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Knowing what to expect when ordering an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey (ALTA Survey) helps commercial real estate (CRE) professionals plan more effectively for transactions, major renovations, and ground-up development. The two factors clients care about most are cost and turnaround time, which are directly tied to how complete the title information provided is and how the survey is produced.

A CMMS can only function as intended when populated with accurate, complete and consistent property-level data. Without that foundation, even the most advanced platform becomes difficult to use, unreliable and underutilized. Understanding what quality data looks like, why it is difficult to collect and how to approach asset data collection strategically is essential for FMs seeking real value from their CMMS investments. Read more on FMJ.com.

The affordable housing sector maintained a steady footing throughout 2025, supported by strong occupancy and continued rent growth in well-managed properties. Even as broader economic uncertainty persisted, affordable housing once again proved its resilience, reinforcing its reputation as a defensive asset class within commercial real estate.

Fannie Mae recently released updates to its Multifamily Property Condition Assessment (PCA) requirements that will have an immediate impact on how PCAs are reported. The revisions include updates to Form 4099- Instructions for Performing a Multifamily Property Condition Assessment, and Form 4099.G – Known Problematic Materials and Property Design Issues. Among the most notable changes are new requirements related to the remediation of aluminum wiring.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized stronger requirements about how lead dust hazards are identified and addressed in homes and child-occupied facilities built before 1978. The rule became effective in early 2025 and full compliance with key elements is required starting January 12, 2026.

When ordered together, an ALTA Survey and Zoning Report provides clarity, consistency, and peace of mind that no critical detail is overlooked. A unified approach not only saves time but also strengthens every decision you make about your property.

Technology is no longer a “nice to have” in commercial real estate. It’s a core part of how buildings operate, how tenants evaluate space, and how assets perform over time. Yet for many owners and investors, building technology remains one of the least understood components of a property. This is where Building Technology Assessments (BTAs) are gaining traction as a practical, proactive tool for owners and investors.

Across CRE stakeholders, the defining shift in 2026 is a move away from optimism-based planning toward evidence-based execution. Engineering, energy, and construction risk management are proactive tools that enable data-driven investment, lending, and asset management decisions.

Developed through a joint collaboration between the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS), the 2026 ALTA/NSPS Guidelines have been released and will take effect on February 23, 2026. This 11th edition includes eight sections and updates to Table A Optional Items. Most revisions focus on tightening and clarifying language and improving surveyors’ field procedures with minimal anticipated impact on project timelines or costs. Below are highlights of the changes most relevant to commercial real estate professionals.