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Jul 4, 2017
End of the Current Real Estate Cycle?
Sam Zell recently stated: “The real estate cycle is nearing its end” (Pensions & Investments, May 1, 2017). We must admit that Sam had great timing when he sold his Equity Office REIT to Blackstone in 2007 which was the peak of the last cycle.
May 30, 2017
3 Trends in Green Building We’re Paying Attention To
Going green is more than just a trend now but what options there are to go green has seen incredible changes throughout the last few years. While small changes can help your lifestyle to be greener there are large changes as well that can be made not only by individuals in their lives but also large companies and developers.
May 23, 2017
Warehouses Go Vertical: 5 Reasons This Makes Sense
Typically, warehouses are expansive one-level buildings surrounded by other warehouses. With different factors having an impact on the logistics industry, one exciting thing to look at from a commercial real estate perspective is the warehouses that are going vertical.
May 2, 2017
The Impact of Electric Vehicles on CRE
Electric vehicles are becoming more prevalent as Tesla and other car manufacturers continue to change the auto industry. Another industry that has this impact is the commercial real estate industry, as owners of these vehicles need places to plug in instead of stopping at gas stations to fuel up.
Mar 7, 2017
5 Considerations for Cyber Security in Smart Buildings
As the world becomes more connected through the internet of things and everything becomes “smart” it helps to bring more convenience to everyday lives but it can also lead to more avenues for outside parties to obtain personal information or perform cyber-attacks.
Feb 28, 2017
Green Building Practices in CRE: What to Watch
Going green has come into play in most everyone’s lives in one shape or form by now and is being embraced more frequently than it used to be. This is due to accessibility being increased to green products as well as the affordability of green products being improved upon.
Feb 7, 2017
5 Considerations to Make When Shopping Flex Space
Flex space is typically for companies who are looking to have a warehouse and industrial space with manufacturing under one roof. The idea of flex space is to have multiple business needs and processes under one roof which can allow for a more efficient business flow but it may not be the right setup for every business.
Jan 31, 2017
4 Transit-Oriented Developments to Watch in 2017
Transit-oriented development or TOD is the development of transit hubs like train stations and airports into not only a place to go to travel but also a place to shop with retail locations coming into these transit hubs.
Oct 4, 2016
There’s a Growing Problem with Reverse Supply Chain: Here’s Why
Retailers face significant challenges with the reverse supply chain due to the rise of e-commerce and free returns, impacting their bottom line and requiring innovative solutions to manage returns efficiently.
Aug 2, 2016
Industrial Rehabilitation Helps Economies Thrive
Recent years have seen a boost in repurposing projects for underutilized industrial properties around the country. This has positive effects on areas that had become urban “dead zones,” breathing new life into disused neighborhoods.
