The term “optionality” may evoke thoughts of financial derivatives, stock options, or complex trading strategies. However, in the context of commercial real estate, optionality is a far more nuanced and potent concept. Simply put, optionality refers to the flexibility to adapt a property or investment strategy to multiple uses or scenarios over time. It’s the […]
The real estate program and the Center for Real Estate at Marquette University have guided us in discovering a career path that we are excited to pursue post-graduation and have instilled confidence in our future success. While Marquette’s real estate program is small, it currently ranks #15 among the 2023 Best Undergraduate Real Estate Programs […]
Los especialistas en Adquisiciones Inmobiliarias son generalmente responsables de ayudar a buscar, analizar, realizar la diligencia debida y negociar la compra de nuevas inversiones de capital para sus empresas de inversión inmobiliaria. Es importante señalar que los profesionales de las adquisiciones suelen buscar propiedades existentes (estabilizadas o no estabilizadas), mientras que los profesionales del desarrollo […]
The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life “The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life” offers an unprecedented look into the life and investment philosophy of Warren Buffett, one of the world’s most respected and successful investors. Written by Alice Schroeder, who gained unparalleled access to Buffett and his inner circle, this […]
Roque Alaniz’s Experience: I graduated high school in May of 2021 not knowing if I was even going to attend college. I was the first from my extensive family to graduate high school, so I had no guidance on how to go about enrolling into college. Being a first-generation college student is difficult and confusing, […]
Alex Dilkovski’s Experience When I first got to Indiana University, I felt a little overwhelmed by all the different paths the Kelley School of Business offered. I knew I wanted to study something related to finance, but I didn’t know which exact industry to focus on. Early on during my second semester at IU, I […]
Georgia State University is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta and provides education to more than 51,000 students. One of the school’s most significant value add components is its proximity to business districts and the downtown “feel.” I did not consider the on-campus clubs when applying to the University. However, shortly after arriving on […]
Shoe Dog: Key Takeaways for the Real Estate Entrepreneur During a recent 12-hour car trip, I found myself immersed in the world of Phil Knight, founder of Nike, through his audiobook memoir: “Shoe Dog.” As the miles rolled by, I was inspired by Knight’s relentless persistence in the early years of what was then Blue […]
In late 2022, we at A.CRE began to dive in earnest into the world of AI. Since that time, we’ve shared numerous blog posts exploring AI use cases and training materials. We’ve also shared and built ourselves, various AI-related tools that we believe will change the face of commercial real estate. It’s been an exciting […]
In the newest episode of the A.CRE Audio Series, James Nelson, principal and head of Avison Young’s Tri-State Investment Sales Group (as well as an active CRE investor himself), shares his insights and expertise on various aspects of real estate investing to help CRE professionals develop an insider’s edge with their investments. James and the […]
Por si no se ha dado cuenta, en A.CRE hemos estado jugando mucho con la AI últimamente. La razón es que la inteligencia artificial (AI) está a punto de revolucionar el sector inmobiliario comercial transformando la forma en que operan los equipos de adquisiciones, desarrollo, gestión, asesoramiento y marketing del sector. Las herramientas de AI […]
Since diving into the world of commercial real estate (CRE), I’ve kept my eyes peeled for tools and technologies that can revolutionize the way we conduct business. One of the most exciting developments in recent years is artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in CRE. That’s why I’m thrilled to share with you another […]
In the ever-changing landscape of commercial real estate, Drew Breneman‘s path from being employed to becoming self-employed serves as an inspiring example for any professional aspiring to follow the real estate entrepreneur journey. In this episode of the A.CRE Audio Series, Drew shares his remarkable story with listeners, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs […]
As uncertainty looms over commercial real estate, the importance of being prepared to make key decisions cannot be overstated. One of the ways in which people can best prepare themselves is to look at historical examples. We wanted to make a well-known Trammell Crow Company memo from 1989 available to the A.CRE audience for their […]
In this episode of the Adventures in CRE podcast, Chad Hagle, CEO of Aventine Development and founding member of the Stanford Professionals in Real Estate (SPIRE), discusses the importance of CRE alumni associations and networking in launching successful careers. Chad shares his experience in forming SPIRE and overcoming initial resistance, highlighting the power of creating […]