Dear Lease Lover,

Grab a scoop ?—   Your monthly commercial real estate round-up is here.

As the year winds down, many of our customers are deep into planning mode. Whether it’s reviewing leases, evaluating portfolios, or strategizing for growth, now is the time to set the stage for a strong 2024.

To support your efforts, we’ve rounded up actionable insights, expert advice, and fresh content to keep you ahead of the curve.

Whether your portfolio is expanding, you're evaluating new acquisitions, or optimizing your current assets, we’re here to help with tips and strategies tailored to your needs.

? Evaluating Different Retail Space Types

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czvZ3HuofY0

Dear Lease Lover, Episode 9 takes on the challenge of selecting the right retail space. The decision can be overwhelming with options like open-air centers, mixed-use developments, strip malls, and big-box stores.

In this episode, Amanda Lee of Occupier sits down with Chris Ressa, COO at DLC, who shares his advice on aligning your retail space with your market, customers, and overall brand experience.
Hint: Choosing the right space isn’t just about real estate—it’s about understanding your customers

Email leaselover@occupier.com if you have any lease management questions you would like answered on the show!

? Product Webinar: Lease Accounting Audit Prep

Join our Lease Accounting Specialists and CPAs, Austin Robello and Vrajesh Patel, as they share actionable insights to help you stay organized, compliant, and audit-ready.

They will cover:
- Common audit pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Organizing your lease data for maximum efficiency
- Tools and resources to streamline audit prep
- Q&A with lease accounting experts

Need custom reporting support? Chat with our team!

⭐ New Customers

?️ Latest on the Fully Occupied Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A2aoHHn7X4

Kendall Whitaker from Zucker Investment Group (ZIG) dives into the vital role of real estate development and growth equity in the QSR space. He explores the significance of location selection, the rise of modular build-out concepts, and effective capital structures for syndicating deals with investors.

? Latest on the Occupier Blog

Commercial lease acquisition, lease abstraction, and lease administration — are three crucial pillars that underpin successful ventures in the commercial property sector.

Accurate financial modeling is the cornerstone of successful commercial real estate decision-making. As a commercial retailer, office occupier or healthcare provider, every choice you make can significantly impact your company’s bottom line.

?️ Interested in being on Fully Occupied?

The Fully Occupied Podcast is all about bringing together the CRE, proptech, and
tenant-rep broker world to share their stories in this ever-evolving space.

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