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Being able to walk away is tremendous leverage. In any negotiation, you must always be willing to walk away. However, before getting into a situation where this is a possibility, you have to ask yourself a few questions:
Chicago’s commercial real estate market favors sellers, presenting high demand and low supply in the downtown area. This means the window to moving into your dream office may be closing faster than you think. If you find that perfect property for your business, be prepared to act fast and close the deal with the property...
The commercial real estate market is on the upswing and deal activity is soaring! Today, there are hundreds of thousands of investment properties for sale or lease. Unfortunately, a large number of those properties are represented by folks who are inexperienced, or worse, lazy. Whether you’re looking to sell or make a purchase, or to...
In a time where the commercial real estate industry is as fast-paced and as dynamic as ever, having helpful insight and advice about what’s important and what’s working (or not) can help anyone learn as they go. We’ve launched an all-new series with MeetAdvisors.com – “Commercial Real Estate: What I Know Now and Wish I...
When building your office floor plan, it’s always better to have more room than not enough space. Packing people into an office lowers employee satisfaction and can lead to a counterproductive work environment, which may negate any money you save in rent. By offering your staff more free space and a comfortable office, not only...
Welcome to the topic “Traditional Office Space Vs. Co-Working Space” There are many choices people have these days when it comes to renting commercial spaces. Naturally, most business owners want an office space that’s not only cost-effective but also convenient for their clients and employees. These spaces should also fulfill all organizational requirements in terms...
Welcome to the topic “Enhancing Your workplaces For Business Success“ Business success is only possible when employers value the well-being of their workforce. A strong workforce is the backbone of every successful business, and companies can only thrive when employees are in their best and most productive state. That’s why investing in company workplace improvements...
This past year, TAG has been fortunate enough to give back to our community, both locally and abroad. This year, we feature over a dozen organizations that have touched the lives of countless individuals. These organizations are pillars in their communities, addressing the various needs of people in their sphere of influence. Visit the websites...
Employees are the lifeblood of any business, and their productivity is directly tied to their happiness. Employees who feel their needs are being met are generally more productive and creative. It’s human nature, and finding a space that supports your team can mean happier and more productive employees.
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When searching for the most suitable office for your company, it’s important to consider the building class type. While the class type is often overlooked by tenants, it is actually an important factor to determine and compare one building’s price to another. Office buildings are classified into three categories (A, B and C). The class...
Building culture is hard with a remote-based workforce. To have a top business, you need to have a top culture – this is why TAG CEO Bill Himmelstein suggests a phased-in approach for recommitting to your office space.
A common question these days is “Will landlords give some relief in the form of free rent?” In general, landlords are willing to give some relief in the near term, but there may be some stipulations. TAG CEO Bill Himmelstein offers his insights.
Tenant Advisory Group’s Bill Himmelstein recently participated in a webinar on opportunity selling with John Ruh and Ray Silverstein, hosted by Jeff Elwel. This experienced group of business owners, CEOs and founders shared ideas and strategies to position their companies to be stronger.
Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts an Executives Bruncheon to provide an opportunity for Chicago business leaders to build new, meaningful connections and discuss topics relevant to running a business. During July’s Executives Bruncheon, attendees were prompted with one question: “What is one challenge you are facing in your business?” Here are a few of...
Welcome to the topic “The Real Cost of Empty Chicago Offices: How Downtown Vacancies Affect You in Real Dollars“ While the world has slowly and steadily made it back to normal after the pandemic, the commercial real estate office market has been in a downward spiral for quite some time, as remote work has become...
Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts 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 one of April’s Executives Luncheons, attendees were prompted with the question, “What efficient, creative and impactful ways do you use to stay on the...
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.
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...