<![CDATA[Boone Tea]]>Welcome to Boone Tea! Our goal is to take complex commercial real estate (CRE) topics and translate them into “why this matters to Boone residents and business owners.”

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:58:03 GMTTue, 14 Apr 2026 15:46:01 GMT60James Milner, CCIM and Jamie Sherar<p>Welcome to Boone Tea! Our goal is to take complex commercial real estate (CRE) topics and translate them into “why this matters to Boone residents and business owners.”</p>episodicJames Milner, CCIM and Jamie Sherarjames@appalachiancre.comno<![CDATA[Episode 4 - How Commercial Real Estate Actually Works]]>James covers his experience at the ICSC Vegas convention, networking at the event, and conversations with retailers.

This episode delves into the different types of commercial real estate and specialized roles that brokers can have. We discuss various types of commercial real estate transactions, including leasing and sales. It explores the complexities of leasing, the different types of leases, and the valuation of commercial properties. Additionally, it highlights the challenges and the importance of relationships in the commercial real estate industry.

Takeaways

  • Different types of Commercial Real Estate
  • Commercial Real Estate Transactions
  • Specialized roles in Commercial Real Estate
  • Understanding the different types of leases, such as gross lease, modified gross lease, and triple net lease, is crucial in commercial real estate.

Chapters

  • 00:00 ICSC Vegas Convention
  • 14:31 Types of Commercial Real Estate
  • 22:16 Roles in Commercial Real Estate
  • 30:23 Appraisers and Lenders
  • 39:11 Types of Commercial Real Estate Transactions
  • 55:02 Valuation of Commercial Properties
  • 01:03:42 Challenges and Relationships in Commercial Real Estate

If you enjoyed this episode we would appreciate you leaving us a five star rating or sharing with a friend. We welcome questions or suggestions for future episodes. Until next time.

]]>edd0c138-7609-4556-8202-feb364a18be5Sun, 31 May 2026 20:31:34 GMT<p>James covers his experience at the ICSC Vegas convention, networking at the event, and conversations with retailers.</p><p></p><p>This episode delves into the different types of commercial real estate and specialized roles that brokers can have. We discuss various types of commercial real estate transactions, including leasing and sales. It explores the complexities of leasing, the different types of leases, and the valuation of commercial properties. Additionally, it highlights the challenges and the importance of relationships in the commercial real estate industry.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Different types of Commercial Real Estate</li><li>Commercial Real Estate Transactions</li><li>Specialized roles in Commercial Real Estate</li><li>Understanding the different types of leases, such as gross lease, modified gross lease, and triple net lease, is crucial in commercial real estate.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 ICSC Vegas Convention</li><li>14:31 Types of Commercial Real Estate</li><li>22:16 Roles in Commercial Real Estate</li><li>30:23 Appraisers and Lenders</li><li>39:11 Types of Commercial Real Estate Transactions</li><li>55:02 Valuation of Commercial Properties</li><li>01:03:42 Challenges and Relationships in Commercial Real Estate</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode we would appreciate you leaving us a five star rating or sharing with a friend. We welcome questions or suggestions for future episodes. Until next time.</p>no01:16:2114Episode 4 - How Commercial Real Estate Actually Worksfull<![CDATA[Episode 3 - Why certain retailers won't come to Boone]]>The episode covers a range of topics related to retail real estate, and the factors influencing the presence of specific retailers in Boone. It also delves into the use of data analytics to understand consumer behavior and make informed retail decisions. The conversation delves into the retail landscape of Boone, North Carolina, exploring the factors that influence the success and viability of retail businesses in the area. It provides insights into the demographic fit, market dynamics, and the challenges faced by retailers in tertiary markets.

Takeaways

  • Understanding consumer behavior and demographic data is crucial for making informed retail decisions.
  • Demographic fit is a crucial factor for retailers in tertiary markets.
  • Retailers in smaller markets need to consider factors such as population, income, and logistics for success.

Chapters

  • 05:07 Why Certain Retailers Won't Come to Boone
  • 13:06 Franchisee-Franchisor Relationship and Retail Real Estate
  • 19:31 Understanding Retailer Presence and Consumer Behavior
  • 30:32 Data-Driven Retail Decision Making
  • 38:43 Retail Landscape of Boone, NC
  • 43:43 Retailer Selection and Market Dynamics
  • 50:56 Construction Costs and Retail Development
  • 56:42 Local Business and Community Needs
  • 01:03:37 Future of Retail in Boone, NC

James is heading to ICSC Vegas, the Superbowl of retail real estate. If you are going out there and want to connect, feel free to reach out via email or social media. You can find his contact information at www.appalachiancre.com.

]]>4b5c2311-70b6-4963-9541-2330649e9b38Fri, 15 May 2026 13:28:51 GMT<p>The episode covers a range of topics related to retail real estate, and the factors influencing the presence of specific retailers in Boone. It also delves into the use of data analytics to understand consumer behavior and make informed retail decisions. The conversation delves into the retail landscape of Boone, North Carolina, exploring the factors that influence the success and viability of retail businesses in the area. It provides insights into the demographic fit, market dynamics, and the challenges faced by retailers in tertiary markets.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Understanding consumer behavior and demographic data is crucial for making informed retail decisions.</li><li>Demographic fit is a crucial factor for retailers in tertiary markets.</li><li>Retailers in smaller markets need to consider factors such as population, income, and logistics for success.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>05:07 Why Certain Retailers Won't Come to Boone</li><li>13:06 Franchisee-Franchisor Relationship and Retail Real Estate</li><li>19:31 Understanding Retailer Presence and Consumer Behavior</li><li>30:32 Data-Driven Retail Decision Making</li><li>38:43 Retail Landscape of Boone, NC</li><li>43:43 Retailer Selection and Market Dynamics</li><li>50:56 Construction Costs and Retail Development</li><li>56:42 Local Business and Community Needs</li><li>01:03:37 Future of Retail in Boone, NC</li></ul><p></p><p>James is heading to ICSC Vegas, the Superbowl of retail real estate. If you are going out there and want to connect, feel free to reach out via email or social media. You can find his contact information at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.appalachiancre.com" target="_blank">www.appalachiancre.com</a>.</p>no01:16:2613Episode 3 - Why certain retailers won't come to Boonefull<![CDATA[Episode 2 - Downtown Boone, NC]]>The conversation delves into the vibrant and diverse landscape of Downtown Boone, covering its attractions, eateries, projects, and the impact of the North Carolina Main Street Program. It also explores the role of the Downtown Boone Development Association and the Municipal Service District, as well as the area's economic vitality. The conversation emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and retailers, as well as the flexibility and unique offerings of downtown retailers.

Takeaways

  • Downtown Boone is a vibrant and diverse hub with attractions, eateries, and projects that contribute to its economic vitality.
  • The role of the Downtown Boone Development Association, the Municipal Service District, and the North Carolina Main Street Program is crucial for the success and growth of Downtown Boone.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Welcome to Downtown Boone
  • 05:08 The Green and Wilcox Building
  • 10:19 The Main Points of the DBDA
  • 16:27 Howard Street Revitalization Project
  • 22:34 First piece of Boone Tea

Show Notes:

]]>bcc75fd3-b6ef-498e-affc-7d30c8c53899Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the vibrant and diverse landscape of Downtown Boone, covering its attractions, eateries, projects, and the impact of the North Carolina Main Street Program. It also explores the role of the Downtown Boone Development Association and the Municipal Service District, as well as the area's economic vitality. The conversation emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and retailers, as well as the flexibility and unique offerings of downtown retailers.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Downtown Boone is a vibrant and diverse hub with attractions, eateries, and projects that contribute to its economic vitality.</li><li>The role of the Downtown Boone Development Association, the Municipal Service District, and the North Carolina Main Street Program is crucial for the success and growth of Downtown Boone.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Welcome to Downtown Boone</li><li>05:08 The Green and Wilcox Building</li><li>10:19 The Main Points of the DBDA</li><li>16:27 Howard Street Revitalization Project</li><li>22:34 First piece of Boone Tea</li></ul><p></p><p>Show Notes:</p><ul><li>For more information on Downtown Boone, NC go to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.downtownboonenc.com" target="_blank">www.downtownboonenc.com</a></li><li>Boonerang is June 19-21, 2026 and for more information go to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.boonerangfest.com" target="_blank">www.boonerangfest.com</a></li></ul>no00:57:1512Episode 2 - Downtown Boone, NCfull<![CDATA[Welcome to Boone Tea | Episode 1 - The Housing Crisis]]>Welcome to Boone Tea! This podcast aims to address complex commercial real estate issues and explain why they matter to Boone residents and business owners. The conversation delves into the dynamics of real estate supply and demand, the impact of construction costs on housing, economic factors affecting housing development, policy and regulatory frameworks for housing development, and the concept of micro housing as a solution to housing needs.

Takeaways

  • Challenges of the housing crisis
  • Impact of interest rates on housing
  • Affordability and availability of housing
  • Real estate supply and demand
  • Impact of construction costs on housing
  • Economic factors affecting housing development
  • Policy and regulations in housing development
  • Micro housing as a solution for housing needs

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introductions | Housing Market Trends
  • 30:56 Real Estate Supply and Demand
  • 36:24 Impact of Construction Costs on Housing
  • 42:12 Economic Factors Affecting Housing Development
  • 50:20 Micro Housing as a Solution for Housing Needs
]]>df6edd5b-c0ba-4a62-b32a-b5f25d496ca9Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Welcome to Boone Tea! This podcast aims to address complex commercial real estate issues and explain why they matter to Boone residents and business owners. The conversation delves into the dynamics of real estate supply and demand, the impact of construction costs on housing, economic factors affecting housing development, policy and regulatory frameworks for housing development, and the concept of micro housing as a solution to housing needs.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Challenges of the housing crisis</li><li>Impact of interest rates on housing</li><li>Affordability and availability of housing</li><li>Real estate supply and demand</li><li>Impact of construction costs on housing</li><li>Economic factors affecting housing development</li><li>Policy and regulations in housing development</li><li>Micro housing as a solution for housing needs</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introductions | Housing Market Trends</li><li>30:56 Real Estate Supply and Demand</li><li>36:24 Impact of Construction Costs on Housing</li><li>42:12 Economic Factors Affecting Housing Development</li><li>50:20 Micro Housing as a Solution for Housing Needs</li></ul>no01:01:0411Welcome to Boone Tea | Episode 1 - The Housing Crisisfull