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Niche properties

Student Housing Graduates

A niche sector goes mainstream.
by John Preiss

In the early 1990s off-campus student housing was primarily single-family homes and small apartment buildings around universities.

Unsinkable Investments?

Marinas require extensive due diligence to stay afloat.
by Kelly Rutkowski Hubbard

Even in today's real estate environment, specialty properties such as marinas hold a particular attraction in select markets and appeal to certain investors.

Triple-Net Triple Threat

Investors vie for the safety, convenience, and ROI of top net-leased deals.
by Sara Drummond

Looking for a rock-solid investment in a shifting economy?

Old School, New Analysis

Consider these factors before investing in student housing
by Adam Hird

While real estate activity has picked up so far in 2011, investors are still very cautious about their property investments.

Restructuring Infrastructure

This growing sector may be a road of opportunity for commercial real estate.
by David J. Lynn and Matson Holbrook

The infrastructure sector has become an increasingly popular investment class in recent years.

Polish Your Portfolio

Carwashes provide a clean path to profit for local investors.
by Robert Roman

Specialized retail businesses pose risks for commercial real estate investors, but they also can provide rewards in the form of strong return on equity.

Niche Nosh

These brokers get a taste of success with unique investment opportunities.
by Sara Drummond

What’s the No. 1 down-market strategy from The Donald’s blog, Inside Trump Tower? Explore overlooked niches.

Manufactured Success

Today's land-lease communities provide an alternative niche for investment dollars.
by Larry Harwood, CCIM

When Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway acquired Clayton Homes Inc. for $1.7 billion in 2003, investors took notice.

Degrees of Success

Campus-related projects earn high marks from commercial real estate developers.
by Matt Hudgins

What's Hot in Fast-Casual?

These restaurant concepts lead the pack.

Fast-casual restaurants are the industry’s fastest-growing sector.