The Modern Retail Mix Big-box and mid-box spaces used to be the absolute crown jewels of Michigan’s retail corridors. Historically, landlords vied for massive, multi-thousand-square-foot anchor tenants to secure a property’s valuation and guarantee foot traffic. But as we move through mid-2026, the real action along...
For decades, Michigan has been known as the engine of American industry. But in 2026, a new kind of economic momentum is taking hold. While manufacturing remains a cornerstone, the state has officially emerged as a national leader in a different sector: franchising. According to the 2026 Franchising Economic Outlook...
In the world of commercial real estate, data often trails behind "gut feeling." But as we move through 2026, the metrics are finally validating the market transformation we have been tracking across Metro Detroit. According to the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2026 report by PwC and the Urban Land Institute, Metro...
At Keystone, we often talk about "building"—building portfolios, building relationships, and building the future of commercial real estate. But as we begin 2026, we wanted to focus on building a different kind of foundation: mental health and community safety. Earlier this month, members of the Keystone team stepped...
At Keystone Commercial Real Estate, our team takes pride in being more than just brokers—to our clients, we are strategic expansion partners. Our ongoing work with Jax Kar Wash is a prime example of how the right real estate strategy can fuel a brand’s evolution from a local staple into a dominant regional leader. We...
The recent announcement of JoAnn fabric store closures across Michigan has sparked discussions about the state of retail real estate. To gain a deeper understanding of the implications, we spoke with Norman Abro of Keystone Commercial Real Estate, who provided valuable insights into the market dynamics at play. ...