Entries by Shelley Cernel

The New Standard for Smart Debt Management: AI-Powered Strategy in 2025

Smart debt management is no longer just a capital source in commercial real estate (CRE)—it’s a strategic asset. As market cycles compress, interest rate regimes shift, and liquidity tightens, owners and operators must evolve how they think about debt. Legacy tactics like “set-it-and-forget-it” refinancing and occasional loan reviews leave too much on the table.  In […]

12 Questions Every CRE Leader Should Be Asking Their Data (But Isn’t)

In commercial real estate (CRE), decision-making is often constrained not by a lack of information, but by limited access to the right insights at the right time. Data is everywhere: spreadsheets, rent rolls, trailing-12s (T12), loan documents, investor reports, and more. But too often, that data is siloed, disorganized, or too time-consuming to analyze.  As […]

Forget ChatGPT. Here’s Why CRE Needs Purpose-Built AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a fixture in the headlines—and for good reason. Tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot have transformed how professionals across industries access information and complete tasks. But when it comes to commercial real estate (CRE), generic AI models often fall short.  If you’re a CRE owner, operator, or decision-maker, the stakes […]

From Gut Instinct to Data-Driven Strategy: How AI is Reshaping CRE Leadership

For decades, commercial real estate (CRE) has been an industry shaped by experience, instinct, and personal networks. Decisions about refinancing, asset sales, or portfolio reallocation often came down to what felt right. But the landscape is shifting fast. Decisions that once relied on relationships now demand real-time analytics, cross-system visibility, and defensible data.  In an […]

Why CRE Owners & Operators Can’t Afford to Ignore AI Any Longer

Commercial real estate (CRE) is becoming harder to manage the old way. Portfolios now span more properties, generate more data, and involve more stakeholders than ever before. Leases, loan terms, and asset performance are changing too quickly for manual processes to keep up. In the middle of it all, one technology is proving essential for […]

The AI Advantage: Transforming Commercial Real Estate with Responsible AI Practices

The commercial real estate (CRE) landscape is rapidly evolving, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a game-changer for industry professionals. Far beyond a passing tech trend, AI is transforming how CRE firms perform routine tasks, analyze data, make strategic decisions, and ultimately drive value across portfolios. However, with this innovation comes a new level of […]

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Commercial Real Estate: Unlocking the Power of Effective Querying

As the commercial real estate (CRE) industry continues to evolve in response to market demands and technological advancements, one trend stands out: the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is no longer just a buzzword; it is transforming how CRE professionals analyze data, make decisions, and optimize operations. However, the effectiveness of AI tools hinges […]

Why CRE Firms Must Think Like Tech Companies to Thrive

In today’s rapidly evolving commercial real estate (CRE) landscape, the key to staying competitive lies in transforming your approach to business. It can be argued that to succeed, CRE firms must think and operate more like tech companies. After all, the future of real estate isn’t just about property management—it’s about innovation, data-driven decision-making, and […]

Leveraging AI, BI, and HI for Optimal Growth in Commercial Real Estate

In the rapidly evolving world of commercial real estate (CRE), the integration of advanced technologies and human intelligence is transforming the way firms operate. Among the most influential of these advancements are Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Intelligence (BI), and Human Intelligence (HI). These three pillars not only enhance operational efficiency but also drive optimal growth […]

Human Intelligence: The Key to Maximizing AI and BI in CRE

In an era dominated by technological advancements, the importance of human intelligence (HI) in commercial real estate (CRE) cannot be overstated. While Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Business Intelligence (BI) tools provide invaluable data and insights, it is human intelligence that ultimately guides strategic decision-making and drives success. Read ahead to explore the critical role of […]