Extending Digital Solutions for Affordable Housing and Addressing Digital Adoption Challenges

The Commercial Real Estate Technology (CRETech) Conference, held in NYC on 13th and 14th October, addressed recent commercial real estate trends, key challenges currently faced in proptech, and technology solutions to make housing affordable. CRETech is the largest event to bring an international community of leading experts in technology innovation in real estate together, including… Continue Reading Extending Digital Solutions for Affordable Housing and Addressing Digital Adoption Challenges

The Case for Monte Carlo Simulation in Commercial Real Estate Modeling

Introduction Robust underwriting is a key element of any commercial real estate (CRE) investor’s success.  Currently, institutional and retail CRE investors typically employ some form of static discounted cash flow (DCF) modelling to value properties and identify attractive investments.  Unfortunately, static DCF modelling suffers from several flaws that stem from its inability to take uncertainty… Continue Reading The Case for Monte Carlo Simulation in Commercial Real Estate Modeling

Rising Tides: Consolidation and Development in the Marina Industry

Marinas, long the domain of local, independent owner-operators, have seen increasing interest from investors over the past 15 years. Now dominated by a few large institutionally backed firms, the industry has quickly transformed from one comprised of properties that store and service boats to one that has seen billions of dollars in capital inflows from… Continue Reading Rising Tides: Consolidation and Development in the Marina Industry

Xenia’s Response to the Pandemic—Insights from Barry Bloom (SHA ‘86 & MBA ’01).

On Thursday, October 8th, 2020, the Cornell Baker Program in Real Estate hosted Barry Bloom (SHA ‘86 and MBA ‘01), President & CEO of Xenia Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: XHR), a hospitality REIT focused on the United States’ top 25 markets and key leisure destinations.  Xenia’s hotel assets are primarily in the luxury and upper-upscale… Continue Reading Xenia’s Response to the Pandemic—Insights from Barry Bloom (SHA ‘86 & MBA ’01).

DSS WRAP-UP: DARIEN WRIGHT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT BROOKWOOD HOTELS

On Thursday, April 11th, Darien Wright joined Cornell’s Baker Program in Real Estate to lead an insightful discussion on extended stay hotels.  Mr. Wright began his tenure with Brookfield Property Partners in November of 2017 as Vice President of Asset Management and in February of 2018 ascended to his new role as the Chief Operating… Continue Reading DSS WRAP-UP: DARIEN WRIGHT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT BROOKWOOD HOTELS

Industrial Real Estate Impacts from a Flourishing Cannabis Market

On November 6, 2012, Colorado Amendment 64 was passed by initiative, thereby legalizing the recreational use of cannabis. Once Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed the law into place, a brand-new industry was born: the cannabis industry. Since then, seven states and the District of Columbia have adopted expansive laws legalizing marijuana for recreational use. Naturally, industrial… Continue Reading Industrial Real Estate Impacts from a Flourishing Cannabis Market

Cornell Real Estate Review

Author: Cornell Baker Program in Real Estate (Downloadable PDF) The PDF which can be downloaded to read at your leisure represents the efforts and sacrifices of the entire Real Estate Review editorial staff. However, none of this could be accomplished without the guidance of Dr. Michael Tomlan, Baker Program Director, Dustin C. Jones Esq., and… Continue Reading Cornell Real Estate Review

2nd Annual Titans of Real Estate: Steven Roth

Cornell University’s Center for Real Estate and Finance is pleased to welcome Steven Roth of Vornado Realty Trust as a panelist. Mr. Roth will join Sandeep Mathrani of General Growth Properties and David Simon of Simon Property Group. The moderator will be Richard Baker (SHA ’88) of Hudson’s Bay Company. The panelists will examine how the retail… Continue Reading 2nd Annual Titans of Real Estate: Steven Roth

2nd Annual Titans of Real Estate: Sandeep Mathrani

Cornell University’s Center for Real Estate and Finance is pleased to welcome Sandeep Mathrani of General Growth Properties as a panelist. Mr. Mathrani will join Steven Roth of Vornado Realty Trust  and David Simon of Simon Property Group. The moderator will be Richard Baker, SHA ’88 of Hudson’s Bay Company. The panelists will examine how the… Continue Reading 2nd Annual Titans of Real Estate: Sandeep Mathrani