Thurston County Commercial Real Estate: 2013

Thursday, November 21, 2013

State Farm Undertakes $750 Million in Sale/Leasebacks - CoStar Group

Monday, August 12, 2013

Inspire Physical Therapy Opens new Office!

Congratulations to Dr. Sean Sipe and the entire Sipe family! Great Article in the Olympian...

Stop in and see the beautiful new space!

http://www.theolympian.com/2013/08/11/2667384/physical-therapist-returns-with.html

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Ceremonies...

There are many times that we get that invite in the mail...A wedding, A graduation Party, 40th, 50th or 60th Birthday Party...Anniversary Party...

Seems awesome when we get it a month or so before the event. But then...

We get busy, life gets in the way. Work gets in the way, finances get in the way...

We make excuses. And many times we justify, and do not attend.

A few years back, I was debating wether or not to attend a funeral for a man that I worked for when I was a college intern, A good friend once told me that his Dad always told him that it is "Important to participate in Ceremonies"

I went to the funeral. This man was a retired Air Force Pilot, Retired State Investigator and a fun guy. I expected hundreds of people. There were perhaps 20.

I was stunned. Then I started to think. He had no kids, His wife and brothers all passed before him. Many of his Air Force buddies had passed or may not even have known about his passing...And I suspect, many people were too busy.

I left that day, glad I went to pay my respects, glad I was there for a man I respected. And yet, saddened that there were so few people in attendance.

I went to a Fantastic wedding this weekend. Drove 5 hours with my family.

The young bride and groom were radiant. He is a Navy Pilot. Dress Whites. 12 men in Uniform raised their swords as the new couple left the church.

The Father of the Bride gave a toast that made everyone cry. We danced, cried and laughed all night

If you were too busy to be bothered, you missed out.

Cermonies are important. Ceremonies mark the transitions in life. Take part in the ceremonies of life.

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Olympia council prepared to use parks money to buy isthmus

This is another great idea to further deplete the resources that the City already has available to maintain their parks. The City has clearly stated in their own budget that maintenance and repairs for existing parks are on a "crisis basis and not sustainable" Wow!

Olympia council prepared to use parks money to buy isthmus - South Sound - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

Monday, May 20, 2013

My First "Life" Coach

The will to win is not necessarily as important as the will to prepare to win...

Work Hard...

Be mentally tough...

Deal with adversity...

Be a team player...

Don't let your team down...

Don't let yourself down...Don't let your self off the hook.

Sound familiar? Sound like good things to remember in real estate?

Yesterday, I attended the induction ceremony to the National High School Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame.

My high school coach Mr. George Wilfong was inducted. 3 sports, 33 seasons....99 Seasons in a row.

Dedication.

He has lived his life as he taught us.

Be better than the best, and Ready for the rest.

Congratulations Coach for a well deserved honor.

And....

Thanks for the life lessons!

Monday, May 6, 2013

Thurston County commercial real estate begins to recover - The Business Blog - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

There is good news out there!

Thurston County commercial real estate begins to recover - The Business Blog - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Olympia council votes to buy isthmus properties for $3.3 million - South Sound - The Olympian

I have a simple question: Does the City of Olympia have enough money to acquire the property, demolish the buildings, build a park and the MAINTAIN the park?

Read the City's Budget...They can not maintain the parks that they currently have...

Olympia council votes to buy isthmus properties for $3.3 million - South Sound - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

Monday, April 15, 2013

Banks Edge Back Into Investment Property Lending - CoStar Group

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Fight Club....Nothing to do with Commercial Real Estate!

www.indiegogo.com/project/351725

The sons of rock Legends...Cool Project!

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Business, beer, water: A look at Inslee's tax plan?????

The New Governor really is going after me where it hurts. Do you think the limitation on sales tax for trade-ins will hurt the car dealers?

Business, beer, water: A look at Inslee's tax plan - Legislature - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Section of Capitol Boulevard in Tuwmater closes Monday for construction - This Just In - The Olympian - Olympia, Washington news, weather and sports

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Heritage Bank is on the Move again!

Heritage Bank is a great example that a well run organization can thrive even in tough times. By sticking to their core values during the crazy lending days, Heritage emerges stronger than ever.

What a great local success!!

http://www.theolympian.com/2013/03/12/2458309/heritage-financial-set-to-acquire.html

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Congratulations! Sipe Therapy Group!

A big Congratulations to Sean and Christina Sipe as the Sipe Therapy Group and InSpire Physical Therapy get ready to open their 3rd office.

Their new Flagship office will be located near Hopjacks and Starbucks just off of College Street and Yelm Highway.

Their 3,000+ square foot office will include physical and hand therapy as well as corporate offices.