Every morning, you check your property updates, hoping something changed. It didn’t. One unit has been empty for months. Another just crossed the line where it starts to feel permanent. You lowered the rent. You listed it everywhere. You even hired help. Still, nothing serious comes through. Then you pass a competing plaza nearby. New…
We are incredibly proud to announce that Tori Rendano Nook, CEO and Founder of Anchor Retail, has been recognized as one of the Top 25 LinkedIn Influencers by CREi Summit — one of the most prestigious rankings in commercial real estate innovation. What Is the CREi Summit LinkedIn Influencer List? CREi Summit is a leading…
Meijer is making a major statement this spring. On May 6, 2026, the Grand Rapids-based retail giant will simultaneously open three new locations spanning three states — a rare triple grand opening that signals the company’s continued commitment to Midwest growth. The new stores include two massive 159,000-square-foot supercenters and a smaller-format grocery store, each…
The Problem With Standard Property Management If you’ve worked with a property management company before, you know the drill: you get handed a contract that covers everything — whether you need it all or not. You pay for services you don’t use, lose control over the pieces you’re good at, and end up locked…
A case study in persistence, communication, and closing complex commercial real estate transactions against the odds. When most commercial real estate deals hit a wall — rising interest rates, permitting delays, contentious lease negotiations — they fall apart. This one didn’t. The development of a Speedway / 7-Eleven gas station at 1805 Jackson Pike, Columbus, OH…
CRE Launch Cleveland: Commercial Real Estate Training & Mentorship Program Now Available in Ohio Commercial real estate training in Cleveland, Ohio has been elevated with the arrival of CRE Launch — a nationally recognized, 10-week CRE education and mentorship program designed to prepare the next generation of commercial real estate professionals. Whether a career…
Case Study: 7-Eleven at Mink & Innovation — New Albany, Ohio Developing a successful retail site in a high-growth corridor often requires more than a strong location—it demands persistence, data-driven storytelling, and coordination across multiple stakeholders. The development of a 7-Eleven gas station and convenience store at the corner of Mink Road and Innovation Drive…
We’re incredibly proud of the milestones we’ve achieved and the connections we’ve made across the commercial real estate industry in 2025. 🎯 We closed deals across five states: Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Kentucky, and Florida. Our team earned some incredible honors this year, including recognition as a Realty Resources Network Board Member, membership in the…
Kicking off 2026 with strong momentum 💪 We’ve successfully repositioned multiple freestanding vacant retail assets across Northeast Ohio—4 at lease or sale, 2 already sold. 📩 If you own a vacant or soon-to-be vacant freestanding property, let’s connect. Angela Greiner | 614.739.0187 | agreiner@www.anchorretail.com Christopher McFarland | 216.342.2578 | cmcfarland@www.anchorretail.com Jimmy DiFonzo | 216.342.2634 | jdifonzo@www.anchorretail.com Realty Resources Affiliate Network
he Spolight: The Women Speak Podcast with amazing and talented Allison S. Weiss founder of Women Speak CRE and CRE Recruiting! We discuss my journey from starting as a real estate intern at 19 years old to owning my own firm Anchor Retail now. Check it out 👉https://lnkd.in/e3RE33j4
