Think you can handle your next lease transaction without a tenant representative? Here are a few things to consider. Time is money. On average, a transaction under 5,000 square feet would require an agent spending about 30-40 hours on the transaction. Comparison shopping. The right agent will prepare and negotiate on several ... Read More

Recently, I read about new software that, on the surface level, does the same thing as an agent could do. With this new software, users input their needs, as well as how much they’re willing to pay in rent, and voila—the system spits out a list of locations and deals. ... Read More

Is your office rent above the market rate?  Are you effectively utilizing your lease business space?  Have you created adequate competition among landlords for your tenancy?Whether your goal is to relocate your company or simply reduce your occupancy costs, our team will take the time to evaluate your key business ... Read More

It is hard to believe that 6 years ago, the thought of forming my own company started with an idea, and just a year later, we were opening our doors. Over the last five years, we have had many great clients.We developed our business, our processes, our staff.  Each year ... Read More

Over the past few years, I’ve witnessed firsthand the rebirth of Motor City, the city I call home.   And let’s just say, it’s been amazing to see Detroit pull itself up by its bootstraps and reinvigorate itself! The central business district is vibrant, with new cafes popping up everywhere. ... Read More

One thing that really nags at me is the firms out there who claim they’re representing your best interests, when really; they’re doing the opposite.  Many firms out there are simply project managers and construction companies in disguise—not truly tenant representatives.  Confused?  Here’s how this works: you’re looking for space, ... Read More

I’m going to be speaking at a conference on disaster recovery in a couple of weeks.  It looks like the universe wanted me to realize that perhaps my plan wasn’t so great after all.  Last week there was a substation fire across the street from our offices in Troy.  Our ... Read More

In residential real estate, agents are required to provide you with a statement indicating that they either a) represent you exclusively or b) if they are a dual agent.  Dual agent sounds like something out of a science fiction book, doesn’t it? In the real estate world, it means an ... Read More