The times are turbulent. We read the headlines in the Post and the Times and hear the chatter on Marketplace – credit crunch; retail crisis; the year shopping died; the ever-dreaded “R” word.

And, we listen to what you’re telling us – projects on hold; big boxes going out; vacancies; need to reposition.

Today, how will you and your company handle these issues? Are there opportunities in a market turn like this one? Call us optimists, but we think there are.

So, as you look at your site(s), here are some of the questions you are asking yourself. And, you’re not alone; we know how to help you answer them.

As you read these, let us know if we are hearing you, or you have other concerns, thoughts, ideas. We welcome your input.

1         What are cost-effective strategies ensure long-term gains for your current site?

·         Is now a good time to invest in urban adaptive re-use?

2         Are you getting the most out of your site as it is now?

·         Does your site still ‘fit’ in the neighborhood?

·         Are you attracting the tenants your demographic is looking for?

·         What are some alternative strategies for your site that will make it more profitable?

·         And, what about that empty lot – build/sit/sell?

3         Is now the best time to reposition? (We should define the goals of repositioning here)

·         Can you afford not to reposition your site?

·         How complex and expensive is repositioning?

·         How much should you do to make your site more attractive? Simple face-lift or full reconfiguration?

·         What will the benefits be to your marketing strategies?

4         Is sustainable (green) design a cost-effective marketing strategy for attracting tenants and consumers?

·         Evaluate options and costs versus benefits.

5         Do you know the physical condition of your site now and what maintenance issues are to be anticipated long-term versus short-term?

View our portfolio to see some of what we do.