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Why Manufacturing Space is Booming During COVID-19

Posted by Don Catalano on Sep 16, 2020


The manufacturing space is experiencing a surge in demand as COVID-19 impacts retail supply chains. The spread of COVID-19 meant that most purchases shifted towards essential goods. More people desired contactless purchases in a less crowded environment, and this has led to an increase in online shopping. Office spaces are being redesigned and repurposed for storage and fulfilling centers.

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5 Commercial Leasing Tips All Tenants Should Know

Posted by Don Catalano on Sep 09, 2020


Negotiating a commercial lease may be a very daunting task for corporate tenants. Rents can be the biggest business expenses that a tenant can make, and these five leasing tips are essential for all tenants to know.

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5 Commercial Site Selection Items to Know

Posted by Don Catalano on Sep 07, 2020


Your commercial site selection is going to have a huge impact on your business, and you should get it right. In your office search and leasing process, site selection may be the most important activity. In this article, we will discuss the commercial site selection items to know.

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10 Things You Don't Want to Forget When Getting Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Sep 02, 2020


Whether you're looking for the first office for your start-up or a new office to relocate or expand your established company, you have a lot to consider when comparing your options. Even individuals who have been through the leasing process will find that priorities must change in the age of COVID-19. With so much to take into account, you run the risk of overlooking important details. Here are 10 things that you can't afford to forget:

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Why Understanding The Difference Between Rentable & Usable Square Footage is Important

Posted by Don Catalano on Aug 26, 2020


During your search for the perfect office, you'll encounter a whole new set of vocabulary. Usable square footage and rentable square footage are two terms you're certain to run across. Some people employ these terms interchangeably, but the truth is they describe two very different numbers. Understanding the difference between the two is important to ensure that you get a fair deal from your landlord.

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10 Corporate Real Estate Mistakes to Avoid

Posted by Don Catalano on Aug 24, 2020


Renting office space is one of the biggest business decisions a company may have to make. For many companies, it is likely going to be the largest expense. Hence, it is essential to watch out for common corporate real estate mistakes to avoid.

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Mistakes to Avoid When Subleasing Your Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Aug 19, 2020


The recent pandemic has caused an increase in the number of tenants who seek to sublease their office space. Not only do commercial real estate tenants trying to cut down on rents on office spaces that they are not using due to the fact that employees now work from home, but many businesses have also been non-operational. Hence, subleasing seems to be a good choice. However, many commercial tenants make mistakes when subleasing their office space. This article will guide you on what to do to avoid these common mistakes.

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How the Pandemic is Changing Work Habits

Posted by Don Catalano on Aug 17, 2020


For many businesses, the pandemic has disrupted regular office practices. It has changed interpersonal as well as intrapersonal relationships at work. While many activities will be back to normal when the pandemic ends, there will be a new normal. In this article, we are going to explore the ways pandemic is changing work habits.

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