Mike and Marc just got back from the NAI Global Convention in Las Vegas, and this episode of In the CRE Vault is a recap of what they learned—and maybe a little of what happened after the sessions ended.

They dive into how being part of NAI Global gives them a unique perspective on the market. One thing they consistently see: trends that hit major markets often show up in smaller markets like Lincoln about six months later.

At the convention, Mike attended a standout medical office breakout session and shares key takeaways from that sector, while Marc spent time in the industrial sessions, where the big message was that vacancy rates may finally be stabilizing. Another topic that kept coming up? Data centers—and the massive demand being driven by artificial intelligence.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Vegas trip without a little fun. There may have been some craps played, some dancing, and plenty of conversations with brokers from across the country.

The episode also explores the growing role of AI in commercial real estate. With technology moving fast and no real “off switch,” Mike and Marc ask the question a lot of people are starting to wonder: Are we becoming too dependent on tech?

A little Vegas, a lot of CRE insight, and a few stories from the convention floor—this one’s a fun one.

Season 4 is officially underway!

After a short break, Mike and Marc are back in the studio to kick off the new season of In the CRE Vault. In this quick opener, they talk about where the commercial real estate market stands today and what to expect from the show moving forward.

The market has definitely slowed down a bit—thanks in part to a mix of macroeconomic factors—but it’s not all doom and gloom. Deals are still happening… they just require a little more creativity than they did a couple of years ago. We’re seeing more deals fall apart, more shorter-term leases, and plenty of folks “window shopping” before pulling the trigger.

The good news? Mike and Marc are back on a steady release schedule, bringing you more conversations, market insights, and stories from the trenches of commercial real estate.

Season 4 starts now. Let’s open the vault.

Ever heard your broker throw around the term cap rate and nodded along like you totally knew what it meant? Yeah… we’ve all been there.

In this classic episode from Season 1, Mike and Marc break down what a cap rate actually is (spoiler: it’s not a hat size) and why it matters more than your morning coffee when it comes to evaluating a commercial property.

We’re talking risk, returns, and all the fun math your high school algebra teacher promised you’d never use in real life.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just here for Mike’s dad jokes, this episode will leave you a little smarter — and a lot more entertained.

Put your calculator down (for now) and press play!