What is an Opportunity Zone and How Do They Work?
Opportunity Zones have been gaining attention in the world of commercial real estate. As a commercial real estate investor, there are many aspects of Commercial Opportunity Zones to be aware of as you move forward. Here is what you need to know about the options available through this program that may enable you to substantially […]
Amy Hall Among Initial Recipients of Prestigious ICSC CRRP Credential
Amy Hall, COO at Caton Commercial is among the first to receive ICSC’s new Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP) credential. As the retail industry continues to grow and transform, professionals are expected to develop a broader body of knowledge and perspective to be successful. The inclusive and broad nature of the ICSC CRRP credential demonstrates a […]
Is There a Benefit to Using Commercial Tenant Representation?
Is There a Benefit to Using Commercial Tenant Representation? Trying to find a space to lease can be really tough. Finding the perfect space to lease can be close to impossible. While you might think this is something that only you, as the business owner, can do, it could be worth asking yourself, “Is there a benefit […]
Founder of Bulldog Ale House To Open New Restaurant Concept
Matt Ahmeti, founder and owner of Bulldog Ale House, currently operating at 11 Chicagoland locations, has leased a 7,500 SF standalone building for a new restaurant concept. Unlike Bulldog Ale House, with its focus on rotating craft beer selections, the new restaurant will have a menu based around wine pairings. Steve Caton, CCIM, CIPS and Nick O’Donnell […]
Molly’s Cupcakes Opens to Wild Success in Downtown Naperville
Molly’s Cupcakes opened to wild success on Monday, January 21st, selling out in hours. Christina Caton Kitchel facilitated the deal to bring Molly’s to downtown Naperville. The much anticipated opening of the store located at 30 W. Jefferson lead to 1,000 cupcakes selling out within two hours of their opening. Molly’s plans to increase its cupcake supply to meet the […]
Ins and Outs of Commercial Leasing
Ins and Outs of Commercial Leasing Leasing commercial space can be time-consuming, frustrating, and exciting all at the same time, no matter if you are the tenant or the landlord. Learning more about the ins and outs of commercial leasing can better prepare you for the road ahead. If you’re a pro at leasing business space, […]
Velkme Receives NAR National Commercial Award
We are excited to announce that Andy Velkme, Caton Commercial Real Estate Group’s Senior Vice President, has received the NAR National Commercial Award for 2018. This exclusive award, presented by the National Association of Realtors, was given to 79 realtors nationwide this year, and Velkme is one of only 522 to have received the award over […]
Cousins Subs First Chicago Location Opens in the Loop
Caton Commercial brokers, Brian Blackmore and Nick O’Donnell, represented Cousins Subs franchisees Dr. Amit and Kalpesh Patel of OM Group in the lease of their first Chicago location. The 2,600 SF location at 120 W. Madison Street in the Loop is now open for business. Cousins Subs has plans to continue its expansion with 40 locations in Chicago and […]
Shoot Point Blank coming to Shorewood
Shoot Point Blank Shorewood is coming soon! Bill Caton, Owner and Managing Broker, of Caton Commercial Real Estate Group sold 4.17 acres at 19747 NE Frontage Rd in Shorewood to HGR Development LLC. The developer plans to open Shoot Point Blank a retail store and shooting range that started in Cincinnati, Ohio but now has multiple locations […]
$1.14B Investment in Co-Living Facilities with U.S. Expansion Plans
German property firms, Medici Living and Corestate Capital Holding SA, plan to invest $1.14 billion to develop their co-living facilities across Europe and the United States. Young professionals that were priced out of major city housing markets are driving the demand for the co-living concept where tiny apartments are grouped around shared facilities such as […]