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Jul

By Don Catalano Article, New York City, Office Leasing No Comments

The Office Rebound No One Expected: Manhattan Leads Major Cities in Office Leasing

The office market has seen its fair share of doom and gloom-no? So how we highlight a major comeback… Manhattan just posted its strongest first half since 2014—21.1 million square feet leased. So, what’s going right for NYC? Well, it’s a convergence of factors. The flight-to-quality anchored leasing activity in recent years—but priorities are evolving. […]

Jul

By Don Catalano Article, CRE, IoT (Internet of Things), Leasing, Office Leasing, Return to Office No Comments

AI Is Replacing These 6 White-Collar Sectors First: White-Collar Office Collapse?

By 2030, over 200,000 U.S. accounting jobs alone may vanish (World Economic Forum). McKinsey estimates 60–70% of administrative tasks are fully automatable today. AI already resolves 85–95% of routine customer service queries. These numbers matter—for workforce size, lease demand, and real estate footprints. In the next sections, we break down the top six sectors facing […]

Jun

By Don Catalano Article, Occupancy Costs, Office Leasing, Office Space, Problems, Return to Office, Utilization, WFH (Work From Home) No Comments

Will a Vacancy Tax on Commercial Properties Save Downtowns? Probably Not.

Commercial Landlords Are Down—Now California Wants to Finish the Job. California’s Senate Bill 789 is a vacancy tax pitched as a cure for downtown decay. But tenants should ask: what happens when you tax the landlords out of existence? The proposed bill would slap a $5-per-square-foot annual tax on commercial properties vacant for 182+ days, […]

May

By Don Catalano Article, Business friendly, Relocation No Comments

NYC Loses Billions to Florida: Migration to Quality Continues

New York City has always been a center of gravity for talent, capital, and corporate ambition. But between 2017 and 2022, that gravitational pull weakened—substantially.

Feb

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing, Subleasing No Comments

Is Manhattan’s Office Market Shrinking or on the Brink of Recovery?

After years of relentless office space availability increases, Manhattan has finally dipped below 100 million square feet of available space for the first time since 2020. Headlines are calling this a recovery milestone—but does it actually signal a turnaround for the office market, or is it just a reshuffling of the deck chairs on a […]

Jan

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing No Comments

Will Congestion Pricing Be the Final Nail in Manhattan’s CRE Coffin?

New York’s long-awaited congestion pricing plan has been implemented. Stakeholders in the commercial real estate (CRE) market are now watching with a mix of anticipation about what the fall effects it will have on the Big Apple. With its goal of reducing traffic and funding public transit, congestion pricing has the potential to completely reshape […]

Jan

By Don Catalano Article, Inflation, Office Leasing, Office Space, Problems, Recession No Comments

How To Identify Distressed Office Properties

With high vacancy rates, an increasing number of landlord defaults, and an oversupply of office space, the landscape is ripe for corporate tenants to secure prime properties at a fraction of the price. This environment presents both challenges and opportunities—especially for those who know how to spot distressed properties and leverage the current market conditions […]

Jan

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing, Office Space No Comments

Finding the Perfect Office Location: 6 Key Metrics You Need to Know

In today’s competitive market, where talent is scarce and every dollar counts, choosing the right location can make or break your business. From boosting employee morale to improving your bottom line, every decision around your office choice has a ripple effect. So, how do you make sure you’re choosing wisely? Let’s dive into the must-have […]

Dec

By Don Catalano Article, Lease Clauses, Office Leasing No Comments

Top Lease Clauses Tenants Must Know for 2025 in Commercial Real Estate

In the commercial real estate market, 2025 is set to be a year where vigilance isn’t just a choice—it’s a necessity. With debt from maturing loans expected to peak in 2027 at $1.26 trillion, banks are bracing for potential waves of defaults and tightening credit conditions. The fallout from landlords struggling to secure financing or […]

Nov

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing No Comments

Smart Tech Integration is the Future of Office Space

Over 75 percent of corporate real estate leaders are investing in better office tech. So, if your company isn’t, you’re falling behind- and fast. Read on to learn: Why adapting office space with smart tech is crucial for future-proofing your workplace. How leading companies are transforming the office into a high-value perk to boost retention. […]

Oct

By Don Catalano Article, Costs, Lease Clauses, Lease Negotiation, Lease Terms, Office Leasing No Comments

3 Hidden Commercial Leasing Costs Corporate Tenants Need to Know

As a CFO, Director of Real Estate, or C-suite executive, you know that signing a commercial lease is not just about securing space—it’s about protecting your portfolio’s long-term financial health. And all the experts know that when it comes to commercial leases, the advertised base rent per square foot is just the tip of the […]

Sep

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing No Comments

The Self-Help Clause in Office Leasing: A Lifeline for Corporate Tenants

In this article, you’ll learn: What the self-help clause is Why it’s crucial in today’s volatile office market How corporate tenants can strategically incorporate it into lease negotiations The landscape of office leasing is no longer just about securing a space; it’s about navigating potential pitfalls, from landlord defaults to mounting vacancies, that could severely […]

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The Office Rebound No One Expected: Manhattan Leads Major Cities in Office Leasing

AI Is Replacing These 6 White-Collar Sectors First: White-Collar Office Collapse?

Will a Vacancy Tax on Commercial Properties Save Downtowns? Probably Not.

NYC Loses Billions to Florida: Migration to Quality Continues

Is Manhattan’s Office Market Shrinking or on the Brink of Recovery?

Will Congestion Pricing Be the Final Nail in Manhattan’s CRE Coffin?

How To Identify Distressed Office Properties

Finding the Perfect Office Location: 6 Key Metrics You Need to Know

Top Lease Clauses Tenants Must Know for 2025 in Commercial Real Estate

Smart Tech Integration is the Future of Office Space

3 Hidden Commercial Leasing Costs Corporate Tenants Need to Know

The Self-Help Clause in Office Leasing: A Lifeline for Corporate Tenants

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The Office Rebound No One Expected: Manhattan Leads Major Cities in Office Leasing

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