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
Archives for 2020
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
Analyst’s Expectations for Each CRE Asset Class
Most years, we are not ready to say goodbye to summer, but this year things are different. There is the economy, there is the election, there are kids and other loved ones at home, there are restrictions on what we… Read More
Future Vision of Online Grocery Shopping
Corrections & Clarifications: An earlier version of this story gave the wrong number of Whole Foods temporary online-only stores that have converted back to traditional stores. Four stores have converted back. There’s no salad or coffee bar at the newest… Read More
Burger King Introduces “Restaurant of Tomorrow”
The new designs dramatically improve the guest experience, Burger King says. A suspended kitchen and dining room above the drive-thru lanes will provide a 100 percent touchless experience. From Taco Bell to Sonic Drive-In to Starbucks and Shake Shack, some… Read More
Retailers Are Expanding During COVID-19
COVID-19’s toll on the retail sector has been drastic. But some retail chains have been uniquely well-positioned for a recession in which many people are spending a lot of time at home. While some retailers are closing thousands of physical… Read More