Our Strategy
Today, most companies in North America must navigate a complex, ever-evolving landscape. From global competition to rising energy costs, logistical challenges and fluctuating macroeconomic conditions, the old rules of the business world no longer apply. Firms must also contend with an abrupt shift in the commercial real estate market, which means throwing decades of conventional wisdom out the window.
Integrated Real Estate Solutions, Inc. understands the important role office space, manufacturing facilities or distribution space play in keeping companies competitive in the current economic environment. We’ll work closely with your team to understand fully your business requirements and space needs, and tailor an approach around your specific goals.
You’ll also never doubt our loyalty. As an independent brokerage, we only represent tenants and buyers in commercial real estate transactions, representing your interests and advocating on your behalf exclusively throughout the process. Lessors and sellers also pay our commissions, so our full-service leasing services are free for our clients.
Our Leadership
Jim Schnur is the President and Designated Managing Broker of Integrated Real Estate Solutions, Inc. Jim started the firm in 2003 after almost 20 years negotiating and overseeing real estate transactions at Hewlett Packard Co. and Agilent Technologies, Inc.
Jim provides real estate transaction management, process expertise and strategic planning advice to a wide range of companies from small business to Fortune 100 firms. Throughout his career, Schnur has negotiated more than $900 million worth of successful commercial real estate deals.
Jim earned a bachelor’s degree in management science from the University of Iowa. An active Northern Illinois Commercial Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors member, Jim also holds a Certified Commercial Investment Member designation, the gold standard for professional achievement in commercial real estate.