Category: Spotlight Content

Is this the peak? Appraisers have never been  busier and can’t keep up with the volume - by Maria Hopkins

Is this the peak? Appraisers have never been busier and can’t keep up with the volume - by Maria ...

March 26, 2021
Chasing and capturing the peak of the market is always difficult and everyone wants to accomplish it. It certainly feels like we are close to the peak but we thought that to be true last year. As long as interest rates stay low,
COVID-19 has brought about innovation and  improvement in design, but not without challenges - by David O'Sullivan

COVID-19 has brought about innovation and improvement in design, but not without challenges - by Da...

March 26, 2021
The feeling on spring is in the air. Finally after what seems like a long winter we see the weather improve. Looking back, our winter weather has not been too bad as New England winters go. We had no long stretches of sub-zero weather
Tenant entitled to rent abatement during shut down - by Christopher Kenney

Tenant entitled to rent abatement during shut down - by Christopher Kenney

March 26, 2021
During the COVID-19 pandemic, governor Baker issued orders prohibiting certain business operations in the Commonwealth. Consequently, commercial tenants unable to operate in their leased premises have asserted
Commercial real estate education  and advancement... Who’s next? - by Brett Pelletier

Commercial real estate education and advancement... Who’s next? - by Brett Pelletier

March 26, 2021
When I was an undergrad, about 20 years ago, I was lucky enough to experience a pretty robust set of real estate courses. There was no department, no program, no major or minor, but there were four or five courses across finance, law,
For delivery, transportation, and warehousing  the future couldn’t be better - by David Skinner

For delivery, transportation, and warehousing the future couldn’t be better - by David Skinner

March 26, 2021
Here’s a question for you: are we in the middle of a boom cycle, or a bust cycle? I guess it depends on who you are talking to. For retail, office, and recreation spaces, the future is uncertain. For delivery, transportation, and warehousing
Malone Commercial Brokers named agent  for 300 Fore St. - 55,118 s/f Portland office building

Malone Commercial Brokers named agent for 300 Fore St. - 55,118 s/f Portland office building

March 26, 2021
Portland, ME 300 Fore St. is near the city’s waterfront, business and government districts.     Built in 2007, this modern office building is part of the Old Port landscape. The Old Port, known for its
Spring 2021 N.H. Seacoast market  report - by Caitlin Burke

Spring 2021 N.H. Seacoast market report - by Caitlin Burke

March 26, 2021
In the past month, an optimistic undertone is starting to creep into conversations with clients, family, and friends. The usual anticipation of spring has a whole new meaning this year when coupled with the vaccination
With the wide availability of the vaccine, the  days of wine and roses are on the summer horizon - by Dennis Serpone

With the wide availability of the vaccine, the days of wine and roses are on the summer horizon - b...

March 26, 2021
There’s no question that there’s a sense of euphoria in the food and beverage industries of New England. From full-service dinner houses to fast food, and from the local taverns to the myriad of craft beer
Pandemic has diverse impact on state’s CRE sectors - by Pete Hayes, Steve Flachbart, & Matt Fair

Pandemic has diverse impact on state’s CRE sectors - by Pete Hayes, Steve Flachbart, & Matt Fair

March 26, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic has had a varying impact on different commercial real estate sectors throughout the country, which has been true for Rhode Island as well. Several areas have had strong market performance over the past
Recently approved industrial facilities infrastructure bond measure will hopefully lead to increase in construction of new industrial buildings - by Julie Freshman & George Paskalis

Recently approved industrial facilities infrastructure bond measure will hopefully lead to increase ...

March 26, 2021
The demand for industrial space seems to have increased, with supply even more limited than at the end of 2020. Vacancy rates in Rhode Island’s market are at historic lows in the 1% - 2% range for “modern” industrial space.
2021 Women in Construction: Sue Bailey, LEED AP Assistant Project Manager, Connolly Brothers

2021 Women in Construction: Sue Bailey, LEED AP Assistant Project Manager, Connolly Brothers

March 26, 2021
Why should women consider a career in construction? Over the years, I’ve seen more women entering the construction industry. For those who might hesitate, I can tell you that for me the challenges
2021 Women in Construction: Nina O’Brien, Service Administrator, Tecta America New England

2021 Women in Construction: Nina O’Brien, Service Administrator, Tecta America New England

March 26, 2021
Why should women consider a career in construction? Women in the industry are becoming more and more common these days. I think it’s important to show how valuable we can be and what we can bring to the table. You can’t make it to the top without starting somewhere.