Market Insights
From major acquisitions and new developments to shifting trends and standout deals, we bring you fresh updates, local stories, and expert takes on the commercial real estate moves shaping our region. Whether you’re tracking the latest transactions or just curious about what’s next, we’ll keep you in the loop with news that’s timely, relevant, and easy to digest.
Interesting piece in the Hartford Business Journal yesterday (see below). A report stating that the Fed believes the Hartford Industrial market lags other property sectors. Well, that’s saying something! You mean to tell me that the industrial sector lags the retail sector? Maybe that’s what the numbers say but I can’t imagine that this is the […]
Transaction activity remains a bit groggy at this point. The good news is that it appears that showing activity is picking up a bit. The real good news is that corporate facilities planning/analysis is active. Might mean good things to come! See attached February 2010 Market Sales & Leases Report: Market Sales & Leases – February 2010 […]
It’s that time of year! New assessments are on their way. And yes, towns are looking for revenue! Not every assessment is created equally, so it is wise to take a look at your new assessment and make sure it checks out! Even if you are a tenant! Actually, ESPECIALLY if you are a tenant. Many […]
We have updated our website at Sentry Commercial. Not only its look…but its features too! It’s our attempt to develop a website that helps YOU…not just one that tells YOU about US! Market News and Sale/Lease data to keep YOU up to speed with the ever changing Southern New England marketplace. We want the site to be […]
We hear a lot about manufacturing jobs leaving the U.S. in droves. And while this might be the case, this article from Area Development magazine (www.areadevelopment .com) offers a compelling case for jobs coming back to the U.S.! Diminishing appeal in China (no longer those 30-50% savings), long supply chains etc. etc. etc. Take a […]
CoStar Group, in its Year End 2009 Industrial Review, predicts the end of negatve absorption in the industrial sector. Couldn’t agree more with the prediction (per my previous blog post) just worried about how long it will take to absorb what’s on the market. That said, this is good news! Take a look: http://www.costar.com/News/Article.aspx?id=3C0803868E6B292E543549E07D5083C4 Keep smiling! […]