You may think that communal living ends after college… but think again. Co-living is a new trend that’s growing in popularity – so if you haven’t been hearing about it yet, you likely will soon. Co-living, a living setup in which the bedrooms in a building are private but basically everything else is communal, has received a bad rap, destined for only the most adventurous of souls.
Amazon, Inc., considered by many to be the mall industry’s single biggest disrupter, has recently been in talks with the largest mall owner in the United States to take over space left by ailing or vacant department stores. Simon Property Group has been working with Amazon to explore the opportunity of turning some of the property group’s vacant anchor department stores into Amazon distribution hubs.
We had the chance to catch up with Travis Carson of Market Force Global. You may remember him from our very own Global Conference earlier this year. This time we dug into what business habits we should continue, what pitfalls we should be wary of, but mostly what are some ways we can be better brokers.
Even though many states have implemented phased reopening plans, there are still many social distancing requirements due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This has had a huge impact on a number of industries, including the multifamily industry and the apartment leasing experience. While virtual tours have gained popularity, so have self-guided tours that don’t require a leasing assistant, according to a recent study conducted by RENTCafe.
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If you’ve spent any time in the real estate industry at all, you’ve likely heard all about smart technology and how it is being incorporated into today’s multifamily housing. From smart locks and smart lockers to smart lights and smart speakers, today’s smart home technologies seem endless — and they’re improving the rental experience for both tenants and property managers. But how?
You’ve probably heard the term “big data” — after all, it is one of the biggest buzz words these days, and for good reason. Big data is everywhere and is having a huge impact on nearly every industry, including commercial real estate. And soon enough, if commercial real estate professionals aren’t using big data in their business, they’ll get left behind their competition. But before you get started, how much do you really know about big data in the real estate space?
If you spend any time at all talking about networking technology, it’s nearly impossible to avoid talking or hearing about the cloud. But how much do you really know about the cloud? Have you implemented cloud technology into your business model yet? Don’t worry, if your business hasn’t made the jump to cloud-based technology, you’re not alone. If you’ve been thinking about moving to the cloud, here are # things that you should consider before making the switch.
We will be featuring Crystal Proenza, founder of Growth Mindset and a strategic consultant and culture expert. Crystal has over 13 years of experience in commercial real estate, including writer and associate editor for Globe St., Director of Public Relations, Global and US Marketing at Colliers, and Chief Brand and Performance Officer at Honest Buildings (later acquired by Procore Technologies). She is known for her ability to empower leaders and drive performance, especially in times of change or challenge. She has guided a company to success during a recession, created tremendous growth with scrappy budgets, and successfully took two companies through acquisitions/mergers, all with a focus on leadership, operational efficiency and communication.
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