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Rising financial pressure on U.S. farm operators is creating new opportunities for institutional investment in farmland, one of the nation’s largest and most fragmented real asset markets. As generational turnover accelerates and farmland values remain stable, institutional capital is increasingly viewing agricultural land as a scalable, long‑term investment with implications for land consolidation and future commercial real estate development.
Helen Calvin didn’t take a straight line to the CEO seat at Buildout — and she’ll be the first to tell you that’s exactly the point. In this episode, host Jenna Hille and Helen cover the real reason CRE has lagged on tech adoption, why the brokers with the highest EQ are about to pull away from the pack, and Helen’s controversial take on women-only events that might just make you rethink how inclusion actually works. Plus the mentor advice she wishes she’d heard 15 years ago and why she thinks CRE has the most resilient entrepreneurial community of any industry she’s worked in.
Coldwell Banker Professional Group has launched Coldwell Banker Commercial Professional Group (CBCPG), expanding its commercial real estate services across Oregon. The new division combines local market expertise with the global reach of the Coldwell Banker Commercial network to support investors, developers, and business owners with strategic guidance, leasing, sales, and development opportunities statewide.
Student housing demand remains strong heading into 2026, but slowing rent growth and widening market divergence signal a shift toward disciplined underwriting and operational excellence. As supply pressures and localized performance trends reshape the sector, top operators are differentiating through student‑focused experiences, university partnerships, and data‑driven management strategies.
In this extended ICYMI episode, Stephanie Alfonso of Constant Contact explains how innovative digital strategies and AI integration are transforming real estate marketing. The discussion focuses on leveraging technology to nurture long term client relationships and scale niche markets within a competitive industry. Listeners will learn practical techniques for staying relevant through a balance of modern tech and traditional relationship building.
ICSC Las Vegas 2026 brought together over 25,000 commercial real estate professionals for networking, dealmaking, and industry insights, with Coldwell Banker Commercial at the center of activity. From PropTech innovation and Women in CRE leadership to evolving retail investment trends, the event highlighted strong sector fundamentals, strategic adaptability, and the growing importance of experiential retail and relationship‑driven business development.
U.S. shopping malls are making a comeback in 2026 as Gen Z drives foot traffic and experience‑driven retail reshapes the industry. From mixed‑use developments to immersive entertainment and social spaces, successful malls are evolving into lifestyle destinations that blend retail, dining, and community engagement, while lower‑tier properties continue to lag.
On this month's ICYMI we welcome a new firm to CBC in a growing market, share some key brand talking points, provide updates on upcoming events and more.
In celebration of our 2 years anniversary, we are launching a Mini Market Tales episode featuring a mash-up of our 2024 and 2025 Halter Case Award recipients, Geroge Warmer and Todd Payne. Recorded live from the Global Conference, tune in to learn about the inspiration behind the Market Tales series as speakers share insights into their respective markets and reflect on their unique journeys into commercial real estate. Though their paths differ, both exemplary leaders are united by a commitment to integrity, a passion for the industry, and a drive to make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping data center real estate, driving massive investment while changing how these assets are developed, financed, and leased. Coldwell Banker Commercial explores how rising predevelopment capital requirements, shorter AI‑driven lease terms, and unprecedented commitments from major technology firms are redefining data center underwriting and the future of digital infrastructure in commercial real estate.