Malls have had a tough run for the past few years. Once the wave of mass store closures that caused the 'retail apocalypse' scare hit, shopping malls took the brunt of it. In the blink of an eye, mall assets became empty and vacancy rates were on the rise. Many of us have been thinking [...]
Multifamily has been a popular commercial real estate sector for the past few years. Investor interest was high, new developments were in the works in major cities throughout the country, and vacancy rates were dwindling. However, this positive outlook is starting to experience opposite pressures. The rising construction costs that plagued the industry in 2019 [...]
The Smart revolution is upon us. Smart phones, Smart devices, Smart houses, Smart buildings; the list continues. We're in a seemingly never-ending progression towards all things Smart - and the development reaches its peak capacity with Smart Cities. These tech-powered metropolitan locations represent the height of contemporary technologies. All things digital come together to create [...]
Transportation is a fundamental aspect of any metropolitan plan. Getting people to and from their destinations is a primary concern for cities, where accessibility and smart planning are keys to success. In many of the country's greatest cityscapes, driving on busy roads is not always the best way to move around. At the same time, [...]
Commercial real estate's greatest disrupter is technology - and the industry is loving it. Technological advancements are constantly changing the way business gets done, and the speed of innovation is increasing. Upgrades, enhancements and new software restructure the industry; and it's up to all of us to stay current. There's so much activity brewing in [...]
The clock is ticking for opportunity zone investment. Are you prepared? As 2019 comes to a close, investors will need to play their cards right regarding opportunity zones. The coming months will be vital to the development of the country's opportunity zone program. Here's a breakdown of what's happening with OZs and some tips to [...]
Despite what major retailers may have expected, the vast majority of Gen Z-ers (more than 3 out of 4) actually prefer to shop in physical brick and mortar retail stores. But it's not that simple - creating the right in-store experience is also crucial to success. From ensuring that items are kept in stock to [...]
In the last few years, there's been a lot of attention going towards sustainability. Eco-efficiency is now a leading element of commercial real estate's development, and it's changing the way the industry works. Sustainability is providing CRE with creative solutions that benefit both our society and the planet. Don't make the mistake of thinking that [...]
From the moment this new year began, commercial real estate has seen a massive wave of interest coming from investors. Eager parties from all around the globe have been honing in on the US's collection of commercial assets, viewing them as safeguards against any possible external fluctuations. The latest investment trends can be observed through [...]
Millennials are currently the age group most heavily impacting many industries, including commercial real estate, but Generation Z is hot on their tails. Gen Y, more commonly known as Millennials, are currently between the ages of 23 and 38 and were born between 1981 and 1996. Generation Z is the newest named generation, and are [...]
