Playing the Long Game in Office and Multifamily with Marcus Arredondo

In this episode of PlotLines, we sit down with Marcus Arredondo, Principal at Edge West Capital, Corporate Managing Director at Savills, and host of the Scales of Success podcast, to take a closer look at two of the most talked-about sectors in commercial real estate: office and multifamily.

Marcus brings a unique dual perspective to the conversation—advising large occupiers on corporate real estate decisions and investing in multifamily assets. He breaks down the realities behind the headlines, from the slow stabilization of the office market to the resilience of multifamily fundamentals, even amid tighter capital markets.

Throughout the episode, Marcus shares his view on what’s driving leasing decisions, the growing importance of flexibility and amenities, and why investors and landlords alike need to embrace a longer-term mindset. He also discusses the challenges around conversions, how occupancy trends are shifting in both asset classes, and why staying the course—despite market noise—can lead to stronger outcomes.

Tune in to hear why Marcus would rewrite the headline for both office and multifamily as “Patience…persistence…”

Listen to the full episode below and follow along for our next guest!