Syracuse has strong university and hospital anchor institutions that provide a little economic stability.

I am interested in a vacant lot which is zoned commercial, it is an outparcel beside a shopping mall that is anchored by Kroger.

I am interested in a vacant lot which is zoned commercial, it is an outparcel beside a shopping mall that is anchored by Kroger.

They are also the major anchor to my building, as their large signage is on top of my building. 

The worst part was both appraisers used comps from over a year ago, and in a hot market that makes a big difference, and I'm confident they were anchored on the purchase price  (both acquired ~15 months ago) even though we invested in upgrades. 

Anchor Title on Dauphin Street

If a utility company is a major employer of town could they be considered an economic anchor?

In good to better shopping centers, e.g. well positioned un-anchored strip centers with chain store tenants or strong grocery anchored centers, it's very common.  

But I'd focus on removing this anchor from your ankle like you are, before you go all in investing.

Other problems I have with 4-plexes in Las Vegas:• Cash based tenants tend to have relatively few possessions so they can "load and go", nothing is anchoring them to the unit.