Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke

We’re excited to announce?Maureen Lyons' promotion to Director of Transaction Management at Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke! Since joining in 2017, Maureen has demonstrated outstanding leadership and expertise in commercial real estate. As a respected player-coach colleague inside the Company,?her leadership will be a powerful accelerator in?fulfilling our mission - to unlock the value for our real estate for our clients by bringing together clear vision, exceptional people, and powerful resources to shape Wisconsin. "Maureen is a proven contributor and an expert at her craft so expanding her impact across our entire organization will pay dividends to our team and the clients we serve. I am thrilled to see her step into this leadership role and love seeing our people grow on our platform," said?Sean Robbins, CEO of Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke. Please join us in congratulating Maureen on this well-deserved promotion!

Milwaukee's retail market is evolving as turnkey spaces become a key solution for both tenants and landlords facing rising costs. BizTimes Media highlights the growing demand for affordable, ready-to-occupy spaces—something we’re seeing firsthand, with over half of this quarter’s square footage absorbed by service-oriented tenants in wellness. Fitness and heath focused tenants prefer turnkey spaces as they offer a cost-effective, low-hassle solution, allowing them to focus on operations rather than expensive buildouts. Check out our Q3 Marketbeat to see movements and changes in the retail Milwaukee metro space market: https://lnkd.in/gp_cJHsJ Milwaukee BizTimes Article: https://lnkd.in/gR7AfaNC #Milwaukee #retailCRE #wellness #fitness

With Thanksgiving around the corner, we’re feeling especially grateful to support local organizations like Hunger Task Force. Yesterday, a team from Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke joined forces with a group from Komatsu North America’s Milwaukee office to pack 560 stockboxes for elderly community members in need. Cody Ziegler, Caitlin Wilde, Mariah Halvorson, and Nancy Vianes brought their A-game—competing each round to see who could pack the cereal fastest! Check out the video to see our teamwork in action. #GivingBack #Milwaukee #HungerTaskForce #CushmanWakefieldBoerke

Last week, we had our annual celebration—a time to connect and reflect with the team, hosted in the home of our CEO, Sean Robbins, and his wife Kristy Robbins. Looking ahead, Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke is driven by the mission to unlock the value of our clients' real estate by bringing together clear vision, exceptional people, and powerful resources to solve complex problems and shape our community. Together, we’re ready to make a lasting impact, turning challenges into opportunities for our clients and communities. #CushmanWakefieldBoerke #lifeatCWB #missiondriven #connectwisconsin

Last Tuesday, members of our team attended the NAIOP Wisconsin Capital Markets Update, where industry leaders gathered to share insights on the evolving investment landscape. Key topics included shifts in interest rates, investor sentiment across asset classes, and strategic considerations for 2024. Wisconsin remains a market to watch, with local dynamics offering unique opportunities in today’s complex environment. Our brokers weigh in on the current state of the Wisconsin investment market: “While investor caution persists, Wisconsin’s stable multifamily fundamentals and population growth in key cities are expected to support demand, potentially setting the stage for a rebound in transaction volume over the next few quarters.” — Steve Brunow “Capital markets are showing signs of gradual improvement as we enter 2025 with lending standards easing, yield spreads widening, and pricing slowly adjusting. With a soft landing in sight and recession fears easing, there’s growing optimism in the market.” — Kathryn Gremban For a deeper dive, check out our latest MarketBeat report for Q3—a comprehensive summary of Wisconsin’s market activity, trends, and opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gS33jr3n #WisconsinRealEstate #CapitalMarkets #MultifamilyMarket #NAIOP #CRE

Lack of Industrial Inventory in Southeastern Wisconsin ? While retail and office spaces are seeing higher vacancies, there’s still an urgent need for industrial and manufacturing space. In high-demand areas like Waukesha County, vacancy rates are as low as 0.9%. ? “It’s a great time to act right now if you are an industrial business looking to lock in long-term growth,” says Jeff Hoffman, SIOR,CCIM, Principal at Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke. With a potential economic recovery in 2025, Hoffman notes there could be a shortage of 50,000-200,000 sq. ft. spaces, pushing tenants toward Build-To-Suit projects. ? Why Build Now? Lower interest rates Increased supplier capacity More bank lending options ? These points, highlighted in a blog by Riley Construction Company, Inc. on "Five Reasons Why You Should Start Your Building Project Now," emphasize the cost-effectiveness and speed advantages of starting projects today. Staying informed on shifts in the industrial space market is crucial for understanding and meeting supply needs. For a detailed look at Q3 activity in the Milwaukee area, reference our MarketBeat report for comprehensive trends and outlooks:?https://lnkd.in/gkDiSrqh ? https://lnkd.in/gq48FamA

The Madison industrial real estate market is seeing steady demand, but it's "stuck" in a good way. With limited new construction and strong pre-leasing activity, available space is tight – only one property over 150,000 SF currently in the construction pipeline. “Industrial real estate in Dane County continues to show strong fundamentals as only two spec projects are planned to deliver in 2025 and tenant activity remains strong.” notes market expert, Nicholas Unger. This high demand is fueled by organic economic growth across a range of industries, positioning Madison as an attractive spot for new investment. However, new construction is critical to meet the ongoing needs of growing businesses and keep Madison on its growth trajectory. Check out the full Madison MarketBeat for more insights and the data driving our local industrial market analysis : https://lnkd.in/gCAEH645 #CRE #MadisonRealEstate #IndustrialRealEstate #MarketTrends #EconomicGrowth

This past Wednesday, we attended the CARW - Commercial Association of REALTORS Wisconsin Deal of the Year event—an inspiring reminder of the powerful network that drives our industry forward. CARW’s commitment to advocacy, professional development, and education brings all of us together, making real estate more connected, collaborative, and impactful. We congratulate Jeff Hoffman, SIOR,CCIM, Chad Vande Zande, Nicholas Unger and Lindsey Coakley, honored as Runner-Up for Industrial Deal of the Year for representing STAG Industrial, Inc. in leasing their 205,000 SF New Berlin property. Special thanks to Newmark for bringing a new tenant into this space—exemplifying the connectivity we all value and share. Being part of a community that celebrates shared success and embraces new opportunities is what makes this industry so exciting. Here’s too many more partnerships! #ConnectedCRE #CARW #CRECommunity #IndustrialRealEstate #WisconsinRealEstate

2024 Q3 Stats are in for the Milwaukee office market! Rental rates have stabilized, offering a sign of market balance despite the ongoing oversupply of office space. For more information: https://lnkd.in/gEqN7kF4 Wisconsin's Office Real Estate Team #MilwaukeeOfficeSpace #workinMKE #CREQ3 #CushmanWakefieldBoerke

Why Madison’s Office Market Still Shines Amid Challenges ? Madison’s office real estate market has shown resilience, continuing to attract diverse industries despite rising vacancies and shifting work preferences. For tenants and investors, this means opportunity. Stabilized rental rates, growing demand for high-quality office spaces, and Madison’s strong economic foundation make it a key market to watch. ? Whether you're looking to lease or invest, Madison offers competitive advantages that can position your firm for long-term growth! ? Wisconsin's Office Real Estate Team Robert O. Fulford II #CRE #Madison #CommercialRealEstate #OfficeMarket #Investment #RealEstateTrends #Wisconsin Read more on about Madison’s office real estate: A resilient market in transition: https://lnkd.in/gVYqdKeR