We’re experiencing an unusual moment for industrial real estate in the Denver metro area. Large-bay industrial users, those needing 50,000 SF and above, are navigating a market that looks very different from the one they operated in just a few years ago. Vacancy has climbed to 8.7%, the highest level in more than a decade, rent growth has slipped into negative territory, and the market is still working through a massive construction wave delivered between 2021 and 2023. Even with asking rents flattening, many businesses are still seeing their total occupancy costs rise due to higher property taxes, increasing insurance premiums, and escalating operating expenses.
If you’ve been leasing your commercial office, flex or industrial space for years, you’ve probably had this thought more than once: “Why am I still paying off someone else’s loan for their building?” And you’re not alone. Lately, we at Fountainhead Commercial have been working with a number of growing business owners who are ready to stop renting and start owning.
When tax law changes, so does the investment landscape—and the newly signed "Big Beautiful Bill" is a tectonic shift for commercial real estate investors.
Signed into law on July 4, 2025, this legislation revives and enhances a number of key tax incentives that had either sunsetted or been phased out in recent years. And the result? Immediate opportunities for CRE buyers to create value, particularly in sectors like net lease, industrial, and multifamily. Here’s a breakdown of why this is a moment that savvy investors should pay close attention to—and act on.
As we move toward 2025, the return of Donald J. Trump to the presidency brings questions about how his policies could influence the commercial real estate (CRE) market. While his first term provides insights, let’s focus on realistic projections and how investors can prepare for likely outcomes.
If Kamala Harris becomes POTUS and moves forward with her ill-conceived proposal to tax unrealized gains, it will be a disaster for the CRE industry. Wealthy investors, particularly those involved in commercial real estate, must be fully aware of the severe financial fallout that this reckless policy could unleash.
Investing in commercial real estate can be a risky but lucrative venture, offering substantial returns and long-term financial security. However, to truly maximize the return on investment (ROI), it’s crucial to employ strategic approaches that go beyond the basics.
