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From Malls to Medicine The vacancy rate for regional malls in the U.S. hit a record 11.4 percent in the first quarter of 2021 up from 10.5 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020, according to Moody’s Analytics. The 90-basis point increase marked the highest the firm has ever seen, surpassing the record 80 basis […]

The Role of Market Rent Dating back to the Great Depression, Federal housing assistance programs have helped cost-burdened families pay rent. By the 1960s and 1970s, the federal government created subsidy programs to increase affordable housing production. Since 1974 the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has assisted low-income households to obtain better […]

Commercial Real Estate Before the pandemic, commercial and multifamily capitalization rates were at all-time lows, leading to all-time high property valuations. Cap rates continued to fall and were nonetheless appealing given the low yields on alternative investment options. However, as interest rates have risen and other business valuations have decreased, the topic of what will […]

How are Dollar Stores Keeping Up? Despite the rising prices, both within dollar stores and beyond, shoppers are still turning to discount retailers to save. Many consumers are changing their shopping habits, prioritizing essentials over discretional purchases. Dollar stores are on the benefitting end of this change, selling everyday items and household staples at a […]

Treat Everyone Well: Interview with Kyle Matthews In a recent interview with Adam Mendler, CEO of The Veloz Group, Kyle Matthews dives into his time at USC, highlights how challenges and sacrifices are instrumental to growth, and shares tips on lessons learned through growing a business. “Treat everyone well. Avoid negative people. Celebrate success with […]

What are Build to Suit Facilities? Build to suit (BTS) facilities are industrial properties that are tailor-made for the needs and wants of a specific tenant. For this type of facility, a tenant must come to an agreement with a developer or landowner in constructing a new, custom-built property for lease. The two main ways […]

Rapid Growth in Industrial Properties The industrial sector saw a massive surge in demand across the U.S. post-pandemic, and it’s not slowing down for the remainder of 2022. Industrial assets are breaking ground at a record pace with construction up over 60% with 816 million square feet in the pipeline. The rise of e-commerce led […]

Market Overview Nashville is the capital of Tennessee and home to over two million residents. Dubbed the “Music City,” Nashville sees an average of 16.1 million visitors annually for its rich culture and unique nightlife. Nashville’s retail sector is performing strongly, achieving record-breaking sales volume in 2021, low vacancies, and incredible year-over-year rent growth. Vigorous […]

How Micro-Fulfillment Centers Are Improving Distribution Efficiency The coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) accelerated changes in consumer buying behavior and drove more companies to embrace a strategy that streamlines their supply chains for faster fulfillment. With e-commerce on the rise, micro-fulfillment centers (or MFCs), are quickly becoming a viable option for retailers looking to increase distribution efficiency […]