The cost of renting a warehouse in the United States has skyrocketed in the past two years, while vacancy has plummeted to record lows. A booming e-commerce sector, reshoring manufacturers, and other contributing factors have kept pushing demand higher. Meanwhile, a global pandemic, unprecedented supply chain disruptions, and a labor shortage have limited the ability of industrial real estate stakeholders to deliver new inventory. As businesses outgrow their existing facilities, they are now left wondering: Can I afford a bigger warehouse? Fortunately, there are still ... Read More

Massive e-commerce sales fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic have left many online and omnichannel retailers dealing with unexpected business growth. Though the e-commerce boom has slowed compared to the explosion seen in 2020, online retail continues to experience steady growth year-over-year. This level of continuous growth came as a shock to the industry, resulting in many e-commerce sellers outgrowing their existing fulfillment capabilities much sooner than they planned. 3 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Current Fulfillment Capabilities As your business grows, its needs can change dramatically. ... Read More

Originally published by Yahoo Finance. Milwaukee's Meta House recently received a large donation from Phoenix Investors, a Milwaukee-based commercial real estate firm, in support of their annual fundraiser. The accompanying event, entitled "A Day for Meta House: Metamorphosis," will include several one-hour sessions on May 11 and May 20 throughout the greater Milwaukee area. The event centers around two women who are in long-term recovery; the women will share their stories, highlighting the changes they've made along the way and the role Meta House and the recovery community as a whole have played in their success. This ... Read More