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Net Takeaways with Feller & Harf

Title: Net Takeaways with Feller & Harf: No Ring or Mode

Hosts: BJ Feller & Isaiah Harf

Key Topics:

• AI & Machine Learning in Commercial Real Estate: Discussing the role of AI in property valuation, market analysis, and whether traditional methods are becoming obsolete.
• The Impact of Long-Term Leases & Interest Rates: How 15- to 20-year leases are holding up in the current interest rate environment and what landlords and investors are doing to adjust their strategies.
• Preparing Commercial Properties for Institutional Sale: Practical advice for a listener managing a portfolio of family-owned commercial properties, covering how to approach the sale process and attract institutional buyers.
• The Future of Brick-and-Mortar Retail: A debate on the role of physical retail spaces in the age of e-commerce, with a focus on omni-channel retail strategies and evolving consumer expectations.

Notable Quotes:

• “AI will not take your job in commercial real estate, but someone using AI will.”
• “We’re looking at a business transformation on the level of pre- and post-internet.”
• “Omni-channel retail isn’t something to fear; it’s a future where customer experience seamlessly integrates across all platforms.”

Actionable Insights:

• Real estate professionals need to adopt AI and data-driven technologies to remain competitive.
• Long-term leases, especially 15 to 20 years, continue to hold value despite rising interest rates, though financing strategies need to be adapted.
• For owners looking to sell, compiling accurate data and working closely with brokers is a critical first step in preparing properties for institutional buyers.
• Traditional retail isn’t dead; omni-channel strategies are creating more opportunities for a seamless consumer experience across both digital and physical platforms.

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