Los Angeles

Do Boutique Retailers Leave DTLA More Exposed to Economic Pressures?

Kelsi Maree Borland |

Downtown Los Angeles’ high proportion of boutique retailers and mom-and-pop restaurants are at the most risk during the pandemic.

Hudson Pacific Achieves Carbon Neutrality Across Its Portfolio

Kelsi Maree Borland |

The firm originally had a goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2025, but was able to achieve its goal much sooner.

Advanced Real Estate Launches $250M Fund

Kelsi Maree Borland |

The firm rolled $100 million from a cash-out refinance into the fund and raised an additional $150 million from investors.

Research  

Suburban Office Sales in Secondary Markets Fared Better in Q2

Kelsi Maree Borland |

Deal flow in the CBD decreased 72% year-over-year in the second quarter while suburban office sales fell 54%.

Los Angeles Office Sublease Space Increases by 20%

Kelsi Maree Borland |

During the pandemic, metros like Los Angeles with a high concentration of technology companies have seen an increase in sublease space.

California Has 10% of the Nation’s Opportunity Zones

Kelsi Maree Borland |

The number of opportunity zones in the State of California shows that policymakers are serious about the issues of affordability and homelessness.

Features  

Bankruptcy Filings Are Coming, But How Many Will Hit the Market?

Kelsi Maree Borland |

Some are predicting a surge in bankruptcies and others are expecting merely an increase.

NNN Construction Deals Still Get Attention From Lenders

Kelsi Maree Borland |

New triple-net lease retail construction deals are getting multiple bids when brought to market.

Q&A  

Pay It Forward: "No Regrets" Career Advice from KBS' Mimi Nguyen

Tasha Norman |

Being compassionate should not be deemed as a weakness but as a strength and an important component of being a good leader and manager.

CGI Remains an Active Buyer Through the Pandemic

Kelsi Maree Borland |

The firm has continued to pursue new acquisition opportunities and maintained its strategy through the pandemic.