What’s in Store: Retail Real Estate’s Investment Outlook

About this episode

Phil Block and Chris DeCouflé discuss the investment outlook for retail real estate and the strategies driving returns.

Retail real estate has emerged as an increasingly attractive asset class. LBX Investment’s Phil Block and CBRE’s Chris DeCouflé discuss the strategies driving today's returns and where the smart money is headed. * Operational intensity is unlocking significant value. * Adding multifamily or event spaces to traditional retail can enhance investment returns. * Mispriced risk in retail presents opportunities for value-add and core strategies. * Incorporating grocers strategically can boost open-air center value. * Technology and data are crucial for underwriting retail real estate investments.

People in this episode

Guests: Phil Block, Chris DeCouflé

Topics covered

• retail real estate
• investment strategies
• value-add opportunities
• multifamily integration
• technology in real estate

Keywords

• retail real estate
• investment outlook
• value-add
• multifamily
• technology
• data
• operational intensity

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Organizations: LBX Investment, CBRE

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