Scaling Capital: Commercial Real Estate Intellegence

Scaling Capital, brought to you by Accrete Advisors, brings together owners, operators, developers, institutional partners, and professionals that play key roles in creating, capitalizing, and managing commercial real estate (CRE). Each episode dives into the forces shaping the CRE world — from market cycles and investment trends to the economic and geopolitical shifts that move the needle. Tune in for sharp insights, candid conversations, and real-world lessons from industry leaders who are defining what’s next in commercial real estate. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just CRE-curious, Scaling Capital connects the dots between strategy, opportunity, and innovation.

Scaling Capital: Commercial Real Estate Intellegence is a business podcast hosted by Accrete Advisors, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Accrete Advisors hosts Scaling Capital: Commercial Real Estate Intellegence, a business show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Richard Barkham on The Next Real Estate Cycle: Pricing, Distress and Opportunity, Part 2

  Sep 14, 202622 minS2

  After years of repricing, higher borrowing costs and uncertainty, commercial real estate may finally be reaching a more stable point. The question now is where investors should be looking for opportunities. This week Jennifer continues her conversation with economist Richard Barkham, shifting the focus to commercial real estate. They discuss where values stand today, the impact of higher interest rates and refinancing pressure, and why Richard believes we may be at the beginning of a new real estate cycle. From office and multifamily to retail, data centers, hospitality and life sciences, they also look at which sectors have the strongest fundamentals and where opportunities may be emerging for investors. In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Intro and Meet Richard Barkham 01:08 Commercial Real Estate Pricing and Refinancing Pressure 02:12 Have CRE Values Reached the Right Level? 04:30 Distress, Investment Activity and the Housing Market 07:25 Which CRE Sectors Have the Strongest Fundamentals? 08:48 Office, Industrial and Multifamily 11:33 Why Retail Fundamentals Stand Out 12:55 Data Centers, Power Demand and Energy Infrastructure 15:20 Self-Storage and Hospitality 18:10 The Life Sciences Recovery 20:06 Senior Living and the Aging Population Guest Bio: Richard Barkham is the former Global Chief Economist and Global Head of Research for CBRE and a specialist in macro and real estate economics. He is currently a Senior Fellow and Lecturer in Real Estate at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, a Professor of Practice at the University of North Carolina, an Honorary Professor at the Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction at University College London, and a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Follow Jennifer and Accrete Advisors on LinkedIn , visit our website , and subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of CRE. Keywords: commercial real estate, CRE outlook 2026, real estate investing, commercial real estate values, CRE distress, refinancing, cap rates, interest rates, office real estate, multifamily, industrial real estate, retail real estate, data centers, life sciences real estate, senior living

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  Episode #8

  Charles Haas on Why Global Investors Are Eyeing India & Southeast Asia CRE, Part 2

  Aug 21, 202618 minS2

  India is on every Japanese investor's lips. Australia's living sector is going from mom-and-pop to institutional at speed. And after two years of negative capital growth, Asia Pacific returns are firmly back in positive territory. In Part 2, Charlie Haas of ANREV breaks down where the next wave of opportunity is forming — and why local boots on the ground are non-negotiable. In part two, Jennifer continues her conversation with Charles Haas, Chief Executive of ANREV, diving into emerging market opportunities, return dynamics across Asia Pacific, and how ANREV's 60-plus annual events serve as a critical engine for market education, networking, and community building across the region. In this episode, we cover: India, Vietnam & Southeast Asia as the next frontier for Asia Pacific real estate investment Why local teams on the ground are non-negotiable for effective cross-border investing The barbell effect in capital raising: mega funds vs. local specialists — and who's winning Asia Pacific return dynamics: income stability, capital growth recovery, and what's driving performance by market Australia's living sector boom and Japan's cap rate environment in a rising rate world How ANREV's 60-plus annual events build the community, education, and networks that move capital If you're an institutional investor or fund manager trying to get ahead of where global capital is moving next in Asia Pacific, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Guest Bio: Charles (Charlie) Haas is the Chief Executive of ANREV, the Asian Association for Investors in Non-listed Real Estate Funds, a member-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting transparency, better data access, and best professional standards across Asia Pacific private real estate markets. Prior to ANREV, Charlie brought experience from both sides of the investment table, having worked with Atos Japan, Tokyo Fujisan Holdings Corporation, and the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS). He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of California, Davis. Connect with Charlie on LinkedIn Follow Jennifer and Accrete Advisors on LinkedIn , visit our website , and subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of CRE. Episode Breakdown [00:00:00] Welcome Back: Part 2 Intro & Charlie's Background [00:01:00] Emerging Markets: India, Vietnam & Southeast Asia on the Rise [05:00] Investing Cross-Border: The Case for Local Teams on the Ground [09:08] Asia Pacific Return Dynamics: Income Stability & Capital Growth Recovery [11:03] Australia's Living Sector: From Fragmented to Institutional [13:42] ANREV's 60+ Annual Events: Structure, Scale & Purpose [19:22] Closing: An Invitation to Tokyo's Annual Conference in October Stay tuned for our next guest on Scaling Capital!

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  Episode #7

  Charles Haas on Zero to $140B AUM: ANREV's Strategy for Asia Pacific, Part 1

  Aug 10, 202623 minS2

  Most institutional investors know their market inside and out, but what about the $140 billion in AUM tracked across Asia Pacific private real estate? Charlie Haas, CEO of ANREV, pulls back the curtain on the data, indices, and market intelligence that sophisticated global investors rely on to make decisions across one of the world's most complex and heterogeneous real estate landscapes. In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Charles Haas, Chief Executive of ANREV — the Asian Association for Investors in Non-listed Real Estate Funds — to explore how transparency, data, and benchmarking are shaping the future of private real estate investment across Asia Pacific. From the mechanics of global indices to where capital is actually flowing, this conversation is packed with intelligence for managers and investors navigating an increasingly global market. In this episode, we cover: ANREV's history, mission, and growth to 240 members and $140B AUM across Asia Pacific How managers and investors use ANREV's index suite for benchmarking and portfolio decisions 2025 capital raising data: where Asia Pacific stands vs. North America and Europe Top investor-preferred markets and the "beds & sheds" trend driving capital The rise of data centers as a major emerging sector in Asia Pacific real estate Demystifying China: the truth about capital repatriation and why Hong Kong is its own market If you're an institutional investor, fund manager, or CRE professional looking to understand where smart global capital is moving, and what the data actually says , this is a conversation you won't want to miss! Guest Bio: Charles (Charlie) Haas is the Chief Executive of ANREV, the Asian Association for Investors in Non-listed Real Estate Funds, a member-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting transparency, better data access, and best professional standards across Asia Pacific private real estate markets. Prior to ANREV, Charlie brought experience from both sides of the investment table, having worked with Atos Japan, Tokyo Fujisan Holdings Corporation, and the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS). He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of California, Davis. Connect with Charlie on LinkedIn Follow Jennifer and Accrete Advisors on LinkedIn , visit our website , and subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of CRE. Join us next week for Part Two with Charlie Haas, where we dive deeper into the evolving regulatory landscape across Asia Pacific, how ANREV is expanding into India, and what the data tells us about the next wave of opportunity in the region.

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  Episode #6

  Lauren O’Neil on How Institutional Investors Are Adapting to the New CRE Cycle, Part 2

  Aug 3, 202621 minS2

  AEW Capital Management, COO Lauren O’Neil: How are institutional investors driving returns in today’s higher-rate, more complex CRE environment? Welcome back to Bridging the Gap: Commercial Real Estate Intelligence , presented by Accrete Advisors . In Part Two, host Jennifer Robertson continues her conversation with Lauren O’Neill, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at AEW Capital Management, to explore how one of the world’s largest real estate investment managers is evolving its approach to yield, partnerships, and risk. From separate account strategies to development, debt, and today’s macro headwinds, this episode offers a deeper look at how institutional capital is adapting to a new cycle defined by higher interest rates, tighter margins, and greater operational discipline. In this episode, we cover: The role of separate account clients , which make up a significant portion of AEW’s business, and how mandates differ from commingled funds Why today’s environment requires a renewed focus on income durability and active asset management to drive returns How AEW evaluates and selects operating partners , with an emphasis on local expertise and execution AEW’s current stance on development and debt strategies , including where they are being selective and where opportunities still exist Key macro headwinds , including regulatory pressure, tax environments, and broader market uncertainty How AEW is rethinking hold periods , with more flexibility around 5–7 year exits versus traditional 10-year assumptions Lessons from recent cycles, including “sector tourists” and risks tied to COVID-era construction If you’re looking to understand how institutional investors are generating returns in today’s environment — and what’s changed from the last cycle — this is a conversation worth paying attention to. Missed Part One? Start there for AEW’s sector-level strategy, capital deployment, and where they’re finding opportunity in 2026. [HYPERLINK EP 1 LINK] Guest Bio: Lauren O’Neill is the Chief Operating Officer of AEW Capital Management and Managing Director of the firm. She oversees AEW’s day-to-day operations, working closely with Investor Relations, Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Lauren also plays a key role in developing and maintaining strategic relationships nationwide and is an active member of AEW’s Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the firm’s overall vision and direction. She also serves on AEW’s Risk Management Committee. Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn Follow Jennifer and Accrete Advisors on LinkedIn , visit our website , and subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of CRE.

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  Episode #5

  Lauren O’Neil on AEW’s 2026 Real Estate Outlook: Strategy, Sectors & Capital Deployment, Part 1

  Jul 27, 202620 minS2

  AEW Capital Management, COO Lauren O’Neil: How does a $85.9B global real estate investment manager think about risk, sectors, and where to deploy dry powder in 2026? Welcome back to Bridging the Gap: Commercial Real Estate Intelligence , presented by Accrete Advisors . This week, host Jennifer Robertson sits down with Lauren O’Neill, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at AEW Capital Management, to break down AEW’s strategies across the risk spectrum and what the firm is prioritizing as market conditions evolve. Together, they discuss how AEW is staying disciplined, underwriting deal-by-deal in micro-markets, and targeting opportunities tied to demographics, replacement cost, and long-term resilience. In this episode, we cover: How AEW is deploying capital across the risk spectrum, from core to opportunistic strategies Where the firm sees opportunity today — including senior housing, industrial, and retail stabilization The multifamily reset and how underwriting assumptions are evolving across key markets AEW’s current stance on office, including allocation, pricing, and what defines “investable” assets today Why a micro-market, deal-by-deal approach is critical in today’s environment If you’re thinking about where institutional capital is flowing — and how top-tier firms are underwriting risk in today’s environment — this is a conversation you’ll want to tune into! Guest bio: Lauren O’Neil is the Chief Operating Officer of AEW Capital Management and a Managing Director of the firm. Lauren has responsibility of AEW’s day-to-day operations, including working with the firm’s Investor Relations, Finance, Human Resources and Information Technology groups. In addition, she is responsible for developing, maintaining, and expanding key relationships for the firm nationwide. As a Managing Director, Lauren plays an integral part within the firm’s Senior Leadership Team, actively contributing to AEW’s overall strategic vision and direction. Lauren is a member of AEW's Risk Management Committee. Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn Follow Jennifer and Accrete Advisors on LinkedIn , visit our website , and subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the trends shaping the future of CRE. Join us next week for Part Two with Lauren, where we dive deeper into [insert] Episode Breakdown 00:00 Intro and Meet Lauren O’Neil 01:51 AEW Overview 03:12 Sectors In Focus 05:41 2026 Investing Playbook 07:35 Senior Housing Tailwinds 10:56 Retail Comeback Thesis 12:57 Multifamily Reset 15:02 Office Future And Pricing 17:55 Buy Box And Returns 20:11 Micro Market Mindset

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