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Affordable Workforce Housing is a Challenge for this Generation

In today’s world, it’s not always easy finding a home. As the pressure continues to rise, no other generation struggles with house-hunting as much as Gen Z. One of the greatest challenges faced by this up-and-coming generation is the issue of finding affordable housing near work. The scarcity of reasonably priced workforce listings is causing a growing concern amongst the industry and officials. Even with all the attention flooding the subject, relief isn’t yet in sight. Identifying Gen Z Generation Z describes the generation born between 1995 and 2005, and…

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Commercial Real Estate Owners: Your 5G Handbook

Brace yourself – it’s here. The advent of 5G is bringing about massive changes that affect more than just our internet speed. For the most part, all you normally hear about on the topic of 5G is its amazing capabilities. Faster downloads, less lagging, clearer connectivity, and more. From an outside perspective, the advertised possibilities seem endless. However, there’s a silent issue that’s building – and it especially affects CRE owners. 5G increases the number of radio waves by a monumental amount, and it’s creating an unseen traffic jam. This…

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The Age of the Food Hall: What to Know

CRE’s retail sector has undergone a rocky wave of transformations these past few years. While the industry saw massive changes, 2019 has been a year where new trends have been dominating global retail. While features like omnichannel retailing, instant deliveries and subscription-based shopping have been headlining news articles all year, there’s another major player making headway. Can you guess what it is? The answer lies in three highly demanded areas of retail: dining, convenience, and variety. The combination of these three elements has ushered in the new wave of food…

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5 Forward Thinking Tech Cities From Around the World

As technology continues to expand, the possibilities seem endless. What used to be thought of as mere science fiction is now a tangible reality, allowing us to live in ways we never thought were possible. The world around us is slowly shifting into this new age, but there are a few places where the changes are happening fast. Smart Cities are popping up across the globe and they’re standing as amazing examples of what’s available to today’s population. These destinations are using the latest innovative technology to create harmonious eco-friendly…

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Location Data: Helping CRE Find It’s Way in 2019

Data is today’s most powerful tool. Two years ago, The Economist made a seemingly bold statement, saying that the world’s most valuable resource is no longer oil, but data. It’s 2019 and the truth of this statement is more real than ever before. Data’s influence is nothing to take lightly. Not only does it greatly enhance technology’s possibilities, but it’s also helping major industries find creative solutions to common problems. One such example would be location data used within commercial real estate. This valuable asset is helping to bring the…

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5 Things Boomers Want From Multifamily

Multifamily managers are always looking to attract the right tenants. While all the mainstream attention is focusing on Millennials, it’s time to look towards another generation – Baby Boomers. Born between 1946 and 1964, this generation is expected to dominate the multifamily market. Studies predict that 2020 will see a wave of over 5 million Boomers renting homes within the multifamily sector. With stakes this high, multifamily managers need to start preparing. Here are the top 5 features that Baby Boomers are looking for in CRE’s multifamily market. Comfortable Amenities…

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6 Apps to Help Streamline the Agent Workflow

The daily life of a real estate agent is busy, and that’s an understatement. Luckily, there is a huge collection of helpful apps and tech resources agents can use to get more done in less time. These productivity tools are key to enhancing productivity, maximizing capacity, and making your workload more manageable. Check out these 6 apps that are helping to streamline workflows – keeping agents happy, healthy, and on their A game. Folio Since networking is a key aspect of an agent’s job description, emails come flying in constantly.…

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Looking for a Home for Your Small Business: 5 Ways to Pick a City

As a small business looking to make its mark on the world, starting out is never easy. Up and coming businesses face all sorts of issues and setbacks – sometimes it even feels like the turbulence will never end. These complications stand as rites of passage for all growing businesses, and the silver lining of success always remains in sight. When everything else comes with its own set of dilemmas, there’s one thing that can be easy. Yes, we said it – easy. Finding a home for your developing business…

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Everyone Loves CoWorking, but is it Really That Productive?

We all know how great coworking is. It makes remote working easier than ever, it offers team members flexibility that’s never been seen before, it’s convenient and builds community – the positives seem to be endless. The boasted benefits of this unprecedented business model have acted as a fuel, igniting the explosion of the number of coworking spaces around the globe – going from 20 to 20,000 in just over two decades. As the trend of coworking continues to dominate the workforce, it becomes necessary to question the effectiveness of…

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3 Unexpected Tech Hubs CRE Investors Should be Watching

Move over, Silicon Valley – there are some new players in the game. The tech industry’s steady growth rate is causing tech hubs to sprout up all over the country. It isn’t just centered around big cities or coastal oases,  it’s everywhere. In fact, the expanding tech industry is responsible for leasing a large portion of the country’s office spaces. This is huge, not only for tech giants but also for investors. Commercial investors need to keep up with the latest tech trends in order to find the best assets,…

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