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Despite Increase in Industrial Vacancy, It’s Still Not a Tenant’s Market

Even with the massive year-over-year (YOY) increase in vacancy rates in the Southern California industrial markets — up from 100 to nearly 300 basis points, depending on the market — tenants still aren’t seeing much rent relief. Average…

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Tenant Improvement Costs Compound Challenges for Landlords

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As if the slower-than-hoped-for return to the office, the emergence of hybrid work models, and the looming commercial mortgage crisis weren’t enough to contend with, landlords that have been fortunate enough to ink tenants to new deals…

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Demand for Cold Storage Shows No Signs of Cooling

Articles & Insights, Industrial

The impact of COVID-19 sent shock waves through the entirety of the commercial real estate industry, and its aftershocks are still being felt today. The work-from-home strategy that was so vital to keeping businesses open during the pandemic…

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How Will AI Impact Commercial Real Estate?

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At the closing session of the Society of Industrial Realtors (SIOR) Spring Conference in Montreal this year, self-described economic futurist Andrew Busch delivered a talk on “The Future Economy: Growth Opportunities.” Toward the end…

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Lease or Buy Decisions Complicated by Market Uncertainty

Articles & Insights, Buyers, Industrial, Office

When seeking out a commercial property to either start or grow their company, business owners are often faced with the question: Should I lease or buy? There is no one-size-fits-all solution, and the best strategy for any company depends…

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The Future is Decentralization

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Hold on tight. The commercial real estate rollercoaster is far from over. The pandemic unleashed a wave of structural economic shifts that caused a once-in-a-generation landslide in the industry. And the effects have not been distributed…

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Innovative Ways to Reward and Motivate Your Employees

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Today, there are more ways to work than ever before. Whether your employees are working remotely, juggling hybrid, or navigating new workplace technology, finding ways to reward and appreciate their efforts is important. When employees…

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Join the Journey: Celebrating 30 Years of Empowering Athletes with CAF

Articles & Insights, From the Desk of Eric Northbrook

I hope this message finds you well. Over the years, your invaluable support has played an integral role in fueling the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) – a mission that empowers individuals with physical challenges…

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What Can Landlords Do to Improve Their Properties to Gain/Keep Tenants?

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As a landlord, your ultimate goal is to attract quality tenants who will not only pay their rent on time but also take care of the property. In a competitive leasing market with numerous options available to potential tenants, standing…

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Key to Success: Build a Strong Company Culture

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Establishing a strong company culture is vital for a positive and productive work environment. A company’s culture is built on shared beliefs, values, and practices and guides its employees’ interactions with each other and its customers.…

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How to Ensure a Smooth Transition to Your New Commercial Space

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Congratulations on finding a great new space that fits your business's needs! Relocating or expanding your business to a fresh or new commercial space can ignite a whirlwind of emotions – a mix of excitement, anxiety, and a feeling of…

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Workspace Revolution: Embracing Shared Office Space for Post-Pandemic Success

Articles & Insights, Office

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally reshaped the way we work and live. As we adapt to new work arrangements, shared office space has emerged as a valuable solution to navigate the post-COVID landscape. Both startups and large corporations…

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Artificial Intelligence: Useful Tool or Something to Fear

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Depending on who you’re listening to, artificial intelligence (AI) can either conjure up a HAL 9000 or a benevolent WALL-E scenario. In any event, the genie has been released from the bottle and there’s no turning back. It’s understandable…

Why Are Industrial Property Values Holding Up So Well?

Articles & Insights, Industrial

Many of us in the commercial real estate industry were predicting a significant correction in property values in response to the doubling of mortgage interest rates over the past year. When you add runaway inflation, a slowing economy and…

The LA April Fool’s Day Tax: Not a Laughing Matter

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It seems appropriate that Measure ULA (United to House LA), otherwise known as the “mansion tax,” went into effect on April Fool’s Day of this year. For those not familiar with this measure, a 4% ULA transfer tax is now levied on…

Now is the Time to Ask: How Does My Lender Calculate DCR?

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The grim statistics show that commercial-property owners face nearly $400 billion of debt maturing this year as regional bank failures threaten the industry’s biggest source of financing. Local and regional banks accounted for nearly…