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The investment market in Japan has been mostly doom and gloom since the last quarter of 2008. The market has just begun to change with the rollover of the financial year in April.
Savvy optimists finding the silver lining in Japan real estate
Michael Bowles
Jun 28 2009 [
2:03
]
In view of the recent slowdown in the uptake of space, developers are offering "fit-outs" as a value add in order to take on capital costs. But are clients making the most of this opportunity?
Extracting Real Value out of Developers
Gagan Singh
Jun 24 2009 [
2:07
]
With robust fundamentals and macro economic factors in place, India's real estate demand is going to resurface faster than the other economies of the world.
Indian Economy - Expecting a faster bounce back
Anuj Puri
Jun 16 2009 [
2:58
]
Australia’s head of leasing, Kevin George, answers two frequently asked questions “When will the market turn?” and “What should owners be doing?”
Australia Leasing Update: Preparing for a market turnaround
Kevin George
Jun 16 2009 [
1:41
]
Earl Webb - CEO Capital Markets, Americas and Steve Collins - Managing Director, International Capital Group (ICG), provide their insights and projections on the Australian investment market from a US perspective.
A US perspective on the Australian investment market
Earl Webb
Jun 16 2009 [
3:36
]
Increase productivity, efficiency and sustainability by locating multiple office spaces close to clients and employees.
Dramatic improvements with "drop-in centers"
Patricia Roberts
Jun 09 2009 [
1:51
]
After a successful pilot, there are a few tactics to keep in mind for a broader implementation.
New workplace strategy: Where do we go from here?
Tish Kruse
Jun 08 2009 [
2:04
]
Process improvement methodologies can help improve a retailer's top line.
Retailers improving revenue with Six Sigma
Lynne Smith
May 14 2009 [
1:30
]
Closing a plant is complicated and several questions should be addressed first.
What to consider when consolidating manufacturing
Paul Sablock
May 13 2009 [
1:48
]
International and individual domestic investors searching for yield in US property markets may prompt some renewal.
A catalyst for the return of capital markets
David Doupe
May 12 2009 [
1:58
]
Pricing drops of 20% to 30% due to lower material and labor costs have allowed construction teams to re-examine project scope.
Lower construction costs impact current projects
Peter Belisle
May 05 2009 [
1:23
]
A focus on sustainable practices can actually reduce costs through more efficient operation and government or utility incentives.
Sustainability can save money
Sarah Friedman
May 04 2009 [
1:20
]
In the industrial sector, we are seeing the domestic market playing a more important role than ever before.
Domestic demand drives investment in China Industrial
Stuart Ross
May 04 2009 [
2:37
]
An inexpensive approach to reducing costs and carbon footprint is to track utility useage at the building level.
Go green with better data
John Schinter
Apr 30 2009 [
2:08
]
Government and utility incentives can be obtained for green projects completed as long ago as 2005.
New incentives for old projects
Eric Stavriotis
Apr 30 2009 [
1:08
]
Some owners are starting to trade out of selected assets to take advantage of reduced pricing on core and core-plus assets.
Strategic non-distressed selling is picking up
Jim Koury
Apr 28 2009 [
1:35
]
Current assumptions about rental rates, debt underwriting, exit cap rates and investor's return requirements are pushing down values by as much as 50%.
How far have property values dropped?
Robert Hielscher
Apr 27 2009 [
2:14
]
Before renewing a lease, an operational planning process helps to integrate smart real estate strategies into operations.
Go beyond the lease renewal
Daoud Awad
Apr 14 2009 [
1:23
]
Total cost of ownership and expansion flexibility point most companies toward a leasing strategy.
Should companies buy or lease?
Torrey Littlejohn
Apr 15 2009 [
1:42
]
Two good ways for tenants to protect themselves from potential landlord default.
Protect your tenant allowances and concessions
Elizabeth Cooper
Apr 13 2009 [
1:35
]
Older properties should consider setting themselves apart from the competition with LEED EB.
LEED for existing buildings is the new differentiator
Anthony Warren
Apr 08 2009 [
1:38
]
Has Spring come early to Shanghai's high-end and luxury residential market? There may be fewer expats in Shanghai, and rents may be falling, but buying interest has returned. What is behind the rebound in transaction volumes?
Shanghai Residential: An Early Spring?
Michael Klibaner
Apr 08 2009 [
2:32
]
Increasingly tenant-favorable market conditions in Shanghai provide corporate occupiers with opportunities to re-assess and restructure their existing office rental leases and achieve immediate cost savings.
Restructuring Leases: Immediate savings opportunities
Ben Tindale
Apr 08 2009 [
1:54
]
The investment case for sustainability is still strong, despite the economic downturn. In fact, sustainability is representing a real opportunity to cut costs in the short-term while ensuring the long-term viability of real estate decisions.
The green phoenix: a flight to quality in challenging times
Anita Mitchell
Apr 07 2009 [
3:01
]
There are some signs that insurance companies, banks and other institutional lenders may begin to pick up the slack.
Lender interest in real estate is shifting
Michael Singh
Mar 30 2009 [
2:01
]
Lower rents will help small to mid-sized firms grow their business in the city.
Hidden opportunity for smaller companies in NYC
Peter Hennessy
Mar 31 2009 [
2:03
]
Retailers are facing significant challenges, but real estate actions taken today can help many survive the economic downturn.