Retail landlords want a cut of online sales from their tenants, reports the Wall Street Journal. A new coalition of more than 225 major public and private sector groups across the U.S. implores Congress to not go on recess without passing additional COVID-19 economic relief, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.
Traffic Is Returning Faster to Outlet Centers Than Malls; What Does that Mean for the Sector’s Future?
Outlet centers have not been spared the pandemic’s toll. But their open-air locations and focus on value are major advantages.
JPMorgan Targets $700 Million for Residential-Development Fund
The fund will seek to deliver annual returns of 13 to 15 percent after fees by developing single-family and multifamily rentals outside gateway markets.
18 Takeaways from Day Two of the ICSC Retail in the Age of COVID-19 Conference
On Wednesday, panelist discussions centered on the best ways for retailers and landlords to integrate e-commerce into their operations.
Nine Must Reads for the CRE Industry Today (Oct. 1, 2020)
The Fed confronts how to balance very low interest rates with the risk of asset bubbles, according to the Wall Street Journal. There’s a homelessness crisis brewing among elderly Americans, reports The New York Times. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.
Shopping Mall to Turn Virtual Power Plant in Sweden’s Green Push
Vala, which houses more than 200 shops, is already equipped with solar panels, a reserve generator and back-up batteries.
12 Takeaways from Day One of the ICSC Retail in the Age of COVID-19 Conference
Day one of the ICSC virtual conference focused on how retailers and landlords plan to rebound from the current situation.
13 Must Reads for the CRE Industry Today (Sept. 30, 2020)
U.S. retail bankruptcies and store closures have set a record in the first have of the year, reports the Wall Street Journal. CBL Properties reached an agreement with some of its note holders that will delay its bankruptcy filing until October 15, according to TheChatanoogan.com. These are among today’s must reads from around the commercial real estate industry.
Chains Expand Pandemic-Fueled Menu Trims, Tweaks and Discounting
On Monday, Pizza Hut said it is offering a large Original Pan Pizza with up to three toppings for $10.99, down from a standard price of about $18.
A Broad Spectrum of Use Keeps Land Brokers Busy
National Land Realty CEO Jason Walter outlines recent trends in land sales.

