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In certain areas of the country, malls that used to be filled with shoppers are now disappearing and becoming large vacant pieces of property. Many of these cities have converted these former shopping centers into residences, office space, fitness centers, etc. Let’s discuss seven uses for vacant mall space. Data Centers In certain cities such as Baltimore, vacant malls have become prime space for data centers. In the Marley Station Mall in Baltimore, a data center company purchased one wing and has found so much success that they now want…

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We are proud to present our fourth quarter transactions report. Thank you to our clients for choosing to trust us with you commercial real estate needs and giving us a great 2018! Q4-2018 Transactions Report Having trouble viewing this report? Click here ABOUT NAI MARTENS NAI Martens is the largest full-service commercial real estate firm in Kansas. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Wichita, NAI Martens provides a vast array of commercial real estate services throughout south-central Kansas and Topeka. NAI Martens is led by CEO Steve Martens, CCIM, CPM,…

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According to Bisnow, student housing saw $10 billion in transaction volume last year. While the student housing sector saw immense growth, there are still issues with obtaining affordable housing options for students both on and off college campuses. Here are four things to watch in the student housing market for 2019. Continued Growth in the Market Student housing was once a niche of the commercial real estate industry, but now it has become its own sector completely and has experienced strong investment growth over the years due to a substantial…

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E-commerce has been a crucial driver in the industrial real estate market for both leasing and investment activity. This new niche market of retail is transforming the entire industrial sector from logistics to warehouse design. Let’s take a look at a few ways e-commerce has changed the game for industrial real estate. Logistics The logistics part of the industrial sector is on fire, primarily because of e-commerce. The requirements behind logistics facilities for e-commerce are very different than for in-store retail. As e-commerce grows, retailers will need to expand their…

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Are you thinking about venturing into the world of real estate investment? There are plenty of things you should know before making the plunge and signing on the dotted line. If you are just starting out you may be wondering where to even begin, but the good news is, every successful real estate investor wondered the same thing. Here are six best-practices all real estate investors should keep top-of-mind. Hire a Bookkeeper The first thing you should do is hire a bookkeeper because keeping up with documents and paperwork is…

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As the retail industry continues to evolve, it’s important for retailers to continue to offer more than just a product. Consumers are looking for true experiences when they go shopping and having this level of engagement can set your retail space apart from competitors. Here are five steps to designing retail space with experiences in mind whether you are a seasoned retailer looking to revamp your space or a new retailer entering the market. Associates Should Transition from Salesperson to Expert Retailers who want to stay competitive need to ensure…

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Cyber attackers are not going away. In fact, our data is more sensitive and prone to being stolen more now than ever before. These cyber attackers are looking for data and money, which makes commercial real estate businesses a prime target for potential attacks. Make sure you are keeping your data safe and secure with these six easy steps. Step #1: Be Mindful, Use Good Judgment Being proactive and taking preventative steps against a cyber attack is the first step in protecting your data. Don’t write your passwords down on…

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Are you thinking about expanding your technology repertoire for your commercial real estate business? Not sure which new technology will fit into your CRE firm? Before you decide to add to your tech stack, there are a few questions you should ask. After all, adopting new technology into your company is a big decision and you need to make sure that you are adding the right new tech that will add value to the business. Here are five questions you should ask before adding to your tech stack. How Will…

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Zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) was first introduced in the 1980s by a group of researchers at MIT in their paper, “The Knowledge Complexity of Interactive Proof Systems.” These researchers defined ZKP as a method by which one party can interact with another party and provide proof of the knowledge without revealing their confidential information. What is a Zero-Knowledge Proof? A Zero-Knowledge Proof is a cryptographic technique that allows two parties to prove that a proposition is true without revealing any info about the thing apart from it being true. In layman’s…

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