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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...
Money Matters invited Bill Himmelstein on their podcast to share his experiences in starting his own business, as well as divulging tips to young people on how to advance in the industry.
Topic: Commercial Real Estate and The Markets Grab your coffee and Buckle up this Thursday when Mike Morawski and Bill Himmelstein talk about commercial real estate and how to gain the edge in a changing market. Bill Himmelstein is featured on this episode of Thursday Morning Live with Mike Morawski. Listen to Bill discuss the...
Bill Himmelstein: Givers Gain Philosophy of Networking In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Bill Himmelstein discuss: Key Takeaways: “What givers gain means is finding people that you believe can support you back and give to them.” — Bill Himmelstein
The latest movement in office design is uniting the benefits of both the open floor plans and private offices. Emagispace reached out to Bill Himmelstein for advice on how to balance the two designs to create a space that promotes independent and collaborative productivity.
Welcome to the topic “Best Practices for Negotiations in Commercial Real Estate“ Navigating the complex world of commercial real estate requires exceptional negotiation skills. Whether you’re a buyer, a seller, or a broker, understanding the nuances of negotiation can make all the difference in closing deals and obtaining favorable terms. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll...
In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Bill Himmelstein discuss: Becoming a partner, not a vendor with your networking partners. Leading through giving. Building your social capital and filling the well. The three keys to finding a great networking partner. Key Takeaways: The greatest question you can ask someone is, “how can I help you?” Ask...
Negotiation is an integral part of initially securing your lease. Imagine this: Your broker did a great job negotiating your lease. The space comes with all the amenities you could imagine AND you saved a great deal of money a few years prior when you signed. Your company loves this space, but this year has...
Building a career in the real estate industry can be frustrating and even intimidating for newcomers. Sadly, the failure rate for new agents is pretty significant. For anyone who’ trying to make a name for themselves, being diligent and avoiding these common beginner mishaps should help your chances of succeeding in this business:
Qualification is essential when looking to lease a commercial space for your business. You and your new landlord will be making an investment in each other so it’s important to prove to the landlord that you are up for the financial commitment of the move and setting up of the new space.
Listing a property for the highest possible price may seem like the best course of action, but more often than not it will deter buyers and negatively affect the final sale price. Establishing the price in line with comparable properties in the area, or slightly lower, will help move the property faster with less cost...
We’ve had our eyes on the Southwest Loop for quite some time. We already mentioned this booming corner of the loop in our Up-And-Coming Chicago Neighborhood Guide, but with the extent of recent activity, we decided this part of the loop deserved its own dedicated post. Here’s what you can expect to see in the...
Increasing employee productivity has been a challenge faced since the early days of the traditional office space. Unfortunately, many companies overlook a simple yet crucial solution: office layout. Improving the overall design of a space can do wonders in improving corporate culture, leading to better productivity.
From founding a company to raising money to launching a new product. Each stage of an entrepreneur’s journey is crucial – and certainly at every stage of growth. It’s not always talked about but short of what you pay your employees, office space is often a startup’s largest fixed expense. Finding the right office space...
Investing in commercial real estate is a great way to diversify your portfolio as well as make some extra money. Unlike stocks and bonds, commercial real estate is a hard asset that provides income via rent collection and, in most long term cases, an appreciation of value. The best way to begin investing in commercial...
As brokers, we’ve seen it all: The good, the bad and the ugly. From hidden fees to poorly constructed buildings, many of these “headaches” can easily be avoided – as long as you know what to look for. If you’re planning a commercial lease or purchase, it’s important to know what you are getting into. When you begin going on-site to...
Starting your own business is hard enough, but taking the plunge and moving into your first office space, can be even harder. Finding the perfect spot requires planning, patience and a solid team behind you. Though it can be overwhelming, I’d like to share six tips that can help you during the process:
From the seasoned lease or contract negotiator to the first timer, it is vital to have a strong set of ideals behind all negotiations. The more confidence in and acumen with these skills that one has, the higher opportunity for coming away with a positive outcome.
At Tenant Advisory Group, negotiations are a part of everyday life. Last week, we gave 5 tips for successful negotiators. We have 5 more tips for a successful negotiation. Tips 6 through 10 focus on understanding the other side of the negotiation process.