The sector was already facing massive challenges. With consumers unlikely to return to malls anytime soon, some chains will disappear.

New technologies let apartments shoppers to check out potential homes without ever being in the presence of a leasing agent.

Industry still faces questions on evictions guidance and emergency rental assistance.

Challenges for the CMBS sector continue to come into focus, although Fed moves have helped bring some liquidity back to the market.

Sycamore Partners and L Brands agreed to settle all pending litigation.

Chains such as Macy’s, Dillard’s and Belk are letting customers inside stores in parts of the country.

Everyone from cloud service providers to streaming services is needing more data storage space as people remain at home.