Interest rates are still holding steady, underwriting remains conservative, and yet deals are still getting done in Eugene–Springfield. So what shifts in 2026 could change the cycle?

🎙️ EPISODE OVERVIEW

In this Multifamily Minute, René Nelson shares her outlook for 2026 across Eugene–Springfield multifamily and office markets. From Jerome Powell’s neutral rate stance to the possibility of a new Fed chair cutting rates, we break down what could trigger the next upswing.

René explains why buyers are underwriting strictly to in-place rents, why exit cap assumptions matter more than ever, and how significant cash reserves on the sidelines are quietly keeping transactions alive. We also cover office price per square foot declines, Airbnb regulation trends, and what today’s lending environment means for investors needing 35 to 40 percent down.

Whether you are an in-state owner, out-of-state investor, or simply watching the cycle, this episode offers a grounded look at what may define 2026.

🧠 WHAT WE COVER

⦿ Why underwriting is anchored to current income and conservative rent growth

⦿ How a potential Fed rate cut could shift buyer demand and capital flow

⦿ The role of cash buyers in keeping deals alive despite lending hurdles

⦿ Where cap rates sit today and why exit cap assumptions matter

⦿ Office price per square foot trends and hybrid work stabilization

⦿ Why out-of-state investors must understand University of Oregon supply and walkability

⦿ Current lender requirements, including 35 to 40 percent down payments

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