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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,...

Last week TAG had the privilege of attending the Office Max Roundtable event for business owners. Senior Vice President Steve Sunderland and Executive Vice President Kim Feil facilitated the panel discussion of what it’s like to run a business and how a large corporation such as theirs could connect with us. From there we were...

Bill Himmelstein speaks frequently about the importance of negotiation and how to become a successful negotiator. His last seminar honed in on the importance of negotiation when securing your lease. Below are his 10 Tips to a Successful Lease Negotiation.

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...

Effective negotiation is key in all aspects of business. Whether it be getting the raise you deserve, landing a deal, or with a lease getting the most “bang for your buck”, if you will.

A lot of tenants commonly ask, “What is TI and Abatement?” and it’s a good question. Tenants ask because a lot of landlords don’t typically offer it, so it’s unknown what it is. However, it is certainly available in every transaction.

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:

While it is different for everyone, each reason and motivation is valid and worthy of attention.

The decision to rent or buy a home is one in which most people approach with significant care. It’s no different when evaluating whether to buy or lease with regards to commercial property.