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  • bottom up view of Chicago buildings with the title,
    May 26, 2020

    CRE Market Update – Office Space

    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.

  • bottom up view of Chicago buildings with the title,
    May 19, 2020

    CRE Market Update – Rental Rates

    How much is the market going to go down and how much rental reductions are we going to see? TAG CEO Bill Himmelstein advises keeping an eye on climbing vacancy rates and dropping rental rates, which may result in great opportunities for tenants in this coming market.

  • bottom up view of Chicago buildings with the title,
    May 13, 2020

    CRE Market Update – Subleasing

     When is the right time to sign that next lease and start looking for office space? If you’re ok signing up for a sublease you might have a lot of opportunities coming up. TAG CEO Bill Himmelstein offers his insight here.

  • bottom up view of Chicago buildings with the title,
    May 08, 2020

    CRE Market Update – Rent Relief

    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.

  • As many companies begin to phase in reopening and prepare to send their employees back to the office, there are some definite changes you can expect to see in terms of layout and design. Here are some of our top things to think about as you prepare to re-enter the workforce. Density Crowded open floor...

  • The parking lot and front view of a building at Crystal Lake
    Apr 21, 2020

    Medical Facility / Office Building For Sale

      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 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.

  •   Coworking & Office Space Available – Prime Loop Location  – 9 W Washington 16,000 square feet Available for direct lease at $26.25/sf MG Coworking space for 3-40+ people Several options & configurations possible

  •   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

  •   Prime Retail Space Available  – 25-27 E Illinois 5,000 Square Feet Area Tenants: HUB 51, RPM Steakhouse, Shaw’s Crabhouse, Hotel Palomar, Star of Siam, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Public House, LYFE Kitchen

  • Mar 26, 2020

    TAG is Here to Support You

    To our friends and colleagues in the Chicagoland community, Together we are facing a truly unprecedented situation. The coronavirus pandemic is affecting every aspect of our daily life and we recognize the tremendous uncertainty regarding the ultimate impact that this crisis will have on our public health and economy. First and foremost, the health and...

  • Even with the changing landscape surrounding the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), businesses still need to move. If you are in the middle of a corporate move, there are effective ways to continue your office space search while remaining healthy and safe. Here are some tips for those who are working with commercial real estate brokers...

  • Tenant Advisory Group luncheon of about 15 people
    Mar 09, 2020

    Executive Networking With Tenant Advisory Group

    Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts an Executives Event to provide an opportunity for Chicago business leaders to build new, meaningful connections and discuss topics relevant to running a business. During February’s Executives Luncheon, attendees were prompted with the question: “How does your firm find new opportunities?” Here are a few of the lessons shared...

  • Parking lot view of gas station with a 7 Eleven and QSR store in the background
    Feb 13, 2020

    QSR w/Drive-Thru Opportunity

      QSR w/Drive-Thru Opportunity  – Immediate Occupancy/New Construction 2,045 Square Feet 737 Square Feet Shared Restrooms 7-Eleven Convenience Store Mobil Gas Station 11601 West Touhy Ave, Building 840

  • a luncheon event of about 20 businessmen
    Feb 10, 2020

    Executive Networking With Tenant Advisory Group

    Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts an Executives Event to provide an opportunity for Chicago business leaders to build new, meaningful connections and discuss topics relevant to running a business. During January’s Executives Luncheon, attendees were prompted with the question: “How do you get it all done? What advice or tips do you have for...

  •   Description: Prime corner building in the heart of River North! Less than 2 blocks from the blue, brown, green, pink and orange line trains. Perfect retail and office spaces available. Click below for full details. 33 W Grand Retail Space 33 W Grand Office Space

  • Jan 27, 2020

    Network Like a Pro – Finding the Right Networking Partner

     Who you know can be more important than how many people you know. Upgrade your networking efforts by taking the time to meet people you believe can be helpful to you and then do what you can to be helpful to them. Take a listen for more tips on finding the right networking partner.

  • A person counting single dollar bills in hand
    Jan 25, 2020

    Negotiating A Higher Tenant Improvement Allowance

    A space may be absolutely perfect, but need substantial work to become the perfect space for you. For this, a Tenant Improvement Allowance, number of dollars the landlord is willing to offer per square foot of rentable space, is extremely beneficial.

  • TAG Executive Networking Bruncheon
    Jan 15, 2020

    Executive Networking With Tenant Advisory Group

    Every month, Tenant Advisory Group hosts an Executives Event to provide an opportunity for Chicago business leaders to build new, meaningful connections and discuss topics relevant to running a business. During December’s Executives Bruncheon, attendees were prompted with the question: “What trends are you seeing in your industry?” Here are a few of the lessons...

  • Jan 07, 2020

    Network Like a Pro – Referral Sources

    Place priority on networking with referral sources. While it may seem that networking with potential clients should be at the very top of your to-do list, networking with steady referral sources can bring you a lot more business in the end. Here’s how to make connections and network like a pro when it comes to...