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CB Richard Ellis promote Watkins and Chao

CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) has recently promoted Steven Robinson, in the Retail Services Group and Roshan Shah, in the company's Global Brokerage Services Group, to vice president. They were previously senior associates. Robinson primarily conducts retail transactions representing tenants and landlords, with some work in investment sales. Robinson is a member of Real Estate Board of New York and International Council of Shopping Centers. He graduated from Seton Hall University with a bachelor of arts. In his three years with CBRE's Midtown office, Shah has advised several large and boutique financial services firms, with an emphasis on evaluating and implementing strategic real estate plans for hedge funds and private equity firms. Shah graduated with honors from Boston University School of Management, with a bachelor of science in Business Administration.
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Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to help transform lending by enhancing decision-making, improving risk management and streamlining operations. With AI-powered tools that analyze vast amounts of data, lenders are able to assess borrower creditworthiness more accurately and efficiently. AI can evaluate a wide range of factors,
New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

Walk down any New York block this year and you can feel it. The sidewalks are crowded, the storefronts are lit, and the energy that defines this city is back at full volume.
The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

There was a time when an offering memorandum (OM) was pretty bare bones, some photos, a few bullet points on income, and a rent roll thrown in at the back. That used to get the job done. Not anymore. In 2025, buyers are sharper, faster, and more selective. They’re looking
Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

You have a right to be concerned. I am always surprised at the companies that will negotiate the price of their new facility down to the last dollar, without thoroughly analyzing their