Why Childcare Matters to the Real Estate Industry
In commercial real estate, understanding the broader economic landscape is key to making informed decisions. Recently, I came across a compelling piece that underscores the importance of supporting working parents—a group that constitutes over 90% of the U.S. workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is crucial context for our industry because workforce … Continued
Read moreSecret sauce: How social media can position you — and your business — as an expert
If you are not telling your company’s story on social media, you are missing a prime opportunity to get your message out on your terms. While sending out a brochure can target one person — with no guarantee that person will even see it, let alone respond to it — sharing your message via social … Continued
Read moreJoe Barna Wins Lifetime Achievement Award at NAIOP
On May 8th, NAIOP Northern Ohio honored Joe Barna, co-founder of CRESCO Real Estate, with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to Cleveland’s Commercial Real Estate Industry. Joe is Cleveland real estate. Starting his career selling for Xerox, Joe wore down the shoe leather, prospecting the hardest way. He didn’t send emails or post on LinkedIn. He … Continued
Read moreLights, Camera, Transaction: How Film Production Can Bolster the Economy
Cleveland, a city celebrated for its industrial roots and a dynamic music scene, is again making a quiet name for itself in the film industry. Adding to the excitement is the buzz around Superman: Legacy, rumored to be filming in Cleveland this summer. This holds special significance as Superman, a cultural icon, was created right … Continued
Read moreBusinesses, developers may find significant opportunity west of Cleveland
Real estate conditions, broadly, on the west side of Greater Cleveland can be characterized as opportunistic, says Brian Smith, Vice President at Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate. “The West Side provides certain things that you can’t get on the other side of town,” Smith says. “There’s better access to the highway systems and … Continued
Read morePlug in: Tight industrial market makes being connected critical for buyers, tenants
The industrial property vacancy rate in Northeast Ohio at a historically low 2.5 percent. The cost of capital as well as a lack of new inventory coming online has made for a frustrating time for those needing new property to expand their business. Though Northeast Ohio is a market that typically gets a lot of … Continued
Read moreWhy 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
Read moreCleveland’s Rail Revolution: A Catalyst for Urban Transformation
The potential expansion of rail service through Cleveland is a development that’s not receiving its due recognition. Recently, four Ohio rail routes were chosen for passenger service expansion, with funding allocated for construction plans. This is a pivotal moment for our city. Currently, Cleveland’s passenger rail service is lackluster, offering limited, infrequent, and inconvenient east-west travel. But … Continued
Read moreThree 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
Read moreIndustrial real estate’s continued tightness challenges buyers and tenants
The industrial real estate market is currently thriving and stands as one of the most robust sectors within the commercial real estate industry. “There is widespread demand and historically low vacancy across the country,” says Maureen Anter-Ressler, a Senior Associate at Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate. “And because of those two factors, both the … Continued
Read moreCushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate Opens Downtown Office in Cleveland’s Iconic Halle Building
At Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate, we strongly believe in practicing what we preach. That’s why opening a downtown office is a natural progression for us. Our new office in the renowned Halle Building on Euclid Avenue offers 5,000 square feet of prime, high-profile space, opening June 15th, 2023 The decision to choose … Continued
Read moreThe 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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