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FEBRUARY 1, 2020

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Retail

Eight of the Top U.S. Markets for Retail Real Estate Investment

It’s a tough environment for retail properties out there. But there are still some markets where retail might be a good bet.

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Multifamily

The Cities with the Greatest Rent Jumps in the Past Decade

Using data from Zillow, PropertyClub measured the 100 most populated cities in the U.S. and found the greatest percentage difference in median rents from 2010 to 2019. Major markets were well represented on the list, but there are a few surprises, including the market that had the largest percent growth in the past decade: Aurora, Colo. In the following gallery we include the top 20 markets on PropertyClub's list along with metrics on median rents in 2010 and 2019 and the changes on a percentage and absolute basis.

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Alternative Properties

Competition Remains Fierce in the Data Center Space

The ever-rising demand for data storage and the rise of more cloud-centric services has fueled rapid development of data centers and driven investor interest. But the challenges of operating data centers along with fierce competition for top assets make it a tough market to close deals.

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Analysis

Finance & Investment

The Role of ESG Indicators in CRE Investment Decisions Is Only Expected to Grow Further

Expect environmental, social and governance  (ESG) metrics to be more influential in real estate investment decisions in the U.S., say industry sources.

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Multifamily

Multifamily Faces a Packed Development Pipeline

Apartment developers have not been shy about bringing new product to market in recent years. And early indications are that 2020 will be another boffo year. The question is if after several big years of hefty additions whether the market can digest the units that are in the works.

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Real Estate Services

What Are the Advantages and Some Concerns in Using VR Tools in CRE Construction?

Complications in grasping the complexity of the technology are stalling widespread adoption throughout the commercial real estate industry. 

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NREI Podcast

Retail

NREI's Common Area, Episode 27

In this episode of Common Area Podcast, David Bodamer discusses how grocery stores are evolving to meet consumers’ ever-changing shopping habits, why consolidation is inevitable, and how these changes will impact shopping center landlords.

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Commentary

Property Management

What Property Managers Should Focus On in 2020

It’s important for real estate managers to recognize the forces that shape the markets, since  no sector is fully recession-proof, and the tea leaves are always subject to interpretation.

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Sponsored Content

Sage Advice for 2020

CRE economists give their predictions for the year ahead.

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NREI Wire

Forever 21 Proposes Auction to Keep Fashion Chain in Business

Bankrupt retailer Forever 21 Inc. asked a bankruptcy court to approve plans to sell “substantially all” of its assets to a buyer who might keep the chain in business.

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