Commercial Real Estate in 2025: Adaptation and Opportunity Ahead
February 2025
By
Matthew B. Levine

In the latest episode of Axiom Insights*, we dive deep into the evolving commercial real estate landscape with seasoned industry leaders John Kevill, Managing Principal at Solitude Cove Capital, and Jason Kramer, Managing Parter at Binswanger. Our discussion illuminates the significant transformations reshaping the sector, particularly in the wake of COVID-19's lasting impact on workplace dynamics.
Our conversation explores how companies are increasingly prioritizing quality over quantity in their office space decisions, reflecting a broader shift in Corporate Real Estate (CRE) strategy. Kevill and Kramer share their perspectives on regional market variations and examine crucial trends, from the ongoing flight to quality to the unexpected resilience displayed by brick-and-mortar retail locations.
What makes this episode particularly compelling is its balanced examination of both challenges and opportunities in the market. Kevill and Kramer offer nuanced insights into the struggles facing older office buildings and their owners, while highlighting emerging patterns that suggest potential opportunities on the horizon. Their analysis extends to recent political developments and emphasizes the crucial role advisors play in navigating the complexities of the current real estate environment.
💡 For anyone invested in the commercial real estate sector's trajectory, this episode provides valuable perspectives on where the CRE market stands and where it might be heading in 2025.
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Matthew B. Levine
Matthew B. Levine is the Managing Partner of Axiom Advice & Counsel, an AZ-based law firm, and focuses his practice on complex commercial real estate transactions, as well as related corporate, M&A, employment, and intellectual property matters for middle-market companies across diverse industries. His experience includes guiding clients through all stages of real estate transactions, from initial property acquisition and development to leasing, financing, and disposition.
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