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HVS Reflections on the 2010 Hunter Hotel Conference (Read article)

As the economy slowly revives, demand, average rates, and property values of U.S. hotels are poised for a recovery. But it will take longer for transactions and new builds to return in force.

May 18, 2010 By Michael E. Brophy and Janet L. Snyder

Hotel lending remains slow - Bigger loans stall but smaller loans pick-up slightly (Read article)

HVS conducted a confidential survey of approximately 800 lenders from around the world to gather their input about the current conditions of lending in the hospitality sector.

Apr 9, 2010 By Jimmy J Bae and Hans Detlefsen

How Convention Centers Influence Hotel Markets (Read article)

HVS recommends using regression models to measure the impacts of convention centers on their surrounding hotel markets.

Jan 29, 2010 By Thomas A Hazinski

Inside the Valuation of the Yellowstone Club  (Download file)

In 2009, HVS provided valuation and expert testimony for the Yellowstone Club in US Court. The appraisal of the private club, resort and master planned community, financed by Credit Suisse, shares insights into causes of the global financial crisis.

Nov 20, 2009 By Darius M Hatami

Hotel Capitalization Rates on the Rise (Download file)

With limited recent sales and survey data upon which to rely, capitalization and discount rates can be developed based on the current cost of capital. Suzanne Mellen, MAI outlines the approach.

Jul 30, 2009 By Suzanne R Mellen

Hotel Loans Coming Due During Distressed Times (Read article)

This article outlines a series of possible options owners may consider if their hotel loans are scheduled to mature during these distressed times.

Jan 14, 2009 By Hans Detlefsen and Emil Iskandar

Financing Hotels with Tax-Exempt Bonds: What is a 63-20 Corporation? (Read article)

This article discusses the potential benefits and risks associated with using a so-called “63-20” corporation to finance hotels with tax-exempt bonds.

Nov 25, 2008 By Hans Detlefsen

What Hotel Stakeholders Need to Know about the Other Side of the Financial Meltdown (Read article)

The lending climate in the U.S. will remain tough as we head into 2009, but certain opportunities lie in wait.

Nov 21, 2008 By Russell S. Rivard

The HVS Employment-Hotel Growth Index: A New Tool for Projecting Hotel Room Night Demand (Read article)

By use of a revolutionary index, we demonstrate what employment trends in a given market mean for area hotels, providing stakeholders with a more accurate forecast of future demand.

Aug 6, 2008 By David P. Fuller and Gregg Otten & Caitlin McKenna

HVS Market Intelligence Report: San Antonio, Texas (Read article)

Texas’ second-largest city is experiencing growth never before seen in its long and storied history.

Jun 14, 2008 By Shannon L. Sampson

HVS Market Intelligence Report: Reno, Nevada (Read article)

New hotel, retail, recreation, and business developments are making “America’s Adventure Place” more welcoming than ever.

Jun 8, 2008 By Desiree M. Flanary

The Need for More Branded Hotels in Panama City Beach, Florida (Read article)

Apart from the legions of Spring Breakers for which it is famed, Panama City Beach is receiving a diversity of travelers from other sectors. As the city prepares for record visitation, how can the lodging landscape transform to capture the demand?

May 23, 2008 By Kaoru Chikushi

Guadalajara — Preparing for the Future (Read article)

The popularity of Guadalajara has surged in recent years, attracting new businesses, residents, and developments that are positioning the city as a world-class business and travel destination.

May 16, 2008 By Luigi Major

Investment in Mexico (Read article)

Foreign investment in Mexican real estate is on the rise, and many favorable factors conspire to keep this trend moving forward.

Apr 13, 2008 By Richard J. Katzman and Jane L. Rogers

HVS Market Intelligence Report: Balancing Boston’s Lodging Market (Read article)

Hotel supply and customer demand are coming to an accord in key Boston districts, signaling a steady pace for the area’s lodging market in 2008.

Mar 2, 2008 By Brian F. Bisema

Why New Restaurants Fail (Read article)

The high failure rate of new restaurants can be attributed in part to a lack of understanding of the restaurant's market. This article addresses the need for a market study prior to the commitment of a major investment in a new restaurant.

Feb 4, 2008 By Richard D. Williams

HVS Market Intelligence Report: Kansas City (Read article)

Development activity and increased visitation converge to quicken the pulse of this heartland city.

Jan 27, 2008 By Daniel P. McCoy

Economy Hotel Development Trends in Mainland China (Read article)

Since the first opened in 1997, economy hotels in mainland China have spread far and wide, filling a need for millions of business and leisure patrons seeking a convenient, economical, and increasingly comfortable place to rest.

Jan 15, 2008 By Li Chen and Fiona Fang