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SUMMARY:Future of Real Estate Competition 2026: Strategic Shift - The CRE Turnaround Challenge
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, the “Office Apocalypse” enters its next chapter — The Great Repurposing. Back for its fourth year\, the Future of Real Estate Competition launches on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026\, challenging students to tackle this moment in the market with bold ideas and fresh perspectives. Tasked with reimagining an office property as a vibrant residential living space\, teams will draw on their knowledge\, creativity\, and ingenuity to deliver solutions that balance visionary design with real-world feasibility. \nDesigned to bridge architectural creativity with real-world financial feasibility\, teams of 3–5 multidisciplinary students will renovate a distressed asset and present their vision to a panel of esteemed industry judges. With $25\,000 in prize money on the line\, this year’s competition promises bold ideas\, thoughtful debate\, and meaningful connections with real estate leaders. \nRegister your team below\, and be sure to attend the FORE Competition Launch on March 25. \nImportant Dates & Things to Know: \n\nCompetition Launch: Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 (virtual)\nApplications Close: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, at 12:00 AM EST\nFinal Pitches: Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 (in-person at the Ross School of Business)\nTeam Requirements:\n\nTeams of 3–5 University of Michigan students\nUndergraduate and graduate students welcome\nYour team CAN BE a mix of undergraduate students and graduate students\nEach team must include at least one member representing investment\, design & development\n\n\n\nPrizes: $25\,000 total prize pool — register to win your share! \nInterested in participating but don’t yet have a team? No problem\, Weiser’s here to assist! Complete the Interest Form found on the Weiser website\, and the Weiser Center for Real Estate will help connect you with fellow students to ensure you find a team and are ready to compete. \nReady to register yourself and your teammates? Complete the Registration Form found on the Weiser website to let the Weiser Center know you’re in and officially join the competition.
URL:https://taubmancollege.umich.edu/event/future-of-real-estate-competition-2026-strategic-shift-the-cre-turnaround-challenge/
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