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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.
Jun 27, 2017
Companies Focused on Cities with Skilled Workers
With cities and urban areas attracting more people and an increasing population in primary towns and secondary cities, the population in these areas is also creating a highly skilled employee pool for potential employers.
Jun 20, 2017
Foreign Investment Looks to These 3 CRE Property Types
It should be no secret that foreign investment has been a large source of overall investments in the American commercial real estate market. This can be a testament to the strength and favorable returns that can be found in the U.S. market.
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 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.
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.
Dec 20, 2016
Is the Open Office Concept a Goner?
Open offices were a big deal and are much-hyped thanks to tech companies such as Google and other startups looking for something different —a more collaborative environment. However, it seems the verdict is in and open concept offices are not being so well received these days.
Jun 15, 2016
Tenant Retention Tips: Part II
Discover effective strategies for tenant retention, from communication to property improvements, to ensure a thriving and satisfied tenant community.
