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Practical commercial real estate resources that include actionable guidance and tool recommendations, as well as expert interviews and insights curated to serve the needs of professionals looking for how to best navigate the industry and how to best develop their real estate marketing skills.

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Office Building of the Week: Merchandise Mart, Chicago

Located at the junction of the Chicago River’s two main branches, Merchandise Mart has been one of the most iconic buildings on the Windy City skyline since its…

Company Spotlight

Company Spotlight: Brookfield Office Properties

Brookfield Office Properties now has one of the biggest footprints in Manhattan, operating more than 23 million square feet of space, and another two million square feet under construction.

Where Can You Find Coworking Spaces Online?

When in search of a coworking hub where you can base yourself and let your creativity flow freely as you advance your business, it is crucial to find…

What Are Smart Cities? Some Facts and Examples

Smart cities incorporate the internet of things and smart tech throughout their structure, to improve the overall quality of life and business. Check out what makes a city “smart” and which U.S. cities are already doing it right.

CBRE Report: What Are the Property Value Implications of Flexible Space?

What are the property value implications of flexible office space for today’s U.S. market? A recent report has revealed several key insights regarding today’s dynamic marketplace, where corporate…

How Space As A Service Is Transforming The Commercial Real Estate Industry

The coworking office model is addressing flexibility needs of the white-collar office sector that are long overdue. In doing so, coworking is also reshaping the CRE industry as a whole. Check out how:

Company Spotlight

Company Spotlight: Sterling Bay

Today’s article shines light on one of the leading real estate investment firms in Chicago, namely Sterling Bay Companies LLC. The corporation is based in Windy City and…

Opportunity Zones: What They Are, How They Work, And How To Invest

What are the differences between a 1031 tax-deferred exchange and an Opportunity Fund investment? How To Use Opportunity Zones To Defer And Exclude Capital Gains Tax? Where To Find Qualified Opportunity Zones? We provide the answer to this, and more!

Zoning Laws: A Practical Guide To Understanding What You Can And Can’t Do

Check out our basic guide to zoning: types of zoning, zoning compatibility, allowances and limitations, rezoning or favorable zoning application process, and more.

Office Building of The Week: Wrigley Building, Chicago

The twin towers of the landmark Wrigley Building, constructed by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. as the company headquarters, are the gateway to the magnificent mile. Check out more about this week’s selected office building.