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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.
Searching for and leasing a commercial space for your business is a process, to say the least. To make the most out of your process with the least amount of agony, there are a few tips for finding a great commercial space and simplifying the process.
Recently, I had a very interesting conversation with a business owner who was seeking to renegotiate his office lease. He told me he is working with a business consultant on the renegotiations. I thought; Wow! Hold on, a business consultant?
If you land on the right space for your business, you have to move fast. There are more buyers and tenants than sellers and spaces in today’s market.
Chicago is home to a variety of diverse neighborhoods. Finding the perfect location for your business can be difficult. Below are 4 of our favorite neighborhoods that range in everything from style to price.
“When is the right time to negotiate my lease,” is one of the most common questions when it comes to commercial real estate. The answer is simple: now! A company’s business should fuel its real estate needs, not the other way around. The real estate should support the business.
Leasing the perfect office space can be a very difficult and daunting task. With so many variables from parking to flooring, finding the perfect space can feel nearly impossible. Start looking internally within your own business. Really understanding your business’ needs will allow you to discern between trends, lofty dreams and reality.
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...
Chicago’ Fulton Market has become the “hot-spot,” for start ups, yet there’s a hefty price tag to go with.
So you finally found the space you were dreaming of. Now it is time to work out the details beyond the first year’s rent. Each particular aspect of the lease has its own importance and to ensure the security of the great new spot you are locking down, do not just skim over all the...
Is your body language impacting your success? Absolutely. Here are the Body Language Basics.
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...
Social media and virtual advertising is an almost mandatory facet for businesses today. Small businesses differ slightly in that they heavily rely on their stock customers: regulars if you will. While small business continues to ease itself into the cyber sphere, word-of-mouth marketing remains a prominent factor in success and maintenance. Instead of going door-to-door,...
In commercial real estate building class is an important factor to consider when determining which sort of office will be most suitable for your company. While one building may seem comparable to another, upon closer analysis, frequently they will be quite different.
As a tenant broker we are the proverbial parent and our clients, the tenants, are our children. We want to ensure that they’re safe, warm, and well protected with a strong roof over their heads and an even stronger lease. Just like a student applying to a college that will check their credentials and qualifications,...