While 2018 was a fascinating year for the real estate industry, 2019 is set to be even more disruptive as economic headwinds mount, industry consolidation accelerates, building owners become “friend” or “foe,” and institutional capital continues to flow into the...

Developers plan to deliver 337,000 new apartment units this year, up from 320,000 in 2018, according to RealPage. Developers will keep adding pressure on the apartment sector in 2019, with plans to open hundreds of thousands of new luxury units in 2019. New renters...

It’s the first Lakewood Ranch community to be built in Sarasota County. Lakewood Ranch, the enormously successful master-planned community, is having a growth spurt. Mid-sized gated communities are springing up to the north. Some of them don’t seem to be attached to...

Digital transformation has impacted nearly every industry in 2018 and the commercial real estate industry was no different. Building owners, property managers and building engineers alike have scrambled to replace outdated business operations, decision making models...

Apartments dominate, but resorts rise Apartments once again dominated the Top Deals in the region’s three distinct submarkets, but the Gulf Coast returned somewhat to equilibrium in that large transactions occurred in various property sectors in 2018, echoing past...

Being a landlord in the modern era is not easy. Even the best landlords often feel as though there are not enough hours in a day. The balance of maximizing a return on investment while creating a positive experience for tenants can turn into a never-ending list of...

Goodbye 2018, hello 2019! As the new year approaches, Bisnow spoke with several industry execs, researchers and economists to uncover the major trends expected to dominate the commercial real estate industry in the coming year. From the rise of opportunity zones to a...

Every lease agreement will contain a section for tenant improvement allowances – a set amount allocated by the landlord for build out, retrofit, or new construction to suit the new tenant’s needs. The amount provided is dependent on various factors, including length...

When it comes time to expand your business to your first office or upgrade to a more suitable location, there’s plenty to worry about. Budgetary concerns, logistics, and ensuring continuity of business during the relocation are all crucial elements. Before you...

Despite heightened competition and economic trends, new tower slated to stand apart. Ascentia Development Group’s latest luxury condominium tower — planned for downtown Sarasota in the wake of successful projects on Longboat Key and Tampa — comes long into the...