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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...
You have a shiny new license in hand and are ready to conquer the real estate landscape! The median age in real estate is now 57 years old, which may cause young agents to have a difficult time getting clients or referrals – or being taken seriously by peers. Whether you’re a recent graduate or...
The negotiation process can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be if you go in with the right attitude and information. Whether you’re looking to increase your salary, restructure part of your lease or save money on that new car, follow the tips below to get what you want and feel good doing it.
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.
For Sale – Office Building / Medical Facility – 1 S Virginia St/Route 14, Crystal Lake, IL Property Highlights Building Size: 4,500 sq. ft. Lot Size: +/- 26,000 sq. ft. Parking Spaces: 14 on site/4 on adjacent property Zoned: Office Parcel No.: 19-06226028 Taxes (2018): $17,256 Asking Price: $800,000 Built: 2004 Move-in ready – fully equipped...
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.
Relocating and choosing a new office space is a lot of work, no matter the size of your company. However, it also provides an exciting opportunity to start fresh in a new space. Carefully consider the following points to ensure you get the most out of your move.
Newly built-out spec suite available for sublease 30 N LaSalle, Suite 2630 3,915 SF Asking $34/SF Lease expiration 12/30/23 Available 30 days from sublease execution
Welcome to the topic “How To Find The Right Office For A Fast-Growing Startup“ Office space for startups plays a crucial role in the success and growth of these companies. With the rise of the startup culture, the demand for suitable offices for fast-growing startups that cater to the unique needs of these businesses has...
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.
Where do you see yourself in five years? No matter how old we get, this question never becomes less annoying. Whether we’re interviewing for a new job or even thinking back to our post college days right before we landed our first job–no one wants to answer this question. Now, where do you see your...
Minority Business Resources Webinar: Chicago MSDC and Chicago MBDA Business Center invited William Himmelstein to present what tenants can do about commercial leases during COVID-19. He discusses how to take advantage of current market conditions: the do’s and don’ts of approaching your landlord, obtaining free rent, restructuring a lease, terminating a lease, and what other...
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...
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...
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...
Scott Hansen of Success Hackers sat down to speak with Tenant Advisory Group’s owner, Bill Himmelstein, to discuss Bill’s success.
Commercial leasing agreements commonly extend up to 10 years – or longer – making negotiations key to long-term savings for your business. One of the greatest opportunities to reduce your monthly cost is rent abatement, or free rent. As you begin the discussion with a lessor, it is important to understand what rent abatement is...
Want the latest cre market update? In this video, Bill Himmelstein gives a market update on the industrial, retail, and office commercial property sectors and the opportunities available for business owners and those active in the sectors.
A couple days ago, I had an interesting conversation with a business owner who was looking to renegotiate his office lease. He told me he is currently working with a business consultant to help him to do this. I thought, Wow! Hold on, a business consultant?