May 10, 2012
The Oregonian |
With Target Lease in Place, Sale of Portland's Galleria Expected to Draw Big-Time Buyer
If the Bill Naito Co. landed a big fish by wooing Target to its Galleria building in downtown Portland, the decision to sell the building is a sign the city is becoming a bigger pond. |
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May 10, 2012
The Oregonian |
Oregon Community Foundation Receives Historic $150 Million Gift From Late Businessman Fred Fields
The Oregon Community Foundation served up some historic news at its annual luncheon Wednesday at the Oregon Convention Center: The creation of a new $150 million fund using the largest single gift in its 39-year history. |
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May 9, 2012
The Columbian |
Brewed Awakenings to Open Coffee Shop in Retail Center
Vancouver-based Brewed Awakenings espresso chain plans a gourmet coffee shop in the Andresen Marketplace, a retail complex anchored by Safeway at 6709 N.E. 63rd Ave., Vancouver. |
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May 1, 2012
The Columbian |
Williamsburg of the West? The Academy Could Anchor Historic Area
The new owner of The Academy envisions the historic, massive brick landmark as the cornerstone of future development that will complement and bring new energy to the 366-acre Fort Vancouver National Site and downtown Vancouver. |
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April 19, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
What Does 2012 Hold for the Investment and Capital Markets
2011 brought some very positive developments (no pun intended!) in the commercial real estate market. In the tri-county Portland-metro area, commercial transaction volume was $1.39 billion, an 84 percent increase over 2010. Both the number of sale transactions and total consideration increased over the previous year. Sales were spread across product types, with multifamily in the lead at 18 percent of transactions. |
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April 17, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Norris, Beggs & Simpson: Past, Present and Future
During the Great Depression, Norris, Beggs and Simpson was founded as Norris, Beggs and Base. On April 1, 1932 it opened its doors as a property management firm in the old Wilcox building at 506 S.W. Sixth Ave., where it occupied the entire second floor. The firm has since seen its share of growth and change. |
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April 2012
Western Real Estate Business |
Hillsboro Retail Building Sells for $4.5 Million
A 12,000-square-foot retail building in Hillsboro's Tanasbourne area has sold to an unnamed buyer for $4.5 million. |
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March 23, 2012
The Columbian |
Washougal Industrial Site Sells for $1.8 million
A former Washougal lumber-processing site sold for $1.8 million this month to a local company that plans to lease the tract to a manufacturing business. |
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March 20, 2012
RE Business Online |
Hillsboro Retail Building Sells for $4.5M
A 12,000-square-foot retail building in Hillsboro's Tanasbourne area has sold to an unnamed buyer for $4.5 million. The building is currently fully leased to two medical tenants, including Aspen Dental and Concentra Health. |
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March 17, 2012
The Oregonian |
West End Flourishes But Keeps Its Funky Urban Vibe
When it came time in 2010 for Jewelie Randall to expand and move her 4-year-old store, Flora, on Southwest Alder, she faced a tough choice. |
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March 16, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
Developers Rush to Cash in on Portland Apartments
When the 20 Pettygrove apartment complex opens this spring, there won’t be much in the way of move-in specials. Its 90 units are leased, with a waiting list to get in at the Pearl District-area building, 1984 N.W. Pettygrove St. |
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March 15, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Industrial Tenants Should Rightsize Space Now
Many users of industrial space have delayed making long-term decisions about their space needs amid the economic uncertainty of the past few years. However, companies these days are generally feeling more confident about their future. |
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March 9, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
People on the Move: Chris Schneider
Chris Schneider has joined NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson to specialize in retail leasing and sales. |
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March 9, 2012
CoStar |
CoStar Group Announces Portland Winners of 2011 CoStar Power Broker Awards
CoStar Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSGP), commercial real estate's leading provider of information and analytic services, recently announced the winners of the 2011 CoStar Power Broker Awards™, recognizing the best of the best in commercial real estate brokerage. |
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March 7, 2012
CoStar |
NAI NBS Wins CoStar Power Broker Awards for Performance in 2011
NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson was named a top leasing and sales firm for the seventh consecutive year, and five brokers were recognized for their production. |
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March 2, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
The List: Top 10 Commercial Real Estate Firms
NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson tied for Number 1 on this list, ranked by number of current Portland metro licensed agents. |
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March 2, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Northwest Portland Project Looks to Buck High-End Trend
C.E. John Co. Inc. is engaged in three multifamily projects in Northwest Portland, but one is expected to appeal to a segment lacking housing options: middle-class workers. |
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February 24, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Newsmakers 2012: Jan Robertson
When it comes to climbing the ladder of success, Jan Robertson knows each and every rung. |
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February 15, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Will 2012 be the Year of the Grocery Store?
While many sectors of the retail market are experiencing sluggish recovery, one continues to grab headlines because of its strength: grocery stores and grocery-anchored shopping centers. |
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February 14 & 15, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
People on the Move
NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson employees Diane Forslund, Robert Black, Garret Harper, J.J. Unger, Mary Mitch, Cheri Morton, Tammie Rose and Laura Belzer were awarded advanced titles at the company's annual awards banquet Jan. 28. |
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February 10, 2012
Vancouver Business Journal |
Movers & Shakers: Garret Harper
Vancouver industrial broker Garret Harper was honored as NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson’s #5 Top Producer of 2011 at the company’s annual awards banquet last month. He was also promoted to vice president. |
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February 3, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
Jay Zidell Plans to Develop Portland's Largest Riverfront Property
Jay Zidell is best known as a third-generation Portland industrialist. He’ll soon add the term “developer” to his resume. Zidell, the president of Zidell Marine Corp., confirmed publicly for the first time this week that he’ll develop the 30 riverside acres his family holds on both sides of the Ross Island Bridge. |
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Jan./Feb. 2012
Oregon Facilities |
Tenant Improvement Package a Vital Part of Medical Office Leases
Tenant improvements (TIs) are an important part of any commercial real estate lease, but they are especially important for medical users. |
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January 20, 2012
GlobeSt.com |
Burnside Rocket in Portland Gets New Owner
The Burnside Rocket, a 16,233-square-foot office and retail building situated in the Lower Burnside neighborhood of Portland, has changed hands for $2.8 million. |
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January 19, 2012
The Oregonian |
Portland's Burnside Rocket Sold for $2.8 Million
The bright red Burnside Rocket, a LEED Platinum mixed-use building developed by architect Kevin Cavenaugh, has sold to a California firm for $2.8 million. |
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January 19, 2012
Portland Business Journal |
LA Firm Pays $2.8M for Burnside Rocket
The Burnside Rocket, the uber sustainable office and retail building in Portland’s Lower Burnside neighborhood, has sold. |
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January 17, 2012
The Oregonian |
In Downtown Portland, Norris, Beggs & Simpson Releases Real-Estate Report for the Fourth Quarter of 2011
The fun-lovers at Norris, Beggs & Simpson have released their summary reports on downtown office and retail space for the fourth quarter of 2011. |
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January 15, 2012
The Columbian |
Retail Spending Showed Some Life
Higher consumer confidence and recession fatigue combined to keep total retail sales positive throughout 2011, continuing an upward trend that began in 2010. |
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January 13, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
Developers Balk at Higher Municipal Fees
Some industry professionals say costs of system development charges in Portland are trending upward, and that the situation is starting to shape the face of their business. |
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January 12, 2012
Daily Journal of Commerce |
DJC Announces Newsmakers for 2012
The Daily Journal of Commerce next month will honor its 2012 Newsmakers, a select roster of the most interesting personalities impacting the local and regional built environments. |
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January 6, 2012
The Columbian |
Third-Quarter Retail Sales Improved in Clark County
Accelerated auto sales and a rise in construction projects helped boost third-quarter sales by 4.7 percent in Clark County, according to a state report issued Friday. |
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