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Data Driven Site Selection for a commercial real estate corporate tenant (Hyundai), and dual agency representation_Season 1, Episode 20

Nov 19, 2025
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What follows is the podcast of a case study about data-driven site selection for a commercial real estate corporate tenant (Hyundai), and dual agency representation.

Data Driven Site Selection for Hyundai and Dual Agency: A Brief Case Study Featuring Tim Vi Tran

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Finding the right Bay Area location for Hyundai Motor Group was no ordinary assignment. With strict operational criteria, workforce considerations, and drive-time constraints in one of the toughest CRE markets in recent history, the search required far more than a standard property hunt.

To solve it, The Ivy Group engineered a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation model. Ten potential sites were assessed using metrics like logistics efficiency, travel-time mapping, workforce alignment, adaptability, and projected occupancy timelines.

Ultimately, the model identified a top match. The complexity? The property was one The Ivy Group already represented on behalf of a landlord. This created a rare dual-agency situation that demanded clarity, neutrality, ethical rigor, and disciplined communication on both sides.

This case highlights where modern CRE is heading. Technology and proprietary analytics matter. So do human judgment, negotiation skill, and trust. In this scenario, Hyundai secured an ideal site. The landlord gained a premium tenant. Risks were reduced and decisions accelerated.

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About The Ivy Group

The Ivy Group is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in sales, leasing, and investment advisory in Fremont, Silicon Valley, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. With over 100 years of combined experience and designations including SIOR and CCIM, the team delivers strategic solutions for complex transactions with deep expertise in investment, technology, and engineering.

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