Brick-and-Mortar Resurgence, CRE Trends, and Baby Boomer Impact on Real Estate
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Steve Hamoen

Brick-and-Mortar Resurgence, CRE Trends, and Baby Boomer Impact on Real Estate

E266 • Oct 3, 2025 • 12 mins

In this episode, Steve Hamoen discusses the resurgence of brick-and-mortar retail, highlighting Regency Centers' developments like Bloom on Third and Westlake Plaza as community hubs. He examines AT&T's real estate strategy, focusing on significant downtown building sales, and delves into the current challenges and trends facing the commercial real estate market. The conversation also covers advancements in on-site renewable energy for properties, emphasizing sustainability's growing importance. Steve concludes by exploring the influence of Baby Boomers on real estate, particularly in the growth of medical offices, providing a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape.

Key Points

  • Grocery-anchored shopping centers are revitalizing retail landscapes by serving as community hubs with consistent foot traffic and a curated mix of national and local retailers.
  • Deploying onsite solar and battery storage systems is emerging as a strategic tool for commercial property owners to reduce operating expenses and enhance tenant relationships.
  • The aging Baby Boomer population is significantly driving demand for senior housing and medical office space, reshaping the commercial real estate landscape.
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