Lab Space Demand Attracts Commercial Investors to Boston Metro
When most people think of commercial real estate investment in the Boston Metro, the categories of office, retail, multi-family and industrial easily come to mind. Yet one of our strongest commercial sectors is a growing niche: lab space. According to the Boston...
As Work Hours Lengthen, Office Amenities Become More Important
The 40-hour work week isn't what it used to be! According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 59% of employees believe the traditional 9-to-5 work day is a thing of the past. 49% of employees check business emails after they leave work. Another 45% percent of employees...
August Events in the Boston Metro Area
Summer might be winding down, but the fun in the Boston Metro area is still going strong! Don’t miss the unique attractions and festivals happening throughout the month! We've picked a few events to share with you: Boston Metro Area August 2016 Events Aug 6: The Back...
Pros and Cons of Business Startup in the Boston Metro
The State of Massachusetts is home to over 615,000 small businesses, and Boston is home to about 40,000 of them. Small businesses in Boston account for $15 billion in annual revenue, and approximately 170,000 jobs! If you are thinking of joining the ranks of small...
Why your Boston Metro start-up should have its own office space
Free public Wi-Fi and shared office locations make it easy to do business just about anywhere in the Boston Metro. But there are good reasons to put down roots and have your own dedicated office space. Here are some compelling points from Entreprenuer magazine, along...
Positive Conditions for Boston Metro Commercial Landlords
A recent article in National Real Estate Investor reports that the U.S. office vacancy rate has dropped below 16%, according to data from REIS, Inc. Nationwide, office vacancies have declined by 10 basis points from the first quarter, and now represent the lowest...
Brexit Could Boost Boston Metro Commercial Real Estate
The United Kingdom's exit from the European Union could be a boon for Boston Metro commercial real estate, according to the Boston Globe, the Boston Business Journal and National Real Estate Investor. While global financial markets were roiled by "Brexit", the...
July 2016 Events in the Boston Metro!
July brings us plenty of special events in the Boston Metro area! Begin the month by celebrating Boston’s role in American history with re-enactments and tours. Then enjoy our spectacular Independence Day events, followed by special festivals throughout the month....
Millennials Branch Out to Boston Metro Suburbs
Millennials are bringing new vitality to Boston Metro suburbs and neighboring cities, according to bisnow.com. And since Millennials have influenced Boston’s urban neighborhoods, analysts expect that future suburban developments will be shaped by Generation Y. For...
What’s Really Important to Boston Metro Employees?
Competing for workforce talent in the Boston Metro can be daunting. Companies like Hubspot, TripAdvisor, Wayfair and iRobot call the Boston Metro home, with lavish offices and on-site perks that rival anything in Silicon Valley. But does your company need a...