Podcast
Jul 21, 2025
The Property Line: Freezer Burn: Legal Landmines in Cold Storage Real Estate
Cold storage facilities play a critical role in preserving perishable goods like food and pharmaceuticals, but they come with unique legal and operational challenges. From the widespread use of ammonia-based refrigeration systems to complex lien issues, lenders and investors need to understand the risks and complications at hand in this specialized market.
In this episode, Mike Delaney joins Jay Wardlaw to discuss key considerations for cold storage investments including evolving REIT ownership structures, collateral protection strategies, and the impact of aging infrastructure on facility valuation.
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The Property Line™ is a brief and lively discussion of the biggest issues facing the commercial real estate industry. The podcast will deliver insights from Seyfarth's real estate lawyers and other industry leaders on current market trends and how they impact all facets of commercial real estate.
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