JANUARY 2006 HIGHLIGHTS

SEEKING “STABLE” INVESTMENTS:
THE NET LEASE DEMAND

Industry experts discuss trends of the 2005
net lease market and what's on the horizon
for 2006.

HOMETOWN DEVELOPER
Sarasota, Florida-based Casto Lifestyle Properties
has been instrumental in the commercial and
residential revival of its hometown.
BY RANDALL SHEARIN

SEEKING CULTURAL DNA
The Hispanic market in the U.S. is one
that developers and retailers are finally waking up to. A consortium of three shopping center players has come together under the banner of Hispanic Retail Group to seek out Hispanic markets and develop centers.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

HOMESTYLE RETAIL
Developers create a unique “homestyle” theme in a shopping center setting at The Arboretum of South Barrington.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

REHABILITATION, REDEVELOPMENT& REPOSITIONING IN ESTABLISHED MARKETS
These three R's of the property investment cycle are playing an important part in a profitableinvestment strategy.
BY JOHN PANTONE

THE ART OF SHAVING
Specialty retail chain caters to growing demand for men's grooming products.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

POLLO CAMPERO STRIKES A CHORD
Latin American QSR concept crosses over to the U.S. — and customers line up for a taste.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

NEW RULE COULD LIMIT RETAILER FINANCING OPTIONS
Recently passed bankruptcy lease assumption limitations may limit retailer financing options.
BY MARY ELLEN WELCH ROGERS

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