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A Case for Vacant Space: Why Industrial Buyers Want Small, Unleased Buildings Fueled by growth motives, owner-users in select markets opt for vacant industrial space rather than fully-leased, stabilized properties.   The industrial sector is rife with “dry powder”—unspent cash reserves waiting to be invested. Investors, who mostly have sat on the sidelines for the […]

Industrial Outdoor Storage Market Update | Q1 2024 Industrial Outdoor Storage (IOS), a historically overlooked asset class, is now front and center in the rapidly changing industrial landscape. A more diverse range of buyers has been gravitating toward the IOS market based on the expansive use of these sites. Industrial outdoor storage spaces typically range […]

Exploring Undefined Territory: Strip Retail Centers Strip retail centers have flown under the radar in recent years as investors have gobbled up shopping centers anchored by grocery stores. Over the past 24 months, institutional capital has turned its eyes to properties without a high-profile anchor to strip retail centers. Let’s explore why.   What Is […]

REIT Earnings Report | Q1 2024 With another round of REIT earnings reports in the books, the theme of strong leasing demand continues to dominate headlines. Brixmor grew its anchor occupancy to a record 97.3% and its small-shop occupancy to a record 90.5%. Overall, its total leased occupancy sits at 95.1%. Brixmor also hit a […]

West Central Florida Industrial Market Report Overview of West Central Florida Central Florida, encompassing vibrant cities like Tampa, Clearwater/St. Petersburg, Lakeland, and Sarasota MSA, is a dynamic and diverse region with a unique blend of economic opportunities, cultural richness, and natural beauty. Here is the latest update on West Central Florida’s industrial market.   Tampa […]

Making Sense of Retail’s Top Headlines New locations, strategic closures, fresh concepts, and joint forces welcome retail’s next era of sustained, practical growth.   At the start of the year, most news outlets published articles about big-box retailers’ plans to reduce their footprint. It seemed the retail giants were pulling back. Then, headlines about new […]

Will CRE Let Interest Rate History Repeat Itself? The federal funds rate reached 7% for the first time in 1969. “The first day that I stepped into a real estate office in the early 1970s, interest rates had hit 7% for the first time that anybody could remember,” Curtis Kaufman, a Matthews™ Capital Markets advisor, […]

Orange County Industrial | Understanding Vacancy Trends & Lease Negotiations Orange County’s industrial market has long been recognized for its resilience and strong performance, yet recent shifts indicate a notable change in dynamics. The expansion of space availability, coupled with cooling tenant demand, suggests a shift towards a more balanced market landscape.   Orange County […]

Proptech and What You Need to Know In the ever-evolving commercial real estate landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. With technological advancements reshaping industries across the globe, the integration of property technology, or proptech, has become a crucial consideration for real estate professionals, offering innovative solutions and revolutionizing how real estate […]