As we near the end of 2017, there are several signs that should capture your attention and point you in appropriate directions so you can capitalize on current market and economic conditions. From a big picture perspective, the first sign that should catch your eye is that cap rates may have reached their low point and could be ever-so-slightly on the rise.  Meanwhile on the capital markets front, loan options have never been better (with the exception of construction financing). Digging deeper, here are some other signs you can look for as we wind up the year.