Is Open Floor Office Design Good for Business?
It’s tempting to consider open floor office design for your new headquarters, but is open floor office design good for... Continue reading→
Cost Segregation Misconceptions Prevent Tax Savings
Property owners misconceptions about cost segregation are leaving money on the table. In 2001, an IRS ruling allowing taxpayers to... Continue reading→
Tips to Improve Comfort and Ergonomics at Work
Let’s look at tips to improve comfort and ergonomics at work. Sitting at a computer for the majority of your... Continue reading→
Rigging Services – Remove the Compressor from Your Roof When You Move
How Do You Move The Compressor Off Your Roof When You Relocate Your Office? You Need Rigging Services. Here’s a little-known... Continue reading→
Are Your Rooftop Solar Panels Protected from Ground Fault
Solar powers largest growth period in New Jersey was in 2011 and 2012 with many roof top installations being installed.... Continue reading→
The Emergence of Generation Z in the Workplace
The rise of Generation Z, the typical workplace is bound to undergo a drastic evolution. According to the Pew Research... Continue reading→
Why Business Owners Should Own Real Estate Personally
Let’s explore why business owners should own real estate personally rather than in a separate corporation. A frequent mistake made by... Continue reading→
Investing in Parking Lot Maintenance
Brand new parking lots last up to 15 years with regular parking lot maintenance. How can you maintain your parking... Continue reading→
Philadelphia’s Proposed One Percent Tax on New Construction
Is Philadelphia’s proposed one percent tax on new construction a good compromise or a fools bargain? The Philadelphia City Council announced new... Continue reading→
The Impact of Energy Efficient Building Upgrades on NOI and Asset Value
Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) or efficient building upgrades which include LED Lighting, Plumbing and Mechanical and HVAC upgrades, are proven... Continue reading→
Is the AIA Contract Set In Stone?
If you’re in the business of commercial real estate, you are bound to have come across the sometimes dreaded American... Continue reading→
Why Commercial Property Investors are Overpaying on Income Taxes
Did you know that 9 out of 10 property investors are overpaying on income taxes? Year after year, the Federal... Continue reading→
Protecting Goodwill and Intellectual Property
Imagine building a company that took years to gain momentum, thousands of hours of labor, sleepless nights, hundreds of thousands... Continue reading→
The Dangers of Asbestos Inhalation
Let’s look at the dangers of asbestos inhalation. Even though most uses of asbestos have been banned, it can still... Continue reading→
When Your Tenant is a Franchisee
Commercial landlords often view franchisees in well-known franchise systems as attractive retail tenants. Leasing space to a franchisee, however, raises... Continue reading→
Installment Sale of Commercial Real Estate Properties
Let’s explore using an installment sale to evenly distribute tax liabilities stemming from a commercial real estate transaction. Do you... Continue reading→
Qualified Opportunity Zones and The Potential to Drive Community Development
An investment in a Qualified Opportunity Fund that is in turn invested within a Qualified Opportunity Zone is entitled to... Continue reading→
Respecting Privacy During CCTV Monitoring
Let’s look at ways to respect privacy during CCTV monitoring. Whether you’re managing a commercial or residential property, there will... Continue reading→
Pre-Purchaser Administrative Consent Orders
The NJDEP recently approved the use of Pre-Purchaser Administrative Consent Orders (ACOs). This tool allows a buyer with no connection... Continue reading→
Accelerated Depreciation of Commercial Property
Let’s look at how accelerated depreciation of commercial property can help your business. As a commercial property owner, how would... Continue reading→
The Future of Solar in New Jersey
The future of solar in New Jersey is looking very bright. The state solar program has been generating investments. We’re... Continue reading→
Energy Usage Benchmarking Disclosure Policies
Let’s look at energy usage benchmarking mandates and disclosure policies for commercial real estate. Increasingly, states, counties and cities nationwide... Continue reading→
New Jersey Marijuana Reform Presents Commercial Real Estate Opportunities
Let’s look at New Jersey Marijuana Reform and Commercial Real Estate. Governor Phil Murphy campaigned on a pledge to fully... Continue reading→
When Should You Repave a Parking Lot
When should you repave a parking lot. Let’s look at indications that you should repave a parking lot. Are you looking... Continue reading→
Air Quality Management for Commercial Buildings
Let’s look at air quality management for commercial buildings. The health of your property’s occupants can be jeopardized by poor... Continue reading→
New Jersey Construction Lien Law
Let’s take a look at New Jersey Construction Lien Law. For builders and contractors alike, the words “construction lien” can... Continue reading→
The Tax Reform Bill and Commercial Real Estate
Let’s look at how the recent tax reform bill impacts commercial real estate. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Bill was... Continue reading→
Asphalt Sealant: Squeegee and Spray Coatings
When it comes to applying asphalt sealant, pavement maintenance contractors have several options to offer property managers. They can employ... Continue reading→
Currently Proposed Business Tax Reform Bills
The proposed tax reform bills are a topic you can’t escape these days. With proposals in both the House and... Continue reading→
Performing Pre-Construction Due Diligence
Let’s explore why performing pre-construction due diligence prior to the acquisition of a site or proceeding towards construction is critical.... Continue reading→
Proposed Modifications to Philadelphia Mixed Income Housing Bill
There have been some proposed modifications to the Philadelphia Mixed Income Housing Bill. On June 22, 2017, City Councilmember Maria Quiñones-Sanchez... Continue reading→
Set the Stage for a Successful Commercial Move
Let’s set the stage for a Successful Commercial Move. Every move is challenging, but a commercial move has so many... Continue reading→
How to Encourage Office Creativity
Let’s look at ways to encourage office creativity. Most people think that working hard is the most effective way of... Continue reading→
Protect Your Property with Ordinance and Law Insurance
Do you own an older building or is your building subject to significant building code changes, if it needed to... Continue reading→
Commercial Open Floor Plans: the Architectural Pandora’s Box
Open Floor Plans: No issue generates more discussion in our industry than the architectural Pandora’s box: commercial open floor plans.... Continue reading→
Why Corporate Owned Real Estate is a No No
Let’s explore Corporate Owned Real Estate. A frequent mistake made by small business owners is to have the operating corporation... Continue reading→
Commercial Properties: Who owns the fixtures at lease expiration?
Let’s explore fixtures, trade fixtures and who owns what at lease expiration. In order to facilitate a smooth transition between... Continue reading→
Protect Your Property Against Attractive Nuisance Dangers
The following article explores how to protect your property against attractive nuisance dangers. Although property owners are generally not responsible for... Continue reading→
Tips for Furnishing a New Office
Let’s explore some cost effective tips for furnishing a new office. Working conditions play a significant role in the output... Continue reading→
5 Self-Defense Tips for Realtors
Let’s look at some self-defense tips for realtors. As in any job, but especially in real estate, agents have the... Continue reading→
The Bridge Loan – When To Consider Bridge Lenders
Let’s explore bridge lenders, bridge loans and when they are appropriate. When in the market for Commercial Real Estate Financing... Continue reading→
The Advantages and Benefits of Design-Build Construction
Design-Build is a delivery method that provide owners with a single point of contact for both the design and construction.... Continue reading→
Optimize Energy With LED Lighting
Businesses and homes are always looking for ways to save money. The use of LED Lighting is a great way... Continue reading→
Flood Elevation Certificates
As licensed and insured professional engineers, land surveyors and providers of Flood Elevation Certificates in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we... Continue reading→
Business Risk Exposure from Drones
Let’s explore the business risk exposure from drones (UAS). While the military and hobbyists have been using unmanned aerial systems... Continue reading→
The Importance of Maintenance for Commercial Solar Installations
Commercial solar installations have no moving parts and require little maintenance. Unlike major mechanical systems, there is no replacing lubricants,... Continue reading→
Benefits of Aerial Panoramic Photography Before Construction For Developers
Let’s explore the Benefits of Aerial Panoramic Photography. Imagine that this is the amazing view from your office building –... Continue reading→
Evidence-Based Design is Growing in Popularity and Effectiveness
Evidence-based design is a trend that is picking up steam in the healthcare industry for a wide variety of different... Continue reading→
Why You Need a Collaborative Work Environment
In recent times, more and more companies are focusing on a collaborative work environment. Workspaces that allow the employees to... Continue reading→
When Your Commercial Tenant Files for Bankruptcy
When a commercial tenant files for bankruptcy is not often a surprise to its landlord. Rent payments may arrive late,... Continue reading→
Office Decommissioning – The Overlooked Cost of Moving
Considering office decommissioning and relocation? Here’s a secret that no one ever tells you about moving – the bulk of... Continue reading→
How Drones and LiDAR Can Benefit Commercial Real Estate
Let’s explore using drones in commercial real estate applications. Drones have been around since the early 1900s when they were... Continue reading→
Additional Coverage for Green Buildings Owners & Tenants
Let’s explore insurance coverages for green buildings. So, you’ve decided to go green by buying or renting a LEED-certified building... Continue reading→
Improve ROI by Utilizing Office Space
How can you increase the return on your investment by utilizing office space? When a business makes an investment, they... Continue reading→
Title Insurance In Commercial Real Estate
What is the importance of title insurance in commercial real estate? Purchasing a commercial property for some can be both... Continue reading→
Top 5 Challenges of Commercial Industrial Solar Energy
Commercial Industrial Solar Energy is a great solution for many businesses. Many are taking advantage of commercial industrial solar energy... Continue reading→
A Shift in Office Design Trends
There has recently been a shift in commercial office design trends to incorporate more residential and hospitality elements. The office... Continue reading→
Commercial Real Estate Documents: Don’t Overlook The Fine Print
Commercial real estate documents are critical to all parties of a real estate transaction. If there’s ever a disagreement, the... Continue reading→
Attracting and Retaining Talent with Well-Designed Workplaces
Let’s explore attracting and retaining talent with Well-Designed Workplaces because at the end of the day: IT’S MORE THAN JUST... Continue reading→
Why a Reception Area is Important For Your Office
The reception area or waiting lobby plays an integral part of your office. It’s the first impression that an individual... Continue reading→
