America‘s Commercial Real Estate Show

Appraisal and Assessment Trends Date: 10/08/2014 As property values vary widely in this cycle, property tax assessments values have become big issues for lenders, property owners and governments. Michael interviews assessment experts as they share tips and best practices related to tax assessments. As the recovery continues, appraisers have been extremely important for lender oriented decisions. We speak to leaders in the industry for an inside look at the issues, trends and best practices.

Restaurants and Real Estate Air Date: 10/01/2014 Join Michael and his guests as they explore the future and current state of the restaurant industry.   ·         Industry performance and expectations ·         Most aggressively expanding franchises ·         Rent to revenue ratio trends ·         Impact of minimum wage increases ·         Impact of rising rents and occupancy ·         Technology benefitting the industry ·         Leasing and location advice ·         Best practices for landlords and tenants

Healthcare Real Estate Date: 09/25/2014 Join Michael and his guests as they share the latest market information, forecasts, news and best practices for medical practice leaders, healthcare professionals, real estate investors and professional advisers related to the healthcare industry and medical real estate.

Adaptive Reuse Opportunities Date: 09/18/2014 This show features adaptive reuse strategies for various types of real estate. Functional obsolescence and demographic changes bring about challenges and opportunities for most all types of real estate at some point in time. Michael and his guests share ideas for many types of properties and situations including sample success stories. Sample discussions include: * Industrial properties with lower ceilings * Failing malls * Old automotive dealer properties * Older apartment complexes * Condo conversions * Big box retail * Conservation easements * Re-zoning tips * Tax credits

A Real Estate Education Date: 09/11/2014 Show host Michael Bull interviews the lead professors of real estate programs from four of the top U.S. colleges on how their offerings can benefit real estate industry professionals. Many of the students in the these schools are already in the commercial real estate industry. Offerings from single classes on Argus, leadership and communication, to masters degrees, these schools provide flexible programs to get ahead in the real estate business. Hear from New York University, DePaul University, Florida International University and Georgia State University.

Feds View on Commercial Real Estate Date: 09/04/2014 The Feds real estate analyst Brian Bailey, joins show host Michael Bull in Studio One to discuss interest rates, tapering, underwriting, banks, the economy and how these factors impact real estate.

Changing Demographics Impact on Real Estate Date: 08/28/2014 Host Michael Bull, a Harvard PHD professor and a CCIM instructor discuss how the changing landscape of spending, employment and lifestyles impact business and real estate including tips and sources to help you make more informed decisions.

Commercial Real Estate Auctions Today Date: 08/21/2014 Auctions are a good option for many sellers of real estate. On this show auction expert Scott Schwartz joins Michael in Studio One to discuss best practices for buying and selling at Auction. * Best situations to utilize the auction process * Property types that work well * Various types of auctions to consider * Absolute vs reserve * Tips for sellers * Tips for buyers * Costs, timing and process * Mistakes to avoid * Participate in auction on this show, listeners can bid on a special item

Retail Market Update Date: 08/14/2014 Join Michael and his guests as they discuss retail and retail real estate trends. Discussions include: * Current sector performance update * Sector performance forecast * Investment sales update * Capital markets forecast * Cap rates now and moving forward * Factors impacting sector moving forward * Best practices for retailers * Leasing issues in current market * Retailers expanding * Property attributes working today * Lease negotiation trends * Investor tips * Management tips * Site selection strategies

U.S. Industrial Real Estate Date: 08/07/2014 Join Michael and his guests as they discuss the U.S. industrial sector. Discussions include: * Current sector performance update * Sector performance forecast * Investment sales update * Capital markets forecast * Cap rates now and moving forward * Factors impacting sector moving forward * Best practices for space users * Leasing issues in current market * Businesses expanding and / or relocating * Property attributes and lease negotiation trends * Investor and user tips