by Akki Patel | Oct 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
San Francisco has a new mayor, and his story is quite remarkable in today’s political landscape. Daniel Lurie, who took office in January 2025, isn’t following the usual path to public office. He’s a problem-solver who spent nearly twenty years...
by Akki Patel | Sep 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
The American dream has long been synonymous with homeownership, the white picket fence, the mortgage payments that build equity, and the pride of owning your slice of the pie. Yet today, 36% of American households rent their home, representing millions of people...
by Navalta Media | Apr 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Akki Patel As a real estate developer and investor with a strong presence in hospitality, I’ve always believed that success in our industry is about more than just location, design, and amenities. It’s about how we make people feel. Danny Meyer’s Setting the Table...
by Navalta Media | Apr 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Akki Patel I recently returned from a trip that reminded me how powerful it is to feel welcomed—offered a place to stay, a warm meal, good conversation. I experienced generosity at every turn, and it struck me just how deeply tied our sense of well-being is to...
by Navalta Media | Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
What orginally inspired you to get into commercial real estate?My fascination started young. My father was involved in real estate, so I was surrounded by it early on. I remember being a kid, barely tall enough to hand out brochures, talking to people about projects...
by Navalta Media | Aug 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
LRE & Company’s CEO/President sat down with us to reflect on his company’s first 25 years. Q: Reflecting on the past 25 years, what have been some of the most significant milestones and achievements for LRE & Co. in Marin County and the broader...