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 […]
Real estate case competitions are a great opportunity for real estate students to show what they know and practice skills used in the real estate industry. Winning a competition can be a great achievement and both improve a student’s future and showcase their passion for the industry. In this Audio Series episode, we explore the […]
Antes de utilizar uno de nuestros modelos financieros inmobiliarios (es decir, plantillas de Excel), o antes de comenzar a crear tu propia herramienta de análisis inmobiliario en Excel, es importante tener en cuenta algunas buenas prácticas de modelización financiera inmobiliaria. Esta lista combina las prácticas habituales del sector para la elaboración de modelos en Excel, […]
In the midst of conflict and uncertainty, chasing a dream can seem like a daunting task. For Dima Nazarenko, who’s featured in this special episode of the A.CRE Audio Series, this aspiration was to establish a successful career in commercial real estate. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing armed conflict in his home country, […]
In today’s society, diversity and inclusivity have become important topics across all industries, including commercial real estate. As businesses strive to be more representative of the communities they serve, CRE professionals are also recognizing the benefits of a diverse team. To gain insights on the topic of diversifying CRE, we sat down with Angela Gorbold […]