Industry News & Reports
Victories, Challenges and Economic Uncertainty: CRE’s Legislative Outlook
Victories, Challenges and Economic Uncertainty: CRE’s Legislative Outlook By Kathryn Hamilton, CAE | October 7, 2025 NAIOP and commercial real estate leaders are closely watching a landscape shaped by tax policy, energy debates, tariffs and political dynamics. NAIOP’s priority issues have been front and center this year, offering both victories and challenges for the…
Read MoreLeading on Opportunity Releases Policy Brief Demonstrating Transportation’s Critical Role in Economic Mobility
Leading on Opportunity Releases Policy Brief Demonstrating Transportation’s Critical Role in Economic Mobility From REBIC Policy Brief: Transportation as a Lever for Economic Mobility in Charlotte -Mecklenburg Prepared for: Local Government, Community Stakeholders, and Business Leaders Prepared by: Leading On Opportunity Background Charlotte Mecklenburg faces one of the steepest transportation challenges in the nation. With an average one-way…
Read MoreInnovations Shaping the Future of Manufacturing Construction
Innovations Shaping the Future of Manufacturing Construction By Brian Gallagher | September 30, 2025 In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, speed, efficiency and sustainability are driving major shifts in how facilities are designed and built. From off-site prefabrication to digital integration and artificial intelligence-driven decision-making, advanced construction strategies are redefining project delivery. These innovations not only…
Read MoreCanopy Realtor® Association EXPO Publishes Podcast Link to Regional Growth Impact Panel Discussion
Canopy Realtor® Association EXPO Publishes Podcast Link to Regional Growth Impact Panel Discussion From REBIC You may have noticed the extra frequency of transportation conversations and many end up in our 2 For Tuesday articles. That’s because any proper land use discussion around residential or commercial development depends upon the successful expansion of good transportation…
Read MoreREBIC’s Matt Allen Reports Haywood City Wins, 1 Year After Helene’s Devastating Blow
REBIC’s Matt Allen Reports Haywood City Wins, 1 Year After Helene’s Devastating Blow From REBIC We’ve chosen to highlight two important stories that are intrinsically connected and highly relevant to our members. First, we recently invited Matthew Allen, J.D., into the REBIC family as an Area Advocacy Manager for Haywood, County NC. (In addition…
Read MoreGetting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Sagar Rathie
Getting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Sagar Rathie “You can have an impact!” states Sagar Rathie as he deftly handled our questions from host Rob Nanfelt. As our latest podcast guest, he approached the interview with enthusiasm and a plan. Immediately endearing and always prepared, Sagar has made a meteoric rise in the…
Read MoreREBIC | 1 for Wednesday
REBIC | 1 for Wednesday County Commissioners Approve Creation of Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority Here is the good news: During the September 16th meeting, Mecklenburg County Commissioners voted 8 to 1 to establish the Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority (MPTA). Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (District 6) cast the lone no vote. This Authority would eventually manage, and…
Read MoreBeyond Leverage: Three Negotiation Takeaways for CRE Professionals
Beyond Leverage: Three Negotiation Takeaways for CRE Professionals By Brielle Scott | September 9, 2025 “I don’t come to this with 30 years of experience. There were people on my flight here that have forgotten more about negotiation than I’ve learned,” joked Ryan Smith, senior associate for Trammell Crow Company, in a session this…
Read MoreData Puts Parking Decisions on Fast Forward
Data Puts Parking Decisions on Fast Forward By Jemicah Colleen Marasigan | September 9, 2025 The workday often begins on a parking ramp, not a lobby. That roll under the gate decides a lot: does it feel easy and welcoming, or like one more hurdle in the day? At CRE.Converge 2025 in Toronto, a…
Read MoreHow AI is Transforming Procurement
How AI is Transforming Procurement By Kathryn Hamilton, CAE | August 28, 2025 Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly moving from buzzword to business essential, particularly in procurement and supply chain management. While often discussed interchangeably with broader technology, AI is best understood as a powerful subset of technology that learns, predicts and automates. For businesses…
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