Location, Experience, Strategy: The New Rules of Retail Leasing

The future of retail is bright for those willing to innovate, says Kathleen Brill, executive vice president and director of leasing and strategic partnerships for East Peoria, Illinois-based Cullinan Properties.  “It’s no longer about square footage — it’s about activation,” emphasizes Brill. “Mixed-use, walkability and experience will continue to shape leasing trends.” Grant Mechlin, executive […]

Understanding Long-Term Hold Retail Property Investments: A Guide for Investors

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Investing in retail real estate can be a lucrative venture, particularly for those who adopt a long-term hold strategy. This approach contrasts sharply with short-term, quick-hold investments and offers distinct benefits and challenges. This guide will explore the nuances of long-term hold retail investments, explain the differences between long-term and short-term strategies, and highlight the […]

How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate

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Unlocking High-Return Opportunities in Retail Redevelopment Investing in commercial real estate has long been a proven strategy for building substantial wealth and securing financial stability. Among the many opportunities in this sector, retail property redevelopment projects stand out as a lucrative option. By revitalizing underutilized shopping centers and retail spaces, investors can generate passive income, […]

Retail Real Estate in 2025: The Golden Era of Redevelopment

For decades, the U.S. retail real estate market was driven by aggressive expansion. Shopping centers, strip malls and commercial retail property were built at a rapid pace between 1960 and 1999, creating billions of square feet of retail space. Today, however, retail development isn’t about building new—it’s about redeveloping and repositioning existing properties.  If you’re […]

Construction Industry Braces for One-Two Punch: Tariffs and Deportations

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Key Points The construction industry is facing a double whammy of tariffs and deportations, which could lead to a labor shortage and higher costs for home buyers. Undocumented workers make up an estimated 13% of the construction industry, and their deportation could leave many positions unfilled. Tariffs on imported construction materials, such as steel and […]

What Trump’s Flurry Of Climate Actions Could Mean For Commercial Real Estate​

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What Trump’s Flurry Of Climate Actions Could Mean For Commercial Real Estate​ February 2, 2025 During his first two weeks in office, President Donald Trump made good on promises to roll back his predecessor’s climate policy initiatives via a series of executive orders. Some in the relentlessly optimistic commercial real estate sector don’t expect these […]

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