Category Archives: Commercial Real Estate

Everything about commercial real estate…from a 6-plex to a high-rise.

Stunning 360 Degree Images of Abandoned Property Sites in Detroit

Please take a look at this link of a 360 degree photo tour of several spots in or around Detroit, including the abandoned Michigan Central Train station.
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Mall Vacancies Highest in 11 Years

Online retail sales keep climbing, big box retailers keep wondering what to do with all their space, and small stores struggle to survive at all. Continue reading

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Slow-Mo Commercial Real Estate Cliff-Dive Gathers Speed

No need for a fancy report to see the signs of decay in CRE. Signs of the ongoing CRE meltdown are everywhere–empty storefronts, mall shops and vacant office complexes abound. Continue reading

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Alamo Plaza Jumps the Shark

About 1/3 of the shopping center is currently vacant – with more (like blockbuster) soon to come. You’d think the landlords and owners would start to realize that their rents are unrealistic. Continue reading

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Shuffling the Commercial Real Estate Deck

Companies are moving at the drop of a hat to get better rates or a better location for the same price. The effect of this is of course deflationary, adding to price pressures and more commercial real estate defaults.
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