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When building your office floor plan, it’s always better to have more room than not enough space. Packing people into an office lowers employee satisfaction and can lead to a counterproductive work environment, which may negate any money you save in rent. By offering your staff more free-space and a comfortable office, not only will...

Welcome to the topic “Google’s Thompson Center Renovation: Revitalizing Chicago’s Loop and Its Economy“ The ongoing renovation of the Thompson Center by Google marks a significant turning point for Chicago’s Loop, attracting the attention of new and existing businesses to the area. Among the latest to make the move to the Loop is Lessen, a...

Barry Moltz, host of Business Insanity Talk Radio, invited Bill Himmelstein onto the show to discuss the wildly popular open office design trend.

Welcome to the topic “Key Industrial Manufacturing Trends” Industrial manufacturing trends in 2024 and beyond are becoming increasingly affected by technological advances and government initiatives. Among others, this includes the US CHIPS and Science Act, which allocates $50 billion for the domestic semiconductor industry, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which earmarks $1.2 trillion...

Every company wants the most modern building right next to the most successful businesses in the city. While many companies believe this to be a power move to boost creativity and generate more business, it’s actually costing your business more than just rent. It’s crucial to pay attention to two important factors when preparing to...

Welcome to the topic “Why You Need a Real Estate Attorney for Lease Negotiations“ The importance of hiring the right attorney cannot be overstated when engaging in lease negotiations. Just as you wouldn’t trust a cardiologist to perform brain surgery, you shouldn’t rely on a general counsel to navigate the intricate world of real estate...

Welcome to the topic “Women in Commercial Real Estate“ There’s a reason that women in commercial real estate have managed to carve a niche for themselves in the field. Yes, the world of commercial real estate has traditionally been dominated by men. But in recent years, we have seen a significant shift towards a more...

Commercial real estate is typically a company’s second or third largest expense to payroll and materials. Yet, never in the twenty years that I have been a commercial real estate broker has space been on the mind of almost every single business owner and CEO.  In the last 7 months, I have seen corporate leaders...