Why Speaking With A Property Manager Should Be A Part Of Any Investor’s Due Diligence
The current economic climate can be difficult for investors to navigate. With soaring inflation, interest rates rising and the stock market changing day to day, many investors are wondering where they can find a stable place to put their money. For some, the smart choice may be to invest in commercial real estate, historically a hedge against inflation. But while it […]
Caton Completes The Retail Leasing of Central Park Place in Downtown Naperville
Illinois-based Caton Commercial Real Estate Group has announced the completion of the retail leasing of Central Park Place in downtown Naperville. Gia Mia, a pizza bar chain specializing in chef-driven, farm-to-fork food concepts, has leased the historic Old Nichols Library that anchors the four-story development. The 4,433-square-foot space features soaring 18-foot ceilings, a restored fireplace, and a […]
The Changing Landscape of Office Utilization
As the new year approaches and we are again looking to put another complicated year behind us, landlords and tenants are looking for ways to entice employees back into the workplace. Open spaces, tall ceilings, large windows, and updated ventilation systems are among the top requests from workers looking to venture back into the office. […]
The Proptech Revolution
Now more than ever commercial property tenants have raised their expectations around the technology provided by property owners and managers. The COVID-19 pandemic has propelled proptech into the forefront for many building owners, and those that aren’t getting on board with this trend may be missing an opportunity to appeal to wider array of tenants. […]
Why Hiring a Management Company is Key to Investment Property Success
Far from being a “hands-off” investment, income-producing properties require constant attention to both maintain and increase their value. A property manager’s focus is on achieving ownership’s goals and maximizing the property’s return. By taking on day-to-day tasks such as rent collection, tenant relations, property maintenance, reporting, and even leasing, property managers can be a valuable […]
Property Management: A Property Owner’s Partner
The property owner and property manager are partners in maximizing the return on investment of a property. The management company acts in the best interests of the owner to maintain the property, keep it occupied with quality tenants, collect rents, budget improvements and maintain records. Marketing and Financial Commercial and residential property management involves an […]
How To Improve An Investment Property’s Profitability With Property Management
Property owners invest in real estate for profit. With effective property management, owners can earn a good return from one property or from a portfolio of properties. However, a certain property may have been acquired for an upgrade, to produce income later, or intended for future sale for a capital gain. Either way, the investment must […]
Why You Should Hire A Property Manager BEFORE You Invest
Why You Should Hire A Property Manager While Investing – Caton Commercial The usual way that a property management company comes on the scene is when the owner of a building makes a contact. Often the owner has just acquired the property through purchase or exchange, then looks for a manager. Any questions about Property Management, contact Caton […]
Caton Property Management Tenant COVID-19 Resources
Covid-19 Relief Information & Resources As the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Caton wants to provide you with all potential resources you can access for relief or pertinent information at this time. We are here to assist you in navigating this new business climate. Please find the following links for your convenience: […]
Is Your Commercial Building Secure?
The problem of security is a major concern of owners or managers of office buildings or other commercial properties. There are many things to check both inside and outside of a property. Particular attention must be given to the perimeter of the property, as this is where an intruder will make the first contact. For example, an office […]