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May 4, 2026/AI Transformation
AI Retail Analytics: 6 Operator Use Cases (2026 Guide)
Apr 28, 2026/Research & Insights
Retail Location Failure Analysis: What Data Misses (2026)
Apr 23, 2026/Research & Insights
Using Location Data to Fix Underperforming Stores (2026)
Apr 22, 2026/Research & Insights
Foot Traffic Data Provider Comparison: What Each Platform Actually Gives You (2026)
Industry Insights
27 ARTICLES
The A to Z of Retail Real Estate: Leasing, Finance, Development, and More
Discover what is retail real estate: types, leases, trends & success factors. Master leasing, finance & development for investors today!
Mar 6, 2026
Best New Franchises to Buy in 2026: Top Picks
Best new franchises to buy in 2026: growth potential, investment ranges, and data-driven site selection criteria reviewed.
Feb 21, 2026
What Is a DMA? 210 Designated Market Areas Explained
What a DMA is, how Nielsen defines the 210 US Designated Market Areas, and how to use DMA maps for retail targeting and media buying.
Feb 20, 2026
What the Party City Liquidation Means for Retail Expansion Teams
When Party City announced its liquidation, expansion teams across the country had 72 hours to evaluate hundreds of newly available locations. Here's what we learned.
Feb 18, 2026
5 min read
Pop-Up Real Estate: Costs, Leases & Location Strategy
Pop-up real estate costs, lease structures, and how to find the right temporary space. What brands and landlords need to know before signing a short-term deal.
Feb 3, 2026
Designated Market Area (DMA): Definition, Maps & Strategy
What a Designated Market Area (DMA) is, how the 210 US DMAs shape advertising and retail strategy, and how to use DMA data for smarter site selection.
Jan 30, 2026
CRE Deal Software: Complete Buyer's Guide 2026
CRE brokerages use 7 separate tools to manage one deal. Modern deal software consolidates pipeline tracking, site analysis, and broker intake into a single workflow.
Jan 29, 2026
Trade Area Analysis Best Practices for Multi-Unit Retailers
Drive-time polygons and ring studies are table stakes. Here's how the best expansion teams are building trade area models that actually predict performance.
Jan 28, 2026
6 min read
Retail Space for Lease Guide: Find Locations Faster (2026)
Compare methods for finding retail space for lease in 2026. BAM analyzed 700 sites in 72 hours. TNT got 10x more sites to committee. Find winning sites.
Jan 12, 2026
What Is a CRE Broker? Fees, Services & How to Choose
What a CRE broker does, typical commission structures (3-6%), and 8 questions to ask before hiring one. A guide for tenants, buyers, and investors.
Jan 2, 2026
Boba Tea Franchise: Costs, Brands & How to Pick the Right Location
Compare 8 boba tea franchises by cost, royalties, and training. Plus a data-driven framework for evaluating franchise locations before you sign.
Dec 20, 2025
Mall Foot Traffic Data: 2026 Trends & Analysis Tools
Mall foot traffic data trends, statistics, and analysis tools. Benchmarks for retail leasing and site evaluation decisions.
Dec 19, 2025
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