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In this blog post, discover how investing in early childhood education not only addresses the persistent issue of preschool waitlist times but also offers a lucrative and socially impactful opportunity for investors.

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the world of early childhood education real estate, offering our insights into trends, strategies, and investment opportunities for preschool development. From understanding the importance of ECE to navigating the complexities of investing in this dynamic sector, this guide equips investors with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and capitalize on the growing demand for high-quality preschool facilities.

We often pass by retail stores without fully realizing the diverse range of commercial real estate options they represent. Today, we’re taking a closer look at two specific types of retail enterprises that CMK Properties favors for investment and development: discount and specialty retail.

Harnessing the Power of Single Tenant Net Lease Structures Finally, both discount and specialty retail developments traditionally utilize single tenant net lease structures, a preferred approach at CMK Properties. By entering into STNL lease agreements, we establish symbiotic, strategic partnerships with select retailers who meet our strict investment criteria. These arrangements ensure a steady rental income while entrusting the tenant with property maintenance responsibilities. Additionally, we’re able to secure long-term leases with favorable terms, creating a win-win scenario. Our tenants become sole occupants of their space, and our operational involvement is limited. In conclusion, both discount retail and specialty retail offer compelling advantages for real estate investment. At CMK Properties, we’ve seen great success in developing for tenants in these sectors like Tractor Supply Company, Dollar General, and others, reinforcing our motto of solid, stable, and predictable opportunities. If you are interested in exploring investment within the discount retail or specialty retail sectors, we would be happy to speak with you further. Please fill out this form to contact us today. Please note that CMK Properties Investment Offerings are only for Accredited Investors. CMK Properties and its affiliates’ use of social media is for informational purposes only. No post, tweet, retweet, like, or any other interaction is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or an offer, or a solicitation to make an offer, to participate in any investment strategy managed by CMK Properties or its affiliates, and no such interaction may be construed as a recommendation by CMK Properties or its affiliates regarding any investment opportunity or as personalized investment advice. Information that CMK Properties posts on any social media site is taken from sources that CMK Properties believes to be reliable, but is not guaranteed by CMK Properties for accuracy or completeness. CMK Properties does not endorse or accept responsibility for the content, use, or reliability of such sites. CMK Properties assumes no liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in or from any data or other information provided on third party pages. Any opinions or statements posted by third parties are their own and may not be representative of the experience of others or indicative of future performance or success. Any opinions expressed by CMK Properties or its employees on such social media sites are as of the date of publication and may change at any time without notice to you. Investments in securities involve risk, including the potential loss of principal invested. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.

Discover how investing in commercial real estate can provide you with practical benefits that go beyond cash-flow, enabling you to enjoy more freedom and financial security.

Discover the advantages of investing in Single Tenant Net Lease (STNL) developments at CMK Properties, including predictable cash flow, strategic focus, and attractive financing options.

CMK Properties recently held an investor gathering with discussions led by Mindy Gayer, business development manager at The Entrust Group, and John Navin, founder of The Navin Group. Attendees gained insight on the benefits of investing in real estate through self-directed IRAs, in addition to wisdom on crafting a stable investment plan for the year ahead.

We recently hosted a live discussion with Dominic Sulo of Marcus & Millichaps’ Sulo Group to examine the benefits of investing in Early Childhood Education (ECE). This blog will summarize Sulo’s primary points on the advantages of ECE, but the full conversation can be found here.

We recently hosted a panel where several financial experts, including Mark MacArthur and Jeff Simpson with Ausdal Financial Partners, shared some of their top investment insights – including the value of investing in commercial real estate, specifically Early Childhood Education (ECE). While the conversation was primarily focused on a current CMK Properties offering available to accredited investors, three macro investing takeaways bubbled to the surface:

CMK was entrusted to purchase and retrofit a vacant retail store into a new facility for Tractor Supply under a limited timeline of 12-16 weeks.

CMK provided development services for The Learning Zone, a well-established early childhood education brand in the Middle TN market seeking to expand.

CMK was approached by The Learning Experience, one of the largest early childhood education operators in the nation, with a build to suit development request for a new preschool facility in Middle TN.

TriGreen, one of the region’s top John Deere dealers, approached CMK with the need for a new dealership to expand their presence to Crossville, TN.

CMK strategically assembled a portfolio of best in class Dollar General properties located across 12 states nationwide.

Huntsville, AL - CMK Properties has officially surpassed 1 million square feet of total developed and acquired properties with its latest project, The Learning Zone - Promenade in Huntsville, Alabama. Specializing in build-to-suit projects for nationally recognized operators, CMK continues to create impactful real estate spaces across the country. This milestone reflects the firm’s commitment to creating value and driving growth for its strategic partners like The Learning Zone.

CMK Properties is excited to announce its next development project in partnership with Tractor Supply Company, located in Minnesota. This expansion represents a significant milestone for CMK, as it brings the company’s presence to an impressive 21 states nationwide.

Andrews, SC – CMK Properties is proud to announce plans for the development of a 21,930-square-foot Tractor Supply Company store in Andrews, South Carolina. The project represents a significant investment in the community, bringing access to Tractor Supply’s wide range of rural lifestyle products and services. Construction is set to begin in early 2025, with the store opening by the fall of the same year. The new facility will feature a live goods center and a fenced-in outdoor display area. The development will be part of Tractor Supply Company’s nationwide expansion and continues their commitment to serving rural communities with high-quality products and customer service.

CMK Properties is pleased to announce the signing of a new lease with Memorial Hermann Health System at our Woodforest Professional Plaza I property in Montgomery, Texas. As one of the region’s largest health systems, Memorial Hermann plans to utilize the new space to provide primary care and other services to the growing Woodforest community and hopes to begin seeing patients in the new facility by April of 2025.

CMK Properties is pleased to announce the appointment of Luke Curfman as Vice President of Finance & Asset Management, bringing over 14 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry.

Ladysmith, Wisconsin – Tractor Supply Company celebrated the grand opening of their new store in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, this past weekend, joined by numerous community members and officials.

Huntsville, AL — On Monday, June 17th, CMK Properties began construction on The Learning Zone’s latest childcare facility on Balch Road in Huntsville, Alabama. This project marks CMK Properties’ second development for TLZ in the rapidly expanding Huntsville market.

Warrensburg, MO – CMK Properties is proud to announce the turn-key development of a new Tractor Supply Company building in Warrensburg, Missouri. This project marks the real estate investment firm’s fifth partnership with Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, operating over 2,000 stores in 49 states.

Huntsville, AL — CMK Properties is pleased to announce the grand opening of their most recent development, The Learning Zone (TLZ) at 2615 Old Fairway Rd. NW, Huntsville, AL 35806. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on May 10, and the building officially opened its doors to students on May 13. The new 13,404 square foot facility will provide award-winning education and care to families with children from six weeks to five years old.