As a lifelong tennis player, I can appreciate what pickleball is doing to engage Americans in another healthy sport. Pickleball isn’t just played in parks and people’s backyards; it’s taking over the rooftop patio on office buildings, replacing clothing stores at retail centers, and being shown on ESPN 2! Why is this game so […]
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My college economics professor once said, “The Earth will find a way to take care of itself.” I think he’s right. Sustainability is an important long-term goal, no matter where you live. What often gets in the way is that construction costs can make sustainability…well, unsustainable. The recent inflation the nation has experienced only exacerbates
Are Sustainable Buildings the Next Big Thing…Finally? Read More »
Almost 30 years ago, Metro Phoenix started actively recruiting back-office and regional headquarters. It turned out that we were quite good at landing these companies, and a whole industry (and a bunch of buildings) emerged. In its heyday, we tracked over 23 million sf of back office. Rick Lee (1954-2022), one of our partners, was
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The Counselors of Real Estate is the most cerebral group of professionals to which I belong. They just released this year’s report on the Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate. The macro report is always a fascinating read that will make you take a step back from the one deal you are currently working on.
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Phoenix isn’t just bringing the heat outside — it’s hot in the job market too! As someone who grew up here, I’ve seen this city sprout from a sleepy desert resort town into a full-blown economic powerhouse. Today, it’s home to some of the nation’s largest employers across healthcare, tech, and even finance. The secret’s
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For the first time in over 25 years, the U.S. office market is shrinking—and not just in spirit. More office space is being demolished or repurposed than built, thanks to remote work, changing workplace trends, and a whole lot of vacant space collecting dust. If you’ve been following our Metro Phoenix Office Market Series, you’ll know… we saw
The Great Office Space Shrink: Out with the Old…Literally! Read More »
Major League Baseball starts back up today. I spent 10 minutes with Derrick Hall, President, CEO & Partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks. We covered a lot—his vision for the future of Chase Field, the impact of MLB rule changes, and the business side of baseball that most people don’t think about. Derrick is dialed in on
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AI was everywhere in 2024—changing industries, streamlining processes, and making businesses smarter. Although there were predictions of an “AI cold shower,” adoption didn’t slow down—it surged. Now, in 2025, AI is moving from hype to a must-have tool, and in commercial real estate, the impact is only getting bigger. Our team at C2 uses AI
AI in CRE 2024: Did It Deliver? And What’s Next for 2025? Read More »
California’s ongoing exodus isn’t slowing down, and Arizona is one of the biggest beneficiaries. With over 630,000 Californians making the move in the past decade, the Phoenix metro and surrounding areas are BOOMING. Lower costs (not as low as we used to be), strong job opportunities, and a growing economy are making Arizona an easy
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The days of the old-school water coolers are over. New technology water coolers especially Bevi’s high-tech dispenser are taking hydration to the next level, and they’re a hit in office spaces. At our new Lee & Associates Arizona office, we just secured the large size—and let me tell you, it’s become a favorite. Whether it’s
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