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Experiential retail is revolutionizing the shopping experience by creating immersive, interactive environments that engage multiple senses and foster deeper connections with consumers. This trend, exemplified by innovations like IKEA's "IKEA Place" app, enhances brand loyalty and boosts sales, particularly among younger generations who value memorable experiences over material goods.
Adaptive reuse is transforming underperforming retail properties into valuable community assets like healthcare facilities, education centers, and residential units. This trend not only revitalizes local economies and reduces environmental waste but also addresses critical societal needs, making communities more resilient and sustainable.
The holiday season, spanning from Halloween to Christmas, is a critical period for retail and entertainment sectors, driving significant foot traffic and sales. This article explores how Halloween's economic impact and the holiday shopping frenzy create immense opportunities and pressures for commercial real estate.
Brick-and-mortar stores are making a surprising comeback in 2024, led by suburban shopping centers, as consumers defy economic worries and flock to stores during the back-to-school season. This resurgence is boosting foot traffic and tenant demand for shopping center REITs like Regency Centers and Kimco Realty, making them attractive options for investors.
Discover the latest trends and challenges in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector with insights from Stephen Cohen, a leading real estate attorney and industry expert. Learn how brand authenticity, strategic planning, and technology integration can help restaurant operators thrive in a competitive landscape.
Coldwell Banker Commercial explores the trend of enclosed shopping malls becoming unexpected sanctuaries from extreme heat, drawing increased foot traffic as people seek climate-controlled environments amidst intensifying heatwaves and power outages.
Integrating online and physical retail redefines the shopping experience, proving that brick-and-mortar stores still play a crucial role in the retail ecosystem.
The fitness industry was a post-pandemic success, as visits to gyms across the country surged once people were allowed to leave home and restart their in-person workout routines.
The landscape of quick service restaurants (QSRs) brims with opportunities amidst a backdrop of substantial growth and expansion.
ICSC Las Vegas, held annually in May, welcomes more than 25,000 industry professionals for 3 action-packed days of learning, networking, dealmaking and celebrating. Each year, the Coldwell Banker Commercial® brand is positioned right in the middle of the excitement, with a booth for hosting meetings with current and potential clients and to build new relationships with attendees.We kicked off the event as a sponsor of the 10th Annual Let’s Get Social Happy Hour. The event brings together CRE professionals from across the industry that are connected on social media platforms. Monday, we hosted our Client Appreciation event, featuring hors d’oeuvres and drinks to enjoy while networking.The energy in the booth was palpable. Our affiliated brokers in attendance leveraged our booth space to support their business. Daniel Galvan, managing broker of CBC Rio Grande Valley in Texas, scheduled 20 meetings with clients and prospects during the event. D Scott McLain, managing broker of CBC McLain Real Estate in Alabama, stated, “The spirit of the meeting was quite terrific. Meetings were brisk and productive, and optimism was high. It was a good meeting indeed.”With all the meetings and vendor booths to visit, ICSC definitely helps you exceed your 10,000 steps per day. And, since you can’t have an industry show without some swag, we gave away branded socks and care kits as a little treat for attendees’ feet.According to ICSC’s In Case You Missed ICSC Las Vegas article, the interests aren’t falling as fast as hoped, leading to a pricing standoff between retail property buyers and sellers. On the leasing side, landlords have the upper hand and tenants are willing to absorb the rent hikes to be in the top locations. View the entire article here.View Photo Highlights