Does anyone have experience with corporate retail real estate (tenant side)?
I am considering a career in this area. Think in-house at a food and beverage or retail chain.

Any insight? Advice?
[{"id": "cnds179", "text": "Yes I use to work for a gas station chain in their RE department, but now work for a brokerage firm.\nWorking for a large retail chain is typically a solid, steady paycheck, and great work life balance. However, the pressure to find properties can get intense at times, and nothing goes according to budget.\nWorking for a brokerage firm is typically more hours, more stress, and NO guarentee of a paycheck (all commission). However the opportunity for money is HUGE.\nI was fortunate enough to get the \"client side\" of the business under my belt before moving into brokerage side of things.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "cnf20zn", "text": "Great experience.  Go for it.", "replies": [{"id": "cnf30yc", "text": "You've done it or know people that have?", "replies": [{"id": "cngbkxp", "text": "I've worked with people in that position before. I do leasing, brokerage, and property management. It is a valuable experience even if you don't remain in the position. ", "replies": [], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}]