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December 6, 2013
Don Catalano

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Am I Paying Too Much for My Commercial Real Estate?

In this article, you’ll learn: How to conduct a market survey to assess your current commercial real estate rent. The pros and cons of shopping the market for better rent information. Why hiring a tenant rep broker can streamline and improve your rent analysis. How integrating market data with portfolio

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Solutions for a Cost Efficient Corporate Real Estate Strategy

In this article, you’ll learn: Ways to cut costs for long-term leases, like auditing expenses and upgrading energy efficiency. How to manage short-term leases to reduce costs or plan a move. Benefits of appealing property taxes and finding sublease tenants. Tips for negotiating with landlords and exploring market alternatives. If

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3 Tips for Improving Office Space Productivity

In this article, you’ll learn: How to ensure office comfort by addressing common issues like lighting and ventilation. The importance of strategically assigning office space based on usage and collaboration needs. Tips for balancing private and collaborative areas to enhance overall office functionality. Today’s workplaces contain employees spanning four generations.

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Top 10 Ways to Maximize Your Tenant Representation Relationship

In this article, you’ll learn: How to effectively use a tenant rep for space analysis and sourcing. Strategies for negotiating leases and managing negotiations through your rep. The benefits of keeping your rep involved during build-out and move-in. How to leverage market updates and advice from your tenant rep for

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3 Things Every Tenant Should Be Aware of in Expense Reconciliations

In this article, you’ll learn: How to compare current OPEX with the base year costs. The impact of gross up provisions on your expenses. The importance of promptly notifying landlords about any reconciliation errors. Generally, commercial landlords send out operating expense (OPEX) reconciliation statements for the prior year 90 to

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Learning The Lingo: Tenant Improvements

In this article, you’ll learn: Key terms like demising wall and force majeure that impact your space. Differences between landlord and tenant build agreements. What to expect in a shell condition and the concept of trade fixtures. Understanding turn-key spaces and how to calculate usable vs. rentable square feet. Opening

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Commercial Occupancy Cost 101: Rent vs. Effective Rent

In this article, you’ll learn:   How to calculate effective rent by averaging base rent and increases. The impact of additional rent, including CAMs and management fees. How to factor in concessions like free rent and allowances into your cost analysis. The first part of an occupancy cost analysis is

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Measuring the Utilization of Your Warehouse

In this article, you’ll learn:   How to measure your warehouse’s usable and storage capacity. The process for calculating your inventory cube size and utilization rate. Why a 15% utilization rate is generally acceptable. The impact of warehouse design on storage efficiency and labor costs. Most warehouse managers report that

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LEED the Way – Reasons to Go Green

In this article, you’ll learn:   The LEED rating system and its focus areas. Examples of LEED-certified buildings, like Wild by Nature and Tanger Outlet Mall. How LEED certification can enhance building efficiency and reduce costs. The benefits of going green, including tax incentives and environmental impact. LEED buildings seem

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Ultimate Warehouse Checklist

Touring Warehouse space can be time consuming and frustrating for the unprepared party. In our free video course, we cover all the key components to look for while on your warehouse tour. You will also get access to our Warehouse checklist for when you’re touring space.

How to find office space

Whether you’re seeking new office space, relocating, or renewing your current lease, there are many mistakes you need to avoid. Our free “How to Find Office Space” video course is your go-to guide.