Industrial Mergers Ramp Up

Industrial Mergers Ramp Up

It’s no secret that the industrial sector of commercial real estate is hot right now, so it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that some major mergers are happening in the space right now. Blackstone’s Blackstone Real Estate Partners VII just purchased REIT Gramercy...
Toys “R” Us Shells See a Rebirth?

Toys “R” Us Shells See a Rebirth?

Though not a shocker in the industry, the bankruptcy and subsequent liquidation of Toys “R” Us and its 735 locations is a pretty big hit to retail real estate landlords that are already dealing with their share of store closings sector-wide. The retailer had to shut...
Retail Sentiment Couldn’t Get More Complicated

Retail Sentiment Couldn’t Get More Complicated

Figuring out the health of commercial real estate’s retail sector is probably more complicated than ever right now.  Headlines detailing major department stores, such as Sears, Macy’s and Bon-Ton, closing stores seem to pop up regularly. And it’s hurting landlords....