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Adapting Real Estate Investments to Mitigate Market Uncertainty

Real estate investors opt for stable assets in Trump's second term, favoring multifamily and mixed-use deals.

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eal estate investors are adjusting to the uncertain market landscape under President Donald Trump's second term, according to a report by Agora, a real estate investment management platform. The 2025 Real Estate Market Sentiment Report found that nearly half of surveyed firms have altered their investment strategies due to market volatility.

    Of those changing plans, 49% shifted into new asset classes and 48% targeted new regions. Meanwhile, about 44% of firms paused or reduced acquisitions, while 26% opted for smaller deals. Investors are also prioritizing stable assets that generate income, with over half planning to focus on multifamily investments and 33% targeting mixed-use properties.

    While most investors remain active in the market, they're taking a cautious approach. About 48% of investor groups are focusing on distressed or undervalued assets, while only 25% describe their investment attitude as aggressive. Concerns about market volatility have also made it harder to raise capital, with 76% of investors expressing concern and 58% saying the market has worsened.

    As a result, companies are providing more detailed updates to investors, including performance metrics, forecasts, and risk assessments. In response, 38% of respondents send weekly updates, while 28% report monthly, and only 15% update investors as needed.

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