Leasing Commercial Real Estate: 7 Reasons to Hire a Professional Broker
Commercial leases are not standardized you need to know what to negotiate on and what is reasonable. There is a common misconception by some that real estate brokers are but mere “space finders” for tenants and buyers in the market, and that once the ideal property is located, the process is mostly completed. In this […]
New Developments in Alexandria: MetroStage Developments
In our continuing series looking at new development projects in Alexandria, we’re looking at two development projects in Old Town North; the former site of MetroStage, and the new site of MetroStage. MetroStage Redevelopments:
5 Ways to Get Your Commercial Real Estate Fit in the New Year
This is the time of year many of us make resolutions about personal and professional changes in our life; to start a new exercise routine, eat better, loose a few pounds, or maybe start writing the book we have dreamed about. I personally spent some time over Christmas thinking about the health of my business […]
Leasing Commercial Property
The Tartan Way The decision to lease new space is driven by many different factors—the need for growth and expansion, a desire to upgrade the quality of your space, or possibly, improved access to mass transportation. No matter the motivation, the process you undertake to select and secure new space is the same. By following […]
Buying Commercial Real Estate
The TARTAN Way The Commercial Real Estate world, for a first-time buyer or seller, can be daunting without proper guidance. In this five part series, we’re going to be sharing the process that TARTAN goes through with our own clients to try to demystify selling, buying, and leasing commercial real estate. Buying commercial real […]
Oakville Triangle Development Update
After years in limbo, the on again off again development plans for the Oakville Triangle area of Alexandria have finally been put in place.
Selling Commercial Real Estate
The Commercial Real Estate world, for a first-time buyer or seller, can be daunting without proper guidance. In this five part series, we’re going to be sharing the process that TARTAN goes through with our own clients to try to demystify selling, buying, and leasing commercial real estate.
Five Things To Do To Make Sure Your Return To Work is COVID-19 Safe
Guest Blogger: Myles Brown, Senate Cleaning COVID-19 has completely changed the way we live our lives. Social distancing and protective face wear have become the norm and, high on people’s mind, is the cleanliness of whatever space they’re occupying. There are a few key services you can have done to your office before your staff […]
Dodging COVID-19 with a Cash Solution
Guest Blogger: Fred W. Clapp, Cost Segregation Services, Inc. Commercial Real Estate (CRE) is historically a reasonably stable component of our economy. Most CRE investors, coming off a profitable 2019 were eagerly looking at an even better 2020. Enter the Corona Virus and the CRE market is suddenly like the movie Jaws. A memorable scene […]
Moving Your Office Space: Tips and Tricks for a Smooth Office Move
Guest Blogger: James Gilmartin, Olympia Moving and Storage Moving your business to a new office requires careful planning and preparation. Dividing the workload and assigning specific tasks to different employees, starting the process early and maintaining open and frequent communication are key to a successful, and less stressful, move.