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DMM Data in Studies & Whitepapers

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Did you know that DMM data is used in research studies and whitepapers? For many years, Directory of Major Malls | ShoppingCenters.com has contributed data and co-authored articles, research studies and whitepapers with various media outlets, research groups and analytic organizations. See where our data has been leveraged.

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How Simplified Lease Billing and Smart Data Are Shaping Retail Real Estate

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As the retail real estate landscape continues to evolve, clarity and efficiency have become essential for all market participants. Achieving greater clarity in lease billing minimizes unexpected costs and ensures transparency throughout the leasing process. At the same time, smart data resources—such as the Directory of Major Malls—offer unparalleled insights into property details, tenant mix, and market opportunities. By providing retailers, brokers, and property owners with access to accurate and actionable information, these tools empower better site selection, more informed negotiations, and faster decision-making. Ultimately, the integration of simplified lease billing with comprehensive data solutions is setting a new standard for confidence and success in today’s competitive retail real estate market.

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Release Notes : May 2025 DMM shopping center and tenant data

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Discover the North American retail shopping center landscape like never before! Welcome to the May 2025 release notes for the Directory of Major Malls / ShoppingCenters.com dataset, which features a wide range of shopping center classifications across the U.S. and Canada.

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DMM feature service tiers available on Esri Marketplace

DMM Data on the Esri ArcGIS geospatial platform

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The Directory of Major Malls (DMM) has partnered with Esri to deliver access to 364,000 tenants with over 106,000 retail brands across 17,000+ US and Canadian shopping centers as a feature service on the Esri ArcGIS platform.

This integration includes sophisticated trade area analytics derived from mobile device activity, providing detailed consumer profile demographics, segmentation, and cross-shopping metrics at the zip+4 and census block group levels.

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The Importance of Data-Driven QSR Site Selection

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The Importance of Data-Driven QSR Site Selection underscores the shift from traditional methods of site selection to leveraging comprehensive, integrated data for smarter decision-making. Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are increasingly relying on advanced tools and datasets—like shopping center feature data, visitor traffic analytics, and enhanced demographic insights—to minimize risk, identify growth opportunities, and optimize new locations. This approach not only helps uncover hidden opportunities but also ensures alignment with target customer profiles, enabling QSRs to thrive in a competitive landscape .

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Holiday Wish List for Retail CRE and Investment Professionals from DMM. Accurate shopping cetner and tenant location data...Cross-Shopped properties anayliss...Mobile based Trade area maps...Consumer Segmentation...area Visitation metrics

Holiday Wish List for Retail CRE & Investment Professionals

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2025 New Year’s Resolution: Maximize your site selection and investment potential with comprehensive retail property intelligence. Make data-driven decisions by staying ahead of consumer behavior shifts, market dynamics, and emerging retail trends. Access the strategic insights you need for transforming market intelligence into portfolio success

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Factors to consider when assigning the capitalization rate - Read the article on ShoppingCenters. Explore the importance of qualifying income in retail property acquisition in this comprehensive article. Dive into essential due diligence strategies that highlight key factors such as lease structures, tenant credibility, and income stability. Learn how to identify value-add opportunities that can enhance your investment returns in the retail real estate market.

Qualifying the Income in a Retail Property Acquisition

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The price you pay to acquire a retail asset is one of the most critical factors in determining how much the investment will ultimately return to you. Guest contributors Jack Nugent of Newmark and Rudolph Milian of Woodcliff Woodcliff Realty Advisors provide expert insight on navigating this process to make the best deal possible.

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