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Seasonal Spending: Back-to-School Bust or Bonanza?

by foxtrot

Posted on July 29, 2022

The National Retail Federation (NRF) recently released a great deal of important data about retail holiday and seasonal trends. The information, revealed in a series of articles and a July 19th webinar, is especially noteworthy, because it’s based on a series of detailed annual surveys that the organization has been conducting for nearly two decades […]

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Recession Depression or Retail Revival?

by foxtrot

Posted on July 13, 2022

The economic outlook and the potential impact of big-picture financial trends on retail real estate The financial headlines can look a little dire these days. From skyrocketing inflation to rising gas prices to record low levels of consumer confidence, there are plenty of reasons to keep a watchful eye on the national economic outlook. But […]

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Churn and Burn

by Jordan Walker

Posted on June 22, 2022

At a time when the commercial real estate market is extremely hot and highly competitive, there are actually a relatively large number of spaces available. The key to understanding the current market moment is recognizing that the disparity between coveted premium spaces and everywhere else has never been wider—and the implications for brokers, landlords, and tenants more significant. What does it mean to be looking for opportunities in today’s unique market moment? What factors are driving decision-making on both sides of the leasing equation, and what options are available for those who know how (and where) to look?

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Vegas, Baby

by Jordan Walker

Posted on May 17, 2022

Spring is upon us, and as the weather starts to heat up, what better place to be than the desert? Every year thousands of industry professional make a pilgrimage to Las Vegas, Nevada to attend the ICSC spring convention. This year’s event takes place from Sunday, May 22nd to Tuesday, May 24th. ICSC Las Vegas is one of those genuinely rare opportunities to engage with your peers around the country both socially and professionally, perhaps laying the groundwork for future collaboration. Whether it’s hearing about trends in other markets or just talking to clients and competitors about what they are seeing and challenges they are navigating, ICSC is a unique chance to learn more about what’s happening across the retail and leasing landscape.

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