Database Benefits Valuation Clients as CRE Market Demands Skilled Navigation

Commercial Real Estate Requires Skilled Navigation

When I began entering commercial real estate data into a database in 1995, I never imagined it would mark the beginning of an evolving 14 year project. And the same project would wind up having an unusual but suitable name. Today the product of this effort is a powerful proprietary analytical tool which is being leveraged to provide exceptional benefits for discerning valuation clients throughout Southeastern Massachusetts. Known… [Continue Reading]

Market Snapshot: Edgartown, MA

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Edgartown, MA- While most market areas are currently experiencing contraction and increasing distress, commercial property fundamentals in the small Down Island business district in Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard, MA appear to be as favorable as the refreshing summer winds from nearby Edgartown Harbor. The sale of three retail condominium units acquired in early June 2009 provides some sense of the prevailing winds.  The three units are located at 4… [Continue Reading]

Was Anyone Really Surprised When Mr. Wallenda Fell?

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Photograph by MoonSoleil/Conny Liegl The Flying Wallenda’s were tightrope daredevils who performed without a safety net. Having perfected the 7 person human pyramid over 50 years of performing they became the most famous high wire circus act of the 20th century. In a 1963 performance two of the family fell to their deaths. Some people… [Continue Reading]