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As we all try to adjust to the ever-changing “new normal,” it seems that some pandemic-era office changes will stick around long after COVID has left headlines. Some of these slow moving culture shifts have been stirred up by the present labor shortage. Working in parallel, the “Great Resignation” has transformed many of these office […]

Investing in commercial real estate is a great strategy to earn some extra income. But the road from first-time investor to CRE guru has some twists and turns. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge on your first investment property, here are 5 things to consider.  Have a long-term plan Getting started with your first […]

For scores of small businesses in our community, the pandemic has forced owners and managers to be more flexible, creative and determined than ever before. For Peak Performance, a physical therapy practice based in the Greater Lansing area, these attributes alongside some strategic partnerships have helped the practice not only survive the last two years, […]

Winters in Michigan can be harsh, and if properties aren’t properly winterized, water damage from frozen or burst pipes can cost you tens of thousands of dollars.  “We encourage all of our property owners to start the winterization process sooner rather than later,” says Eric Chagnon, Business Operations Manager at NAI Mid-Michigan. “All it takes […]

In today’s hyper-competitive real estate market, finding quality commercial real estate listings can be a challenge. While there are many digital tools available, it’s not as easy as a simple Google search. You want to make sure you’re getting the best insight into the properties available in your market. And we know you don’t have […]

Thanks to growing vaccination rates and falling case counts nationwide, people are finally daring to dream about life in a post-COVID world. For many business owners, office managers and employees, that means making key decisions about what a transition back to the office looks like. Then COVID-19 pandemic challenged our assumptions about productivity, what we […]

Whether you’re looking to start up a brand new business or your tried-and-true venture is just looking for a space upgrade, the choice between buying or building a commercial space can be a challenging one — especially in today’s market. There are many factors to consider, including your business’ unique needs, what’s available in your […]

In today’s tough marketplace, gaining a competitive edge comes down to the little things. Whether you’re looking to draw in new customers or looking to attract high quality tenants to rent your commercial space, there are a few low cost upgrades you can do to boost the curb appeal. #1 Throw up a fresh coat […]

While it’s impossible to know exactly what will happen in today’s unpredictable market, the pandemic and its aftermath will continue to change the way we live, work and move around. This presents new challenges for commercial businesses, local governments and urban planners—how do you leverage a changing downtown commercial landscape to create a brighter future […]