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NREI Common Area – Episode 28 – Mega-Merger: Simon Property Group to Buy Taubman Centers

NREI Common Area – Episode 28 – Mega-Merger: Simon Property Group to Buy Taubman Centers

In this episode of Common Area Podcast, David Bodamer discusses the recent mega-merger between Simon Property Group and Taubman Centers. David explores the early days of the retail mall industry, which began with these two retail real-estate giants, to uncover what finally brought these two rivals together. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • What events led to the REIT revolution
  • About the conflictual past relationship between Simon Property Group and Taubman Centers
  • Insights into why both companies agreed to this merge
  • What Simon Property Group is doing to help struggling retailers
  • And more!

Tune in now to get the backstory behind this mega-merger! 

Resources:

National Real Estate Investor 

Links to more stories:

Breaking Down Simon’s Bet on Taubman

Book Review: A Pioneer’s Tale

 

NREI Common Area – Episode 27: How the Grocer Consolidation Will Impact Shopping Center Landlords

NREI Common Area – Episode 27: How the Grocer Consolidation Will Impact Shopping Center Landlords

In this episode of Common Area Podcast, David Bodamer discusses how grocery stores are evolving to meet consumers’ ever-changing shopping habits, why consolidation is inevitable, and how these changes will impact shopping center landlords.  

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How grocery chains are evolving to accommodate changes in consumer habits
  • Why smaller stores are at risk of being snatched up by the national players and larger chains 
  • Why consolidation can be positive for landlords
  • And more!

What does all of this mean for grocers and landlords going forward? Tune in to find out!

Resources:  National Real Estate Investor 

Read the full story:

Grocer Consolidation Is Expected to Continue. How Will It Impact Shopping Center Landlords?