by Akki Patel | Jun 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
There’s a version of commercial real estate that treats tenants like line items. Occupancy rates. Rent rolls. NOI per square foot. I understood that version well for most of my career. It’s not wrong; those metrics matter, and anyone who tells you...
by Akki Patel | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
When I started in commercial real estate development over two decades ago, the concept of a “neighborhood anchor” was straightforward: grocery stores, pharmacies, and big-box retailers. These tenants drew foot traffic, created jobs, and served as the...
by Akki Patel | Nov 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
For years, we heard the same story: brick-and-mortar retail was dying, physical stores were becoming outdated, and the future was fully digital. But now, in 2025, something extraordinary is happening along America’s commercial corridors. Retail isn’t just...
