by Sarra Hochberg | Nov 14, 2023 | Articles
With an abundance of empty office space and a shortage of affordable housing, people ask, “Why don’t we just convert the space to housing?” More than 10,000 residential units were created nationwide through conversions last year, and tens of thousands more are...
by Sarra Hochberg | Nov 8, 2023 | Articles
As highlighted by recent CBC blogs, the retail sector is thriving. It continues to defy historic lows in available space with plans for another 1,000 new stores to be launched this year, which only underscores its resilience amid challenges in commercial real estate....
by Sarra Hochberg | Oct 31, 2023 | Articles
The retail industry has experienced intense highs and lows in recent years. In-person store visits experienced a substantial increase in the latter half of 2023, largely attributed to the phenomenon known as “revenge shopping.” This concept captures the...
by Sarra Hochberg | Oct 18, 2023 | Articles
Many recall convenience stores as small retail establishments attached to a gas station, where one might grab a drink or a pack of gum. However, as indicated in Placer.ai’s white paper titled “C-Store Trends & the Brands Leading the Way,”...
by Sarra Hochberg | Oct 11, 2023 | Articles
Retail Renaissance: Adapting Malls for Success The modern retail landscape is undergoing significant transformations, spurred by evolving consumer behaviors, technological advancements, and economic shifts. The pandemic accelerated these changes, pushing retailers to...