I went to the appliance parts store and replacing the handle was over $100.

Plenty of contractors up there, a few hardware stores but the major players like home depot are at the bottom of the hill.

I would check to see about the recent sales activity and divesting of the Palms Resort and Casino to get a better idea of what's in store for the property as a whole.

Do you see people storing clothes in HVAC closets?

The WholeFood  is one of the biggest WholeFood stores in the Bay Area, opened just 2 years ago.

Second, and less hazardous is going into Home Depots, Lowes or similar type stores, which have contractor desks and simply asking.  

We accomplished this deal because we asked simple strategic questions, actively listened to seller’s responses and explained the ins and outs of the deal without using legalese.Let me explain:I bumped into the sellers at a local home improvement store.

We looked after about 100 stores and were on call to fix things in stores.

The property at some point will be listed for sale either via the MLS, HUD Home Store or auction, then it will be available for you to purchase.  

In other words it seems the brand in Real Estate in most ways regards the local Professionals whom you will rely on for your success not entirely on the buyer like for example a clothing store or car dealership would.