There's no avoiding the fact that 2020 was a challenging year, to say the least. But there's much to be said about everyone pushing through with the belief, "the show must go on."

On our end, we persisted in providing you with valuable content because we understand "tough times never last, but tough people do"!

So without further ado, here are the five blog posts YOU have enjoyed most this year.

5) AT OUR CORE: THE SIMONCRE STORY

In reflecting on 10 years in business, we’d like to think what has set us apart is our strong discipline and focus on our core values. READ MORE

4) WHY ARE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS IMPORTANT?

The purpose of an ESA is to identify any potential contamination in the soil and groundwater before you commit to buying the land. Its findings can either keep or kill a site. READ MORE

3) SINGLE TENANT BUILD TO SUIT DEVELOPMENT: WITH VS. WITHOUT A DEVELOPER

The decision to develop and own versus working with a developer should be based on your specific business plans and what you value most. Every situation is unique and both options offer significant pros as well as significant cons. READ MORE

2) No luck needed: the advantages of a build to suit lease 

Aside from having the brand recognition, consistency, and customization benefit of a build to suit development, keep these other tenant advantages in mind that are wrapped up in build to suit leases. READ MORE

1) 5 RED FLAGS TO CHECK BEFORE CLOSING ON A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Keep these red flag items in mind before closing on your next commercial property because the process offers less protection for buyers but allows for more creative deal-making. READ MORE

Rather watch a tip or two? Peruse the Finding the Right Real Estate Developer video series from this year for a quick recap on the questions you should be asking before hiring. 

As always, we appreciate your interest in our content and look forward to continuing to provide you with valuable information on commercial real estate development, acquisition, and much more to come in 2021!