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Commercial real estate continues to show signs of growth and recovery, two years after the start of the pandemic. and according to Forbes, the market will "favor investors that move efficiently and practice extensive due diligence."

Here are the top seven trends to expect in 2022:

1. Significant capital and available debt will contribute to another year of growth
2. Secondary markets will outgrow the country's major cities.
3. The housing hot streak will (most likely) continue.
4. Offices will change, but they won't go away.
5. Real estate will welcome more quantitative firms with the intent to deploy AI and machine learning in their investments.
6. Proptechs got popular and it's time to address consolidation ideas - real estate and property technology companies raised more than $20 billion in 2021.
7. Construction costs will continue to rise, making existing assets more beneficial for investors.

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Green initiatives and health-focused offerings are increasingly prevalent in multifamily. Wellness features are becoming more and more attractive to tenants and potential tenants. Here are some of the trends that will likely stick around for a while.

Fitness amenities - bicycle infrastructure, fitness-focused social spaces, and more - are popular. Residential properties with these features are experiencing higher pricing premiums, below market turnover, and longer waiting lists.

Construction and development services are seeing a rise in requests for more than just a gym in the multifamily property. Yoga studios, meditation, massage, and more amenities are adding value more consistently.

Other trends include sourcing construction, decor, and other materials from sustainable vendors and products. Many companies are looking to set carbon emission reduction goals, procure more LEED certifications, and incorporate more natural elements into every facet of the property.

And, as a direct result of the pandemic, the physical health implications of the buildings people are living in have now also become a focus area for investors and developers looking to create more healthy living spaces in the future.

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