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Rising Office Demand Signals Recovery Optimism
Brandywine Realty Trust CEO Jerry Sweeney doesn’t label himself an optimist regarding the “frustratingly slow” pace of the national office market’s recovery. However, as head of one of the largest […]
Read More....Manhattan Office Tower with Saks Flagship Eyes Residential Conversion
The owner of a building adjacent to New York’s iconic Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store seeks a permit to convert its office space to residential units. The 38-story building, located […]
Read More....Philly Development Projects Delayed by Tough Financing Conditions
Major Philadelphia real estate projects aimed at transforming the city have been derailed by challenging financing and macroeconomic conditions. High interest rates, which rose to combat inflation, remain elevated in […]
Read More....Center City’s Outdoor Dining Now Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels
The latest State of Center City report unveils positive trends for the district, encompassing key landmarks such as City Hall, the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and the Ensemble Arts campus. Retail […]
Read More....Price Gaps Worsening
Surprise fees persist, sneaking onto bills from concerts to dining outings. Retail analysts note a trend of companies unbundling costs, such as adding a credit card swipe fee or extra […]
Read More....Here’s the Key Driving Downtown New York’s Revival
As downtown areas rebound, attention has primarily centered on office re-openings. However, recent findings challenge this focus, revealing that nightlife and after-hours engagement are more influential in driving recovery than […]
Read More....The Sought-After Benefit Worth a Salary Reduction
Since the pandemic, employers are seeking ways to stand out in a competitive hiring landscape. This has led to the popularity of perks like unlimited vacation and sabbaticals, as well […]
Read More....Walmart Closing All US Health Clinics Due to Profitability Issues
Walmart (WMT.N) announced on Tuesday it will close all 51 of its health clinics and end its virtual healthcare services, citing unsustainable business operations. Walmart spokeswoman Marilee McInnis stated, “Healthcare […]
Read More....WCRE April 2024 Newsletter
In the WCRE April 2024 Newsletter, we cover a variety events impacting Philadelphia, South Jersey, New York and U.S. Commercial Real Estate. This month we cover major developments in Philadelphia […]
Read More....Center City Leaders Prioritize Residential Growth Amid Office Slowdown
Since 2021, over 7,000 new residential units have been built in Center City, transforming its daily population over the past five years. The shift has been from office workers to […]
Read More....With the FTC Banning Noncompetes, Businesses Must Adapt Quickly
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a rule banning noncompete agreements, but businesses and managers shouldn’t rush to discard existing employment contracts. Legal challenges are expected to delay the rule’s […]
Read More....As Retail Shifts to Trendy Urban and Suburban Areas, What About Downtown Districts?
The challenges confronting America’s downtowns often stem from the considerable amount of vacant office space in towering buildings. Yet, another critical aspect of downtown revitalization involves addressing the growing vacancy […]
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