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The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Hospitality

As long as there has been technology, the hospitality industry has evolved along with it, and it’s no different with the latest and most significant...

Finding the Right Broker

5 qualities that make for an effective partnership by Suraj Bhakta, CEO of NewGen Advisory Published May 2024 Understanding what you need from your hotel...

Exploring Hotel Conversion Opportunities: A Guide for Hoteliers

The landscape of real estate and property development is continuously evolving, presenting new opportunities for investors and property owners. One such innovative approach is hotel...

Navigating the Rising Costs of Hotel Insurance

In the complex world of hospitality, hotel insurance stands as a crucial but often burdensome expense. With a variety of risks ranging from natural disasters...

Why Dropping Your Hotel Rates Will Not Create Additional Demand 

In the competitive realm of hospitality, hoteliers are in a perpetual quest for strategies that boost occupancy and revenue. A frequently adopted tactic involves decreasing...

NewGen Advisory Recognized in the Annual Platinum Broker Awards by Crexi

Phoenix (March 21, 2024) – NewGen Advisory is thrilled to announce that eight of its distinguished agents have been recognized in the annual Platinum Broker...

Navigating Rising Operational Costs: A Strategic Guide for Hoteliers 

In the face of an ever-evolving economic landscape, hoteliers across the globe are confronting one of the industry’s most persistent challenges: rising operational costs. These...

Why Food & Beverage Is Important in the Hotel Business

The hospitality industry has seen a transformative shift in the role of food and beverage (F&B) services, evolving from a secondary amenity to a primary...

Understanding the True Cost of Running a Hotel Franchise

The decision to enter the hotel industry through franchising opens a world of opportunities, yet it’s accompanied by an array of financial commitments that demand...

The Rising Trend of Independent & Boutique Hotels

The hospitality industry is witnessing a significant shift with the rising popularity of independent and boutique hotels. These establishments offer a unique blend of personalized...

Why Are Brand Standards Important?

In an era where the hospitality landscape is marked by fierce competition and ever-evolving guest expectations, one factor consistently stands out as a key differentiator:...

Sleep Inn Tempe Successfully Transforms into Thriving Student Housing Development

Tempe (February 1, 2024) — In a landmark transaction, the Sleep Inn, located in Tempe, AZ has been acquired by a prominent student housing developer,...

Hospitality Trends for 2024

The hospitality industry is constantly evolving. With the ever-changing guest demands and economic fluctuations, hotel owners must practice flexibility and maneuverability. While some tendencies remain...

Navigating CRE Challenges: FDIC Issues Advisory Letter for Financial Institutions 

FDIC cautions financial institutions in new advisory letter. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released a crucial advisory for banks, highlighting the need for...

Hybrid Spaces in the Hospitality Industry

The way people work, travel, and live is transforming. Some of these trends are the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it changed work....

Guide to Buying Hotel Properties in 2023 and 2024   

In November 2023, the commercial mortgage rates are hovering between 7% and 8%— near the same residential mortgage percentages that have been dominating the headlines....

The Impact of a Hotel’s Location

A hotel’s location is a crucial determinant in the overall success of a hotel. A hotel based in a favorable location tends to attract more...

Human Trafficking in the Hotel Industry

Hotels have become a familiar scene of human trafficking crimes across the country. According to the Polaris Project, 75% of those who survive these crimes...

The Future of the Hotel Industry

In the three years since the peak of the pandemic, the hospitality industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience. Hotels have managed to survive and thrive in...

Ensuring Quality Assurance in the Hotel Industry

Quality assurance is important to the success of any business, and the hotel industry is no exception. In today’s competitive world of hospitality, building a...

What Hotel Employees Find Most Important

As any service company will attest, employees are your biggest asset. It can be difficult in today’s culture to hire and retain good employees. So,...

Tucson Motel to be Converted into a Shelter, Apartments after $2.6M Sale

Jigar Desai, with NewGen Advisory, handled the $2.6 million sale of the 30-unit Amazon Motel on two acres of land at 1135 W. Miracle Mile,...

The Importance of Curb Appeal

Renovations play a crucial role in improving a hotel’s occupancy rates and overall revenue. However, upgrading the interiors may have a minimal impact if you...

Importance of Cap Rates in the Hotel Industry

Classified as income-producing assets, hotels are mainly valued based on their recurrent income-generating potential. Similar to other forms of commercial real estate, one fundamental indicator...