The Strip Mall Insider–Retail Commercial Real Estate Coaching
By LC on Jan 16, 2008 in Ask The Strip Mall Insider, Featured Articles, Strip Malls | comments(1)
Higher Sales Volume and Costs Justify Higher Rent for a Freestanding Drive-Thru As Opposed to a Strip Center Endcap or Inline Shop Space–But How Much Higher?
From Lyle in Illinois
Q :We are looking to open our first fast food franchise location. We have found a location which is an ex-fast food location with existing drive through […]
By LC on Dec 27, 2007 in Ask The Strip Mall Insider | comments(0)
Chosing the right depth for a strip center can mean an advantage over those who do not. From Ask The Strip Mall Insider
By LC on Dec 27, 2007 in Architecture, Construction, Featured Articles | comments(0)
One of our favorite architects discusses his role in strip mall development, and what architects can and should do. Read Ernie’s comments
By LC on Dec 11, 2007 in Construction | comments(0)
The answer depends on the sector. Residential construction is off about 40%, and labor has dropped slightly in that sector, however commercial construction costs, including strip malls, have not seen this decrease. In some submarkets construction labor costs have escalated since May 2007. We need to accept that the old domestic demand and […]
