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Property owners should regularly evaluate whether to keep an asset or pass it on to the next owner. Talking it over with a commercial real estate expert allows you to know when to hold ‘em and know when to sell.

Being active and involved in community is one of the key aspects of Blue Zones, places in the world with the most people aged 100 or older. These areas were identified by Minneapolis local Dan Buettner (sparked from his travels while biking around the world) along with a team of researchers. Community involvement …

As a veteran and with Memorial Day approaching, it’s time to remind people of the meaning behind the day –– a solemn day of remembrance for American military personnel who died in active service. There are 13 families that are deep in it this year.

When it comes to the industrial outdoor storage, the Twin Cities and the national market align. It’s in high demand.

There are probably thousands of studies about the benefits of being part of a community out there. But one only has to BE part of a community (hopefully a positive one 😉) to know when you’re part of a group, you feel better mentally and physically. You may notice a burst of energy or the world looks a little brighter. Maybe you feel supported or it gives you a sense of purpose.

In the 80s and early 90s, the Warehouse District (known as North Loop today) was known for its underground scene and 19th and early 20th century brick warehouses. Besides artists, who were looking for cheap rent in repurposed warehouses (zoning violations? 😉), not many people lived in the neighborhood. But artists brought galleries, which attracted patrons followed by bars and restaurants.

Commercial Equities Group is happy to announce Max Giblin is joining the team as a brokerage intern. A student at Augsburg, Max plays college hockey so he understands about dreaming big and working hard to meet goals. I’ve been so impressed with his approach and work so far.

Commercial Equities Group recently got some great news! We were named a finalist for Brokerage Firm of the Year by Minnesota REJournals! In addition, Nicole Langer was recognized as a finalist for Most Significant Investment Sale Transaction in 2025 for her Maple Grove retail deal, The Woods!

Over my son’s spring break, Josie, Levi, and I went to Italy. Starting at Naples and working our way south, we had an amazing trip! I was so glad Levi had a chance to experience it. Of course, the food was amazing, and the historic sites were captivating. While Josie was into the art and history side of things, I kept marveling at the engineering and construction accomplishments of commercial structures that have lasted over 2,000 years.

A client reached out that’s ready to set up an office for the first time. We started the process with a conversation to identify their...

Brokers are experts in their field. That’s why you want them on your team. They have the resources, knowledge, connections, and...

Over the last two blogs, I talked about what to consider when looking for the right warehouse space for your investment portfolio or business. This week, I want to discuss five common warehouse issues. After 30 years in industrial, I’ve probably seen it all. 1. With the boom in industrial construction in the metro suburbs, the tight industrial warehouse and distribution market is easing…somewhat. However, those looking for spaces 10,000-12,000 SF still face challenges.

I was lucky to find a great mentor who encouraged me to get into the commercial real estate business. No doubt my career would look very...

If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that you never know what’s going to happen. So, it’s wise to have your money invested across a variety...