Economic Development

Economic Development

January 16, 2025
Don Catalano

10 Considerations to Find Your Perfect Industrial Space

Selecting the right warehouse location is a game-changer for your business. It impacts everything from operational efficiency to long-term success. Whether you’re setting up a distribution center, manufacturing hub, or logistics facility, making the right choice is crucial. Read on to discover the key factors that will guide your decision, backed by expert insights and […]
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What the Flight to Quality Means For The Office Market

In this article, you’ll learn: The “flight to quality” trend’s impact on demand for premium office spaces. How falling property values and rising vacancies affect urban real estate markets. Biden Administration’s potential solutions for converting empty offices to housing. Regional economic shifts driven by changes in office market dynamics. The “flight to quality” phenomenon is […]
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Retail Closures, the Office Market, and Urban Dystopian Spiral

In this article, you’ll learn: How the “Urban Dystopian Spiral” is worsening urban decline through vacancies and rising crime. The impact of retail closures in major cities, driven by high theft and low foot traffic. How lenient shoplifting laws are accelerating store closures and urban decay. The link between rising crime and declining office markets, […]
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Advanced Manufacturing is the Future of the Industrial Sector

In this article, you’ll learn: The impact of advanced manufacturing technologies on factory operations. Key investments and legislation, like the CHIPS Act and Inflation Reduction Act, driving the sector. The advantages of onshoring and nearshoring for U.S. and neighboring countries. Regional growth in the South and Midwest, and benefits to Canada and Mexico. In the […]
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Converting Empty Office Space into Housing in NYC

In this article, you’ll discover: NYC’s efforts to convert vacant office space into affordable housing due to high vacancies and falling property values. The New York City Office Conversion Accelerator’s role in easing the conversion process and zoning regulations. Design and structural challenges that complicate conversions. High costs leading to more luxury rather than affordable […]
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CMBS Loans Coming Due and Concessions: Trouble in Washington D.C. and Beyond

In this article, you’ll learn about: Rising delinquencies and distress in Washington D.C.’s CMBS loans. Significant office space financial strain and high concession rates. Boston facing high vacancy rates and reduced leasing activity. Shorter lease terms affecting landlord profitability and tenant flexibility. Washington D.C.’s commercial real estate market is bleeding. With CMBS loans looming over […]
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Essential Amenities Shaping the Modern Office

In this article: Amenities that simplify commuting, including transit access and EV charging. Productivity boosters like smart technology and reserved meeting spaces. Health-focused features such as fitness centers and improved air quality. Flexibility for hybrid work with versatile spaces for meetings and events. Obviously, we are in a different working world than we were several […]
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The AI Disruption: How AI Will Affect the Demand for Office Space

In this article, we explore: AI’s potential to replace office workers and reduce demand for office space The impact of AI on commercial real estate and office portfolio reductions Challenges AI poses to landlords and office property values How AI can optimize office space efficiency Opportunities for tenants to negotiate better lease deals The full […]
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Will The Trend Towards Onshoring Increase Demand for Industrial Space?

In this article, you’ll learn: How onshoring is increasing demand for industrial space in the U.S. Factors driving the onshoring trend, including cost and supply chain resilience. The impact of onshoring on industrial tenants and their opportunities. Expected changes in industrial space availability and leasing dynamics. In the rapidly changing landscape of global manufacturing, onshoring […]
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