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Breaking through market uncertainty: Navigating the nuances of seniors housing investment

The seniors housing sector has stepped into the spotlight. After a contraction during the pandemic, the investment market is enjoying a surge in activity. Demand for seniors housing acquisitions has returned, communities are trading, cap rates are compressing and investors are increasing allocations. For the first quarter of 2025, seniors housing reported the highest NCREIF return by property type, outpacing other traditional real estate classes by nearly 60 basis points (full index reported a total return of 1.29% for the first quarter of 2025.)

How office-to-multifamily conversions help solve the affordable housing crisis

The nation’s severe housing crisis has sent nearly every multifamily real estate developer on a journey to find creative solutions for increasing affordable housing inventory. As the entire real estate industry thinks outside the box, office building conversions have emerged as one of the most logical ways to create more affordable housing supply in the most impactful locations. But logical doesn’t mean simple — or inexpensive.

Tariff turmoil: The bumpy road ahead for manufacturers

Tariffs have hit the manufacturing sector more directly than many other industries, as manufacturing leaders face the weakening economy and an increase in direct costs. To mitigate the impact of these challenges, it’s important to understand both the macroeconomic factors at play and the positioning of an individual business — since sectors, supply chains, and demand for products are never one-size-fits-all.

Tariff challenges: Navigating cash flow pressure in uncertain times

The current U.S. tariff environment has left many middle market business leaders holding their breath, waiting to see how the next round of duties will impact their bottom line. With costs rising and margins compressing, cash flow management has become a top priority.

Tariff challenges: Pricing scenarios that turn volatility into opportunity

Middle market finance leaders are rapidly adapting to shifting U.S. tariff policies that are disrupting critical parts of their business. In fact, according to KeyBank’s recent survey of middle market businesses conducted in May 2025, 58% ranked managing tariff impacts as a high priority when asked how they’re navigating current economic policies.

Timing the exit process in the sale of a business

Considering selling your business? Preparation and timing are key factors in achieving maximum valuation and helping minimize surprises. Experts across financial, academic and business fields agree that it is futile to try to time the market when making individual investment decisions. However, when contemplating the sale of a business, there are various internal and external considerations about timing the exit process that can help improve the chances of a successful outcome.