Why Every Real Estate Investor Needs a CPA on Their Deal Team

Show Me the Deals: ICSC Las Vegas Preview

What conversations will dominate the hallways, dinners, and booths at ICSC Las Vegas this year? In this episode, Karly Iacono and Chris Ressa break down the  themes they expect to drive every serious discussion and where the conventional wisdom is wrong. Topics covered: -Buyer demand vs. deal availability: why capital is ready but the product isn't -How underwriting has structurally changed and what income-first really means -AI and PropTech: implementation inflection point or conference theater? -The bid-ask spread that's still not fully closed -Why this year's show will come down to one phrase: "Show me the deals" Retail real estate remains one of the most attractive asset classes in commercial real estate but it’s now firmly operator-driven. This episode explains what that means for investors, landlords, and tenants heading into ICSC Las Vegas. 📺 Subscribe for new episodes every week. #RetailRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #CREPodcast #PropTech #AIinRealEstate #RetailInvesting #WhatsInStore Warning-IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: CBRE and its affiliates do not provide tax advice and nothing contained herein should be construed to be tax advice. Please be advised that any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by the recipient of any Information for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties; and was written to support the promotion or marketing of the transaction or other matters addressed herein. Accordingly, any recipient of this video should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. You also agree that the information herein down not constitute legal or other professional advice and you should obtain legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The opinions contained in this video are those of Karly Iacono and may not represent those of CBRE. All content is for educational purposes only. The following content may contain the trade names or trademarks of various third parties, and if so, any such use is solely for illustrative purposes only. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or association of any kind between them and CBRE or Karly Iacono.

What Retailers Get Wrong About Site Selection | Ben Crowder, Bohler

In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Now, host Karly Iacono sits down with Ben Crowder, Principal at Bohler, to break down the engineering and site planning realities behind retail development today. Ben shares what retailers and developers consistently miss when evaluating sites — from overlooking existing site conditions to underestimating the entitlement process — and explains why bringing in an engineer before signing an LOI can be the difference between a smooth approval and a costly mistake. Topics covered: -The #1 mistake retailers make in site selection (and what to look for instead) -How the definition of a "good retail site" has evolved over the last 5–10 years -Drive-through design: stacking and mobile pick up -Gas/convenience: high trip generation, access challenges, and site sizing -Power availability and EV charging as new gating factors in retail development -Mall and big box repositioning: flipping inside to outside, mixed-use conversions, and the "walking wallets" strategy -Why landscape architecture and outdoor activation are no longer afterthoughts ➡️ Learn More About Bohler Here: https://bohlerengineering.com/ 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with commercial real estate operators, developers, and industry leaders. Warning-IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: CBRE and its affiliates do not provide tax advice and nothing contained herein should be construed to be tax advice. Please be advised that any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by the recipient of any Information for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties; and was written to support the promotion or marketing of the transaction or other matters addressed herein. Accordingly, any recipient of this video should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. You also agree that the information herein does not constitute legal or other professional advice and you should obtain legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The opinions contained in this video are those of Karly Iacono and may not represent those of CBRE. All content is for educational purposes only. The following content may contain the trade names or trademarks of various third parties, and if so, any such use is solely for illustrative purposes only. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or association of any kind between them and CBRE or Karly Iacono. #CommercialRealEstate #SiteSelection #RetailDevelopment #CRE #DriveThrough #RetailTrends #MixedUse #BigBox #QSR #CREPodcast #BohlerEngineering #KarlyIacono

Sale Leaseback Strategy 2026: Who's Doing Deals and Why

The U.S. sale leaseback market hit $14.4 billion in 2025, the highest volume since 2022, with Q4 alone surging 56% over Q3. But the headline numbers only tell part of the story. In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Now, Karly Iacono breaks down the sale leaseback playbook: who’s executing right now, what’s driving deal volume, and where the market is getting it wrong. Topics covered: ∙ Why dollar volume is outpacing transaction count and what that signals ∙ The refinancing wave pushing CFOs toward sale leasebacks over traditional debt ∙ How public companies and PE sponsors are using the structure differently ∙ Middle market sale leasebacks: higher stakes, idiosyncratic credit, and where deals break down ∙ The lease structure shifts buyers are demanding in 2026 ∙ The arbitrage math that makes this a capital allocation decision not a rescue tool If you're an operator or CFO considering a sale leaseback or a buyer deploying capital in net lease, this episode gives you the framework Subscribe for weekly coverage of commercial real estate markets, net lease trends, and deal strategy. #saleleaseback #netlease #commercialrealestate #creinvesting #capitalmarkets #NNNLease #crepodcast Warning-IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: CBRE and its affiliates do not provide tax advice and nothing contained herein should be construed to be tax advice. Please be advised that any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by the recipient of any Information for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties; and was written to support the promotion or marketing of the transaction or other matters addressed herein. Accordingly, any recipient of this video should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. You also agree that the information herein down not constitute legal or other professional advice and you should obtain legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The opinions contained in this video are those of Karly Iacono and may not represent those of CBRE. All content is for educational purposes only. The following content may contain the trade names or trademarks of various third parties, and if so, any such use is solely for illustrative purposes only. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or association of any kind between them and CBRE or Karly Iacono.

2026 World Cup: The Overlooked Catalyst for U.S. Retail Real Estate

The 2026 FIFA World Cup isn’t just a global sporting event, it’s a multi-year economic and real estate catalyst. With 48 teams, 100+ matches, and millions of visitors expected, host markets across the U.S. are already seeing the early stages of infrastructure investment, tourism expansion, and retail demand shifts. In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Now, we break down what actually happens to retail real estate when global demand surges and where investors should be paying attention now, not during the games. 📈 What we cover: • How past global events have driven double-digit retail sales spikes in host markets • Why infrastructure investment (transit, airports, hospitality) creates lasting retail corridors • The retail sectors positioned to win • Why some locations will underperform despite the hype • The difference between temporary demand vs. durable rent growth 🧠 Key takeaway: This isn’t about short-term traffic.It’s about where long-term demand gets permanently re-routed. #realestate #commercialrealestate #retailrealestate #worldcup2026 #investmentstrategy Warning-IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: CBRE and its affiliates do not provide tax advice and nothing contained herein should be construed to be tax advice. Please be advised that any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by the recipient of any Information for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties; and was written to support the promotion or marketing of the transaction or other matters addressed herein. Accordingly, any recipient of this video should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. You also agree that the information herein down not constitute legal or other professional advice and you should obtain legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The opinions contained in this video are those of Karly Iacono and may not represent those of CBRE. All content is for educational purposes only. The following content may contain the trade names or trademarks of various third parties, and if so, any such use is solely for illustrative purposes only. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or association of any kind between them and CBRE or Karly Iacono.

Why Every Real Estate Investor Needs a CPA on Their Deal Team

Most commercial real estate investors focus heavily on physical due diligence — inspections, environmental reports, and site analysis. But many overlook a critical part of the deal: financial and tax strategy. In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Now, host Karly Iacono sits down with Brian Lovett, Partner at Withum, to discuss why CPAs should be involved before a deal closes, not after. They cover: • Why CPAs should be part of your deal team early • The financial due diligence investors often overlook • What rent rolls really reveal about a property • Understanding the difference between in-place rents and projected income • Structuring acquisitions for tax efficiency • Depreciation strategies in real estate investments • How accountants help investors make smarter acquisition decisions If you’re buying commercial real estate, understanding the financial and tax implications of a deal can significantly impact your returns. This episode breaks down how smart investors use tax professionals to evaluate opportunities and protect their upside. #CommercialRealEstate#CREInvesting#RealEstateInvesting#RealEstateTax#TaxStrategy#CostSegregation#InvestmentProperty#CRE#RealEstateDueDiligence#realestatedeals Warning-IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: CBRE and its affiliates do not provide tax advice and nothing contained herein should be construed to be tax advice. Please be advised that any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by the recipient of any Information for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties; and was written to support the promotion or marketing of the transaction or other matters addressed herein. Accordingly, any recipient of this video should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. You also agree that the information herein down not constitute legal or other professional advice and you should obtain legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The opinions contained in this video are those of Karly Iacono and may not represent those of CBRE. All content is for educational purposes only. The following content may contain the trade names or trademarks of various third parties, and if so, any such use is solely for illustrative purposes only. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, or association of any kind between them and CBRE or Karly Iacono.