ATLANTA—Hint: It's just one big X factor. But the future still looks bright.

MIAMI—“Do not group all Chinese clients into one group…”

ORLANDO—Southchase Village is a great example of investor interest in value-add opportunities in Orlando.

MIAMI—There's more than one reason, according to The Shopping Center Group's Anthony Blanco.

ATLANTA—“Real estate is highly cyclical in nature. Timing can be an ally, as well as an enemy.”

MIAMI—And the comeback story behind the deal is noteworthy.

There has long been a growing focus on the nation's urban centers among businesses and residents alike. What is driving this trend, how has it changed the landscape and what can we expect in the future?

ATLANTA—“This phenomenon has driven real rent growth over the last three years that I believe has set a new normal in our markets.”