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Are you an owner-operator looking for an alternative to traditional financing? Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, a sale leaseback has advantages you should know about. WHAT IS A SALE-LEASEBACK? A sale leaseback is a real estate transaction which allows an owner-operator to sell their real estate to a buyer then lease the property […]

The first step in monitoring a net lease investment is getting to know the property inside and out, and that means understanding who the tenant is and how they operate. View the infographic below on the 4 essential questions to ask yourself in order to minimize the risks involved with net lease investments, and to better […]

As interest rates begin to normalize, multifamily investors should consider the effect a higher interest rate environment may have on their portfolio. More importantly, investors can take proactive steps to better position themselves for this coming change. The following article highlights the effects on multifamily and how investors can re-structure their investments to withstand the […]

The Net Lease Tenant Report explores 60 popular net lease tenants and includes cap rate comparisons, key statistics, and current on market data. Read more to compare each tenant.

The U.S. restaurant industry has shifted dramatically in 2018 as consumer preferences and spending change. Restaurant operators are optimistic that business conditions will continue to improve in 2018, and into 2019. Here’s a quick look at today’s six trending restaurant cities and some of the factors that have contributed to their success. Atlanta, GA Georgia’s […]

In November 2018, California residents are expected to vote on Proposition 10, a statewide Affordable Housing Act which would repeal the Costa Hawkins Rental Housing Act and give cities the ability to impost rent-control policies. Proponents say Proposition 10 will fix California’s housing crisis but, opponents say it will do the exact opposite. The following […]

4 Essential Questions to Ask Yourself Many investors mistake net lease assets to be zero-maintenance investments. Compared to other asset types, net lease investments are at the low end of the scale in terms of building maintenance, but they still require attention. While investors’ landlord responsibilities for the actual property are minimal compared to a […]

As the retail landscape changes and the number of options for consumers grows, convenience stores are forced to innovate to remain competitive. As a convenience store owner, it is imperative to understand not only how to weather these changes but also how to position your property for future success. Matthews™ explores pressing threats to convenience […]

Over the past couple of years, the retail sector has seen significant changes. With the Amazon threat now looming over the pharmacy industry, we’ve seen mergers and acquisitions heavily increase to compete with the e-commerce giant. According to leading research, the drug store industry generates $271 billion in annual revenue with retailers CVS, Walgreens, and […]