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Renting commercial property is a major move. The good news is that you can avoid many common worries in the first place, when you do a line-by-line review of the lease. Sure, reading a commercial lease can be difficult and time-consuming, but the consequences of not reading it can be infinitely more unpleasant.
The June Executives Breakfast and Luncheon offered a constructive environment for local Chicago entrepreneurs to broaden their network. Attendees had the opportunity to share ideas, experiences and business advice with one another. At the executives breakfast, guests were asked “what they have done, or stopped doing, that has increased their productivity.” Here are a few...
Almost everyone has been in a situation where they needed to either break or amend a property lease. In commercial real estate, there are four main reasons a company may have to sublet their space. The first two reasons are fairly obvious and usually have to do with company size and business trajectory; a company...
Welcome to the topic “How To Find A Coworking Space“ There’s a reason that the concept of shared office space is gaining so much traction. Indeed, people invest a great deal of time and effort to ensure that they find a coworking space well suited to their needs. Basically, coworking space is an increasingly popular...
The red hot downtown Chicago commercial real estate market remains a popular destination in 2017 with more top corporations seeking spaces in the city. With a shift in how companies structure themselves internally, the growth of importance on office culture is a driving force behind the downtown exodus. The momentous surge of incoming corporations will...
“Giving starts the receiving process.” – Jim Rohn
Negotiating a deal for an office space, home or retail space is a delicate art that takes thoughtfulness, precision and a clear idea of what you want. Walking away from a deal is not only the best leverage to get everything on your list of asks, but can also be necessary if the deal is...
When you first begin to develop your business, there are a few key milestones to take into consideration such as hiring more employees and expanding your service offerings. One additional milestone to consider is obtaining your own space. However, determining when it’s time to make the big move can be a difficult decision. We have...
In most negotiations, it is rare for someone to get what they want without having asked for it first. If a tenant asks for a particular term or concession during a lease negotiation, the tenant will undoubtedly gain more than they started with. Even if the tenant does not acquire exactly what they desired, often a...
The coronavirus pandemic is affecting every aspect of our daily life. For many, renegotiating your lease may be something that needs to happen sooner rather than later. Now more than ever a skilled broker can help you negotiate the most favorable terms. Check out our top ten negotiation tips here.
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...
Welcome to the Topic “How Remote and Hybrid Work from Home is impacting Commercial Real Estate In 2020, the whole world was at a standstill. Almost overnight, office workers all around the country (and world) transitioned from going to the office every day to remotely working from home. Now, over two years later, the after...
Welcome to the topic “Industrial Boom Slows with Vacancy Rates on the Rise“ In 2022 and 2023, the U.S. industrial boom took the nation by storm, with over 1.5 billion square feet of new industrial construction projects starting across the country. This big increase in industrial inventory led to a higher national vacancy rate, going...
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...
Welcome to the topic “How Companies Become Industry Leaders and Increase their Bottom Line – Navigating Productivity, Innovation, and Brand Reputation with Return to Work“ Companies strive not only to stay afloat but to ascend to the coveted status of industry leaders. Achieving this feat requires a delicate balance of factors, with productivity, innovation, and...
Coworking & Office Space Available – Prime River North Location – 444 N Wabash 10,000 square feet 5,000 sf direct lease available $25.50/sf MG 2-60 person coworking spaces available Several options & configurations possible
Move over Fulton Market, we have some new players ready to take the spotlight. The Southwest Loop, South Loop and Old Town are hot with activity and ready to make their mark. Check out what makes these three contenders a dream for investors, commuters and brokers alike.
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