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RCLCO and CEL Compensation Advisors Present 2025 National Real Estate Survey

RCLCO | CEL Compensation Advisors, a prominent consulting firm in the real estate sector, has launched its 36th annual National Real Estate Compensation & Benefits Survey. This extensive, nearly 400-page report is now available, providing crucial insights into year-end compensation projections, incentive structures, benefits practices, and salary levels across more than 160 positions in the industry.

The report is based on responses from over 400 commercial real estate firms, encompassing various asset classes, ownership structures, and service offerings. Lucy Bertsch, co-head of RCLCO's Compensation Consulting Practice, expressed her enthusiasm for the survey's enhancements. She noted, "This year's survey report includes additional questions on metrics and KPIs, long-term incentive plan structures, and management co-investment. We hope these improvements will further aid firms in making informed compensation decisions for 2025 and beyond."

Key Findings and Trends
The survey findings are illuminating, highlighting various trends affecting the commercial real estate market. An astounding 88% of participants reported an increase in base salaries for 2024-2025, with an average companywide increase of 4.7%. Looking forward, a significant 86% forsee further salary hikes in 2026, predicting an average increase of 4.1% year-over-year.

Despite the upward trend in base salaries, bonuses appear to remain stable compared to the previous year. Interestingly, over 58% of firms intend to maintain companywide bonuses flat, projecting a steady performance year for 2025. This paradox of increasing salaries and unchanging bonuses presents a unique landscape for real estate compensation strategies moving forward.

Comprehensive Industry Insights
RCLCO | CEL Capital Advisors is uniquely positioned to provide these insights due to their deep understanding of real estate trends paired with best practices derived from numerous industry connections. The report serves as a gold standard for over 35 years, offering detailed breakdowns of compensation data categorized by company size, asset class, ownership type, and geographical region.

Real estate organizations across the United States will benefit from the report's comprehensive insights and projections for compensation strategies. The entire report is now available for purchase, enabling firms to equip themselves with essential knowledge for the competitive landscape ahead. Those interested in RCLCO's compensation consulting services, integrating this comprehensive data set, can contact Lucy Bertsch directly at [email protected].

About RCLCO | CEL Compensation Advisors
The inception of RCLCO | CEL Compensation Advisors in 2023 marked a significant step in strengthening their leading talent advisory practice. This partnership leveraged CEL's annual Real Estate Compensation & Benefits Surveys alongside RCLCO's management consulting and executive search services. With over 50 years of experience, RCLCO has continuously provided strategic insights into real estate investment, planning, and development, becoming a go-to for developers and investors alike.

Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, with additional offices in cities like Los Angeles, Orlando, Austin, New York, and Denver, RCLCO remains dedicated to supporting all project types across the globe. Recognized for their expertise in compensation consulting, organizational consulting, and strategic planning, they offer robust services tailored to the ever-evolving demands of the real estate industry. To learn more about RCLCO, visit their official website at www.rclco.com.