Colleges are Cashing in On Real Estate: Here’s How

December 10, 2019December 10, 2019 Amy Karnescollege, college market, commercial real estate, community, CRE, profits, real estate, university real estate, wealth0 comment

We all know that real estate is a prosperous industry. Its profit-boosting powers have been catching the eyes of a new demographic. Can you guess who? If universities came to mind, then you’re right on the ball. Colleges have been heavily investing in their surrounding communities for a while, and they’ve been reaping the rewards. Universities are now playing a far more active role in their local commercial markets. Let’s take a look at how colleges are using commercial real estate to increase their profits. Expanding the Campus Grounds Today’s…

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November Transactions

December 3, 2019December 3, 2019 Amy Karnescommercial real estate, industrial, land, lease, leased, multi-family, office, properties, retail, sale, sold0 comment

NAI Ohio Equities closed on over 30 properties during the month of November. We signed 5 lease renewals during the month, along with 20 new leases. Our Sheeran Semon team and Office Brokerage Group also closed on some larger industrial, retail and office buildings. Congrats to all on the sales and leases during the month of November!

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Investors: Pay Attention to Opportunity Zones Before the End of 2019

November 26, 2019November 26, 2019 Amy Karnescolumbus, commercial real estate, deadlines, ohio, opportunity zones0 comment

The clock is ticking for opportunity zone investment. Are you prepared? As 2019 comes to a close, investors will need to play their cards right regarding opportunity zones. The coming months will be vital to the development of the country’s opportunity zone program. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening with OZs and some tips to help investors stay on their A-Game. Off to a Slow Beginning When 2019 started, investors were taking their time. There was a lot of speculation within the industry as to how opportunity zones would play…

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6 Must-Read Books on Real Estate Investing

November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 Amy Karnesassets, books, commercial property, commercial real estate, investing, reading, real estate investment0 comment

Investors, need to restock your CRE library? Whether you’re looking to get expert advice, learn something from the pros, or pick up a few new strategies; investors can’t go wrong with a great read. Here’s a list of the 6 best books on real estate investing: 1. Mastering the Art of Commercial Real Estate: How to Successfully Build Wealth and Grow Passive Income from Your Rental Properties by Doug Marshall In his popular book, Doug Marshall masterfully outlines the commercial investment process. Marshall shows readers the ropes and even shares…

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October Transactions

November 1, 2019November 5, 2019 Amy Karnescommercial real estate, industrial, just leased, just sold, land, office, retail, transactions0 comment

NAI Ohio Equities closed on over 20 properties during the month of October. One of our larger sales included the sale of an industrial building in Grandview Heights, which was an all in-house deal with John Mally, Conor David, and our Office Brokerage Group. Congrats to all on the sales and leases during the month of October!

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Is Your Business Ready to Own its Real Estate?

October 29, 2019October 29, 2019 Amy Karnesbusiness, buying, commercial real estate, cons, leasing, new office, office space0 comment

While there is a huge, growing trend toward being able to work remotely, it comes as no surprise that the majority of businesses today still operate out of some form of commercial space, whether that be a factory, office, or retail storefront (or some combination of these). If you are in the market to launch a new business, or even if you are just thinking of expanding or altering your existing business, one of the first steps you will need to take is in deciding how to finance your commercial…

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4 Most Asked For Office Amenities on Trend for 2020

October 15, 2019October 15, 2019 Amy Karnesamenities, commercial real estate, common spaces, CRE, experience, office, office design, office lease, office trends0 comment

In today’s business climate, office design has never played a more important role in the success of a business than it does now. As each year passes, more and new technologies are added and new trends are adopted all around the world, which can make it difficult to keep up. However, it also leads to new and exciting opportunities and experimentation for office design each year, and 2020 looks to be no exception. Expect to see trends that exploit office optimization as we move forward into 2020 — and beyond.…

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September Transactions

October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 Amy Karnescommercial real estate, CRE, industrial, office, property management, retail, transactions0 comment

NAI Ohio Equities closed on over 28 properties during the month of September. Some of our larger sales included the sale of an industrial building in Lewis Center, which was an in-house deal with our Industrial Property Team and the Sheeran Semon Team. Congrats to all on the sales and leases during the month of September!

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4 Trends in the Medical Office Space We’re Watching in Q3 2019

September 24, 2019September 24, 2019 Amy Karnes0 comment

2019 has been a busy year for the medical industry. As CRE continues to evolve, the medical office space is also going through its own transformation. In efforts to enhance availability and boost efficiency, the healthcare sector is transitioning into a new area of the commercial scene. Contemporary tenants, landlords, and developers are all racing to keep up with today’s changing consumer needs; and as a result, the medical office space is being revamped. Let’s take a look at where the medical office market is today, and what trends to…

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August Transactions

September 3, 2019September 3, 2019 Amy Karnescommercial real estate, downtown, dublin, industrial, land, multi-family, office, office building, transactions0 comment

NAI Ohio Equities closed on over 20 properties during the month of August. Some of our larger sales included the sale of an office building in Dublin and retail space in the Harrison West neighborhood, close to downtown Columbus. Congrats to all on the sales and leases during the month of August!