Commercial Investment Real Estate May/June 2017 | Page 3

May | June 2017 | Vol. XXXVI No. 3 22 30 Strength at the Grassroots Cultural Revolution Driverless vehicles will dramatically change the commercial real estate landscape. CCIM chapters train leaders, promote knowledge, and enhance members’ referrals. by Jim Winter by Sara S. Patterson 24 34 cover story Mixed Signals Glimmers of Hope Caution creeps into the capital markets. In the throes of an evolution, retail is forging new paths. by Beth Mattson-Teig 38 Wind Resistant Environmental liability risks persist despite change in administration. by Tom Mounteer by Beth Mattson-Teig columns departments President’s Desk Market Forecast CCIM Q&A Financing Focus Investment Analysis Legal Briefs Technology Solutions 2 10 12 14 16 18 20 6 40 42 44 48 Market Trends Regional Outlook International Beat Deal Makers CCIM Connections 12 CCIM.COM May | June 2017 1