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  • Trout Daniel & Associates

    Trout Daniel & Associates Announces Rebrand Launch

    Maryland-based Commercial Real Estate Firm drives client success by keeping ahead of an ever-changing market. Timonium, Md., 2019: In response to the rapid changes in the Commercial Real Estate industry, Trout Daniel & Associates has evolved and is relaunching their brand to reflect their innovative offering, including a refreshed logo and website experience. The launch… Continue reading›

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    Anchor’s Away – What to Do With Empty Anchor Space

    I’m sure you’ve heard the news and have seen the signs, especially around Hunt Valley. The almost-empty parking lot and barely any foot traffic – Sears has announced that the larger portion of their retail stores are going to close. In fact, throughout the Baltimore region, there are a good number of Sears units that… Continue reading›

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    Today’s Retail Investor: The Worst of Times, or the Best of Times?

    To many, eCommerce is a virus, destroying big-box stores and leaving empty shopping centers in its wake. To others, eCommerce is a necessary disruption, forcing an often staid industry to prune their portfolio, innovate and adapt to a new age of consumer. One thing is certain: the loss of traditional retail has created a sagging… Continue reading›

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    What to Look Out For in Commercial Leases

    New mixed-use developments are thriving throughout the country. The reason is simple: people want convenience close to home. But this new trend is not just advantageous to the lifestyle of everyday Americas. It’s a huge opportunity for the savvy retailer. There’s no arguing numbers for big-box stores are down almost everywhere, from patrons to profit… Continue reading›

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    Out with the Old and in with the New Again

    Out With The Old, And In With The New Adaptive re-use projects are nothing new. Developers have been converting vacant downtown office buildings into apartments for decades. They’re saying, “out with the old and in with the new!” The latest trend in adaptive, re-use projects, however, is taking things to a whole new level, turning… Continue reading›

  • TDA

    Investing in Retail in the Age of eCommerce

    When it comes to retail, most investors rely on a classic and relatively simple matrix to determine if an asset is a sound investment. You plug in the sales figures, measure business stability, look at the lease rate and lease term, see who’s guaranteeing the lease, add a couple of other variables and you basically… Continue reading›

  • CAP Rates vs IRR

    How Residential is Revamping Retail

    New mixed-use developments are thriving throughout the country. The reason is simple: people want convenience close to home. But this new trend is not just advantageous to the lifestyle of everyday Americas. It’s a huge opportunity for the savvy retailer. There’s no arguing numbers for big-box stores are down almost everywhere, from patrons to profit… Continue reading›

  • TDA

    The Benefit of Keeping Common Area Costs in Check

    If common area costs don’t make your list of top rental property concerns, you’re not alone. Many landlords and management companies don’t see the need to keep these costs in check. They also don’t look past the capital cost burden of common area improvements. Here’s a few reasons why this thinking can lead to trouble… Continue reading›