Retail Space in Austin - Low Retail Vacancy & High Demand

Times are surely changing and there’s no place like Austin for retail. Driving across America, you may likely find some vacant retail strips or ghost towns with empty stores but definitely not in Austin! Austin is just the opposite of a typical US city, with a surprisingly lower retail vacancy since 2020. The capital of Texas now has the lowest retail vacancy rate for any city in the State of Texas and is also one of the lowest in the country.  Competition is fierce in major Retail Areas such as the Domain and other trendy shopping streets like South Congress, 2nd street Downtown, Burnet Rd, and East Austin. Properties command high rent and spaces have multiple businesses looking at each sight and competing with each other to be selected by the Landlord.

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Office Vacancy in the Texas Triangle

"Unlocking the Future of Texas Office Spaces: Where Innovation Meets Real Estate Revolution! 🚀 Dive into our latest blog post as we unveil the seismic shifts reshaping the commercial real estate horizon across the Lone Star State. From sky-high vacancy rates to ingenious strategies that redefine leasing dynamics, this article is your gateway to navigating the winds of change. Get ready to explore pickleball-powered spaces, 'hall select' customization and the art of crafting workplaces that inspire. If you're captivated by the fusion of innovation and real estate, this read is your compass to the future. 🏢

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The Texas Triangle Podcast Ep. 14: Office Leasing + Pickelball

Welcome to an exhilarating episode of The Texas Triangle, where we dive deep into the ever-evolving world of office spaces. Join our hosts as they explore innovative design concepts, community-building strategies, and the surprising connection between commercial real estate and the trendy sport of pickleball. Get ready for a journey that fuses work, creativity, and boundless possibilities!

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Tripe Net (NNN) Rent Explained

What is triple net rent or N-N-N? Triple net rent, or N-N-N rent, is a type of commercial lease agreement where the tenant is responsible for paying all the operating expenses of the property in addition to the Base Rent. The operating expenses include property taxes, insurance premiums, and maintenance fees. This means that the tenant is responsible for all the costs associated with the property’s operation and upkeep, and the landlord is only responsible for the structural components of the building. Triple net rent agreements are commonly used in commercial real estate leasing situations where landlords want to pass the property’s expenses on to tenants without having to manage those expenses themselves.

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Switch From Residential Agent to Commercial Agent

Are you considering a switch from Residential Real Estate Agent to Commercial Real Estate Agent? We are often asked this question, especially during an economic downturn. So our Founder DeLea Becker has compiled advice, tips, and tricks she has given out for over a decade to residential agents asking for transition advice.

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Celebrate MLK Day the Austin Way!

Once again, the Austin Area Heritage Council has organized the annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration and activities. The Annual Community March is a celebration of Dr. King and his legacy while promoting the importance of multiculturalism and diversity within Austin. This year’s celebration includes the march, the community festival, and a food drive.

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Austin Women Trailblazers

Bisnow is honoring Austin’s most influential trailblazers - Top-level women executives and industry powerhouses who influence the way commercial real estate is done in ATX. Read the article full of quotes by our Founder DeLea Becker : “Building The Plane While Flying It”: Women In Austin CRE Are Soaring

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