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  • Even with the changing landscape surrounding the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), businesses still need to move. If you are in the middle of a corporate move, there are effective ways to continue your office space search while remaining healthy and safe. Here are some tips for those who are working with commercial real estate brokers...

  • In this insightful video, Bill Himmelstein, the CEO and Founder of Tenant Advisory Group, provides a comprehensive update on the current status of the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Office Market. Bill delves into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within the sector, offering valuable insights for business owners, investors, and real estate professionals.

  • Welcome to “Tips for Buying and Selling Commercial Real Estate in 2024“ The commercial real estate market in the US is finally coming out of the woods and showing positive trends as was predicted for the second half of 2024. The pandemic’s after-effects are dwindling to some extent, with the commercial real estate market predicted...

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    Nov 08, 2017

    How to Plan Your Company’s Move

    Relocating an entire office is a daunting task, and business owners rarely have the time to allocate to the process. Thankfully, there are professionals available to guide businesses through the transition, effectively reducing stress and increasing the efficiency of the move. The secret is planning and knowing what to expect, which will greatly increase the...

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    Jan 21, 2016

    5 Critical Traits Of A Successful Real Estate Broker

    It’s common knowledge in this business that most real estate agents will fail to succeed in their first year. After struggling to get by with little business, most would-be agents decide to move on. Aside from things like working harder than anyone else or making it a point to learn daily, there are a few...

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    Mar 02, 2018

    How to Spot a Desirable Landlord

    The landlord is an integral part of the commercial real estate leasing experience, which is why this person or entity needs to factor into any final decisions. A lot can be revealed about a landlord by the way they handle the negotiation process, as this is a window into how they treat existing tenants. For...

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    Dec 29, 2012

    What's In Your Lease?

    What’s in your lease and what should you be looking for? While TAG is here to help you fully understand the terms, we believe an educated client is a happy client. Here are a few basics items to look for and be aware of:

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    Sep 08, 2017

    TAG’s August Networking Adventures

    Tenant Advisory Group had an exciting August, hosting multiple events including an Executive’s Breakfast, Executive’s Luncheon and Networking Boat Ride. TAG is committed to making connections that matter and hosts these events for the purpose of helping those in our network grow their businesses by coming together in relaxed, intimate environments designed to help build...

  • Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts an Executives Breakfast and an Executives Luncheon to provide an opportunity for Chicago business leaders to build new, meaningful connections and discuss topics relevant to running a business. During the Executives Lunch, attendees were prompted with the question, “Some of our best referral sources can be existing clients. What...

  • Topic: How to Get Wealthy Slowly Bill Himmelstein was featured on the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast! Listen to Bill speak with Mark Ainley and Tom Shallcross about long-term investing and how real estate is not a “get rich quick” but rather a “get wealthy slowly” investment. Bill starts by talking about his start in...

  • With success comes growth and with growth comes a need for more employees and space for those employees to work. While it can be challenging to know just how fast your company may grow, an estimate is necessary for you to understand your needs and for you to have an adequate amount of space to...

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    Feb 08, 2018

    Tenant Advisory Group’s Penthouse Soiree

    Tenant Advisory Group kicked off its 10th year in business with a fantastic event at Gentleman’s Cooperative this month. The evening was filled with food, drinks, entertainment and rewarding networking opportunities.

  • Welcome to the topic “Creative Networking Strategies for Business Success” Traditional networking events with big gatherings, tons of handshakes, name tags, and an endless exchange of business cards have long been considered the pinnacle of professional growth. However, while these events are a great ice-breaker, they often fall short when it comes to delivering real...

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    Jun 03, 2013

    TI, Abatement: What Does It Mean?

    A lot of tenants commonly ask, “What is TI and Abatement?” and it’s a good question. Tenants ask because a lot of landlords don’t typically offer it, so it’s unknown what it is. However, it is certainly available in every transaction.

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    Jun 17, 2020

    CRE Market Update – Market Changes

    Are you wondering when is good time to get into the market and find space? TAG CEO Bill Himmelstein advises to be patient and wait it out.

  • Welcome to the topic “Purchasing Class A, B, or C Commercial Property: A Comprehensive Guide“ When it comes to investing in commercial real estate, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to invest in A, B, or C class commercial property. Understanding the differences and nuances between these property classes is essential for...

  • Welcome to the topic “Industrial Boom Slows with Vacancy Rates on the Rise“ In 2022 and 2023, the U.S. industrial boom took the nation by storm, with over 1.5 billion square feet of new industrial construction projects starting across the country. This big increase in industrial inventory led to a higher national vacancy rate, going...

  •   Coworking & Office Space Available – Prime River North Location  – 444 N Wabash 10,000 square feet 5,000 sf direct lease available $25.50/sf MG 2-60 person coworking spaces available Several options & configurations possible

  • Executives networking event with TAG
    Feb 07, 2018

    TAG’s January Networking Adventures

    The start of the year was met with new connections at the Tenant Advisory Group’s Executives Breakfast and Executives Luncheon. Owners and decision makers from a wide-range of industries came together to build their networks and learn how they can work together to grow their business. At the breakfast, a lot of great responses were...

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    Mar 16, 2015

    How to Keep a Positive Brand Image in Real Estate

    The commercial real estate industry is much smaller than you would think. Networking events and LinkedIn allow for everyone to know everyone else – or at the very least, have mutual acquaintances. Because of this, it is imperative to promote while protecting your image when dealing with colleagues, clients, or your competition. Failure to do...