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Is the Tiger Mother Truly Superior?

By IPS January 25th, 2011 in: General Information

What is the real topic here? Parenting? Perhaps on the first read. But, looking a little more in depth it becomes clear that the real underlying phenomena occurring here is not a debate on motherhood or parenting styles. It is the first open, and aggressive, acknowledgment that the Chinese way of instilling responsibility, self-discipline, creative[.....]

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Commercial Real Estate Forecast

By IPS January 18th, 2011 in: Commercial real estate, Container Buildings, Green Building Construction/Renovation

2010 was by all accounts a challenging year. What’s ahead in 2011? Overall, some markets are rebounding while others are experiencing rapid growth. Still others are remaining stagnant given the unpredictable economic situation in Massachusetts. Let’s take a look at a few examples:
Strong development opportunities exist in renovations and building reuse – especially those that[.....]

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Vacant Space? How it REALLY Effects the Bottom Line

By IPS January 13th, 2011 in: Building Ownership and Management, Commercial real estate, Increasing Property Cash Flow/Decreasing Vacancy, Maximizing Property Value, Occupancy Rates

Thinking of letting that lease terminate for the tenants on the second floor? Have space available but holding out for above market rent? These are both reasonable positions, if you have carefully analyzed the actual effect of the vacant space on your property’s financial performance.
Take a look below at a sampling of hidden or underestimated[.....]

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Guide to Selecting a Commercial Real Estate Broker

By IPS January 13th, 2011 in: Commercial Real Estate Brokers, Commercial real estate

Whether you are planning to lease space for your business or purchase a commercial property, the first step is locating a qualified and experienced Broker to work with you in identifying all the potential properties that would be appropriate for your needs. While there are many Brokers to choose from, you will benefit if you[.....]

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Questions to Ask Before Purchasing Commercial Real Estate

By IPS January 10th, 2011 in: Commercial real estate, Purchasing Property

Purchasing commercial real estate, either as a home for your business or for an investment with the intention of leasing to other companies, is a serious undertaking. A commercial real estate purchase must be carefully researched and considered and there is little or no room for emotion in this process. Surprisingly, many who buy their[.....]

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Commercial Property Lease Negotiations: The Landlord’s Role

By IPS January 6th, 2011 in: Building Ownership and Management, Commercial real estate, Increasing Property Cash Flow/Decreasing Vacancy, Occupancy Rates, Property Positioning

In the current commercial market, leasing negotiation is becoming more typical as tenants understand their power to negotiate and landlords realize that they must be flexible in order to fill vacant space and remain profitable.
The negotiation is a two-way street and requires the individuals involved to have the knowledge and expertise to understand and extrapolate[.....]

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Anxious to Lease Your Commercial Space? Watch Out for These Mistakes!

By IPS January 6th, 2011 in: Building Ownership and Management, Commercial real estate, Increasing Property Cash Flow/Decreasing Vacancy
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The Benefits of Solar Panels as a Building Retrofit

By IPS January 5th, 2011 in: Building Ownership and Management, Commercial real estate, Green Building Construction/Renovation, Maximizing Property Value, Property Positioning

With the recent and ongoing fluctuations in energy costs building owners are looking for options to cut building operational costs. One potential way to bring costs under control is through the installation of solar panels.
Fossil fuels are expensive and environmentally unfriendly. The carbon emissions are key contributors to a variety of environmental issues including the[.....]

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Preparing A Property for Lease

By IPS January 4th, 2011 in: Building Ownership and Management, Commercial real estate, Property Positioning

Today’s leasing market is extremely competitive. With many available spaces for prospective tenants to choose from, Owners must look at every opportunity to distinguish their property and entice potential tenants.
There are many actions an Owner can take to prepare a property to lease that will cause their property to stand out in the marketplace. Let’s[.....]

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The Tenant Broker – Invaluable Expertise in the Leasing Process

By IPS December 30th, 2010 in: Commercial real estate, General Information, Tenant Concerns

Most executives will only negotiate a few leases over their entire career. The ins and outs of a commercial lease carry ramifications for many years to come, so the services of a qualified broker to act as your representative will ensure that lease clauses vital to your company’s success are negotiated in your best interest[.....]

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