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What to Know Before Doing an Office Build-Out

Posted by Don Catalano on Apr 15, 2019


You can customize your office if you have a lease option that allows you to do an office build-out. In other words, this lease enables you to design an office space that meets your business needs. The cost of a modern office build-out is high, hence it is important to apply the following seven tips in order to avoid wasting your company’s funds.

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6 Commercial Lease Clauses to Avoid

Posted by Don Catalano on Apr 10, 2019


When you enter into a commercial lease negotiation, you do so in good faith and want to believe that the landlord is presenting you with a fair agreement. Unfortunately, there is always a chance that the landlord has included clauses that weigh heavily in their favor and could cause you trouble down the line. Here are six clauses to look out for and have removed before you sign:

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8 Technology Items for CRE Road Warriors

Posted by Don Catalano on Apr 08, 2019


When your career is in commercial real estate, you're sure to spend a lot of time on the road. You can't take your office with you when you're traveling for work, but you can make it easier to complete tasks on the go with the right technology. Here are some must-haves for CRE professionals.

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Myths to Know About Commercial Real Estate

Posted by Don Catalano on Apr 03, 2019


There is a tendency for commercial real estate tenants to hold onto certain myths about their company’s space. This is often because they are professionals in their fields and tenants in commercial real estate properties. Knowing these myths before negotiating your next lease will help you to be in an advantageous position. In this article, the top 5 myths to know about commercial real estate will be explained.

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7 Tips to Improve the Flexibility of Your Office Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Apr 01, 2019


Even if your company has a well-constructed strategic plan, the future is never entirely certain. What works for your company in terms of office space today may dramatically change within just a few years. Having a flexible office lease will give your company freedom to adapt to future circumstances. These tips will help you improve the flexibility of your office lease to better future proof your company:

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10 Ways to Make Good Commercial Leasing Decisions

Posted by Don Catalano on Mar 25, 2019


When you consider how important your office space is to the success of your company, you can't afford to make a hasty decision when it comes to your commercial lease. To ensure that you make the best possible decisions regarding office leases, follow these ten tips.

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5 Things to Beware of In Your Office Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Mar 18, 2019


It's easy to get overwhelmed when you're reviewing a lengthy, complicated office lease, but simply skimming the document can set you up for trouble in the future. Make sure that you read the entire contract carefully and keep an eye out for these important features of the lease:

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What to Know Before Changing Your Office Layout

Posted by Don Catalano on Mar 13, 2019


Your office layout is an essential part of your company culture. It determines whether you will be relocating or expanding your existing space. However, modern office space can be a bit complex to design. There are several important factors to be considered. Most importantly, you must seek to boost productivity and make the new office layout conducive for your employees. In this article, you will learn about the five things to consider when changing your office layout.

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