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6 Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Commercial Real Estate

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 02, 2019


When seeking a new office, there are many pitfalls to avoid. Before you sign the commercial real estate lease or purchase agreement, you have to ensure that you carry out an in-depth research and, perhaps, consult the advice of an experienced tenant rep broker. Here are a few things to avoid when leasing or purchasing your next commercial space.

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10 Things to Remember When Leasing Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 19, 2018


You have a lot to think about when considering new office spaces for your company, but that doesn't mean that you can afford to overlook the fine details. In addition to considering the cost and size of various spaces, be careful not to forget about the following features:

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Advantages to a Green Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 17, 2018


Making your workplace as green as possible isn't just good for your planet. Going green can reduce costs, improve employee morale and boost the public perception of your company. Making small changes to your workplace can make a big impact overall. Read on to discover ways that you can create a more eco-friendly work environment.

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8 Tips When Doing an Office Build Out

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 12, 2018


Lease agreements that give you the ability to build out your own office make it possible to customize a space and make it perfect for your business needs. Keep the following tips in mind as you approach your build out to ensure that you make the most of this opportunity and are completely satisfied with the results:

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Wi-Fi 6 in Commercial Real Estate

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 03, 2018


If you pay attention to the technology press, you might have seen an increasing number of mentions of a new Wi-Fi standard -- Wi-Fi 6 -- as 2018 draws to a close. Wi-Fi 6 is a major advance over previous standards, and can make your network more productive while also giving you the opportunity to reduce your commercial real estate occupancy costs.

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The Importance of Subletting and Subleasing Clauses

Posted by Don Catalano on Nov 26, 2018


When negotiating a commercial lease, many tenants don’t perceive the subletting and subleasing clauses to be of primary importance. This is because they do not foresee any financial difficulties that could call for subleasing or assignment situations. However, the unexpected sometimes happens, necessitating the tenant to reduce rented space or vacate the premises altogether. When that happens, it’s good to have subleasing and assignment clauses with terms that are favorable to all parties involved.

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You Need a Tenant Representative Broker: Here's Why

Posted by Don Catalano on Nov 21, 2018


If you're getting ready to begin a search for a commercial office space or building to lease, you can't afford to go it alone. Having a tenant rep broker at your side throughout the process offers a number of distinctive benefits. Here are some of the top reasons why you should enlist the help of one.

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Ways to Know It Might Be Time for New Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Nov 19, 2018


Finding a new office space for your company is a time-consuming process, so it's natural to want to stay in your current location for as long as possible; however, ignoring the signs that it's time for a change could be detrimental to your business. If any of these red flags sound familiar, you should seriously consider a move.  Here are ten indications that it might be time for new office space:

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