Top Tech Trends to Watch in 2025 for Industrial Real Estate
As the industrial commercial real estate (CRE) market evolves into 2025, technological advancements will continue to be the primary catalysts of change. Key innovations such as autonomous logistics, AI-powered warehouse management, and energy-efficient facility design are expected to reshape investor priorities and influence market demand, further defining the industry’s trajectory. The integration of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) […]
AI’s Impact on Tenant Experiences in Commercial Real Estate
Artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in a new era of efficiency and personalization in commercial real estate (CRE). From tailored services to predictive space management, AI is fundamentally changing how tenants interact with their environments and how property managers optimize operations. AI-driven platforms are also setting new standards for tenant satisfaction by offering customized experiences. AI-powered chatbots […]
Repurposing Retail Spaces: How Adaptive Reuse is Transforming the Market
With the rise of e-commerce and changing consumer behaviors, many traditional ‘brick and mortar’ properties have struggled to remain viable. But rather than letting these underperforming spaces sit vacant, innovative developers across the country are leading the charge to reimagine these properties as healthcare facilities, education centers, and residential units (among other novel uses). This […]
Creative Financing in CRE: Adapting to a Shifting Landscape
In the ever-evolving world of commercial real estate (CRE), traditional financing methods are increasingly being replaced by innovative mechanisms which better reflect the shifting needs of borrowers. Notable among these are green bonds, crowdfunding, and seller-financing models, all of which have gained significant traction in recent years. These alternative approaches offer flexible, sustainable, and resilient […]
Seasonal Spending and Its Effect on Retail and Entertainment Real Estate
As holiday decorations come down from Halloween and the twinkle lights for Christmas flicker on, the retail and entertainment sectors find themselves gearing up for one of the busiest periods of the year. This annual transition underscores not only consumer enthusiasm for the holiday season but also the immense opportunities and pressures it places on […]
Industrial Real Estate Boom: How E-commerce Is Fueling Warehouse Expansion
In recent years, the industrial real estate sector has been experiencing unprecedented growth, largely driven by the expansion of e-commerce. As consumers increasingly turn to online shopping, the demand for efficient, high-capacity logistics facilities has surged. Giants like Amazon, Walmart, and Alibaba are leading the charge, pushing the need for more warehouses and distribution centers across the […]
Smart Buildings: How Technology Is Revolutionizing Property Management
The commercial real estate (CRE) industry is experiencing a profound transformation as property management integrates smart building technology. This shift is reshaping how properties are operated, maintained, and optimized, and the benefits are accruing to property managers, tenants and the environment. With innovations like IoT (Internet of Things), AI-driven systems, and smart energy management, CRE operators are […]
The Trend Report: Fall 2024
Hidden Figures: What’s Really Happening in Multifamily It’s a truism that has taken on new meaning in recent years – all people need someplace to live. And in the early years of the 2020s, home buyers were encouraged by exceptionally low mortgage rates to purchase rather than rent a home. Demographics played a role, as […]
Investing in Data Centers: A Strategic Imperative in the Digital Age
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and data-driven, the demand for data centers has skyrocketed. These critical infrastructure assets serve as the backbone of the digital economy, powering everything from cloud computing and artificial intelligence to e-commerce and streaming services. For commercial real estate investors, data centers present a compelling opportunity to capitalize on a rapidly growing […]