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Crain’s Chicago Business released its inaugural edition of The Most Influential Commercial Real Estate Brokers in Chicago, and our own Bill Himmelstein has been included in this list!
Recently, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) updated their standards effectively changing the way companies must list their lease on their balance sheet. This will undoubtedly have rippling effects on businesses, and the leasing process as a whole. The update has the potential to alter the landscape of the commercial real estate lease.
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...
The City of Chicago is experiencing a dramatic change in the availability of commercial real estate. The landscape is in flux due to the improving U.S. economy. Real estate typically lags the economy which leads to a very intriguing cycle of office space availability. Because of the interconnected nature of all of these issues, many...
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.
Fireside Chicago features Founder of Tenant Advisory Group (TAG) Bill Himmelstein. Bill discusses the difference between the values of TAG and many other larger firms. A special thank you to Tim Schumm of Lucas James Talent Partners!
Chicago entrepreneurs gathered at Tenant Advisory Group’s July Executives Breakfast and Luncheon to connect with other professionals and share their insight. During the event, attendees were asked about “the biggest mistake they have made as a business owner.” Here are a few of the many responses:
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In this video Bill Himmelstein, delves into the latest developments and shifts in the industrial market. Also watch – National Office Market Trends
Welcome to the topic “When to Walk Away from a Commercial Real Estate Deal“ The decision to stop commercial real estate deal negotiations is seldom easy. Quite a few times, you enter the deal confident that you have found the perfect space for your commercial real estate needs. However, soon enough, the red flags become...
Companies are always tweaking their work environments to boost productivity and employee satisfaction, but are they running out of ways to change the office? Not yet. Businesses are electing to create outdoor office spaces to help staff relax and reconnect with nature. However, are outdoor office spaces a good idea?
Reviewing each section of a commercial lease is a long process, but it’s essential to identifying ways a tenant can save money. One often overlooked area of these documents is the array of options that can be used to securitize a lease, as well as the Surrender Clause upon lease expiration. Here are a few...
We are proud to announce our newest partnership with Dan Porcaro of PSM Partners. This exclusive partnership enables us to offer you premium phone and data brokerages services, as well as cloud services. Through this new affiliation, TAG will be able to provide even more services and solutions to help grow your business. Click here...
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 Breakfast, attendees were prompted with the question, “what is the best way to handle growth, and what do...
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.
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...
The best way to navigate the tricky landscape of a lease is to stay current on all the common phrases, clauses and definitions. You may have a general understanding of the terms, but it takes a professional to really navigate the ins and outs. Here are a few of the most common points you may...
Welcome to the topic “How To Create A Chicago Center of Influence“ When it comes to building a strong network and establishing yourself as a credible figure in your industry, creating a Chicago center of influence can be highly beneficial. A center of influence refers to a person or group with significant influence and connections...
Welcome to the topic “Unlocking Value with Sale-Leaseback Transactions“ Business owners across the country are raising capital for their companies by unlocking the power of sale-leasebacks. Sale-leasebacks are a type of financial transaction where a business sells its owned real estate property to an investor or buyer, and then leases back the same property from...