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The Office Market Is Changing …Are You Ready?

The office market in Northeast Ohio is in motion. Companies are re-committing to the workplace and signing long-term leases, even as ownership transitions and debt maturities reshape how buildings are held and operated. Yes, foreclosures are happening – think of the Oswald Center (1100 Superior), the Rockefeller Building, and likely others. But it’s not just Cleveland … Continued

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Isabel DeRoberts is BACK IN BUSINESS – and She Means It!

Isabel DeRoberts has reentered the commercial real estate scene with purpose, passion, and a perspective that’s impossible to ignore. As a woman in a historically male-dominated industry, Isabel brings more than just experience. She brings edge, strategy, and authenticity. With a sharp mind for deals and a deep-rooted understanding of how to position properties for maximum … Continued

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Behind the Scenes of Playhouse Square Real Estate

In March 2020, as the world paused, CRESCO Real Estate took its first steps into the Playhouse Square District, partnering with one of Cleveland’s most iconic neighborhoods. Led by Connor Redman and Alex L. Russo, SIOR, the team secured office listings at a time when most were scaling back. What began as a leap of faith … Continued

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February’s Office Sector: Vacancy to Vibrancy in 2025

As federal employees return to in-person work, the office market is at a pivotal turning point. This shift isn’t just a political conversation—it’s a real estate reality. With some of the nation’s largest employers leading the charge back to physical offices, the question is: Is your office space ready for this new era? The transition … Continued

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Why Is My Office So Cold?

Ever feel like your office is on the front lines of a never-ending thermostat war? Some like it hot, some like it cold, but getting it “just right” seems like a re-write of Goldilocks at the office. At CRESCO, we’re not just bystanders; we’re in the trenches with you, navigating the quirks of various office … Continued

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Three Surprises from Our Office Move

After nearly 20 years in the same spot, it was time for a fresh start. The way we engage with our clients and each other has changed. We have a heavy reliance on tech, while encouraging in person interaction (we’re in the office a lot). We knew moving would be a heavy lift. Whether office, … Continued

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The Right Fit: How Organizations Big and Small Are Leveraging Co-working Spaces

Co-working spaces are becoming increasingly popular as businesses large and small leverage the flexibility they provide. The arrangement allows organizations or individuals to lease either an individual office or workstation and share amenities such as conference rooms, lounge areas and more, splitting the costs with other tenants. It offers privacy for those looking to put … Continued

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Broker Spotlight: Bill Stevens

Broker Spotlight: Bill Stevens For broker Bill Stevens, it is all about Cleveland. As the city’s self-proclaimed “biggest cheerleader,” joining Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate just made sense. “I’m the biggest cheerleader there is for Cleveland, my siblings are sick of hearing about what came from Cleveland, and who was born in Cleveland…” … Continued

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Finding Office Space in Cleveland – What Works for You?

The office of the past, if you go back far enough, was fraught with inefficiency. Information had to be chiseled on stone tablets and awkwardly carried from place to place. Asking for revisions was a big hairy deal. “Hey, it’s not like this is all carved in stone!” was not a thing you could say. But by the … Continued

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Broker Spotlight: Maureen Anter-Ressler

For Maureen Anter-Ressler, past business experience and an entrepreneurial family history are the perfect combination for success in the real estate industry.  Since joining Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO as Senior Associate in January 2022, Maureen has focused on industrial real estate, representing buyers, tenants, owners and landlords. She also is involved with the owner-occupied … Continued

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Broker Spotlight: Alex Smith

For Senior Associate Alex Smith, a lifelong Clevelander, working in his hometown at Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO is a dream come true.  “What’s most important to me — and the big reason I got into the industry out of college — was that I really wanted to come back to my hometown and be … Continued

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Broker Spotlight: Ryan Fisher

For Ryan Fisher, building relationships is one of the most rewarding parts of being a retail broker. That’s a key reason why he joined Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO as senior vice president, overseeing the retail group, in January of 2022. “I’m looking forward to growing the group with these existing relationships and expanding on … Continued

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