Commercial real estate investors are masters of finding the perfect balance of construction costs, lower maintenance, cost-effective insurance, and attractive upgrades. It’s no easy task to stay on top of what tenants are looking for in today’s commercial real estate market. But if there is one benefit that never goes out of style, it’s saving…
Does your local community have a hub for social, educational, and recreational activities? What classes, events, and programs are available to you that are designed to improve your quality of life? If you’re struggling to come up with an answer, you may want to consider lobbying for a local community center in your area. Why…
Prefabricated metal building kits have changed the game for fast food restaurant chains. Short and long term sustainability, design flexibility for changing workflows, and speed of construction make steel the ideal choice for restaurants where instant gratification is the name of the game. It’s why prefab steel is the number one choice in building material…
Some call them to strip malls, but there’s something so much more inviting about an open-air shopping center. It brings to mind fresh air, beautiful landscaping, and soothing elevator music that is somehow playing everywhere you go. Where are the speakers hidden? No one knows! But one thing is for certain: the days of a…
What are you storing for the winter? Is it time to pack the convertible up until warmer weather rolls back around? Is the boat going into hibernation mode until the annual Memorial Day Weekend beach trip? Or are you just storing things year-round and need to make some climate control adjustments before the snow starts…
As we grow closer to the new year, entrepreneurs are scrambling to jump on “the next big thing.” But in 2020, the next big thing isn’t one single thing at all. There are a variety of new business ideas set to explode in the next decade. With the right materials, resources, and business sense, you…
There is plenty of misinformation on the internet about e-commerce versus traditional retail shopping. Most studies base their findings off of a single number: the change in sales over time. But to truly understand whether you should warehouse to sell online or focus on the in-person sales experience, you’ll need to look past the big…
Not every prefabricated metal building kit will need to come equipped with insulated metal panels. But if you live in an area with dramatic seasons or need to keep your building temperature controlled for livestock, agriculture, or simply your comfort, you’ll need it to be insulated. Ideally, the right insulation will save you money in…