Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business Leader of the Year: Donnie Simpson
Recently I had the honor to introduce the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business Leader of the Year Donnie Simpson at the annual Best in Business Awards event. In preparing my remarks I had the opportunity to reflect on the power and importance of role models in my life.
5 Things You Must Know Before Purchasing Commercial Property
As a commercial real estate brokerage firm in Northern Virginia focusing on the representation of commercial property owners, we understand that becoming an investor and landlord can be a very attractive way towards building wealth and creating monthly cash flows. However, it’s essential to understand that being a good and profitable landlord requires proper preparation […]
The Power of Pattern Recognition in Commercial Real Estate
As a commercial real estate professional with years of experience, I have developed what I believe is a keen sense of “pattern recognition” when it comes to identifying opportunities and potential issues in commercial real estate transactions. Too often residential and commercial real estate brokers allow themselves to be commoditized and seen mostly as “space […]
Meet the Team: Steve Episode 3
Meet Steve! Watch our new video to learn more about our new Principal and his life and careers before joining Tartan Properties. Also check out our series to learn more about the team!
Tartan Properties Welcomes Kay Chewning!

We are excited to welcome Kay Chewning to the Tartan Team! Her extensive knowledge, experience and deal making abilities are a great addition. Kay will focus her efforts on tenant representation opportunities throughout Northern Virginia & DC.
The Potential Cost of Delay

When selling your commercial real estate asset, you want to get the best deal possible. For most people, this means getting the highest price possible. But what happens when offers don’t come in, and when one does, it’s well below asking price? Is it smarter to wait and hope a full price offer comes in […]
The Benefits of Physical Office Space

With the pandemic sending us all home to work, the original two-week plan has turned into over a year at home, and many companies are probably wondering the same thing: do we need an office anymore? There are benefits to both, and every company will have different calculations. And before returning to in person work, […]
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 […]