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Look Under Your Retail TIC’s "Hood" Before the 45-Day Deadline

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Look Under Your Retail TIC’s "Hood" Before the 45-Day Deadline

October 23rd, 2026|6 min read

Know The Talented Team Behind a Profitable, Hands-Off Retail TIC

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Know The Talented Team Behind a Profitable, Hands-Off Retail TIC

October 11th, 2026|6 min read

Exposing How to Successfully Qualify TIC Interests For A 1031 Exchange

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Exposing How to Successfully Qualify TIC Interests For A 1031 Exchange

October 5th, 2026|6 min read

How to Navigate a 1031 Exchange Timeline Effectively The First Time

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How to Navigate a 1031 Exchange Timeline Effectively The First Time

September 28th, 2026|6 min read

The Complete Pre-Sale Checklist For a More Successful 1031 Exchange

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The Complete Pre-Sale Checklist For a More Successful 1031 Exchange

September 24th, 2026|6 min read

The Truth About the Core Real Estate Trap Hiding in Plain Sight

Investing Basics

The Truth About the Core Real Estate Trap Hiding in Plain Sight

August 19th, 2026|6 min read

What Uptown Scottsbluff Gets Right About HomeTown Retail Growth

Investing Basics | Properties

What Uptown Scottsbluff Gets Right About HomeTown Retail Growth

August 3rd, 2026|6 min read

Why Strong Growth Retailers Are Still Betting On Stores In 2026

Investing Basics | Management

Why Strong Growth Retailers Are Still Betting On Stores In 2026

July 13th, 2026|6 min read

The Exclusive Retail Investment Opportunities Hidden Behind The Map

Investing Basics | Management

The Exclusive Retail Investment Opportunities Hidden Behind The Map

July 9th, 2026|7 min read

What Essential Drivers Actually Reveal About Strong HomeTown Markets

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What Essential Drivers Actually Reveal About Strong HomeTown Markets

July 5th, 2026|6 min read

Why Small HomeTown Markets Deserve a Closer Look Now

Investing Basics

Why Small HomeTown Markets Deserve a Closer Look Now

July 2nd, 2026|6 min read

How To Avoid The Familiarity Trap In Your Real Estate Journey

Investing Basics | Properties

How To Avoid The Familiarity Trap In Your Real Estate Journey

June 25th, 2026|7 min read

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The Most Profitable Retail Investment Might Not Have The Highest IRR

Vocabulary | Investing Basics

The Most Profitable Retail Investment Might Not Have The Highest IRR

June 20th, 2026|7 min read

Why Quality HomeTown Market Deals Are Actually Stronger Than They Look

Vocabulary | Investing Basics | Properties

Why Quality HomeTown Market Deals Are Actually Stronger Than They Look

June 19th, 2026|7 min read

CRE Blueprint Podcast: Shopping Centers Explained by The Shopping Center Guy

Investing Basics | Management

CRE Blueprint Podcast: Shopping Centers Explained by The Shopping Center Guy

June 12th, 2026|6 min read

What CMBS Trouble Means for Enclosed Mall Debt Right Now

Vocabulary | Investing Basics

What CMBS Trouble Means for Enclosed Mall Debt Right Now

April 29th, 2026|6 min read

How to Assess a Sponsor’s Track Record in Enclosed Mall Deals

Investing Basics | Properties

How to Assess a Sponsor’s Track Record in Enclosed Mall Deals

April 24th, 2026|5 min read

The Hidden Enclosed Mall Metrics That Actually Drive Performance

Vocabulary | Investing Basics

The Hidden Enclosed Mall Metrics That Actually Drive Performance

April 23rd, 2026|6 min read

Department Store Closures Create New Opportunities for Enclosed Malls

Investing Basics | Management

Department Store Closures Create New Opportunities for Enclosed Malls

April 15th, 2026|6 min read

Enclosed Malls vs. Open-Air Centers: Which Yields Better Returns?

Vocabulary | Investing Basics

Enclosed Malls vs. Open-Air Centers: Which Yields Better Returns?

April 10th, 2026|5 min read