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• Quick Hits | Boston Office: The Hub Nears a Turning Point May 7, 2025
  Boston is one of the nation’s top options for CRE investors. In 2024, the area ranked 8th nationally for total CRE sales volume ($10 billion+) and was third for cross-border investments. In most years, the office sector is the primary driver of sales volume. The market features a large selection of high-quality buildings, a dynamic […]
  Aaron Jodka
• Optimizing Existing Healthcare Facilities Through Retro-Commissioning May 6, 2025
  As healthcare systems face rising operating costs and the pressure of meeting carbon reduction mandates, facility leaders are increasingly seeking ways to improve building performance without major capital investment. Retro-commissioning (RCx) offers a strategic, cost-effective path forward. Focused on optimizing existing systems, RCx identifies and resolves operational issues to improve energy performance, enhance reliability, and […]
  Evan Wyner
• The Science of Sound: How Music Shapes Retail Experiences May 1, 2025
  An interview with Ola Sars, Founder of Soundtrack Music has long been a part of the retail experience, but its strategic potential is often overlooked. In a recent interview, Ola Sars, CEO of Soundtrack, shared how curated in-store playlists can transform customer experiences, boost sales, and differentiate brands. With deep roots in music technology — […]
  Anjee Solanki
• Quick Hits | MSCI Q1 Update: Volume Up 17% YOY  April 30, 2025
  Investment sales activity continued its upward trend, with volume increasing 17% compared to a year ago. All asset classes posted gains except for office. Despite this rise in volume, the number of properties trading remains muted, with a 12% decline compared to the start of 2024. Recent market uncertainty and volatility are weighing on deal […]
  Aaron Jodka
• Retail Recorded, Episode 34 | Curating Retail: Strategy, Storytelling & Community with Evie Gross April 28, 2025
  In this episode of Retail Recorded, host Anjee Solanki chats with Evie Gross, VP of National Accounts at Brixmor Property Group, to unpack the art and science behind curating the ideal tenant mix. From tailoring merchandising strategies across 360+ shopping centers to placing Tesla in a former grocery box, Evie offers a candid look at […]
  Anjee Solanki
• What Will Healthcare Facilities Look Like in 2030? April 28, 2025
  What if your next visit to a healthcare facility felt more like stepping into a tech-enabled, hospitality-inspired experience rather than a traditional hospital? Looking ahead to 2030, healthcare facilities are on the verge of major change. Driven by fast-moving technology, new approaches to care, and rising patient expectations, the healthcare real estate of the future […]
  Shawn Janus
• Quick Hits | Healthcare Holds a Steady Pulse in Shifting Markets April 24, 2025
  The stability of the medical sector continues to capture investors’ attention. According to data from Revista, fundamentals are improving across both the top 50 and top 100 markets—a trend observed in both on-campus and off-campus properties. Occupancies have been rising steadily since late 2020/early 2021, while rents are on the upswing. As a result, medical […]
  Aaron Jodka
• The Evolving K-12 Landscape: How Vouchers and Demographic Shifts Are Reshaping Education April 23, 2025
  The K-12 education landscape in the United States is undergoing a seismic shift. As we look toward 2030, two dominant forces—expanding school voucher programs and shifting population demographics—are converging to redefine how, where, and by whom education is delivered. These changes are not just academic—they will significantly impact real estate needs, school planning, funding models, […]
  Todd Noel
• Essential Deal Terms for Investing in Port Gateway Real Estate April 18, 2025
  Port gateway real estate offers substantial investment opportunities, fueled by expanding trade routes, increasing demand for industrial space, and the ongoing trend of nearshoring. By understanding industry-specific deal structures, optimizing underutilized land, and engaging in flexible agreements, investors can unlock significant returns and long-term growth potential. Such deal terms can be successfully applied to a […]
  Patrick Beard
• Quick Hits | Life Sciences Supply Emerges as Market Rebalances April 17, 2025
  • The life sciences market is showing signs of stabilization, with indicators pointing toward a future recovery.• Supply-side pressure is waning, and unlike in 2023, when all major markets posted rising vacancies, that trend did not continue in 2024.• Venture capital funding in 2024 was the fourth strongest on record.• Although job growth picked up […]
  Aaron Jodka
• Egg-onomics 101: The True Cost of Easter in 2025 April 16, 2025
  It’s not just eggs getting more expensive—though they’ve become the poster child for inflation. Regarding financial stress, it’s hard to tell what came first: the chicken or the economic egg chaos. Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, U.S. consumers are projected to spend $23.6 billion on Easter this year—a 5% increase from 2024—according to the National Retail […]
  Anjee Solanki
• Industrial Capital Markets Outlook: Disciplined Optimism in 2025 April 14, 2025
  Industrial capital markets continue to evolve, shaped by disciplined investment strategies, shifting interest rate expectations, and selective capital deployment. While economic uncertainty remains, investor confidence has strengthened, particularly in core, well-located assets. Liquidity is expanding beyond short weighted average lease terms (WALT), mark-to-market deals, and moving into long WALT assets and even select development projects. […]
  Stephanie Rodriguez
• Quick Hits | April Numbers to Watch: Signs of Stress Emerging April 10, 2025
  At Colliers, we understand the importance of interconnected data, macroeconomic trends, and anecdotes in real estate decisions. With that in mind, here are 10 numbers and trends that have recently caught our attention. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas anticipates power demand increasing by the equivalent of 30 nuclear power plants by 2030. There were […]
  Aaron Jodka
• U.S. Retail Enters 2025 with Steady Demand, Supply Constraints, and a Wave of Closures April 9, 2025
  While the retail market appears slightly weaker than last year, the ongoing shortage of quality available space continues to underpin fundamentals. Despite a rise in closures and softening demand, most vacated locations are being backfilled quickly—a trend most notably illustrated during Party City’s recent bankruptcy auction. Nearly a third of the chain’s 695 leases were […]
  Nicole Larson
• Quick Hits | MSCI February Update: Volume Uptick April 3, 2025
  Office Office continues to lead in year-over-year volume gains, with $3.5 billion in sales. CBD activity has been the standout, with sales up 217% in February compared to last year. In one of the largest deals of the month, Sutter Health acquired a two-property, 565,000 SF portfolio in Emeryville, CA, from BioMed Realty for $450 […]
  Aaron Jodka
• Retail Recorded, Episode 33 | Eatertainment Through Design April 2, 2025
  In this episode of Retail: Recorded, host Anjee Solanki sits down with Melissa Gonzalez, Principal and Founder of MG2 Advisory (now part of Colliers Engineering & Design), to explore the dynamic evolution of eatertainment—the intersection of food, fun, and immersive experiences. Melissa shares her design-forward approach to crafting venues that balance cost, flexibility, and storytelling, […]
  Anjee Solanki
• Industries Revealed: The Future of Economic Incentives: A Q&A with Monty Turner and Anjee Solanki April 2, 2025
  As government policies, corporate expansions, and infrastructure investments continue to evolve, economic incentives play a crucial role in shaping business decisions. But how do companies navigate the complex landscape of incentives, and what trends are shaping the future? In this Q&A, Colliers’ Monty Turner, Senior Vice President & Principal, Site Selection and Economic Incentives Group, […]
  Anjee Solanki
• Healthcare’s Tech Revolution: Implications for Real Estate Strategy March 31, 2025
  Will your next doctor’s visit happen virtually, monitored by wearable tech, and supported by AI-driven diagnostics? That future is already here. The healthcare industry is undergoing a rapid, tech-driven transformation that’s changing how and where care is delivered. From artificial intelligence and 3D printing to telehealth and blockchain, today’s innovations are improving outcomes, reducing costs, […]
  Shawn Janus
• Career Strategies for Women in CRE: Empower & Advance March 27, 2025
  It’s well-documented that businesses thrive when women hold senior leadership roles. Yet, commercial real estate (CRE) has historically lagged behind other industries in achieving gender diversity at the executive level. One of the key factors in strengthening a career pipeline and breaking systemic barriers is providing access to mentors and career advocates who understand the […]
  Anjee Solanki
• Quick Hits | Retail Reinvented: Trends Shaping the Future of U.S. Shopping March 27, 2025
  Colliers Capital Markets recently sat down with Anjee Solanki, National Director, Retail Services & Practice Groups | U.S., to discuss the latest trends in retail. Colliers Capital Markets (CCM): Recent headlines are saying 2025 will be a challenging year for retail, with record-setting store closures. How do you see the market evolving over the course […]
  Aaron Jodka