotiations focused only on base rent, overlooking key elements like Common Area Maintenance (CAM), Tenant Improvements (TI), and Escalations, which significantly influence total occupancy costs. At KEYZ

Understanding your commercial lease economics begins with clarity. Every tenant should know how CAM (Common Area Maintenance), TI (Tenant Improvements), and Escalations influence total occupancy expenses and long-term financial planning. Core Terms That Define Your Lease Common Area Maintenance (CAM) Common Area Maintenance charges represent shared operating expenses across all tenants in a commercial property.

A Commercial Leasing Market in Motion Commercial real estate is entering a phase of strategic realignment.After several years of high interest rates, hybrid work adoption, and rapid market correction, 2025 marks a shift from recovery to repositioning. According to CBRE’s U.S. Real Estate Market Outlook 2025, national leasing volume is projected to grow by roughly

A Region in Transition Southern California’s commercial real estate (CRE) landscape is entering a new era of recalibration and opportunity.After several years of high interest rates, tightening capital markets, and shifting tenant behavior, 2026 marks a transition from recovery to re-alignment. From the Inland Empire’s industrial core to San Diego’s innovation corridor, every SoCal submarket