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Jun 29, 2021

ESG Part 1: What You Need to Know

In the world of commercial real estate, investing, and beyond, “ESG” is becoming a frequent topic of discussion. But what exactly is ESG? Why is everyone talking about it? And what does it mean for your business? ESG stands for Environmental Social and Governance, and refers to the three key factors when measuring the sustainability and ethical impact of an investment in a business or company. More specifically, ESG is a generic term often used in capital markets and is commonly practiced to evaluate the behavior of companies, as well as consider their future financial performance. We are seeing investors take social responsibility seriously by diligently researching companies’ ESG profiles and using ESG criteria to screen potential investments. The graph below describes what falls under the ESG umbrella.

Jun 28, 2021

CBC Chatter: Cannabis & Commercial Real Estate Recap & Insights

On June 24th, 2021, Coldwell Banker Commercial hosted its second CBC Chatter, a virtual quarterly series hosted by Managing Director Dan Spiegel to discuss hot topics in the world of commercial real estate. This event focused on cannabis and how the industry is warming up to the trend.

May 11, 2021

There's an Industrial Real Estate Building for That

If you pay any attention to commercial real estate news, you can’t help but notice that industrial is the darling of the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector right now. With the exponential increase in e-commerce demand over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this sector is having an amazing year. And the disruptions in supply chains have really underscored the need for additional industrial real estate across the U.S. As stated by Anthony M. Graziano, MAI, CRE, CEO of Integra Realty Resources, “One of the key lessons of the coronavirus crisis has been the need to re-think supply chain management with businesses supplementing traditional, ‘just-in-time’ strategies, meant to minimize costs, with ‘just-in-case’ measures.”

Apr 12, 2021

CBC Chatter

On April 6th, 2021, CBC Chatter launched as a virtual series focused on discussing the hottest and most relevant industry topics and trends.

Sep 1, 2020

3 Things Savvy Investors Should Know About Opportunity Zones

Opportunity zones were created as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, as a way to encourage real estate development and corporate presence in low-income communities. By using this program, investors are able to defer an unlimited amount of tax, as well as receive additional tax benefits and exclusions, assuming that certain requirements are met on gains reinvested into a Qualified Opportunity Fund, otherwise known as a QOF.

Jun 2, 2020

Real Estate’s Industrial Sector Amid COVID-19

No matter where you turn to get your news, you’re likely to be bombarded by anything and everything related to COVID-19 right now. The full impact of this novel virus on our world has yet to be fully understood. In fact, you’ve probably heard the term “unchartered water” more than once — and this is probably the best way to describe today’s environment.

Apr 30, 2020

Turning your Capital into Commercial Capitol

Chicago is well known for being nicknamed “the windy city.” Some say it is because of the cold winds coming off Great Lake Michigan. Others say the nickname originated from the residents who allegedly were well known for being braggarts. Yet, there are those that say the real reason Chicago is called the windy city is because of the hot air and tall tales that were uttered from the mouths of politicians who would gather in the city. If the third urban legend is true, then working in any capital city, where politicians congregate for legislative sessions, may also be considered a windy city, regardless of the topography.

Apr 9, 2020

Acquiring Commercial Property and Environmental Audits: Do I Need One?

When purchasing any commercial property, it is important to know the history of that property and find out if there might be environmental contamination that could impact plans for, or the occupants of the property. In order to thoroughly evaluate a property and shield a new owner from liability for existing environmental issues, it is important to conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA).

Sep 17, 2019

Gas Station Changes are Fueling Investor Appetites

Growing up in a small town on the East Coast, the corner service station was a refuge where the neighborhood kids could congregate and chat over an ice-cold Coke. Our parents trusted the mechanics, the attendants filled their tanks, and everyone knew each other’s names. Fast forward to today, and small filling stations have all but disappeared, replaced by large chains, some of which boast cult-like followings. Service bays have been replaced by convenience stores, fast food chains, and even roadside stops that more closely resemble department stores.

Aug 8, 2019

Opportunity Zones: 3 Trends to Watch

It’s no secret that one of the most impactful additions to recent Tax Code has been the creation of a specific investment incentive program under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This program, which focuses on certain low-income communities known as Opportunity Zones, is designed to help spur economic development and growth in otherwise distressed areas by enabling savvy real estate investors to delay taxation on capital gains until December 31, 2026 – but only when they invest the gains into one of these Qualified Opportunity Zones. What’s more, this particular program has additional tax breaks built in for real estate investments that are held for 5, 7, and 10 years.