Retail properties are usually on major traffic arteries which high visibility. Visibility, signage and parking are very important to retail tenants. The tenant mix is also important to help draw customers to the retail stores. Most retail properties are NNN properties. Many landlords require tenants to advertise and provide sales periodically. Demographic information for the areas that are being considered is important as well. It is very helpful to know who the target market is that will be shopping at the retail store. National tenants will occupy new properties with large NNN free standing tenants who are also National Tenants.
