NAIOP Podcast: Inside CRE
Inside CRE features interviews with commercial real estate leaders who share industry and career insights. NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, is the development industry’s leading source for education, advocacy and connections that drive your business forward. Inside CRE is brought to you by CLA.
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NAIOP Podcast: Inside CRE
Special Episode: Policy, Politics and Progress in 2025 and Beyond
On this final episode of 2025, NAIOP’s Senior Vice President for Government Affairs Aquiles Suarez joins the podcast to break down a historic year for commercial real estate policy. From the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – securing permanent tax provisions like 100% bonus depreciation and the 20% pass-through deduction – to emerging priorities such as adaptive reuse and energy infrastructure, Suarez shares insights on what these wins mean for long-term stability and CRE investment. He also looks ahead to 2026, discussing the political dynamics shaping future legislation and why educating lawmakers remains a critical challenge. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2025.
