October is often New York hotels’ busiest month. Last week, occupancy was hovering under 40 percent.
12 Must Reads for the CRE Industry Today (Oct. 9, 2020)
The National Multifamily Housing Council’s Rent Payment Tracker found 79.4 percent of apartment households made a full or partial rent payment for the month by October 6. Dollar General to open stores aimed at more high-income shoppers, reports the Wall Street Journal. These are today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.
Established Proptech Players Continued to Amass Funds in the Second Quarter
Private equity investments in proptech firms increased in dollar volume during the period, but deal count was down almost 40 percent.
Consider the “Gross-Up” in Lease Modifications and New Commercial Leases
Provisions like these can help both landlords and tenants.
Does Amazon Even Care About Whole Foods Anymore?: Sarah Halzack
The chain’s sale gains during the pandemic haven’t matched those of its competitors.
Lenders Get Stuck with Busted Eateries After Bidders Get Scarce
California Pizza Kitchen Inc. had to cancel an auction to sell itself this week after no buyers bid for the company.
Eight Must Reads for the CRE Industry Today (Oct. 8, 2020)
The loan forgiveness process for the small business loans has drawn complaints from the Government Accountability Office, according to Reuters. Ruby Tuesday has filed for Chapter 11, reports Boston Restaurant Talk. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.
Advisors Struggle to Reopen Offices
Going back to work in the physical world is proving to be a challenge to advisory firms that want to do it right.
Service Properties Trust to End Marriott Pacts, Sell Hotels
The management agreements, which were set to expire in 2035, cover a hotel portfolio that spans across 31 states.
Student Housing Investment Sales Volume Remains Depressed
Despite in-person class policies that vary across the country, on paper occupancies at many off campus student housing properties remains high. That’s not helping deals go through, however.

