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Jun 22, 2026/Strategic Growth
What Is a Pad Site? Outparcels and Pad Sites in Retail Real Estate
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AI Agents for Site Selection: How They Work in 2026
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Letter of Intent for Commercial Real Estate: What Retail Tenants Need to Know
Research & Insights
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Letter of Intent for Commercial Real Estate: What Retail Tenants Need to Know
A letter of intent sets the terms of every commercial lease negotiation that follows. Here's what retail tenants need to know before signing one.
Jun 11, 2026
What Is a Planogram? How Merchandising Connects to Location Performance
A planogram is a shelf layout blueprint that determines product placement across every store in a chain. Here's what it is, how it works, and why it matters for location performance decisions.
Jun 4, 2026
Retail KPIs That Actually Matter for Multi-Unit Operators
Most retail KPI frameworks were designed for single-location operators. Multi-unit teams need a different set — focused on portfolio health, site performance, and expansion risk.
Jun 2, 2026
Using Location Data to Fix Underperforming Stores (2026)
The same location data that picks new sites can diagnose why existing stores underperform, and whether to fix, relocate, or close them.
Apr 23, 2026
Foot Traffic Data Provider Comparison: What Each Platform Actually Gives You (2026)
Five foot traffic data providers. Five different methodologies. Five different answers to the same question. Here's what each platform actually measures, where the data breaks down, and how to pick the right one for site selection.
Apr 22, 2026
Co-Tenancy Strategy: The Neighbors Behind Your Revenue
Co-tenancy strategy determines whether an anchor closure drops your traffic 45 percent or 5 percent. How to evaluate tenant mix before you sign.
Apr 17, 2026
7 Placer.ai Alternatives for Retail Site Selection (2026)
Looking for Placer.ai alternatives? Compare 7 platforms for retailers who need more than foot traffic data—including AI scoring, deal management, and analyst services.
Apr 15, 2026
Market Saturation Analysis: How to Know When a Trade Area Is Full (2026)
40 approved sites. Revenue per store is declining. Here's how to measure trade area saturation before you sign another lease.
Apr 5, 2026
Demographics Decoded: Your Blueprint for Site Selection
Master demographic site analysis to optimize retail site selection, boost success with data-driven insights on income, age, and trends.
Mar 10, 2026
GIS Retail Site Selection: How Mapping Transforms Decisions
GIS retail site selection combines mapping with demographic and traffic data to find high-potential locations faster.
Mar 10, 2026
Measuring the Bite: A Guide to Cannibalization Formulas
Learn how to calculate cannibalization rate with formulas, benchmarks & strategies to minimize sales loss in retail expansion.
Mar 5, 2026
Best Boutique Fitness Franchises to Invest In (2026)
Explore top boutique fitness franchise opportunities for 2026. Compare startup costs, earnings potential, and studio support systems.
Feb 26, 2026
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