Verizon Sells Tower Portfolio, Colocation on the Rise, and What’s Next for the US Cellular-T-Mobile Deal
Tower Companies Report Uptick in Colocation Activity Tower companies are seeing increased interest in colocation, marking a positive trend from recent lows. Both American Tower and SBA Communications highlighted stronger colocation activity and application volumes on their earnings calls. Meanwhile, Crown Castle announced the cancellation of 7,000 planned small cell nodes in their backlog but […]
Satellites as a Lifeline: Real-World Lessons from Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Earning calls for the second quarter of 2023 revealed a more pronounced softening compared to the first quarter — a trend that is anticipated to persist through the second half of the year.
Cell Site Owners Looking to Sell This Year Need to Act Quickly. Here’s Why.
Earning calls for the second quarter of 2023 revealed a more pronounced softening compared to the first quarter — a trend that is anticipated to persist through the second half of the year.
City of Chickasha, OK to receive $316,500 for easements
Photo By: Lori Duckworth Originally published via Southwest Ledger The City of Chickasha will receive more than $300,000 in exchange for authorizing telecommunication easements on municipal property. City Hall will receive a lump-sum payment of $315,000 for allowing TowerPoint to assume T-Mobile’s lease of space on the municipal water tower on Country Club Road. Besides […]
US Cellular and T-Mobile Announce a Deal, Tower Activity Rising with Densification Still to Come
Tower Companies Note Slight Activity Uptick, Express Optimism Tower companies experienced a slight uptick in activity during the second quarter, primarily driven by amendment requests rather than new co-locations. While this indicates that the carriers’ aggressive densification phase is still to come, companies remain optimistic about long-term growth prospects. Crown Castle reaffirmed its 5% organic […]
5G Buildout Continues, Market Consolidation Remains a Question Mark — What it Means for Cell Tower Owners
Tower Companies Note Slight Activity Uptick, Express Optimism Following a period of stagnant organic revenue growth in 2023, tower companies are cautiously optimistic about the future. First-quarter earnings calls revealed promising indicators, including increased carrier activity and continued network densification efforts. SBA reported a rise in applications for colocations and amendments, but cautioned that it […]
The Hidden Cost of Cell Tower Leases
Cell tower leases offer site owners a compelling benefit: predictable, low-risk cash flow over long stretches, typically 30 years. And while tenant relocations and terminations are always a possibility, prime locations often see leases fulfilled. However, for nearly 20 years, we’ve helped cell tower owners make informed decisions, and one key consideration is often overlooked: […]
TowerPoint Volunteers Serve Up Smiles at Agape Family and Youth Center
For years, TowerPoint has been a proud partner of Agape Family and Youth Center. Agape plays a vital role in the Atlanta community, empowering underserved families by providing essential services like after-school academic support, family counseling, and a safe haven for both children and seniors. On March 18th, TowerPoint employees put their dedication into action. […]
The Real Impact of “LEO” Satellites on Cell Site Value: What Every Site Owner Needs to Know Now
The rise of satellite internet and its emerging “sat-to-cell” capability has some US cell site owners asking, “Will these orbiting messengers replace traditional cell towers and sites?” As seasoned veterans with one of the largest portfolios of cell sites, we at TowerPoint know that technological advancements have historically had positive, rather than negative, impacts on […]
Carrier Spending Slows, Data Demand Grows: What This Means for Cell Site Owners
Carriers Cool Off on Network Spending After 5G Rollout The fourth-quarter 2023 earnings calls reflected a continuation of trends observed earlier in the year. Wireless carriers once again exhibited a slowdown in capital expenditures dedicated to network expansion, following the initial 5G infrastructure buildout. There is some divergence in industry guidance regarding the duration […]