Spotlights

The 8 key items that come into consideration when pricing insurance for a real estate portfolio

Most prudent business owners look to see where they can save money. Real estate owners are no different. There are hundreds of insurance ag...

What is one of the only things you can not get a comprehensive list of online?

Come on - you are in the business if you are reading this! You know. A list of the kind of commercial property you are looking for! You nee...

A commercial mortgage broker can bring value to a transaction by maximizing the loan dollars

With the range of lending sources available today to the real estate developer and owner, the question is always asked, why use the services...

2009 Mass. multi-family market has increase in average price, but decrease in transactions

For the first two quarters of 2009 the Massachusetts multi-family market has seen a 44% decrease in transactions, however a 14% increase in ...

Owners and developers can benefit from creative application of services to solve business issues

Design professionals search for creative ways to solve design problems for their clients. In these trying times, however, clients need more ...

The current shifting lending landscape: Deals and opportunities are still out there

Saying the commercial real estate market is in a state of turmoil is an understatement. Workouts, foreclosures and bankruptcy filings are al...

You can create wealth and build a bright future by acquiring solid real estate investments at auction

We are officially past the midyear mark and every indication is that real estate auctions will continue to flourish into 2010. Conflicting e...

Boston is faring better than much of the rest of the nation, where CBD rates are well above 10%

The Boston office market vacancy rate rose to 13.3% at the end of the second quarter of 2009 due to a combination of an increase in direct s...

Trumbull taking proactive approach to helping existing businesses and commercial property owners

There's a buzz about Trumbull, Connecticut. Even amidst obvious economic challenges, one can sense a spirit of optimism and unity in the com...

Risk/reward ratio: How much can you stand, and how much do you need?

What is your appetite for risk? How much reward do you think you need? What chances are you willing to take? These are the kinds of question...