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If you want to lease your building, you might be wondering whether you could save some money by doing it yourself, rather than using a commercial real estate broker. However, choosing to forgo a broker could end up being a costly decision. Although it is a landlord’s market, you still need to attract the best tenants in order to maximize…
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The Smith Bros’ Hardware building is again playing host for the Halfway to St Patrick’s Day Party – an annual charity fundraiser in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Central Ohio in honor of John Patrick Gartland. The Details When: Thursday, September 12th, 2019Where: The Venue @ 580 North Fourth Street, Columbus, OhioTime: 6:00…
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Join us in the brand new rooftop event space, Juniper, at the Smith Bros’ Hardware building, for the first ever Juniper Jubilee in support of the Ronald McDonald House Charities through its partners – Urban Zen and the Kids & Clays Foundation. The Details When: Thursday, October 12th, 2017 Where: The Rooftop of 580 North…
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Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or beginning your business journey, you are probably used to the fast paced exciting nature of running a startup. However, securing an office space, and especially the RIGHT office space is not a fast process, nor is it foolproof! Negotiation needs to happen on boths sides of the deal….
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Having the perfect office space with the right leasing terms is crucial to your company’s success. You need the right location, the right space — and the right lease. Unfortunately the lease you signed a few years ago may not be the perfect lease for your business in the future. For the past several years…
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This October, Capitol Equities is pleased to host the Columbus Landmarks Foundation’s 2015 James B. Recchie Award Reception at the Smith Bros’ Hardware Building. This annual award honors excellence in urban building design in the central Ohio area, both for historic and new build projects. When: Thursday, October 8th Where: 580 N Fourth Street, Columbus,…
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  “Location, location, location.” We have all heard that saying, but it is now considered the old adage in real estate. Is location really the single biggest factor in your commercial space decision? In today’s work culture, the physical address of where you’re working is no longer the most important factor in your office space…
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It’s no secret that the Millennial Generation is taking over the workforce. The number of people born between 1980 and 2000 is now 91 million strong, and they are beginning to impose their will on the job market and potential employers. And every business is eager to hire the best Millennial talent. But, as you…
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Investing in an open office could transform your work culture and bring in the best talent. The entrepreneurs of Silicon Valley start-ups ditched the cubicles years ago to increase employee performance and satisfaction, and their success has spread around the globe. CNBC reported that workplace productivity increased by 440% among companies who inspired collaboration by…
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Smart business owners know that the workspace is much more than a building filled with tables, desks, floors and walls. It’s a living environment that comes together to facilitate a specific desired culture. That’s really important in today’s work environment. The culture a company creates has a direct impact on the bottom line. With a…
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