Industry Insights by Team Rokos
Discover the latest in industry trends, tips and best practices with original articles authored by the Rokos staff.

How Much Office Space Does Your Business Really Need Today?
Struggling to figure out how much office space your business needs? In today’s hybrid world, the old space planning formulas don’t cut it. This blog unpacks why right-sizing is more complex than ever, and what smart companies are doing to get it right.

The Office You Need vs. The Office You’re Paying For: How to Bridge the Gap
Do you think your office lease is competitive? It might be worth a closer look. Many businesses are overpaying without realizing it—simply because they haven’t compared their lease to what the market offers today. Here’s how to find out where you really stand.

What If You’re Paying More Than the Tenant Next Door?
Do you think your office lease is competitive? It might be worth a closer look. Many businesses are overpaying without realizing it—simply because they haven’t compared their lease to what the market offers today. Here’s how to find out where you really stand.

5 Critical Office Lease Terms You Need to Get Right
Signing an office lease? It’s a big deal for your business’s future. Understanding and negotiating key terms isn’t just smart—it’s essential for long-term success. Let’s break down the critical clauses you need to watch out for.

Making Smart Sublease Decisions in The Hybrid Work Era: Pros & Cons for Both Sides
As hybrid work becomes the norm, many Twin Cities businesses are considering subleasing—either to reduce space or to find discounted office options. Before you make a move, here is what you should know.

Tenant Improvement Allowance: The Leasing Incentive You Can’t Afford to Miss
In today’s evolving leasing market, landlords are stepping up their incentive game to attract tenants. However, this doesn’t mean you should accept the first offer. Inside are three insights every tenant should know when entering lease negotiations.

Strategic Investments: Top Commercial Property Types for 2025
Commercial real estate is evolving fast—and certain property types are standing out as major players for 2025. From retail to data centers, we’re breaking down the hottest categories driving returns in today’s market. Ready for the inside scoop?

Buying vs. Leasing: What’s the Best Move for Your Business?
Partnering with businesses navigating critical decisions about their office spaces means providing thoughtful solutions to their questions. One of the key considerations? Deciding whether to buy or lease their office space. Here’s how we approach this.

What to Do if You Have Too Much Space and Are in the Middle of a Lease
As the workplace continues to evolve, many businesses find themselves with excess space they no longer need, yet still bound by an existing lease. Explore the best solutions for your space with these four strategies.

How to Get the Best Lease Renewal Terms from Your Landlord
When it comes time to renew your lease, accepting your landlords initial offer can mean missing out on significantly better terms. This week we highlight 5 essential steps to help you secure the best renewal terms.

Top Ways to Attract Employees to Your Office Space
Employees everywhere have settled into work-from-home routines, making it almost impossible to convince many to forego sweatpants and a commute-free workday. So how does a company with reluctant employees get its workers to return?

Are You Struggling to Find a Space that Perfectly Fits Your Business Needs? Consider The Build-to-Suit Option
Are you struggling to find a workspace that truly fits your business? A Build-to-Suit (BTS) solution lets you design and develop a facility tailored to your exact needs – whether you lease or own it upon completion.

Mastering Lease Renewal Negotiations: A Guide for Tenants
Renewing a commercial lease can feel overwhelming, but it’s an essential process that can greatly impact your businesses future. In this article, we help to ensure you enter your lease renewal discussions with confidence.

Maximizing the Potential of Hybrid Workforces
The rise of hybrid work has prompted organizations to rethink office spaces and employee engagement strategies. What is the key to successful hybrid work models?

Finding Office Space As A Startup Company
The surge of new startup companies means that plenty of new business owners are finding themselves looking for office space to call home. But how do you start the search process or figure out what kind of space is best?

Office Hoteling: Pros, Cons, and Questions
Many companies have decided to embrace a hybrid work model that incorporates a hoteling approach. Here, employees can work from home or on-site; however, these workers will no longer have a designated desk.

Setting Up Your Warehouse for Efficiency and Growth
A common question brokers are asked is, “How do I plan for future growth while creating the most effective process for today?” A tricky yet solvable issue. Here we’ve broken down the steps necessary to achieve these goals.

Buying vs Leasing Office Space
When deciding whether to buy or lease your office space, it's essential to weigh the benefits of each against your business goals and abilities. In this article, we cover the advantages of each option.

Ten Commercial Real Estate Terms to Know
Every industry has its own lexicon of terms and acronyms that can seem confusing to the uninitiated. Commercial real estate is no different. Here’s a list of common real estate terms to help you feel more in-the-know.

Understanding Spec Suites in Office Leasing
Spec Suites have become more common in recent years. Landlords are trying to stay competitive by offering fully furnished offices for shorter lease terms to compete with the rise in coworking space and rising construction costs.
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