2025 CRE Predictions: Taxes, Tariffs, and Trends to Watch – LONNIE HENDRY & KEVIN BASSETT, CPA

As we gear up for 2025, what should commercial real estate professionals expect from a new administration, shifting tax laws, and fluctuating interest rates? In this episode of Commercially Speaking, Bo and Timmy Barron welcome returning guests Lonnie Hendry of Trepp and Kevin Bassett, CPA, to provide expert insights on navigating the challenges and opportunities ahead.

From bonus depreciation and 1031 exchanges to the impact of tariffs and government office space, this episode is packed with actionable advice and predictions for the year to come.

Key Takeaways:

• The current tax landscape and what might change in 2026
• How interest rates affect CRE deals and when they might stabilize
• Opportunities in distressed multifamily markets in the Sunbelt
• The truth about tariffs and their impact on real estate and inflation

🎧 Don’t miss this must-hear discussion for CRE investors, brokers, and business owners. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube!

📒Show Notes📒

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

• Trepp Reports and Market Data: trepp.com
• TreppWire Podcast: A Commercial Real Estate Show https://www.trepp.com/the-treppwire-podcast
• Bassett & Associates CPA Services: bassetcpas.com

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Bo is a CCIM Instructor and the owner and operator of Barron Commercial Group servicing Western KY and it's surrounding markets. For all CRE inquiries visit http://www.barroncommercial.com

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