Coronavirus

Tech Tenants Likely to Shed Significant Office Space: Savills

A survey of 250 companies found that a majority of respondents expect to dispose of at least some portion of their office space in the next 12 to 18 months.

Adopting the Proworking Approach in 2020

“It’s clear that the need for dedicated office space isn’t going anywhere,” Firmspace CEO Anish Michael told CPE. Here’s how his coworking company is balancing flexibility and safety with privacy.

Return to the Office Tied to Schools Reopening in JLL Report

Despite improvement in some aspects of the employment picture, job losses rose by 400,000 and a significant number of women left the workforce.

CMBS Special Servicing Rates Surge: Trepp

Retail- and hospitality-secured CMBS hit record-high levels in September.

How COVID-19 Has Altered the Lending Process: Q&A

Lenders are definitely showing a preference for certain asset classes, say Black Bear Capital Partners Principals Matthew Stearns and Scott Modelski.

CRE Transaction Activity Picks Up, NAIOP Reports

Deals and rent collections are seeing month-over-month improvements, though the tough times are not over, according to the latest results of the association’s coronavirus impact survey.

Woman working from home during coronavirus pandemic

Women in Green Building Struggle With Pandemic Impacts: USGBC

A majority of the women surveyed by the U.S. Green Building Council said there have been setbacks in gender equity in their offices since the outbreak of the virus.

Ed Muna, President, National Lease Advisors. Image courtesy of National Lease Advisors

Lending a Hand to Small, Midsize Businesses: Q&A

Ed Muna talks about the reasons behind founding National Lease Advisors and the tailored business model companies can benefit from.

White House Delays Stimulus Talks Past Election Day

The President also expressed support for an additional round of one-off $1,200 checks and new allocations for small businesses and the airline industry.

Risk

What to Watch for in Tenant Risk

Brad Tisdahl, founder & CEO of specialty consulting firm Tenant Risk Assessment, on how to evaluate the financial viability of prospective commercial tenants in the current economic climate.