The Rate Cut That Isn’t Coming — And What It Means for Strip Center Owners in 2026
The April 29 FOMC vote was 8-4 — the most dissent since 1992. With oil above $100 and PCE inflation re-accelerating to 4.5%, the rate cut strip center owners have been waiting on may not come at all. Here’s what that means for your hold-vs-sell decision in San Antonio, Austin, and the Rio Grande Valley.
The Squeeze Becomes Structural — but Strip Centers Aren’t Buying It
Consumer sentiment hit a record low of 49.8 this week — the worst since 1952. Meanwhile, PECO reported record 37.9% inline rent spreads for Q1 2026. What the disconnect means for strip center owners in San Antonio, Austin, and the Rio Grande Valley.
The 7 Pillars of Successful Retail Property Ownership
Owning retail property isn’t about collecting rent — it’s about building long-term wealth. Ray Kang CCIM shares the 7 pillars every strip center and retail property owner must follow: from knowing your numbers and maintaining occupancy, to understanding your local market and planning your exit strategy.