Goldman Sachs and Bentyl Green Oak have begun the quest to invest billions in distressed commercial real estate, which many interpret as a hopeful sign that the downturn's end is near. But looking westward to San Francisco, a different story emerges. San Franciscoβs anticipated real estate reset, a revaluation of properties that may severely impact the cityβs budget, has already begun. As companies have shifted to remote work, there's been a reduction in demand for commercial real estate in urban centers, with San Francisco being hit hard. With a significant decline in sales and assessed property values, the city's revenue generation has plummeted. Just last year, San Francisco's budget deficit was projected at $720 million due to these impacts. Adding fuel to this fire are property owners, who are now actively seeking reductions in their assessed property values and therefore lower taxes. Despite the alluring idea that big investors are here to save the day, San Francisco's economic foundation, built on an unstable real estate market, seems to be cracking at its core.