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Inside the Wealth Shift: Private Markets, CRE & the Insider Edge
The Wealth Playbook Is Being Rewritten
Traditional investing is facing its most important shift in years.
In 2025, wealth isn’t just built through public stocks, ETFs, or REITs. The smartest investors—advisors, family offices, and emerging founders—are reallocating capital into private markets and off-market commercial real estate (CRE).
And it’s not just hype.
It’s a massive reallocation backed by real data, real institutions, and real money.
As these trends unfold, one question rises: will you be ahead of the shift—or stuck outside the room?

Unlocking Wealth: Three Trends in Private Markets You Can't Afford to Ignore!
In the evolving landscape of wealth management, private markets are rapidly emerging as a pivotal force reshaping investment strategies.
Here are three key trends driving this transformation:
•Formidable Partnerships: Major players like Blackstone, KKR, and Capital Group are forming significant alliances that enhance access to private investments and solidify their integration into wealth management frameworks.
•Innovative Investment Structures: The rise of semi-liquid funds and alternative ETFs is gaining momentum, offering investors greater liquidity while tapping into traditionally illiquid assets.
•Inclusion in Retirement Plans: Growing accessibility to private market strategies within 401(k) plans signifies a monumental shift, allowing individual investors to benefit from what was once exclusive to large institutional investors.
Advisors must stay informed and proactive about these developments. Ignoring private markets can result in missed opportunities for clients, emphasizing the importance of education and strategic portfolio integration in this new era of investing. Embrace the change; private markets are here to stay!

Turning Vacancies into Opportunities: Cities Embrace Office Conversions Amid High Vacancy Rates!
In June 2025, the U.S. office market showcased striking trends shaped by rising vacancy rates and a push for adaptive reuse of spaces. Noteworthy highlights include:
• A national office vacancy rate of 19.4%, up 160 basis points year-over-year.
• Average office listing rates climbed to $33.15 per square foot, marking a 4.8% annual increase.
• Major markets are exploring conversion proposals, with over 149 million square feet of office space suggested for repurposing.
Cities like Manhattan and San Francisco are leading the charge with extensive office conversion plans aimed at addressing housing shortages.
Meanwhile, office sales in Los Angeles have surpassed $1 billion, but average sale prices have dropped more than 30% from last year.
As Northern California struggles with high vacancy rates, the focus on converting office spaces to residential uses is ramping up—highlighting an evolving real estate landscape where adaptability is key.

Unlocking Wealth: Henry Chui Unveils Asia's Private Wealth Revolution!
In a recent fireside chat, Henry Chui, Head of Private Wealth APAC at Partners Group, highlighted the burgeoning private wealth landscape in the Asia-Pacific region. He emphasized that we are at the dawn of a private wealth revolution and outlined key themes that will shape the industry:
•Emerging Growth Factors: The rise of recurring revenue products, rapid wealth accumulation in Asia, and an increase in high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) shifting toward private markets.
•Investor Preferences: A shift from a trading mentality to a growing comfort with long-term investments, particularly in alternatives and Evergreen funds that offer liquidity and diversification.
•Success Strategies: Focus on client education, localization, and innovative investment solutions tailored to diverse Asian markets.
As these trends unfold, the potential for significant growth in alternative investments is palpable, with a projected shift from 1% to 5-10% allocations offering a tantalizing opportunity for savvy investors.

RIAs: The Fastest-Growing Frontier for Private Market Asset Managers!
Private market asset managers are zeroing in on the RIA channel, now recognized as the “fastest growing pool” for capital, as discussed at the Wealth Management EDGE conference. Here are some key insights from industry leaders:
• RIAs are embracing private market offerings, with notable momentum in year-over-year growth.
• Many RIAs are still grappling with how to best present these investments to clients.
• Tools like evergreen funds are being touted as game-changers, making private investments accessible to individual investors for the first time.
• Technology improvements, such as digital documentation, are streamlining the process, which is expected to accelerate widespread adoption.
Despite challenges, the consensus is clear: the push to integrate private market options into client portfolios is gaining traction. With RIAs leading the way, the future of investment is set to diversify, offering exciting new opportunities for growth!
Millennial Women Traders: Pioneers Shaping the Future of Financial Markets and Empowerment!
Millennial women are taking the trading world by storm, marking a powerful shift in market dynamics! According to Charles Schwab's recent survey, an impressive 37% of Millennial women now identify as traders—dramatically eclipsing the rates of Gen X (23%) and Boomer women (11%). This new breed of investor isn’t just focused on long-term savings; they are:
•Experimenting with diverse asset classes: 51% have ventured into cryptocurrencies.
•Engaging actively in options and futures: 28% have traded these compared to only 19% of Gen X.
•Valuing personal growth: Only 47% cite retirement as their main motivator.
Millennial women are diving in out of curiosity and empowerment, with 31% expressing high confidence in their strategies.
They are reshaping investing by utilizing digital platforms and community support talking finance openly and sharing knowledge through social media.
This vibrant demographic is not just participating; they are redefining the landscape of trading!
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The Shift Has Begun
The money is already moving.
Family offices, institutions, and ambitious individuals are reallocating portfolios into smarter, more exclusive opportunities.
This decade belongs to those who move early, privately, and intelligently.