October 5, 2020

Count on an influx of developers wanting to repurpose big-box anchor mall spaces, specifically former Sears stores, into apartments. This trend has especially revved up as the coronavirus lockdowns are adversely affecting mall traffic. There are ample retailers and restaurant chains that are especially attracted to the big-box apartment conversion concept, as it means there More

Handel’s Ice Cream & Yogurt Preferred Sq. Footage: 1,600-2,000 s.f. Anticipated Openings: 15-20 (per year over the next two years) The Ohio-based ice cream chain wants to open 15 to 20 new units per year over the next two years. Three new units are planned for Texas in Flower Mound, Spring and McKinney, while another More

The national pandemic has had devastating effects on many businesses, but the pet retail industry has been thriving. Families and baby boomer empty nesters have embraced pet ownership during this challenging time. Pets are also one of the main sources of companionship for millennials, as many are delaying starting families and going out less due More