They say there are no secrets to success. But if you ask us, there are plenty of measures you can take to give your business as much leverage as possible. And the first place to direct your attention is the work environment: your office. By now, you should have determined how much space your business… Read more »

There are as many strategies for real estate investing as there are real estate investors. Most property owners are of the “one and done” variety—they have a home of their own, and they’re happy with that. But others, once they get a taste for it, require more.  Multi-family real estate is a great way to… Read more »

There are always a lot of factors to consider when you manage commercial real estate. Are you charging the best rate? Can you manage all your upcoming maintenance? How much additional professional help do you need? But having all the right pieces in place means nothing if you can’t find the right commercial tenants who… Read more »

Guest Post by Paul Ryan  A penny saved is a penny earned, but a penny invested can turn into dollars down the road. Buying an investment property can be a solid way to make money and diversify your portfolio. It also comes with some costly downsides. Here are some factors to consider before you decide… Read more »

Commercial Real Estate Forecast The commercial real estate industry is, as a whole, continuing on an upward trajectory. Ongoing focus on vaccinations as consumers turn toward travel and in-person interactions is aiding the industry’s recovery. However, some sectors are recovering more quickly than others. The industrial and multifamily sectors are burgeoning, while the hospitality and… Read more »

With few exceptions, the most important thing you have to decide about opening a retail storefront is where to put it. Making the right choice up front will help prevent a cascade of issues later on, from low foot traffic to ability to expand. Plus, your location helps define the identity and philosophy of your… Read more »

There’s office space. Fairly straight forward. There’s retail space. Yep, that makes sense. But then there’s “industrial space.” If you need a great commercial space for your business, and you don’t think office or retail fits the bill, you probably need an industrial space. But what, exactly, does that entail? Will you just be stuck… Read more »

Asheville made its mark in the 19th century as a relaxing mountain retreat. Today, Asheville and surrounding Western North Carolina are a world-class destination for arts, entrepreneurship, and quality living. Our region’s business growth and development is sustained by steady innovation in advanced manufacturing, arts and culture, healthcare, science and technology, and knowledge-based entrepreneurship. If… Read more »

Commercial Real Estate Forecast Commercial real estate experts are encouraged by the industry’s ongoing recovery from the pandemic. Retail providers continue to pivot to meet online demands, shift their strategy to a proactive have-it-to-send-it model, and keep shelves stocked. Thanks to this activity, warehouse space, fulfillment centers, data centers, and logistics needs are still flourishing…. Read more »

There are always going to be (hopefully rare) emergencies or unexpected repairs. But eleven months out of the year, being a property manager is generally a breeze! And then your tenants let you know they’re moving out. Do you scramble to find new tenants every time your rental hits the market? Are you new to… Read more »