Few would argue the underlying value of getting more by using less. It runs along the same line as the old saying; waste not, want not. But, is it really something for you as an owner to definitive action on? We think the answer is yes. In this post, we focus on the environmental (planet) and economic (profits) aspects of sustainability as they relate to your ownership of commercial office property.

In the past two months, the US Federal Reserve Bank lowered its benchmark Fed Funds Rate in an attempt to reinvigorate the US economy, which has been feeling the impact of sluggish global GDP growth. Major economies around the world have slowed, including China, India and the entire European Union. But how does this affect commercial property owners?

The term Retail Apocalypse is quite a workout in the media these days. It refers to the fallout from recent changes in the buying behavior of retail consumers. But, apocalypse might not be a fair way to describe current retail trends. In this post, we take a closer look at what’s going on in the retail sector and what it could mean to consumer behavior here in Orange County.

Top line revenue growth is important, but the bottom line is the truest measure of success whether you are a manufacturer or the owner of an office building. The most successful business and property owners are constantly looking for ways to leverage all the resources at their disposal to send as many pennies from each dollar of revenue to that coveted bottom line.

While numerous attempts have been made through the years to repeal or amend the landmark constitutional amendment championed by Howard Jarvis, this is the first attempt to modify the underpinnings of Proposition 13 via a statewide vote. While the proposal for additional funding to school districts, community colleges and local governments is still scheduled for that vote, it has recently come under intense scrutiny throughout the state and recent polls have indicated that passage could prove difficult.

Providing a quality workspace experience for your tenants is a key component of maximizing the return on your office building investment. Given the strong demand for space and the limited amount of new construction confined to expensive Class A space, most small business owners are looking for real value when searching for a new location.

The economic dust-up is primarily focused on intangible versus tangible assets. Trades in commodities futures, stocks and bonds happen at the speed of light with a tap of the enter key on a computer these days, and the vast majority of trades in these markets are executed by computer algorithms designed by super-smart “quants” employed by institutional investors.

Net Operating Income (NOI) is the Holy Grail of real estate metrics. It establishes value and determines borrowing power, among other things. Protecting and enhancing NOI is what the game of property ownership is all about. Depending on the type of lease and product category, property owners are able to pass along some or all of the cost for property taxes during a lease. This ability is going to become even more important if this proposition passes.

For over 40 years all California property owners have enjoyed the protection of Proposition 13, the landmark law that limits annual property tax increases. However, state and local government officials, along with advocacy groups promoting more government programs, have not shared that fondness for the law. In fact, there have been numerous attempts to repeal or modify Proposition 13 over the years, and the most significant of those efforts will be on the general election ballot in November of 2020.

When you reduce your operating expenses, you increase your cash flow and ultimately the value of your property. With Orange County commercial properties, there are many steps you can take to reduce your operating cost.

Workspace design may seem like a simple task- arrange cubicles in a large room and voila the office is complete. However, before jumping the gun and hiring an interior designer to beautify your office space, it is important to understand the factors that come into play when designing an ideal workspace for your business. There is a vast difference between an aesthetically pleasing setting and an effective workplace. 

The U.S. trade war has reached new heights in recent months. Though the correlation between tariffs and commercial real estate may not be immediately apparent, experts have become increasingly concerned with the potential impact of the U.S. trade war on commercial real estate across the U.S, including commercial real estate in Orange County.

The Kelemen Company is pleased to announce a new addition to our team: Briana Bui, our Marketing Manager and Matthew Biggs, our Account Manager! We are excited to have these two on board.

Property Management can help or hurt the value and performance of your property depending on which company you choose when deciding who will manage your property. That’s why we are looking out for you by giving you insight on the benefits of choosing the RIGHT property management firm. Read more.

Increasing rent and maximizing value should be in the back on every property owner's’ mind. Here are 8 tips from industry experts that can help you make the most of your property.

THe Kelemen Company makes 2018’s CRE Headline!

This week, we brought back the Atrium blood drive for the first time in ten years!

Our hearts go out to those who were impacted by the California Wildfires this past weekend, especially the Woolsey Fire in Malibu.

After months of hard work and dedication and so, so many emails, we’ve finally done it. We’ve acquired a coveted 38.47 acres of Malibu coastline.

We’re pleased to announce our new Director of Construction, Torry Lozano!