Most Livable Metro Areas in the U.S. in 2024

November 18, 2024

Alexandra Both

What is the best place to live in the U.S.? The answer varies, but livability often means striking the right balance between cost of living, city amenities and quality of life. RentCafe.com measured livability in 139 metro areas using 17 metrics divided into three categories: socioeconomics, quality of life, and location and community.

Crossing Borders: How Politics and Globalization are Impacting North American Trade

November 14, 2024

Kathryn Hamilton, CAE

At NAIOP’s Nearshoring/Onshoring Summit this week in Scottsdale, Arizona, keynote Shannon O’Neil explored globalization myths, trends in global trade, manufacturing in China and Mexico, and more. O'Neil is the vice president, deputy director of studies, and Nelson and David Rockefeller senior fellow for Latin America studies at the Council on Foreign Relations.

The Future of Prebuilt Office Spaces

November 11, 2024

Doug West

Driven by changes in the business environment and the demands of modern corporate tenants, prebuilt office spaces have transformed from underused "leftover" spaces into an integral part of commercial leasing strategies. These modern, ready-to-move-in spaces are designed to meet the evolving expectations of both building owners and corporate tenants, offering flexibility, aesthetic appeal and functional elements that reflect current office trends.

President-elect Trump and Senate Majority Expected to Prioritize Tax Legislation

November 6, 2024

Eric Schmutz

On behalf of our more than 21,000 members, NAIOP Government Affairs has long advocated for federal tax policy that aligns the economics of real estate development and investment, to promote capital formation and foster community development. That is why we have prioritized four provisions that must be included in the future tax law.

NAIOP Research Foundation Discusses Commercial Real Estate Challenges and Trends

November 5, 2024

Shawn Moura, Ph.D.

NAIOP Research Foundation Governors, Visionaries and Distinguished Fellows met in Las Vegas in October to discuss development challenges associated with water and power scarcity and possible research topics for future exploration. A panel, moderated by Marianna Hunnicutt, practice builder at Kimley-Horn, discussed how the development community in Las Vegas is working with utilities and municipal leaders to meet sustainability objectives and ensure access to water and power for future projects.

Directing Multiple Project Teams Toward One Shared Goal

October 30, 2024

Joel Brenner

Whether it's the CEO or one of their executives from the owner's side, the program or construction manager, project leadership has to set the tone for teamwork from the beginning. Key to this is building the entire team as an extension of the client’s organization, rather than as outside consultants or service providers. Bringing them into the client's vision, educating them on the brand, sharing communication and accounting platforms all help to create a more seamless workflow and culture of whole-team integration.

Competitive Advantage through Property Tax Mitigation

October 24, 2024

Ginger Meurer

As developers reduce every possible expense in a tight market, what are overlooked ways to improve their competitive position? Tax attorney Ben Blair, a partner at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, said that while you may not be able to move the building to a better location or put an intensive capital investment into improvements, you can work to lower your tax bill.

Chuck Todd on Presidential Elections Past and Future

October 21, 2024

Matt Jacob

Chuck Todd, one of the nation’s foremost political analysts, recently delivered a keynote speech at NAIOP’s CRE.Converge at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Todd shared that he’s keenly aware of what has been widely reported for the past several months: This presidential race is too close to call – and will remain so up to (and possibly through) Election Day.

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