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7 Reasons You Should Engage a Tenant Rep Broker

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 20, 2021


Whether you're relocating, expanding or opening your first office, you may find yourself wondering, "Do I really need a tenant rep broker to help me with this?" No matter what your situation, the answer to the question is a resounding, "yes!" There are numerous reasons why you should engage an experienced tenant representative to assist with the leasing process. Here are a few:

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8 Tips for Employees Returning to the Workplace

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 18, 2021


The coronavirus pandemic forced many employees to work from home. As companies begin to experiment with bringing all employee back to the office while maintaining all social distancing rules to minimize the spread of COVID-19, here are a few tips:

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Should You Move Your Office to the Suburbs?

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 13, 2021


Recently, there has been a massive relocation taking place in the United States especially in the tech communities. The pandemic as well as several factors such as the US election has made many companies reconsider their location priorities and preferences. You may be wondering if moving your office to the suburbs is the best decision to make at the moment. In this article, we are going to explore the factors you may want to consider when choosing to move to the suburbs.

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6 Tips to a Successful Commercial Lease Negotiation

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 11, 2021


Commercial lease negotiations are very long and arduous. These are the six steps to take if you want to have a successful commercial lease negotiation:

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6 Tips When Auditing Your Commercial Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 06, 2021


A commercial lease is usually one of a company's biggest expenses, and some businesses may be unknowingly paying more than is necessary to their landlords. After all, errors can occur with any document, including commercial leases. Conducting a commercial lease audit can help you spot mistakes that are increasing your occupancy costs, so that you can address them with your landlord and remedy the situation. Following these six tips will help to ensure a successful audit:

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Long vs Short Term Leases: Weighing the Pros and Cons

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 16, 2020


One of the essential decisions that you will need to make when you're negotiating a commercial real estate lease is the right lease term. Short and long-term leases offer their advantages and disadvantages.

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5 Advantages to IoT in Your Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 14, 2020

In the last few years, dramatic new breakthroughs in technologies have led to the dramatic expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT). Smart technologies are increasingly impacting our lives, and this is especially true in the workplace. Adopting the IoT means investing in new software, systems and equipment, but the advantages that smart technologies in the office provide for your business outweigh the downside of costs for many companies. Here are some of the benefits of integrating the IoT into your workplace:

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Don’t Forget About These 3 Parking Terms In Your Next Office Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 09, 2020


In many commercial office leases, parking clauses are not well detailed because parking lots are a part of the common areas. However, parking terms must not be overlooked when signing your next office lease. Parking has a big impact not only on your team but also on your customers. In this article, we are going to explore critical parking terms that you should not forget in your next office lease:

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