Why Forever 21’s Collapse Is the Best Thing to Happen to Malls in Years

Forever 21 just filed for bankruptcy—again. But instead of mourning the loss of a once-iconic brand, mall owners are seeing opportunity. With all 350 of its U.S. stores shutting down, commercial landlords now have access to prime retail real estate that had been underperforming for years. In retail CRE, low-performing tenants don’t just drag down […]

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Tariffs and Tension: How Uncertainty Is Slowing Down Southern California’s Warehouse Boom

Let’s Get Real: Why Everyone in CRE Should Be Watching the Ports Southern California isn’t just sunshine and freeways—it’s the backbone of international trade. With L.A. and Long Beach ports moving nearly half the country’s imports, the warehouse sector here has been red-hot. But now, with tariffs flying in from every direction, we’re seeing serious

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The $10B Power Play That’s About to Redefine Warner Center

Let’s talk about vision. Real vision. The kind that turns outdated, underperforming assets into economic engines and lifestyle ecosystems. That’s exactly what’s happening in Woodland Hills — and Stan Kroenke just moved all his chips to the center of the table. After methodically acquiring nearly 100 acres of land in the heart of the Warner

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Why 2025 Might Be the Year Industrial Real Estate Bounces Back in SoCal

As we roll into 2025, there’s a quiet but powerful shift happening in Southern California’s industrial real estate scene. At first glance, you might not notice it — maybe a new warehouse going up, or a For Lease sign coming down. But take a closer look, and the signs of a rebound are hard to

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The Ziggurat Bidding Drama: A Real Estate Plot Twist You Didn’t See Coming

You might think a property auction is just about numbers on a page — highest bid wins, right? But the Ziggurat bidding drama was anything but predictable. What started as a $70 million listing turned into a real estate thriller that ended with a jaw-dropping $177 million winning bid. So how did we get from

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Qualifying Buyers: Essential Steps for Property Sellers

Selling property comes with many moving parts, but one critical aspect that often requires careful attention is buyer qualification. Determining if a buyer is prepared to complete the purchase ensures a smoother sales process, minimizes surprises, and maximizes the likelihood of closing the deal. Here, we’ll walk through an essential set of steps to evaluate

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Uniqlo’s Big Move: Purchasing NYC Flagship

Uniqlo’s recent acquisition of its flagship store at 666 Fifth Avenue represents a pivotal moment in the brand’s evolution, particularly in the context of New York City’s retail landscape. By eliminating substantial annual rent expenses, Uniqlo not only reinforces its commitment to the SoHo district but also signals a strategic pivot that could influence broader

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Major Moves in Real Estate: Amazon Developer Retires, W.P. Carey President Exits After 37 Years, CBRE Hires Cushman & Wakefield Leader

Prominent figures in the real estate sector are making significant changes, with major implications for the market landscape. The retirement of Amazon developer Ferdinand Seefried, the departure of W.P. Carey’s long-standing President John Park, and CBRE’s strategic recruitment from Cushman & Wakefield signal a significant shift in industry dynamics. These moves prompt a closer examination

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Unveiling New York City’s Three Largest Hotels in Development

New York City’s hospitality scene is experiencing a major shift with the introduction of three of its largest hotels currently in development. From Hotel One‘s remarkable 725-room capacity in Midtown East to the distinctive personalized service and experiences offered by Hotel Two near Bryant Park, and the creative design partnership spearheaded by Rafael Viñoly and

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Wealthiest US Suburbs Are in New York and California

The socioeconomic landscape of the United States reveals a remarkable concentration of wealth in the suburbs of New York and California, with Scarsdale and Rye in New York emerging as the frontrunners concerning high household incomes. California’s affluent enclaves like Los Altos and Atherton further underscore the allure of these regions for the wealthy. As

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