Amazon plans to open 1,000 small delivery hubs in cities and suburbs all over the U.S., according to people familiar with the plans. The facilities, which will eventually number about 1,500, will bring products closer to customers, making shopping online… Read More
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Walmart to Open More Healthcare Centers
Walmart disclosed plans Thursday to open “Walmart Health” centers in the Tampa and Orlando, Florida markets and additional locations in Georgia that feature an array of primary medical services, dental care, and behavioral health services as part of a new… Read More
Developers Scout Reuse Possibilities
That math will become easier for developers if more distressed properties become available at a steep discount. It’s too soon for most developers to sign a contract to buy a failed hotel—but apartment developers are watching and waiting for prices… Read More
Adjustments in Pricing Lag a Decline in Values
One thing that buyers and sellers can agree on these days is that there has been a reset in property values across many sectors and geographic markets. Yet the sticking point that continues to stall transactions is determining exactly how… Read More
More REITs Issuing Green Bonds
When Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) issued its first green bond this summer, it became the latest in a growing list of REITs to opt for the sustainable fixed income tool. While green bond issuance overall came under pressure in… Read More
CRE Investors May Benefit from SEC Rule Change
In late August, the Securities and Exchange Commission modified its definition of “accredited investor,” changing who is allowed by law to invest in private securities offerings. The new regulations are less restrictive than before, and will likely allow a larger… Read More
5 Ways Real Estate Can Unlock Restaurant Growth
Many Americans have shifted to doing just about everything virtually, from work to school to happy hour. But for restaurant owners, a physical location remains the anchor of their business—after all, they can’t serve or deliver a meal from the… Read More
Governor Newsom (CA) Supports Proposition 15
Newsom’s support brings out a state-wide backlash, warnings of a possible ‘tax jolt’ On Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom threw his support behind Proposition 15, which would change how both commercial and industrial properties are taxed, leading to immediate outcry from… Read More
Will a Stimulus Bill Pass Before the Election?
The second stimulus check for a maximum of $2,000 per qualified adult isn’t happening — at least not before the new session of Congress is sworn in Sunday. Despite last-ditch efforts by President Donald Trump, House Democrats and a few… Read More
Why Real Assets Will Soar in the Recovery
Your asset allocation decision will have a major impact on your performance in the recovery. We believe that this low growth, low interest rate environment favors resilient, high cash flowing real asset investments. Finally, we present two real asset investments… Read More