Bluerock Residential Growth REIT Sees Rental Trend Rising
Ramin Kamfar, chairman and CEO of Bluerock Residential Growth REIT, Inc. (NYSE: BRG), joined Nareit in New York for a video interview at REITweek: 2019 Investor Conference.
Kamfar said he sees two trends that are leading to a higher propensity to rent within the residential REIT sector: a shift from an industrial economy to a knowledge economy; and the housing preferences of younger generations and transitioning needs of baby boomers (from houses to multifamily units).
Life Science Real Estate a “Natural Extension” of Kilroy Realty’s Portfolio
John Kilroy, chairman, president, and CEO of Kilroy Realty Corp. (NYSE: KRC), joined Nareit in New York for a video interview at REITweek: 2019 Investor Conference.
Kilroy discussed how the REIT’s portfolio is centralized along the West Coast and noted he has seen exceptional rental growth and demand there, with rents increasing 15 to 20% over the past year.
Redevelopment Central to Empire State Realty Trust’s Strategy
John Kessler, president and COO of Empire State Realty Trust (NYSE: ESRT), joined Nareit in New York for a video interview at REITweek: 2019 Investor Conference.
Kessler said redevelopment is core to Empire State’s strategy. He said that, in total, the REIT owns 10 million square feet and has redeveloped 7.4 million square feet to date.
How iStar Helped Revitilize the Jersey Shore
iStar realizes a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redevelop Asbury Park.
REITs Assess the Potential Fiscal Impacts of Climate Change
REITs look to address rising risks of weather-related events.
How Opportunity Zone Legislation Could Impact REITs
Opportunity zone legislation has the potential to impact REITs in a number of direct and indirect ways.
Green Street Advisors Sees Bright Future for PropTech
Andy McCulloch, managing director of real estate analytics at Green Street Advisors, joined Nareit in New York for a video interview at REITweek: 2019 Investor Conference.
McCulloch said it’s easy to acquire data today, but it’s difficult to manage and digest it all, and that Green Street has been “forced to go much more granular in the analysis of the underlying real estate.”
“Green Street grades and scores the dirt under every single REIT-owned asset, and that takes a unique skillset,” he said.
Kite Realty Group Trust’s Anchor Business Flourishing
John Kite, chairman and CEO of Kite Realty Group Trust (NYSE: KRG), joined Nareit in New York for a video interview at REITweek: 2019 Investor Conference.
Kite said that the REIT advised its shareholders that it would sell at least $350 million in 2019, and as of early June 2019, it had sold $180 million with another $140 million under contract. He said it’s part of a strategic plan to strengthen Kite Realty Group’s balance sheet and the quality of its assets.
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