Investors have pulled back, resulting in the slowest Q1 since 2013. A wide bid-ask spread still exists, complicating transactions. The banking crisis during Q1 will likely weigh on investment sales activity in Q2 as lenders tighten their borrowing standards and bulk up their reserves. However, this fractured market creates intriguing acquisition targets across asset classes. Investors can find better quality or better-located assets at attractive pricing. Cap rates remain disparate and wider in some instances than they should be, offering opportunities for active buyers.

How Airbnb is Shaking Up West African Real Estate (and Why It’s a Game-Changer)
Airbnb is rapidly transforming the real estate market in West Africa, and it’s not just a passing trend. Cities like Accra, Lagos, and Dakar are seeing huge shifts thanks to the growing demand for short-term rentals. Property owners and investors are getting creative, turning traditional rentals into Airbnb-ready spaces to