Dean Kaplan 
The commercial real estate market in 2025 presents a complex landscape of recovery, distress, and transformation. While certain sectors like multifamily, retail, and industrial properties show resilience, the office market continues to grapple with unprecedented challenges from hybrid work adoption and elevated vacancy rates. This comprehensive statistical overview examines key trends across commercial and office … Read more
A new study by The Kaplan Group presents its 2025 analysis of office building data in major US financial districts, building on findings from its 2024 edition to reveal how market risks have evolved over the past year. By comparing changes in liquidity, vacancy, and growth across cities, this updated report identifies districts most at … Read more
America’s real viral trend is entrepreneurship. New business formations are reaching an all-time high across the country. A new study by The Kaplan Group breaks down where this surge is happening and highlights which states have low rates of business bankruptcy. It’s not just about where businesses are starting up, but also where they’re proving … Read more
A new Kaplan Group report reveals that more than 646,000 tech jobs were cut from 2022 to 2025, yet 78% of major public tech companies making these cuts remained financially strong—pointing to strategic decisions. This wave of layoffs is reshaping collections risk and business relationships across the tech sector, with California alone accounting for 37% … Read more
By expanding tax breaks, streamlining regulations, and boosting incentives for investment, the Big Beautiful Bill is expected to drive a surge in demand for business loans. A new report by The Kaplan Group highlights which states offer the best opportunities for lenders. Opportunity scoring uses official government data to rank each state by its potential … Read more
Key Insights A new study by The Kaplan Group analyzes office vacancy trends and the number of apartments that could be built if all empty offices were turned into homes across 91 major U.S. cities. As remote and hybrid work reshape the commercial real estate landscape, office vacancy rates have continued to climb, leaving millions … Read more
Key Findings A new report by The Kaplan Group analyzes the debt and financial health of 46 leading SaaS companies using data extracted from SEC filings, spanning 138 records from 2022 to 2025. The analysis reveals significant industry-wide deleveraging trends (e.g., reducing debt). The industry has moved from negative profitability in 2022–2023 to positive returns … Read more
Key Findings from the Study Household debt has become an increasingly urgent financial issue in the United States, especially as different age groups experience vastly different borrowing behaviors and repayment risks. An exclusive new study from The Kaplan Group reveals that seniors over age 70 have increased their total debt by 36.2% over the past … Read more
Key Findings from the Study Tax-related fraud has become a growing concern in recent years, with reports increasing dramatically since 2020. An exclusive new study by The Kaplan Group reveals that Americans lost more than $5.7 million to tax-related scams in the first few months of 2025 alone. The Kaplan Group analyzed 1,384 scam reports … Read more
Tariffs are once again at the center of U.S. trade policy. Under President Trump’s current term, sweeping new tariffs have been announced, adding to the duties that remained from the last trade war. This roundup covers 50+ key statistics on U.S. tariffs and trade developments from 2023 to 2025—including what’s changed, who’s paying, and how … Read more
In today’s tight economy, one of the biggest threats to growth is slow payment—not just losing customers or market share. An exclusive new 2025 survey from The Kaplan Group reveals the significant revenue and cash flow risks businesses face from delayed payments—particularly for mid-sized firms and industries like SaaS, healthcare, and professional services. The survey … Read more
Business debt in the U.S. has surged over the past five years—fueled by pandemic disruptions, stimulus borrowing, and a volatile interest rate environment. As refinancing costs rise and payment behavior worsens, companies face mounting financial pressure across sectors. This roundup captures the most important statistics and trends shaping the commercial debt landscape in 2025. Key … Read more
Late payments are a growing challenge for businesses, with increasing economic uncertainty amplifying the risks associated with cash flow disruptions. For the first time, an exclusive survey from The Kaplan Group reveals the preventive strategies that distinguish companies excelling in collections from those facing persistent payment delays. The survey was conducted among 100 financial decision … Read more
As the U.S. ramps up tariffs on imports from countries like China, Canada, and Mexico, a new financial consequence is emerging: an accelerating rise in consumer debt. An exclusive new study from The Kaplan Group explores how the cost of tariffs is being passed down to consumers, leading to increased credit card usage, higher debt … Read more
Late last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a revision to 16 CFR Part 425, the rule concerning recurring subscriptions and other negative option plans. The law becomes effective May 14, 2025 unless overturned or legally challenged. Over 99% of the auto-renewal contracts that we enforce for our clients are not compliant with the … Read more
Late payments are a growing challenge for businesses, with increasing economic uncertainty amplifying the risks associated with cash flow disruptions. In an exclusive new survey, The Kaplan Group reveals a striking trend: companies that outsource more overdue invoices to collection agencies experience substantially higher recovery success. The survey was conducted among 100 financial decision makers, … Read more
While Boomers and Gen X steadily built equity, Millennials and Gen Z are starting adulthood with crushing debt loads that delay or derail buying a home. An exclusive new study from The Kaplan Group reveals a strong negative correlation between student debt and homeownership rates, and when segmented by age group, the generational divide becomes … Read more
A new study, based on an exclusive survey by The Kaplan Group, provides a comprehensive analysis of payment collection challenges, focusing on companies affected by high and very high Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). Our research spans multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, professional services, and healthcare. The survey gathered insights into revenue distributions, industry-specific trends, and … Read more
Trade vulnerability is a growing issue for many industries in the American economy. Certain industries are at significant risk as tariffs are raised. This increased vulnerability could disrupt supply chains and impact the overall economy with an increase in payment delays or defaults. A new study by The Kaplan Group found that several specific industries … Read more
The debt collection industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. A new study by The Kaplan Group explores the impact of AI on debt collection, highlighting the key market trends, technological innovations, and operational benefits. Key Takeaway Market Overview The rapid growth projected for AI-powered debt … Read more
