“What are the amenities” is a question that is prevailing in every sector of real estate. A concept that once existed primarily in the hospitality industry now permeates both residential and commercial trends, with different desired amenities based on the different generations. Between the three...
There is a growing sense of disconnectedness in the world. Several factors go into this: perhaps our family and friends live far away, maybe our neighborhoods lack the intentional design for cultivating connection, or it might be that we are so engaged via devices that...
A brief thought on Home Buyers attitudes towards the market....
Many years ago, Google had a fun feature that tried to predict your age, gender, race and interests based on your search history. The technology at the time wasn’t particularly refined so unless your online activity closely aligned with stereotypical assumptions about your demographic, the...
A few decades ago, the value of a college degree seemed to increase as the price of attaining one did the same. Unfortunately for many contemporary young adults, this trajectory hasn’t maintained course. The cost of higher education continues to increase but attaining a degree...
If you spend enough time around marketing professionals, you’re bound to learn the word “content” is on the tip of everyone’s tongue. The term is so ubiquitous, it often gets mixed up with other forms of marketing. Though it has many things in common with...
Even if the traditional mall isn’t the entertainment epicenter it once was, mixed-use spaces and the like have still found use for the classic mall blueprint. One of the most familiar elements brought over from the mall era is the anchor tenant. The business that “anchors”...
The way we shop has changed dramatically as new mediums and means of purchase have cropped up left and right. Consumers are searching everywhere for new products and content, so brands and business owners have to adopt a similar approach. In order to reach consumers...
Energy efficient technology in real estate has evolved from an innovative trend to a must-have feature. In both residential and commercial development, energy-saving initiatives raise property values and prioritize a focus on the future. Residential The National Association of Home Builders conducted a survey on the needs...
Guest post by Lydia Chan, Alzheimerscaregiver.net There’s very little room for error in your home if you’re caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. The degenerative disease that impairs memory and cognitive functioning leaves one vulnerable to confusion and highly susceptible to accidents. That means adjustments...