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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, […]

Dec

By Don Catalano Article, Office Space, Return to Office, Technology No Comments

Finally Some Good News For the Office Market? Positive Net Absorption

After years of unprecedented challenges, the office market might finally be stabilizing. For the first time in years, net absorption of office space turned positive in the second and third quarters of 2024, breaking a five-quarter streak of declining demand. This trend gained momentum in Q4, setting the stage for cautious optimism across the sector. […]

Oct

By Don Catalano Article, Lease Types, Return to Office No Comments

How Crime is Linked to the Probability of Default Risk: Office Buildings

The office property sector has been hammered by a triple threat: post-pandemic shifts in work habits, a crumbling economy, and rampant urban decay. At the forefront of this crisis is the expansion of crime in major urban centers, which has crippled the appeal of many office locations. So to prepare yourself as a tenant in […]

Aug

By Don Catalano Article, Office Space, Problems, Recession, Return to Office No Comments

When is the FED Lowering Interest Rates in 2024?

In this article you’ll learn: When a probable rate cut will come from the Fed How any rate cut is likely coming too late Why office landlords are still in turmoil How this crisis rivals the 2008 market crash The probability of the Fed cutting interest rates is extremely high as we enter the second […]

Jul

By Don Catalano Article, Return to Office No Comments

Worst Office Vacancy Rates by City: The 10 Highest Vacancies in 2024

In this article, you’ll discover: How high office vacancy rates are reshaping real estate markets, particularly in cities like San Francisco and Denver. The effect of these rates on rental prices and property values. Financial challenges facing landlords in high-vacancy markets. Strategies for tenants to secure favorable lease terms in these conditions. Demand for office […]

Dec

By Don Catalano Article, Economic Development No Comments

Essential Amenities Shaping the Modern Office

In this article: Amenities that simplify commuting, including transit access and EV charging. Productivity boosters like smart technology and reserved meeting spaces. Health-focused features such as fitness centers and improved air quality. Flexibility for hybrid work with versatile spaces for meetings and events. Obviously, we are in a different working world than we were several […]

Nov

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing, Return to Office, Technology No Comments

The Future of Tech Leasing: Shifting Landscapes and Emerging Hubs

In this article, you’ll learn: How new government funding is creating emerging tech hubs across the U.S. The slowdown in leasing in traditional tech centers like San Francisco and Austin. The rise in office space demand driven by expanding AI startups. The impact of these shifts on commercial tenants, including changes in demand and lease […]

Oct

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing, Return to Office No Comments

The Future of the Office Market: Prospects and Challenges in 2024 and Beyond

In this article, you’ll discover: The impact of return-to-work policies on office demand. The potential tightening of office stock due to slowed construction. The growing preference for high-quality office spaces. Opportunities for tenants to secure favorable lease terms amidst market shifts. Good news and bad news. The revival of the office market is finally in […]

Sep

By Don Catalano Article, Office Leasing, Return to Office, Right - size No Comments

Office Amenities Redefined: Why Daycare May Emerge a New Top Priority

In this article, you’ll explore: The rising priority of daycare services in office spaces for work-life balance. Upgraded office amenities aimed at increasing employee presence. Success stories of businesses that have integrated childcare into their offices. Strategies for optimizing office space for hybrid work. The corporate world has undergone a profound transformation, marked by the […]

Aug

By Don Catalano Article, Relocation, Return to Office, Suburban Location No Comments

Is Crime the Top Indicator of Where (Not) to Locate an Office?

In this article, you’ll learn: How crime influences office location choices and return-to-office rates. The impact of high crime on office occupancy and property values. The trend of companies moving to safer, suburban communities. How tenants can negotiate better lease terms in a crime-affected market. In a post-pandemic leasing environment, priorities have shifted. Offices are […]

Aug

By Don Catalano Article, Lease Clauses, Lease Negotiation, Lease Terms, Office Space, Return to Office No Comments

5 Things Every Office Tenant Should Know About the SNDA

In this article, we explore: Protecting tenant rights in case of landlord default or foreclosure. The three components: Subordination, Non-Disturbance, and Attornment. Risks of not having an SNDA in your lease. Importance of consulting a commercial real estate attorney for guidance. New office tenants are under a lot of pressure to find the perfect properties. […]

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

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

Finally Some Good News For the Office Market? Positive Net Absorption

How Crime is Linked to the Probability of Default Risk: Office Buildings

When is the FED Lowering Interest Rates in 2024?

Worst Office Vacancy Rates by City: The 10 Highest Vacancies in 2024

Essential Amenities Shaping the Modern Office

The Future of Tech Leasing: Shifting Landscapes and Emerging Hubs

The Future of the Office Market: Prospects and Challenges in 2024 and Beyond

Office Amenities Redefined: Why Daycare May Emerge a New Top Priority

Is Crime the Top Indicator of Where (Not) to Locate an Office?

5 Things Every Office Tenant Should Know About the SNDA

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