The Brokers

Welcome to another episode of The Brokers. Joining us is Chris J. Murphy, a partner at his law firm, where he leads the Land Use, Zoning, and Redevelopment practice, as well as the Tax Credits and Incentives practice. With a focus on real estate development, Chris has been involved in transformational projects throughout New Jersey, helping institutional developers navigate the approval process for industrial, mixed-use, multifamil...

Welcome to another episode of The Brokers. Joining us are Jonah Mermelstein, Senior Vice President, Investments, and Tyler Mordas, Vice President, Investments, Industrial Development of Brookfield Asset Management, one of the world's largest and most successful real estate investment firms. Brookfield's approach is simple and consistent: investing in high-quality assets to maximize value. Their expertise enables them to spo...

Join us for an engaging episode of The Brokers with Orry Michael from Faropoint, a leading U.S. real estate investment firm specializing in last mile industrial real estate. Since its founding in 2012, Faropoint has become one of the top 20 industrial real estate owners in the country, thanks to its innovative approach and proprietary data platform.

In this episode, Orry Michael shares insights into Faropoint's strategy of acqu...

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Milanaik, a Partner for the Northeast Region at Bridge Industrial, based in Chicago, IL. Jeff opened the Northeast regional office in Parsippany, NJ, in September 2014. His role involves acquiring and developing investment-grade industrial buildings. Jeff's expertise and leadership in the field have been recognized by his peers. He served as the 2022 NAIOP NJ Chair and was featured on ROI-...

In this installment of The Brokers podcast, we're joined by Michael Klein, co-head of JLL's capital markets team, specializing in debt and investment sales. From the era before the pandemic to the present day, we delve into the shifts in lending dynamics, spotlighting key players like Bank of America and Wells Fargo who took a step back in 2022, as well as those who remained active. Additionally, we explore the intricacies ...

In the latest episode of The Brokers, we dive into the dynamic world of New Jersey real estate with Clark Machemer, Senior Managing Director of Crow Holdings Development. From the lows of the pandemic in March 2020 to the peaks and shifts in the market today, Machemer provides insights into the development landscape. Despite challenges like rising interest rates in 2022, Crow Holdings Development remained active and adaptable, emph...

Join us Scott Perkins, Chris Todd and Kerry Barrett as we kick off Season 4 of "The Brokers" podcast with a lively discussion about the current state of the industrial real estate market in 2024. With a clearer understanding of industry dynamics emerging, we delves into predictions and trends shaping the market's landscape.

We're thrilled to have Chris Cree from Cree Wine Company join us as our special guest....

Welcome back to "The Brokers," your go-to podcast for an insider's perspective on the dynamic world of industrial real estate in the thriving region of Northern New Jersey. As we continue our journey through the intricacies of the industrial landscape, our hosts, Scott Perkins and Chris Todd, are joined by two distinguished guests in this special episode – Will Gilkeson and Hank Klehm of Bridge Logistics Properties.

Join Scott and Chris in this episode of The Brokers podcast as they unveil their bold predictions for the New Jersey industrial real estate market in 2024. Chris dives into the optimistic outlook for the upcoming year, highlighting the return of key players and increased confidence in the market. The duo discusses leasing rates, sales market dynamics, and the institutionalization of the market that has influenced the stability in r...

After a memorable summer break, we're ready to delve into the ever-evolving Meadowlands real estate scene. In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the Meadowlands real estate market, where prices and leasing rates are on a roller-coaster ride. Class A and Class B properties are undergoing transformations, and we've got some intriguing rumors about a million-square-foot deal to tease you with. So, sit back, relax, a...

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 2 of "The Brokers" podcast, where hosts Scott Perkins, Chris Todd, and Kerry Barrett provide valuable insights into the New Jersey industrial real estate market. In this episode, they delve into the emerging trends and opportunities in the industrial outdoor storage (iOS) sector, which is rapidly gaining prominence as an institutional asset class. They discuss the distinctions between industri...

Join us as we delve into the captivating world of sublease spaces in New Jersey's thriving industrial real estate market. In this episode, we uncover the underlying dynamics behind the surging trend of subleases and explore their impact on the overall market. Gain exclusive insights from industry experts as we analyze the factors driving this phenomenon and its implications for investors, tenants, and landlords. Discover the hi...