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Inside this Article
  1. Introduction to How Finding Office Space Works
  2. Current Office Space Trends
  3. What Functions Does the Space Need to Serve
  1. How Much Space is Enough Space?
  2. How Long Will This Take?
  3. Leasing vs. Buying
  4. See more »
    1. Lease Warnings
    2. Location, Location, Location
    3. Finding and Inspecting Your Space
    4. Negotiating the Deal
    5. Glossary
    6. Lots More Information
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Links to help you Find Office Space

  • Offices2Share
  • OfficeFinder
  • OfficeSpace.com
  • Office Space Directory
  • TenantWise.com
  • Computer Associates: Surplus office space opportunities
  • Mr. Office Space
  • Facility City: Site Selection and Facility Management Information
  • E-Suite: Listing and Location Services
  • HQ: Global Workplace - Temporary office space, virtual mailing addresses, etc.
  • High Tech Office Space
  • Real Estate Leasing Tips
  • LoopNet: Commercial Real Estate Marketplace
  • Tenant Advocate: The Tenant Survival Institute

Real Estate Glossaries

  • Grubb & Ellis: Real Estate Glossary
  • Julien J. Studley, Inc.: Tenant Representation (See glossary at Market Information Link)
  • OfficeFinder: Real Estate Glossary
Location Research Links
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics: Regional Information
  • REIS: Real Estate Investing Information
  • Cush Wakeman Real Estate Market Research Information
  • SiteNet: Commercial Real Estate News and Information
Links for Building
  • Vandema Real Estate Tools: Building calculators
  • Inspection Directory

Office Furniture and Supply Links

  • Facility Furniture
  • PacSmart: Packaging supplies

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