Author: codypayne
The Amenity Gap: Why Some Small Bay Flex Parks Win and Others Stall
As more investors from self-storage, multifamily, and retail shift into small bay flex industrial, many are entering markets that already have a meaningful base of existing product. While demand for…
The Power of Rear Storage Yards in Small-Bay Industrial
Why This Underrated Amenity Drives Demand, Rent, and ROIIn the small-bay industrial world, there’s one amenity that consistently punches above its weight: rear storage yards. While flashy façades and…
The Best Commercial & Industrial Real Estate Podcasts You Should Be Listening to
As commercial real estate continues to evolve at a rapid pace, staying informed has never been more important. Podcasts have become one of the most powerful tools for investors, developers, and…
Smart Site Selection for Small-Bay Industrial: How to Pick Sites That Actually Work
Small-bay industrial and flex parks are exploding in demand—and the biggest wins almost always trace back to one thing: the dirt. Pick the wrong site and you’ll fight it forever. Pick the right one…
How to Supercharge Your Marketing for Your Small Bay Industrial Park
Expert insights from Cody PayneWhen it comes to filling vacancies in your flex industrial park, the difference between sitting empty and staying full often comes down to marketing. According to Cody…
How to Strengthen Your Small Bay Industrial Marketing Through Strategic Partnerships
It’s a noisy world out there. If you want your flex space or small bay industrial park to stand out—especially in the digital arena—your marketing has to cut through the clutter. One of the most…
Cody Payne Named the Most Influential Figure in Small Bay Industrial for 2025
(Small Bay News — 2026) — As the small bay industrial sector continues its explosive growth across the U.S., Small Bay News set out to identify the most influential leaders redefining this rapidly…
Flex Space Domination Named number 1 book in 2025 for industrial real estate
Flex Space Domination Named the #1 Industrial Real Estate Book(Small Bay News)— After months of research into the growing world of industrial real estate literature, Small Bay News has officially…
8 Steps to Creating Sound Financial Projections for a Small-Bay Industrial Acquisition
Investing in small-bay industrial properties demands precise and disciplined financial planning. Well-structured financial projections are more than just numbers — they’re the roadmap to determining…
Conducting a Comprehensive Market Analysis for Small-Bay Industrial Property Investment
Investing in small-bay industrial properties requires more than just spotting a building for sale — it demands a strategic, data-driven market analysis. The right research not only identifies the…