Yearly Archives: 2016

Mar 25

How to Investigate Your Prospective Commercial Landlord

When it comes to renting commercial space, landlords are always investigating prospective tenants to help ensure there will be no unpleasant surprises. And nothing says tenants can’t do the same before signing a lease and moving in. Landlord Credit Check A building owner’s creditworthiness is extremely important, especially in an economy where major real estate holde ...

Feb 18

How Open Office Environments Can Kill Productivity

The trend of open office environments is quickly killing off the traditional cubicle, but they could also kill employee productivity and bring on negative feelings unless they’re set up right. Noise, nearby activity and other interruptions make employees lose an average of 2.1 hours of worktime per day, according to a Basex Research report. That adds up to more than ...

Feb 04

How to Save Money with Your Office Space

Renting office space for your small business is a solid investment, but it doesn’t have to be one that breaks your budget every month. A few savvy strategies can help you save money with your office space. Take Advantage of Economic Realities Companies seem to be continuously downsizing, rightsizing or closing up shop altogether, leaving plenty of empty office spac ...

Jan 30

4 Easy Ways to Instantly Enhance Office Space

A good office starts with a prime location, efficient layout and ample space for your crew and other business needs. But the buck doesn’t stop there. Your company can make a few easy improvements that instantly transform an office from good to great. Refresh the Air Ever hear of occupational allergies? These sensitivities are not uncommon, and they can erupt from t ...

Jan 28

Red Flags to Avoid When Renting Commercial Space

Just as an experienced agent, solid property management company and good location are recipes for commercial leasing success, a few others can be a recipe for disaster. These red flags include inexperience, emotion and an inflexible landlord. Inexperience When it comes to commercial leases, just any old lawyer won’t do. You want a real estate pro experienced at han ...

Jan 13

How a Sunlit Office Improves Employee Health

Corner offices provide much more than a spectacular view. They can actually be good for your health. Two different studies examined the effects of natural sunlight on two different sets of employees, finding consistent exposure to natural light can do wonders for productivity, sleep, mood and a person’s physical and mental health. Workers and Windows A study pub ...

Jan 07

Tips For a Great Grand Opening

Whether you have been dreaming about this day for weeks, months, or even years, opening your own business is very exciting. It can also be scary. Many businesses dream about big grand openings. You may not think that you should have a grand opening but why not? Don’t you want to jump start your business? Here are some ways to have a great grand opening! Plan ...