Archive: 2015

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May2015
What I really mean by that question is this: do you know what operating costs for a building consist of? What the operating costs of your building consist of? Let’s break it down. Operating costs include the building’s taxes, replacement insurance for the building, as well as fees for landscaping, ... Read More
May 28, 2015Lynn Drake

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Apr2015
If I had a nickel for every time I’ve been asked this question, I’d be rich by now. Time after time, people ask me: why won’t the landlord reduce the rent of an empty building? It would stand to reason that an empty space would be a less expensive space, ... Read More
April 22, 2015Lynn Drake

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Feb2015
Most landlords in the game today know their business in and out. They know what their competitors are asking. They know what deals are being done down the street—especially when they lose a deal to a particular landlord. Small firms might negotiate a lease once every 5 years. If this ... Read More
February 3, 2015Lynn Drake

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Jan2015
At Compass Commercial, we are a part of International Tenant Representative Alliance (ITRA). This organization allows us to offer service to our clients across North America. We have given many referrals to our network and are also the recipient of many referrals. Twice a year, the owners of ITRA ... Read More
January 21, 2015Lynn Drake

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Jan2015
It is interesting when one takes a group of people out on tour to see their reactions. Some people go simply on about how the space looks the minute they see it. Others are very analytical, and need lots of data. No matter what, your agent needs to run ... Read More
January 7, 2015Lynn Drake