Now that we’ve seen the ball drop, I'd like to make some predictions for this year. The last two years have been…well, an educational experience but again, a very exciting time for our industry as we watched new brands become discovered, more social...
Topics: retail real estate, CRE, 2019 Retail Predictions, Diana Perry, 2019 Trends, 2019 Retail Real Estate, Commercial real estate predictions, millennials, retailers with a mission, millennial baby boom, clicks to bricks, B&M, bricks and mortar retail, Marketing Tips, Marketing tips for retailers
Something’s Gotta Give – PermittingThe show was largely focused on digital native brands entering the brick & mortar space, something we’ve all been wanting to learn more about...and frankly, network with. In one session title, Brand Collection –...
Topics: ICSC New York Deal Making 2018 Summary, #ICSCNYDM, ICSC, retail real estate, NY ICSC Recap, CRE, blockchain, millennials, digital brands, digital vertical brands, boutique fitness
As we flip-flop between the Boston Convention Center in the Seaport and The Hynes in the Back Bay for another Boston ICSC New England Conference and Deal Making show, one thing was clear – things they are a changin’. From session, Women in Real...
Topics: millennials, ICSC, Boston ICSC 2018, CRE, retail real estate, grocery trends, women in real estate
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ICSC RECon feels like ages ago and our suitcases are now stored, our feet finally heeled, it’s important to reflect on the show and look for key take-aways. It’s clear that our industry is changing and that’s not surprising but what is...
Topics: ICSC RECon 2018, all blog posts, social media in retail real estate, personalization in retail, retail real estate, ICSC RECon 2018 summary, millennials
Though we’ve had snow storm after snow storm lately, spring is on all of our minds and with spring comes rejuvenation which also mean, spring cleaning! No, I’m not talking about cleaning the dust bunnies out from under the bed or finding those...
Topics: all blog posts, Marketing Tips, Trello, organization, retail real estate, commercial real estate
Now that it’s a new year, it’s time to check-in with our friend Zuckerberg and see what some of his resolutions are for 2018. There’s been article after article about Zuck wanting to overhaul Facebook’s algorithm which means big changes for you...
Topics: facebook, facebook for business, social media in real estate, Facebook 2018, retail real estate, facebook tips for business, social media in retail real estate, all blog posts, Marketing Tips
I would say that you need exactly 1,850 sq. ft., 2,307 sq.ft. or 4,202 sq.ft. OK, you’re on to me – those are the actual measurements of spaces we are currently seeking to lease in our portfolio. But seriously, how do you decide how much space you...
Topics: retail real estate, commercial real estate, independent retailer, selecting retail space, Resources For Retailers, Leasing Tips, store sizes, retail store sizes, space requirements, sf needed for retail store, store dimensions, average store size for convenience store, average store size for coffee shop, average store size for pizza shop, average store size for mexican restaurant, average store size for burger restaurant, average store size for yogurt store, average store size for ice cream store, average store size for dry cleaner, average store size of nail salon, average store size for fitness services
So maybe you missed out on tying up a domain name like shoes.com. And anyhow, you’re not a web master seeking to create an Internet business that you can run from your bedroom. You actually enjoy interacting personally with customers and you’ve...
Topics: retail real estate, Boston, selecting retail space, consumer service business, Resources For Retailers, Leasing Tips
