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Feb 7, 2019

5 Sustainability Trends We're Watching for 2019

Sustainability is not only a trend that prompts action in multiple facets of the commercial real estate field but also drives and changes the landscape. Investors are paying more attention to sustainability standards for companies and choosing more sustainable properties in various ways.

Oct 1, 2018

10 Popular CRE Terms You Should Know

Every industry has its own lingo, but there are some fields that really have a lot of jargon – and commercial real estate is definitely one of those fields. If you don’t have a background in CRE or CRE experience, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

Sep 12, 2018

Upping Your Office Game with Common Areas

For years, modern and flexible office spaces were the stomping grounds of small, boutique startups and the self-employed creative types. And, while those groups still play a large role in the market, larger and more traditional companies are now beginning to see the benefits of flexible office spaces.

Aug 15, 2018

Millennials Change Up the Freezer Aisle (and Other Areas of CRE)

It seems that everywhere you look today, avoiding hearing or reading stories about Millennials is almost impossible. We have all heard they are making huge strides and taking the lead in business, politics, real estate, philanthropy, and more. But what you might not have heard yet is that Millennials are even shaping your grocery store.

Aug 1, 2018

3 Ways Blockchain Is Impacting CRE

It has been said that it is only a matter of time before blockchain, the proprietary technology that supports cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, will begin to infiltrate industries worldwide. Believe it or not, even historically traditional industries are not immune to the disruption – commercial real estate included.

Jun 19, 2018

Changing the Game: Why Big Companies Are Moving Headquarters

Lost in the headlines about Amazon acquiring hundreds of Whole Foods stores last year was the company’s announcement of a big search for a new second headquarters – although everyone in CRE was paying attention.

Apr 9, 2018

10 Cities Where the Office Market is Not Flat

Reuters reported at the end of last year's third quarter that the office vacancy rate had remained flat at around 16% for three straight quarters. Experts have predicted that the office market will continue to remain generally flat throughout 2018. Yet despite those numbers, some cities are really thriving.

Feb 21, 2018

The Push to the Suburbs: Is Public Transit Keeping Up?

Fallout from the housing collapse a decade ago resulted in a surge in the renter population–outpacing homeownership for the first time in history. It also marked a return to cities where more walkability with access to public transportation offered a much more affordable lifestyle.

Feb 7, 2018

5 Ways AR and AI are Changing the CRE Game

Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence (AR and AI) may still be far from standard in CRE, but it’s only a matter of time. High-end firms have already been using these tech tools on a grand scale. Research by Goldman Sachs estimates that by 2025, virtual reality (VR) technology will generate over $2.5 billion in revenue.

Jan 16, 2018

Investing In Commercial Real EstateWhat Is Commercial Real Estate?

Investing in real estate can be a way to earn passive income and increase your wealth. While plenty of investors have success in residential real estate, others make a move to commercial real estate to gain even more money.