Obtaining a Certified Access Specialist Certificate (“CASp”) can help commercial real estate owners and tenants avoid the headache and expense relating to lawsuits alleging violations of the Americans With Disabilities Act (“ADA”).  Recently enacted California Civil Code Section 1938 provides: “A commercial property owner or lessor shall state on every lease form or rental agreement executed on or after July 1, 2013, whether the property being leased or rented has undergone inspection by a ... Read more

2015 will be the office and industrial sector’s turn to shine as a fully recovered labor market finally starts to translate into meaningful tenant demand in these property types.  Expect the OFFICE sector to lead the pack in 2015 because demand, occupancy and rent growth are poised to accelerate with the continually improving job market. The INDUSTRIAL sector performance continues to strengthen as increased tenant demand and investment activity returns to historical norms. Industrial is benefitting ... Read more