A variety of topics were discussed about recent real estate trends and transactions within their respective real estate business niches with mention of construction costs remaining high and a somewhat surprising lack of large industrial space availability. Opportunity Zones continue to a part of the conversation. Both the benefits and safeguards of Opportunity Zones were discussed by nearly every attendee in some capacity. 29 new connections were established amongst the guests during their roundtable discussions – one of the key benefits of becoming a REAL Professional member.