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As the Industrial Supply Wave Slows, the Conversation Is Shifting to Operational Utility
Sep 16, 2026
As industrial real estate enters a more disciplined phase, occupiers are shifting their focus from simply acquiring more space to securing facilities that enhance efficiency, automation, and supply chain resilience. Coldwell Banker Commercial examines how evolving manufacturing investment, specialized facility requirements, and selective development trends are reshaping demand, creating new opportunities for industrial properties designed to support the next generation of logistics and production operations.
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Podcasts
WCBC - The Story Behind the Numbers — with Jane ThornLeeson
Sep 15, 2026
What does the data actually say about where commercial real estate is headed? Jenna Hille sits down with Jane Thorn Leeson, Director of Research at Coldwell Banker Commercial and the woman behind CBC’s Mid-Year Report, to pull back the curtain on how the numbers get made — and what they mean for the people doing deals every day. Jane shares her path into CRE research, how she translates raw market data into insights brokers can actually use, and the trends that surprised her most this year.
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Insights
Building a Four-Decade Legacy: Lessons in Leadership, Culture, and Taking Big Risks
Sep 9, 2026
In this episode of the CRE with CBC Worldwide Podcast, Barbi Reuter, former CEO and Chair of Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, shares how she built a 40-year commercial real estate career from an entry-level role to industry leadership through strategic risk-taking, resilience, and a commitment to people-first culture. From launching PICOR's property management division to championing mentorship and succession planning, Barbi offers valuable lessons on leadership, career growth, and leaving a lasting legacy in commercial real estate.
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Podcasts
From Scholarship Student to CEO — with Barbi Reuter
Sep 8, 2026
On this episode of Women of CBC with host Jenna Hille, guest Barbi Reuter — former CEO of PICOR and 2022 CREW Network global board president — reflects on her 40-year career in commercial real estate, the sponsors who shaped her path, and the lessons learned in her new chapter beyond the C-suite. A candid conversation on legacy, mentorship, and knowing when it’s time to let go.
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News
Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates Closes $14.05M Sale of Downtown Palm Springs Retail Property
Sep 3, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates has brokered the $14.05M sale of the Liebling Building, a landmark 24,014-square-foot multi-tenant retail property located at 100 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, California. Situated at the iconic "Main & Main" intersection of N. Palm Canyon Dr. and Tahquitz Canyon Way, the premier commercial property attracted strong investor demand due to its prime downtown location and high foot traffic. Brokers Steve Lyle and Rob Wenthold represented both buyer and seller in the transaction, highlighting continued investor interest in high-demand Palm Springs retail corridors.
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Elite Brokers More Than $29M in Major Fredericksburg Development Transactions
Sep 3, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial Elite brokered the $29M+ sale and assemblage of 37 acres in Fredericksburg, Virginia, paving the way for a major mixed-use development by Greystar, Lennar, and Regency Centers. Connecting Cowan Boulevard and Fall Hill Avenue, the transformative project will introduce new residential housing, multifamily units, and prime commercial space anchored by a highly anticipated Trader Joe’s.
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Coldwell Banker Commercial Broker Completes $19.95 Million Redevelopment Site Sale in Jersey City’s Marion Section
Sep 2, 2026
Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty broker Jim Pompa facilitated the $19.95 million off-market sale of 166 Van Wagenen Ave. in Jersey City’s Marion section from Park Stone Management to GND JSQ Holdings. The newly acquired property has secured municipal approvals for a mixed-income redevelopment project featuring 321 residential units, affordable housing, structured parking, resident amenities, and publicly accessible open space.
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trendsLocal Market Fundamentals Driving Performance
Jul 31, 2026Commercial real estate performance is increasingly shaped by local market fundamentals rather than broad national trends. Markets benefiting from job...
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trendsThe Trend Report: Triple Net Leasing - Nice and Easy?
Mar 16, 2026The Coldwell Banker Commercial trend report examines the key trends shaping triple‑net (NNN) investing, including evolving lease structures, tenant credit...
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trendsActivity is Up — but Transaction Volume Not So Much
Jan 12, 2026The Coldwell Banker Commercial 2026 Outlook Report show that despite rising investor and user interest, commercial real estate transactions remain...
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Sep 15, 2026WCBC - The Story Behind the Numbers — with Jane ThornLeeson
What does the data actually say about where commercial real estate is headed? Jenna Hille sits down with Jane Thorn Leeson, Director of Research at Coldwell Banker Commercial and the woman behind CBC’s Mid-Year Report,...
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Sep 8, 2026From Scholarship Student to CEO — with Barbi Reuter
On this episode of Women of CBC with host Jenna Hille, guest Barbi Reuter — former CEO of PICOR and 2022 CREW Network global board president — reflects on her 40-year career in commercial real...
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Sep 1, 2026In Case You Missed It: August 2026 Recap
On this episode of ICYMI we celebrate two new firms joining our brand, new marketing materials and fonts, brand wins and more!
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