By Josh Richards
We have all found ourselves in the midst of a disaster that will forever change how we work, how we travel, and how we live. But, as difficult as things are now, we are working collectively to turn the tide on both the global pandemic and resulting economic downturn. Only with the dedication of our healthcare workers, the resilience of many businesses, and the adaptability of…
Companies Should Embrace the Great Pause to Analyze Real Estate Usage
April 16, 2020
By Chase Bourdelaise
The economic disruption caused byCOVID-19will require many companies to revise their short- and long-term business plans, which is likely to impact current and future real estate needs. For some occupiers, market trends could lead to a…
How Virtual Reality Can Keep Deal Flow Steady During Social Distancing
March 27, 2020
By Zac Monsees
As the
COVID-19
pandemic has forced the U.S. and many other countries to adopt
social distancing policies, businesses and entire industries have been abruptly
thrust into a new remote technology world. Commercial real estate has been
and will remain…
Examining the Benefits of Retail Settings and Medical Office Space for Accessible Healthcare
March 25, 2020
By Ken Smondrowski and Justin Brasell
The need
for healthcare services located conveniently for residents is clear now more
than ever. Patients expect to see a doctor’s office in the same parking lot as their
local grocery. There are obvious advantages for medical and…
By Justin Lerner
Chicago’s
property tax dilemma is no secret. The situation is complicated, as there are
hundreds of local government structures in northeastern Illinois and each of them
differs in its tax base, service and infrastructure needs, as well as its
ability…
Commute Concerns: Why Employers Should Take a Harder Look at Travel Times
March 12, 2020
By Chase Bourdelaise
While employee salaries are typically a company’s highest cost of doing business, thecommute time of an organization’s workforce plays a critical role in the employee satisfaction and turnover. For example, how would an extra 10 minutes in…
By Yesenia Marili
Everyone is called upon to be a leader at one point or another, but not everyone realizes the full potential of that opportunity. Serving as a leader in a professional or civic organization gives you the chance to hone your skills, advance your career…
By Alex Noah
As all facets of business become more data driven, commercial real estate is no exception. The industry has evolved so that real estate owners expect actionable insight supported by detailed analysis from their brokerage representatives. The days of relying…
Commercial Property Management Administration Offers a Ladder to Career Advancement
February 11, 2020
By Nicole Audette
Commercial property managementteams require administrative assistants that possess the organizational skills and aptitude to handle the daily demands of a fast-paced real estate sector. Once a role that revolved around unskilled office tasks…
Digging In: Obtaining Public Buy-in for New Real Estate Developments
January 29, 2020
By Gregory Boler
Regardless of location,real estate developersmust overcome a series of challenges before the first shovel hits the ground. The most significant obstacles involve securing the necessary entitlements such as zoning, land-use, and permitting…