The onset of spring 2026 brings with it a multitude of changes across different sectors. In the real estate market, family offices are reevaluating their 100-year plans due to shifting valuations and tighter lending standards. Meanwhile, a new report highlights the fastest-growing side hustle businesses of 2026, with some experiencing significant spikes in interest. Additionally, the NCAA Tournament is underway, with Cinderella teams emerging from conference tournaments.
What's Happening in Real Estate
The Great Wealth Transfer is reshaping the landscape for family offices, and it's happening at the same moment that real estate markets are seeing challenges and opportunities. Portfolio managers are being challenged by shifting valuations, tighter lending standards, and uneven performance across asset classes. For family offices with significant real estate holdings, this convergence raises a fundamental question: Does their 100-year plan still make sense?
The Rise of Side Hustles
According to a new report, a handful of side hustle businesses are on the rise. An analysis conducted by Falcon Digital Marketing tracked annual search volumes on Google and year-over-year growth rates from 2024 to 2025 to determine where side hustle interest has spiked and where it has waned. Search interest is a good indication of demand, and some side hustles are growing faster than others due to lower barriers of entry and high salaries.
March Madness: A Time for Upsets
The NCAA Tournament is a time for Cinderella teams to emerge and make their mark. With 365 teams in Division I men's college basketball and 363 in women's college basketball, only 68 qualify for the NCAA Tournament on each side. America is enthralled by the high-stakes, single-elimination basketball, and the two weeks prior to the Selection Show bring us from nearly 365 teams down to 68.
What Experts Say
"The 100-Year Plan" is an investment philosophy that allows investment teams to focus on longer-term strategic thinking and building generational returns. - [Name], Advisor to Family Offices
Key Facts
- Who: Family offices and real estate investors
- What: Reevaluating 100-year plans and adapting to shifting real estate markets
- When: Spring 2026
- Impact: Significant changes in real estate market and side hustle landscape
Key Numbers
- **45%: Decrease in searches for dropshipping side hustles due to rising tariffs and the end of the de minimis exemption
What Comes Next
As the real estate market continues to shift and side hustles gain popularity, it's essential to stay informed and adapt to the changing landscape. Keep an eye on emerging trends and expert insights to make informed decisions in the months ahead.