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2015 Year in Review - Roger Delisle Jr.

Roger Delisle Jr., Island  Associates Real Estate Inc. Roger Delisle Jr., Island
Associates Real Estate Inc.
What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or professional achievement in 2015? Representing the seller in the development of 6 acres (former Rice Chevrolet) located at 305 Jericho Turnpike Huntington. Competing with aggressive developers and investors differentiating with our clients. The large site was located at the light west of Rte. 110, representing the developers (purchasers) in capitalizing on the location on Jericho with limited frontage. Executing the lease with LA Fitness in the rear, with potential food users in the front to complement their use. What real estate project, transaction, market trend or product had a significant impact on your industry in 2015? With the consolidation of multiple retailers adapting to the changing demographics where households downsizing compelling retailers to focus on specific niche markets vs the mass appeal as in the 80’ and 90’s.
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