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CLIENT QUESTIONS · PROPERTY DECISIONS

What should an owner organize before selling a shopping center?

A consistent property information package gives prospective buyers a clearer starting point for evaluating the asset.

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Start with the current rent roll, leases and amendments, recent operating statements, occupancy information and a summary of known repairs or planned capital work. Confirm that the documents describe the same period and that changes in rent or occupancy are identifiable. Plans, surveys and existing property reports can also help establish what information is already available.

Separate documented facts from projections. Current rent, scheduled changes and a proposed future leasing plan should not be presented as if they are the same income. Aaron can help organize the offering around the property's actual operation and the questions buyers will need to investigate. Ownership's timing and objectives then guide the marketing and offer review, with the relevant transaction advisers involved in their areas of responsibility.

Questions clients ask

Can preparation begin if some records are missing?

Yes. An initial review can identify the gaps, assign responsibility for obtaining information and determine which issues should be resolved before a full marketing launch.

Should a vacant suite be included in the rent roll?

The property package should show the occupancy of all suites clearly. Any assumptions about future leasing should be identified separately from the property's current operation.

By Aaron Guido, CBM1 · Updated October 7, 2026

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