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SimonCRE is a full service commercial real estate developer based in Scottsdale, AZ and founded in 2010 by Joshua Simon, with the goal to refine the commercial real estate development industry. Joshua wanted to build a company that was unique, willing to adapt, and left a lasting impact on the communities it served. 

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We will develop more than 40 projects valued at $100,000,000 in the next 12 months, specializing in retail ground-up development, redevelopment, and single-tenant build to suit development in primary, secondary, and tertiary markets.

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Scottsdale Developer Plans Another Retail Center in West Valley City

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Nearly 100,000-Square-Foot Retail Center Proposed for Buckeye

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Taylor Swift’s New Movie a Lifeline to Malls and Movie Theaters

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NAIOP Member Projects to Know Heading Into 2024

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The Village is Growing in Surprise

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SimonCRE Closes on Surprise City Center Retail Site

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SimonCRE Will Develop Elm Street at Surprise City Center

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Surprise Mixed-Use Project Developer Reveals Tenants

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Joint Venture Moves Forward on West Valley City Center Development

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SimonCRE pays $12.2M for 34.66 acres in Surprise to develop Prasada North

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Target, Kohl’s and more confirmed for fast-growing retail center in surprise

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New Valley Downtown Project Secures Several Tenants Through New Partnership

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Cooper’s Hawk prepares for opening in Surprise’s Prasada development; more real estate deals to know

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From Tenants to Business Developments, Here’s What’s Coming to the Valley in 2023

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Surprise city center moving ‘full speed ahead’

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Developer plans expansion of new West Valley shopping center next to planned furniture store

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Massive amount of retail space planned for the northwest Valley

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Guide to every restaurant coming to the Village at Prasada

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‘Village at Prasada,’ the outdoor shopping center coming to Surprise

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Lou Malnati’s, Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers added to new Surprise mall

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Lou Malnati’s and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers to Open In Surprise

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Village at Prasada in Surprise gets 2 new restaurants

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Two new restaurants sign on to open at Village at Prasada shopping center in Surprise

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How many deals will rising interest rates wipe away? CRE pros in wait-and-see mode

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New restaurants, retail and grocery store coming soon to Surprise

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Village at Prasada, one of largest planned retail centers in the Valley, is nearly 100% leased

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West Valley office, retail projects gain momentum as interest from businesses increase

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Here’s What You Need To Know About The Village At Prasada in Surprise

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Developer Bets on Phoenix Growth With New Outdoor Shopping Mall

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A national developer is betting on a retail rebound

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Joshua Simon Selected in ICSC’s 4 Under 40 for 2021

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A popular Phoenix craft brewery is coming to the West Valley. Here’s where and when

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Scottsdale-based real estate developer set to build a massive outdoor mall in Surprise

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West Coast’s First Major Power Center in Over a Decade to be Developed by SimonCRE

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Top Young Professionals of 2021 | Commercial Observer

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Retail activity up ‘dramatically’ in West Valley: Developer talks big expansion plans

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Grand Opening of Ameripark Covered Storage in Tucson, AZ

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Purchase of Multi-Pad Center to be a $20M Project at Build Out

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SimonCRE Hits 200 Projects by 10th Anniversary Year

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2020 Next Generation Honoree: SimonCRE’s Joshua Simon Adheres to “First In, Last Out” Approach

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Joshua Simon Featured in ICSC’s Shopping Centers Today

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Joshua Simon Featured in DLC Management Corp.’s Retail Retold Podcast

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SimonCRE-Developed Starbucks in Glendale, AZ Sells for $2.7 Million

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Long-term Lease for Denny’s Executed for SimonCRE Development in Laveen, AZ

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Joshua Simon Featured in CommercialCafe’s Expert Insights

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GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum Names Joshua Simon an Influencer in Retail

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New RV and boat storage facility under construction in Tucson, AZ

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IREM-CCIM Economic Outlook brings together the industry’s best

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More details revealed on new West Valley Lou Malnati’s

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Chicago pizzeria, Lou Malnati’s, is coming to the West Valley

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Phoenix’s burned-down Safeway shopping center to be redeveloped with $18M

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CBRE Completes $5.1 Million Sale of The Shops at Peoria Crossings

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SimonCRE Developing New Multi-Tenant Medical Office in Laveen, AZ

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ICSC RECon RECap 2019

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SimonCRE Hires Chief of Staff

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Recent Insights

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6 Common Allowances for Tenant Improvements

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The Effect of Inflation and Rising Interest Rates on CRE Transactions

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Cap Rates on the Rise: How STNLs are Affected

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Selling Land to a Commercial Developer

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4 Reasons Investors Love Multi-Tenant Retail Centers

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What We Look for in General Contractors: Part II

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Arizona’s Growth Fuels Increasing Demand for Ground Leases

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Common Commercial Site Selection Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Why Fixed CAM Costs are the New Fix to an Old Problem

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Current Retail Uses That are Growing in Popularity and Viability

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The Dos and Don’ts of Investing in Commercial Real Estate – Part II

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How Retail Outparcels are Driving the Current Retail Center Market

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The Dos and Don’ts of Investing in Commercial Real Estate – Part I

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Why a Sale-Leaseback is a Great Option for the Current Market

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The Fine Print to Not Overlook in Retail Leases

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Selecting the Ideal Location for Your Franchise

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QSR Development Part 2: Developing a Drive-Thru

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Brick and Mortar Retail Resurgence

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As the Commercial Real Estate Industry Slows, Discount Retailers Will Hold Strong

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Important Differences in QSR Development

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How Rising Interest Rates are Good for Real Estate Investment

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How to Hire the Best Civil Engineer for Your Retail CRE Development

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Top 3 Ways to Avoid Change Orders in Commercial Construction

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What Tenants Want in a Retail Center Today

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How to Hire the Best Architect for Your Retail CRE Development Project

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2021

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Post-Closing Issues in CRE & How to Avoid Them

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Site Selection: What are the Key Factors When Identifying a Development Site?

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5 Types of CRE Project Timeline Delays to Watch For

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Pros & Cons of Ground Up Development vs. Redevelopment

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Everything Landlords Need to Know About CAM Charges

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The Life Cycle of a CRE Property

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4 Types of Commercial Real Estate Acquisition Strategies

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Tips for Attracting Customers at A Grand Opening

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Is Adaptive Reuse Right for your Business?

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Do’s and Don’ts of Buying a CRE Property

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How to Choose a Commercial Developer for Your Build To Suit

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Tips For Adding Value to a Retail Property

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FAQ’s for Environmental Site Assessments

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Three Trends That Will Change Retail Development

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Types of Roofs in CRE Development

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The Costs of Commercial Real Estate Development

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Tips for Buying a Commercial Real Estate Property

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How to Hire for Your Commercial Real Estate Development

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Is it the Right Redevelopment Opportunity?

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Digging up the Best Corners: Buying a Retail Center

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Why are SNDAs & Tenant Estoppels Important in Commercial Real Estate?

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Site Selection: Identifying the Right Markets

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5 Ways to Uncover Unknown Site Conditions Before Redevelopment

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PART II: Calculating the Depreciation on a Commercial Property

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PART I: Projecting the Potential Appreciation on a Commercial Property

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How to Value a Commercial Property + Impact of the Pandemic

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Parking Lots: Asphalt vs. Concrete

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How to Convert a Retail Store into Restaurant Space

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What Concrete Specifications are Best For Your Parking Lot?

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Due Diligence Checklist for Buying Commercial Real Estate

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Breaking Down Concrete Slabs & The 3 Main Types

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Should You Hire a Developer to Redevelop Your Space?

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The Stages of Buying a Commercial Property

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Top 3 Benefits of Hiring a Preferred Developer

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Hidden Costs of Commercial Redevelopment & How to Avoid Them

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3 Main Components of a Build to Suit Development Feasibility Study

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Tips for a More Strategic Site Selection

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What to Know About Tax Deferrals for Investment Properties

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2020

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Understanding the Other Important Lease Terms in Your Multi-tenant Property

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What to Watch for in Commercial Building Inspections

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Commercial Liens Part II: How to Avoid After the Close

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Commercial Liens Part I: What to Know Before the Close

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How to Check the Quality of a Build to Suit Development

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Checkpoints Before Buying a Single Tenant Property

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Top Benefits of Commercial Redevelopment + Examples

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How to Avoid Hidden Costs During Build to Suit Development

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How to Efficiently Manage the Entitlement Process

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No Luck Needed: The Advantages of a Build to Suit Lease

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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Single Tenant Build to Suit Development: With vs. Without a Developer

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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No Luck Needed: The Advantages of a Build to Suit Lease

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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Single Tenant Build to Suit Development: With vs. Without a Developer

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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No Luck Needed: The Advantages of a Build to Suit Lease

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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Single Tenant Build to Suit Development: With vs. Without a Developer

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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What to Know About Dining Out & Cloud Kitchens Now

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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No Luck Needed: The Advantages of a Build to Suit Lease

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Why are Environmental Assessments Important?

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5 Red Flags to Check Before Closing on a Commercial Property

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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

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Retail Tenants: How Tech is Affecting How Much Parking You Actually Need

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What to Know When Ordering a Property Condition Assessment

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4 Things to Remember with Redevelopment

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Negotiating the Details of a Build to Suit Lease

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Single Tenant Build to Suit Development: With vs. Without a Developer

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Our Top Blog Posts of 2019

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What to Know About Data-Driven Site Selection

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Everything You Need to Know About CRE Zoning Reports

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Economic Outlook: Why You Should Invest in STNL Retail Now

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Environmental Assessments Tips: When Faced With a Phase II

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5 Can’t-Miss Items During Due Diligence

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