My 'retail" world revolves around Fountain Square and Bates Hendricks which have a unique saturation issue.   

They will probably maintain all of their essential employees that manage the properties but get rid of the divisions that build and market their platform.

Find a location that suits your ideal customer and create a UNIQUE experience for them, whether its the location, the property, the amenities, the decor, the extras you offer, i.e. bottle of wine & chocolates, etc. 

Our company includes a residential, commercial, yacht, and castle division!

I worked under the head of the realty division and learned the ins and outs of managing, analyzing, and selling properties.

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Like the density, gentrification, global travel recognition, varied neighborhood uniqueness, walkability, diversity, etc. that only a walkable, dense and European like city can offer.

Owner occupant of a unique three-decker in Worcester.

First you need to do the land(Phase 1) utilities/roads, and divisions of the land that would be phase 2.

HOA bylaws are going to be unique to each organization, and can change at any time based on member voting.