Want to Break into CRE?
It must be that time of year. We’ve had three calls from acquaintances asking what’s the best way for their child, who just obtained their degree in Greek Mythology (or some other similar study), to get into Commercial Real Estate (“CRE”). Perhaps it’s a sign of “market heat” and CRE’s
Top 10 Books for the CRE Professional
Top 10 Summer Reading Picks for the CRE Professional: But first, “to read or not to read” that is the question being hotly debated over a couple of brews at the local tavern. After a busy day of work Eli and I got a couple pints and discussed life, the Universe and the books we are currently reading…
Top 10 Tips For Surviving ICSC RECon
I attended my first ICSC in Vegas when I was 22 years old representing a shopping center management and leasing firm. Boy, did I make some rookie mistakes. Here are ten tips that I’ve learned the hard way over the last 25 years of attending ICSC and other RE conferences in Las Vegas…
Pre ICSC Retail Forecast Part III
Last week I touched on why cities will see more activity than suburbs for a cycle in Pre ICSC Retail Forecast – Part II. In preparation for ICSC, we are putting together several prediction pieces starting with last week’s opener. Driven by economic and societal trends and a quest…
Profile of a Legend: The Empire Builder Stephen Ross
Stephen Ross – The Empire Builder: Stephen Ross, with an est net worth of approximately $8B, is one of the wealthiest RE developers in the world. Ross is a generous philanthropist and owner of the Miami Dolphins. How did the Detroit native build his NYC and beyond empire..