CRE research glossary

Source latency.

Source latency is the delay between a real-world event, a public record update, Acren ingestion, review, and customer-facing display.

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August 27, 2026

Short answer

Source latency is the delay between a real-world event, a public record update, Acren ingestion, review, and customer-facing display.

By Acren ResearchUpdated

How Acren uses source latency

Latency matters because a deed, tax record, filing, permit, or assessment field may not update immediately. Acren should name source latency where it affects an opportunity memo or coverage claim.

Why it matters for CRE acquisition intelligence

Source language affects whether a recommendation reason is inspectable by an analyst, broker, or principal. The goal is to keep the first screen useful: what the record supports, what is still open, and which diligence step should happen next.

What this does not mean

In Acren, source latency does not predict seller intent, transaction intent, a valuation, a rent forecast, NOI, investment advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell, call, or pursue a property. It is part of the research record that helps decide what deserves the next step.

Example

A county may have usable recorder and assessor records while permit history is partial. A buyer should see that source posture before relying on an opportunity memo.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing source availability with customer-ready display rights.
  • Hiding weak or stale fields instead of naming the open question.
FAQ

Is source latency a deal recommendation?

No. It helps explain or route a research lead. Comps, lease research, expenses, broker feedback, legal review, and underwriting remain separate diligence steps.

How should a buyer use this term?

Use it to keep the opportunity memo precise: what the record supports, what is still open, and who should review the next step.

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