The Developer’s Guide to Franchise Growth: Partnering with National Brands for Site Expansion
Franchises and Developers: A Natural Partnership If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my 30-plus years in commercial real estate, it’s this: franchise growth and smart development go hand in hand. As the President of MX Properties, I’ve worked with dozens of national and regional brands—especially in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) and convenience store (C-store) […]
Health-Conscious Real Estate: Why Fitness-Oriented Amenities Are Reshaping Commercial Developments
Where Fitness Meets Real Estate As someone who’s spent the last 30 years developing commercial properties—and who also happens to be passionate about fitness—I’ve had a front-row seat to one of the most exciting shifts in our industry: the rise of health-conscious real estate. We’ve come a long way from the days when a strip […]
Florida’s Fastest-Growing Submarkets for Retail Investment in 2025
Why Florida Is Still the Retail Goldmine After more than 30 years in commercial real estate development, one truth has held steady: Florida doesn’t stop growing. No matter the economic climate, our state continues to attract new residents, businesses, and investments. As the President of MX Properties, I’ve spent decades tracking where the growth is […]
The New Face of Convenience: Redefining the C-Store Experience for Today’s Consumers
A New Era for the Old Corner Store When I first started in commercial real estate development over 30 years ago, the local convenience store—what we all now call the “C-store”—was a simple operation. You had your fuel pumps, a modest structure with basic snacks and drinks, and maybe a cashier who also knew how […]