Is a Multi-branded Hotel the Right Option for You? Things to Consider Before Investing in a Multi-Branded Hotel Asset

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Have you ever heard the phrase “kill two birds with one stone?”  If so, you are not alone.  The growing number of dual- and triple-branded hotels opening up across the U.S. suggests that many hospitality owners, developers and brands are expertly applying this logic to the lodging industry.  Dual- and triple-branded hotels, jointly referred to… Continue Reading Is a Multi-branded Hotel the Right Option for You? Things to Consider Before Investing in a Multi-Branded Hotel Asset

DSS Wrap-up: David Philp (Cornell ’84) – Executive Vice President, Canyon Group

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This week, the Baker Program in Real Estate welcomed another Cornellian and stalwart of the hospitality industry, David Philp.  Today, after a long and industrious career in luxury development, Mr. Philp serves as the Executive Vice President of the Canyon Group.  The Canyon Group services the ultra-luxury boutique hospitality development market and is focused on… Continue Reading DSS Wrap-up: David Philp (Cornell ’84) – Executive Vice President, Canyon Group

Los Angeles Real Estate Trek: Day Three

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On the last day of the Baker Program’s domestic trek, students stayed close to their hotel in downtown Los Angeles to get a walking perspective on some of the projects beginning to reshape the landscape of the sprawling metropolis.  Downtown Los Angeles has historically been overlooked in terms of livability.  Over the last five years,… Continue Reading Los Angeles Real Estate Trek: Day Three

Alternatives Needed for Seniors Looking to Cash-Out

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As we enter 2019, housing affordability continues to plague much of the United States with no sign of relenting.  The end of 2018 witnessed a sputtering economy with home values leveling off, only to continue their upward trajectory in the month of January, and into the foreseeable future.  Meanwhile, a dire lack of inventory will… Continue Reading Alternatives Needed for Seniors Looking to Cash-Out

DSS Wrap-Up: Michael Dang MMH ‘07, President of Anpha Holdings and Founder of M.I.K. Corporation

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On February 21, 2019, the Cornell Baker Program in Real Estate welcomed Michael Dang MMH ‘07, President of Anpha Holdings and Founder of M.I.K. Corporation, as part of its Distinguished Speaker Series.  Anpha Holdings and M.I.K. Corporation are leading luxury real estate development and consultancy firms based in Vietnam that have developed thousands of luxury… Continue Reading DSS Wrap-Up: Michael Dang MMH ‘07, President of Anpha Holdings and Founder of M.I.K. Corporation

Los Angeles Real Estate Trek: Orange County

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The following series highlights various experiences from first year Baker Students’ winter trek to Los Angeles. Day 1 Tustin Legacy On the first day of the Baker Program’s Los Angeles trek, students visited Tustin Legacy, a 1600-acre development site that is among the largest undeveloped land tracts in Southern California.  This site was constructed and… Continue Reading Los Angeles Real Estate Trek: Orange County

DSS Wrap-up: Richard Latella, Executive Managing Director (Cushman & Wakefield)

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This week, the Baker Program in Real Estate welcomed Richard Latella for his second time at the Distinguished Speaker Series.  Mr. Latella has had a long and industrious career at Cushman & Wakefield, which he joined in 1983 as a Senior Appraiser.  Today, he serves as an Executive Managing Director and leads the retail valuation… Continue Reading DSS Wrap-up: Richard Latella, Executive Managing Director (Cushman & Wakefield)

DSS Wrap-Up: Seth Singerman (SHA ’99) CEO of Singerman Real Estate

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On February 7th, 2019, the Baker Program welcomed Seth Singerman (SHA ’99) back to campus to present as part of our Distinguished Speaker Series. As a leader in real estate private equity, Seth has built a multi-billion-dollar firm on the principles of discipline and integrity. His firm, Singerman Real Estate is a value investor with… Continue Reading DSS Wrap-Up: Seth Singerman (SHA ’99) CEO of Singerman Real Estate