View Congratulations on Your New Lease, You’re What? This rather strange series of events befell one of my clients recently, which called for quick, and somewhat aggressive action. Read
View Economy & Politics Free Zone Frenzy Free Zones and Special Economic Zones (SEZs) continue to attract global commercial real estate investment by offering generous tax incentives, and streamlined regulations. Examples from Poland and Costa Rica illustrate how these zones support long-term growth while presenting both strategic opportunities and policy-related risks. Read
View Get to Know Kim Licciardi, SIOR Each quarter SIOR goes beyond the transactions and the brokerage business to identify the true character and background that defines an SIOR. After all, it’s not what you are that truly matters, it’s who you are. SIOR Report digs deeper to find out The Real Deal behind its members. Read
View Market Trends & Analysis Greece: From Tourism to a Diversified Economic Powerhouse Greece’s economy is shifting from heavy reliance on tourism to a more diversified base, with growing sectors like pharmaceuticals, technology, and logistics driving demand for modern real estate. As foreign investment increases, the country is emerging as a hub for innovation and high-quality infrastructure. Read
View In Memoriam SIOR Report commemorates the lives of SIOR members who have recently passed away. Read
View The One Big Beautiful Bill and Commercial Real Estate The bill includes extensions of certain tax provisions, removals/expirations of others, and has some new items as well, all covering the full gamut of areas that tax law touches in the United States. So, how will it impact commercial real estate? Read
View When It’s Time to Part Company: Using Liquidated Damages Clauses in Exclusive Listings You successfully navigated the exclusive listing agreement process. You have a signed listing, you prepared marketing materials that were tailored for this property; and your owner client was impressed with what you produced. You begin to market the property, all the right early steps toward a successful transaction, a commission, maybe even some repeat business. What could go wrong? Read
View Business Practices Building Lifelong Clients Brokers who cultivate long-term relationships with clients do so by integrating the personal and professional, following up regularly, making the most of “client-adjacent” connections, and maintaining a friendly demeanor. Read
View Chapter News Chapters share the philanthropic, educational, and professional development opportunities that occurred during the Summer of 2025. Read
View Market Trends & Analysis Cross-Border & Family Office Real Estate Investment Although real estate is a local business, capital has no borders and circulates more or less freely between countries. Read
View Economy & Politics Cross-Border CRE Investment Trends: What They Mean for the U.S. It is a moment of uncertainty, but U.S. real estate still attracts global investors. Read
View Don’t Assume: Protecting Your Commission in Commercial Real Estate Deals Explore why confirming commission terms early—and in writing—is essential to protecting your compensation and avoiding costly surprises at closing. Read
View Market Trends & Analysis Future Goldmines: Top Emerging Markets for the CRE Investor 'There’s gold in them thar’ tertiary markets. Read