Industrial Oversight: Tips for Touring a Warehouse Space

By James A. Schnur, CCIM
President and Designated Managing Broker
Integrated Real Estate Solutions

To some, it may just be another large building, but to those with specific business needs, a warehouse space means one thing: potential. Whether it is the potential to provide faster distribution, the potential to the manufacturer at a greater scale, or the potential to take on new opportunities, a warehouse can provide exactly what a business is looking for to grow and expand. And because it can represent so much, the need to find the exact right warehouse space becomes even more important.  Continue reading “Industrial Oversight: Tips for Touring a Warehouse Space”

The Right Price: The Other Costs in Commercial Lease Terms Tenants Should Keep in Mind

By James A. Schnur, CCIM
President and Designated Managing Broker
Integrated Real Estate Solutions

Once the perfect relocation spot is scouted and secured, and the paperwork is drawn up and presented, there is a strong temptation to rush through lease clauses and sign off without scrutiny to just tie a bow on the deal and be done with it. But rushing into signing a commercial lease without giving the terms a thorough read can have detrimental consequences, particularly financially.  Having a tenant representation broker as well as a competent real estate attorney provide their services in looking over a lease before it’s signed is critical in this respect. By doing the due diligence and bringing in expert help, commercial renters and buyers are able to address many easily overlooked lease terms — such as the following — and avoid any costly oversights in the process.  Continue reading “The Right Price: The Other Costs in Commercial Lease Terms Tenants Should Keep in Mind”

Keeping An Eye Out: What To Look For While Touring Commercial Spaces

By James A. Schnur, CCIM
President and Designated Managing Broker
Integrated Real Estate Solutions

During the buying, leasing, or relocation process, touring the prospective locations is one of the most thrilling times. Actually being within the space, walking around, taking in the possibility and potential, is both exciting and overwhelming. It’s one of those times when it makes the entire process feel real, and gives it actual weight, which is why it can also be easy to be so caught up in the tour that one forgets or overlooks several key opportunities. Taking some time, and knowing what to look for, before setting out on the tour can help minimize distractions and keep the focus on securing the best space possible for future business growth. Before setting foot inside a potential space, keep these tips in mind to prepare and to take full advantage of the office space tour. Continue reading “Keeping An Eye Out: What To Look For While Touring Commercial Spaces”

The Benefits of Using a Tenant Representative Broker for your Business Relocation or Lease Renewal.

By James A. Schnur, CCIM
President and Designated Managing Broker
Integrated Real Estate Solutions

The process of finding and leasing the right space for your business presents a variety of complex challenges. Understanding your options for managing costs, enhancing the property, and ensuring the property is going to meet both your present and future needs is the job of a commercial real estate tenant representative. Continue reading “The Benefits of Using a Tenant Representative Broker for your Business Relocation or Lease Renewal.”