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September 11, 2024

Lou Elliott Reflects on 50 Years in Real Estate

Lou Elliott

August 14, 2024

What to expect for the rest of 2024: Optimism abounds

Jordan Elliott

July 15, 2024

The power of the phone call in CRE

Chris Lio

July 11, 2024

The power of trust in client partnerships

Neal Swanson, CCIM

June 27, 2024

Vision and values: we take things personally

Tracy Gibbons

June 20, 2024

Goal-oriented property management

Lauren Lancial, CPM®

June 14, 2024

NAI Elliott named one of Oregon's best places to work!

June 10, 2024

Retail tactics to rebuild offices, part two: investor takeaways

Neal Swanson, CCIM

June 7, 2024

Real Talk: first downturn as an owner

Jordan Elliott

June 6, 2024

Standout clients: expertise, trust and excellence

Mike Mayer

May 30, 2024

From boat restoration to commercial real estate success

Mike Mayer

May 23, 2024

The significance of tenant mix in post-COVID office revitalization

Neal Swanson, CCIM

May 13, 2024

Retail tactics to rebuild offices, part one: creative activation

Neal Swanson, CCIM

May 9, 2024

PSU's Center for Real Estate 19th annual Real Estate Conference

Tracy Gibbons

May 2, 2024

Synergizing generations: fulfilling client goals for future success

Jordan Elliott

April 25, 2024

Igniting collaboration at the annual NAI Global convention

Jordan Elliott

April 15, 2024

Three lease deals revitalizing Portland communities

Jordan Elliott

April 11, 2024

Embrace change and thrive in commercial real estate

Joel Tonneson

April 4, 2024

Leveraging transferable skills for success in commercial real estate

Joel Tonneson

March 29, 2024

Real Talk: selling a business with real estate

March 28, 2024

The benefits of operating within a full-service commercial real estate firm

Isla McLeod

March 21, 2024

Vision and values: trust is everything

Isla McLeod

March 14, 2024

Legacy of dedication: honoring Leanne Menashe's 34 years at NAI Elliott

March 11, 2024

How does a volatile lending climate affect CRE transactions?

Gary Litvin

March 7, 2024

Discovering the perfect fit

Jolene Edwards

March 1, 2024

Real Talk: succession planning & strategies

Jordan Elliott

February 29, 2024

Onboarding support guiding you from day one—and beyond

Liam Stone

February 22, 2024

Empowering success: NAI Elliott's tailored onboarding approach

Liam Stone

February 12, 2024

Local market, global reach: the power of a network

Jordan Elliott

February 8, 2024

Discover the path to business success with NAI Global

Jordan Elliott

February 2, 2024

Real Talk: kicking off 2024 with evaluations

Jordan Elliott

February 1, 2024

Enhancing our CRE services—the impact of joining NAI Global

Jordan Elliott

January 25, 2024

Collaboration within the NAI Global community

Jordan Elliott

January 19, 2024

Annual Beneficiary 2024–Blanchet House

January 15, 2024

Doing good for the city, and the price businesses pay

Jordan Elliott

January 11, 2024

NAI Global: understanding the unique network

Jordan Elliott

January 4, 2024

NAI Elliott 2023 blooper reel

December 21, 2023

The importance of supporting local communities as a broker

Emmy Johnston

December 11, 2023

Uncertainty and hope in 2024

Jordan Elliott

December 7, 2023

Networking your way to career success

Tracy Gibbons

November 30, 2023

Why personal relationships are key in the world of commercial real estate

Isla McLeod

November 16, 2023

Effective techniques for creating a memorable tenant experience

Emmy Johnston

November 13, 2023

It’s a game of chicken: the complications of construction delays

Nick Stanton

November 9, 2023

Building trust as an adviser in the tenant representation process

Emmy Johnston

November 3, 2023

Real Talk: the value is in the lease

Jordan Elliott

November 2, 2023

Embrace the power of process

Jordan Elliott

October 26, 2023

Northwest Cartoon Museum of Arts brings a new creative spark to Portland

Sara Daley

October 19, 2023

Maintaining a balance in property management

Mike Larkin

October 8, 2023

Is it time to re-evaluate your relationship with maintenance?

David Berg

October 5, 2023

Large or small, it matters: change in downtown Portland

Sara Daley

September 29, 2023

Real Talk: can you retire from being a landlord?

Jordan Elliott

September 29, 2023

Welcome Mike Mayer

Mike Mayer

September 28, 2023

Commercial real estate services for long-term success

Jordan Elliott

September 21, 2023

How budgets are key to successful property management

Mike Larkin

September 15, 2023

Real Talk: considerations for market uncertainty

Jordan Elliott

September 11, 2023

“Get ahead of it”—proactive capital planning pays off for everyone

Scott Killian, CPM®

September 7, 2023

Finding a long-term solution for Portland's oldest charter school

Sara Daley

August 31, 2023

How can companies enhance their onboarding experience in a hybrid environment?

Ash Mitchell

August 24, 2023

The role of Asset Managers in commercial real estate

Mike Larkin

August 18, 2023

Real Talk: full-service providers

Jordan Elliott

August 14, 2023

2023: Navigating an era of change in the economy, workplace and downtown Portland

Jordan Elliott

August 10, 2023

Building a better future—commercial real estate's impact on Portland's community

Jordan Elliott

August 3, 2023

Exploring the influence of restaurants on the urban and suburban markets of Portland

Sara Daley

July 27, 2023

Creative solutions: nonprofits thriving in Portland's challenging office market

Sara Daley

July 20, 2023

Maximizing your CRE investment: CAP rate tool for better market insights

Ashton Summers

July 14, 2023

Real Talk: asset management vs property management

Jordan Elliott

July 10, 2023

Create, thrive…adjust: how VIDA Coworking is killing it in the new business world

July 6, 2023

Revolutionize your investment strategy with the experts

Ashton Summers

June 29, 2023

How do client trust accounts work in property management?

Mike Karden, CPA®

June 22, 2023

How to navigate today's commercial real estate market as an investment buyer

Ashton Summers

June 12, 2023

Transforming downtown Portland: a three-part series, part three

Sara Daley

June 8, 2023

Learning investment strategies in commercial real estate

Ashton Summers

June 1, 2023

Creating an effective and seamless process for new staff at NAI Elliott

Jordan Elliott

May 31, 2023

Real Talk: family succession planning

Jordan Elliott

May 25, 2023

Understanding the FDIC: what happens when banks fail?

Mike Karden, CPA®

May 15, 2023

Transforming downtown Portland: a three-part series, part two

Sara Daley

May 11, 2023

Elevating the onboarding experience for new staff

Mike Karden, CPA®

May 4, 2023

Anatomy of a deal: the Secret Society building, part three

Sara Daley

April 27, 2023

Anatomy of a deal: the Secret Society building, part two

Sara Daley

April 20, 2023

Anatomy of a deal: the Secret Society building, part one

Sara Daley

April 10, 2023

Transforming downtown Portland: a three-part series

Sara Daley

April 6, 2023

What opportunities arise when you're passionate about what you do?

Ashton Summers

April 1, 2023

Lasers, dogs and neon green jackets—oh my!

Neal Swanson, CCIM

March 30, 2023

NAI Elliott brokerage—everyone gets a seat at the table

Emmy Johnston

March 23, 2023

What retail tenant is the latest surprising trend in commercial real estate?

Mike Larkin

March 16, 2023

NAI Elliott named 3rd best mid-sized company to work for in Oregon!

March 13, 2023

The power of ongoing giving partnerships: “It’s way more than a writing a check.”

Jordan Elliott

March 9, 2023

What's happening with the economy on the street scale?

Mike Larkin

March 2, 2023

Understanding the different CAP rates in commercial real estate

Ashton Summers

March 1, 2023

Jordan Elliott named Chair of NAI Global 2023 NAI Leadership Board

Jordan Elliott

February 23, 2023

Learning about CAP rates from the experts

Ashton Summers

February 16, 2023

Emmy Johnston joins CREW Portland's Future Leaders program

Emmy Johnston

February 13, 2023

Tales from a downtown Portland office tower: before, during and after the pandemic

Liz Killpack

February 2, 2023

Customer service is key as a commercial real estate broker

Emmy Johnston

January 26, 2023

Establishing roots in a new role

Karley Walker

January 19, 2023

Looking forward to the future at NAI Elliott

January 12, 2023

NAI Elliott 2022 blooper reel

January 9, 2023

Why tattoo artists are ideal tenants in an evolving market

Mike Larkin

January 6, 2023

Annual Beneficiary 2023–Path Home

December 22, 2022

When does dual agency make sense?

Sara Daley

December 16, 2022

Ten-ners celebration 2022!

December 12, 2022

It'll take longer & cost more? Planning advice for an unpredictable market

Mike Larkin

December 8, 2022

Understanding the variety of relationships in commercial brokerage

Sara Daley

December 1, 2022

Developing careers with thoughtful mentorship

Ash Mitchell

November 14, 2022

The future of work: how to re-build your work environment going forward–part two

Ash Mitchell

November 10, 2022

Innovation at the NAI Elliott office

Liam Stone

November 3, 2022

The importance of cultivating a collaborative Operations team

Jordan Elliott

November 1, 2022

NAI Elliott welcomes Jaimi Trunick & Emmy Johnston

Jaimi Trunick

October 27, 2022

What drives long-term success as a commercial real estate broker?

Elliot Bachaumard

October 20, 2022

Discovering the brokerage career that fits just right

Elliot Bachaumard

October 12, 2022

The future of work: how to re-build your work environment going forward–part one

Ash Mitchell

October 7, 2022

Ash Mitchell joins the leadership of the NAI Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council

Ash Mitchell

October 6, 2022

Establishing mutual respect and understanding between tenants and landlords

Sara Daley

September 30, 2022

Expert guidance during the lease review process

Sara Daley

September 22, 2022

Vision & values: we champion clarity

Daniel Simic

September 12, 2022

“We’re not going back” – accepting and dealing with inflation effectively

George Macoubray

September 8, 2022

Relationships mean more than a commission fee

Gary Litvin

September 1, 2022

How to cultivate trust while representing national retail tenants

Gary Litvin

August 29, 2022

Another successful company picnic in the books

August 25, 2022

Learning about tenant representation

Gary Litvin

August 18, 2022

At NAI Elliott, respect and collaboration defines us

Liam Stone

August 15, 2022

Shifting gears to drive future success in a pandemic-adapted world

August 11, 2022

Vision & values: we take things personally

Darren McDonald, CPM®

August 5, 2022

1000 Broadway welcomes Northwest Children's Theater & School

Matthew Bassist

August 4, 2022

Fostering professional development through company values

Daniel Simic

July 28, 2022

Boosting confidence through continued encouragement

Sommer Everett

July 22, 2022

Vision & values: we champion clarity

Liam Stone

July 18, 2022

Embracing people-based property management

Darren McDonald, CPM®

July 11, 2022

Moving forward by reflecting on where we’ve been – from supply chain to business operations

Jordan Elliott

July 7, 2022

Celebrating Diane Hess' decades of dedication

June 24, 2022

Vision & values: there's strength in satisfaction

Sommer Everett

June 13, 2022

Rolling the dice in negotiation: arbitration as a last resort

Cap Berri, CPM®, RPA®, CCIM

June 10, 2022

Finding your career path at NAI Elliott isn't complicated

Jordan Elliott

June 3, 2022

How to make lease administration work for the long-term

Carl Gingras

May 26, 2022

Looking forward to attending ICSC 2022

Gael Zongazo

May 20, 2022

GlobeSt. Influencer in Retail Real Estate 2022: George Macoubray

George Macoubray

May 16, 2022

Everyone contributes to profit, so why not share it that way?

Jordan Elliott

May 13, 2022

It takes dedication: three decades of commitment to NAI Elliott

May 5, 2022

Collaboration magnifies us at the annual April Fools’ year-in-review event

April 27, 2022

Celebrating April Fools’ at NAI Elliott

Jordan Elliott

April 25, 2022

Open layout and zombie dodgeball: creating a welcoming post-pandemic office space

Jordan Elliott

April 21, 2022

NAI Elliott has been recognized as the 5th best mid-sized company to work for in Oregon

April 7, 2022

What retail tenants can expect to pay in a triple net lease

Nick Stanton

March 31, 2022

Understanding the different types of leases

Nick Stanton

March 18, 2022

How urban and suburban markets are evolving

Sara Daley

March 17, 2022

Learning about lease structures

Nick Stanton

March 8, 2022

Strategic planning at NAI Elliott

Jordan Elliott

March 3, 2022

Vision and values: Knowledge is common property

Linda Bice

February 24, 2022

Invested in your success: What does Central Eastside Together do?

Mike Larkin

February 14, 2022

The measurable impact of having the right people

Jordan Elliott

February 10, 2022

Invested in your success: What is Central Eastside Together?

Mike Larkin

February 3, 2022

Looking for industrial or warehouse space in Portland OR?

Chris Lio

January 27, 2022

Vision & values: We work strategically

Julian Morales

January 20, 2022

What’s happening in the Portland office market?

Riley Henderson

January 10, 2022

Friendly and Firm—But Still Nice

Cap Berri, CPM®, RPA®, CCIM

January 6, 2022

Suburban growth and the changing landscape in downtown Portland

Sara Daley

January 3, 2022

Annual Beneficiary 2022 – Taking Ownership PDX

December 20, 2021

NAI Elliott: Building meaningful relationships with global reach in 2021

Jordan Elliott

December 13, 2021

Here’s How Forced Change Has Actually Improved Office Space

Liz Killpack

December 9, 2021

Building Feature: D Street Village

Rudy Puente

December 7, 2021

IRCO: A one-stop shop for immigrants and refugees in Portland

December 1, 2021

How to find industrial warehouse space in a competitive market

Chris Lio

November 18, 2021

NAI Elliott brokers: Embracing new perspectives, innovation and inclusion

Sara Daley

November 10, 2021

I can’t get it until when? The importance of relationships and ingenuity during a supply-chain nightmare

November 8, 2021

When the supply chain breaks: relationships and creative thinking keep things rolling

Craig Olson

November 4, 2021

How the rise of E-commerce is affecting warehouse space in Portland

Chris Lio

October 29, 2021

Building Feature: 1000 Broadway Building

Lou Elliott

October 21, 2021

Joining the NAI Elliott team: Collaboration and a wealth of knowledge

Kate Barnett

October 14, 2021

The family business: why managing legacy assets requires a unique approach

Lou Elliott

October 12, 2021

Legacy asset management: successfully navigating the dynamics of family real estate

Lou Elliott

October 7, 2021

Vision & Values: We take things personally

Rudy Puente

October 4, 2021

Welcome Sara Daley

Sara Daley

September 30, 2021

Becoming a commercial real estate broker: Mentorship and teamwork

September 23, 2021

How to lease an office or retail space

Riley Henderson

September 16, 2021

2021 IREM® REME award finalist: AMO of the year

September 13, 2021

Harnessing the power of AI to streamline insurance compliance

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

September 9, 2021

Building Profile: The Ford Building

September 2, 2021

2021 Retail leasing trends

George Macoubray

August 26, 2021

NAI Elliott most valuable pandemic players and annual picnic

August 25, 2021

GlobeSt. Women of Influence 2021 Woman to Watch: Leanne Menashe

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

August 18, 2021

GlobeSt. Women of Influence 2021 Mentor: Julie Fuhrman

Julie Fuhrman

August 11, 2021

GlobeSt. Women of Influence 2021 Women to Watch: Liz Killpack

Liz Killpack

August 9, 2021

Award-winning women of NAI Elliott get the job done!

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

August 5, 2021

NAI Elliott Accounting: Timely and accurate

July 28, 2021

Rising to the challenge during unprecedented times

Rawley Winstead, CPM®

July 22, 2021

Communication with our clients: Reaching out and staying in touch

George Macoubray

July 12, 2021

Teamwork, technology and other tools for emerging from a global pandemic

Jordan Elliott

July 8, 2021

Working at NAI Elliott: Encouragement, collaboration and support

Rawley Winstead, CPM®

July 1, 2021

NAI Elliott accounting: Doing essential work and going the extra mile

Beth Twardoch

June 23, 2021

Vision & Values: There's strength in satisfaction

Ash Mitchell

June 15, 2021

How a focused effort from our leadership and management helped our clients receive $2.46 million in rent relief

Mike Larkin

June 14, 2021

Commercial rent relief: helping our clients get their share

Mike Larkin

June 8, 2021

NAI Elliott brokers: Establishing relationships and building trust

George Macoubray

June 3, 2021

Working at NAI Elliott: Support during the pandemic

May 26, 2021

Working at NAI Elliott: Teamwork, mutual trust and mentored growth

Jolene Edwards

May 20, 2021

Owners and tenants may change, but a broker can be the constant

George Macoubray

May 12, 2021

One year of the pandemic: Our takeaways for commercial real estate

Jordan Elliott

May 10, 2021

A full year of pandemic: Let’s look at the numbers

Jordan Elliott

May 5, 2021

Building Feature: Olympic Mills Commerce Center

April 28, 2021

What do we factor in for property budgets?

Julie Fuhrman

April 27, 2021

Oregon State Police headquarters complex

Joe Sandahl, CPM®

April 21, 2021

Vision & Values: Relationships mean more than business transactions

Mike Larkin

April 19, 2021

KoMiCo Technology: Combining NAI Global networking and local expertise

Chris Lio

April 15, 2021

Building Feature: The Pickle Factory

April 12, 2021

The subtle art of not getting it wrong

April 8, 2021

The effect of the pandemic on the commercial retail world

George Macoubray

April 2, 2021

April Fools’ Fiscal Year-in-Review

March 26, 2021

Vision & values: Trust is everything

Lou Elliott

March 19, 2021

NAI Elliott has been named the #7 best mid-sized company to work for in Oregon

March 18, 2021

Commercial rent relief program

Mike Larkin

March 14, 2021

Staying Proactive: Capital Improvement Strategy Going Forward

Craig Olson

March 12, 2021

What does a successful client relationship look like?

Chris Lio

March 5, 2021

George Macoubray and Nick Stanton named CoStar Power Brokers of the Year for 2020

March 4, 2021

Staying proactive and keeping our tenants safe during the pandemic

Kate Barnett

February 24, 2021

Vision & values; Large or small it matters

Lou Elliott

February 19, 2021

Innovation and opportunity in the Portland commercial real estate market

Matthew Bassist

February 14, 2021

Retail Vs. Covid: Winners And Losers

George Macoubray

February 11, 2021

NAI Elliott Adds Top Portland Brokers to Team

February 9, 2021

Portland’s Central Eastside Industrial Council calls for a ‘collaborative recovery plan’

February 4, 2021

NAI Elliott brokers: Collaboration and integrity with a global reach

Jordan Elliott

January 28, 2021

Vision & values: Cooperation magnifies us

Jordan Elliott

January 21, 2021

How our brokers are building successful relationships with their clients

Chris Lio

January 17, 2021

Becoming A 2021 Company: It Goes Way Beyond Video Conferencing

Ash Mitchell

December 22, 2020

Throughout the pandemic, our brokers are staying connected with their clients

Justin Darling

December 17, 2020

Pivot and adjust; A long time retail tenant is prospering during the pandemic

December 9, 2020

How does the tenant’s perspective factor in to budgeting?

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

December 6, 2020

2020 Hindsight: Looking Back to Plan Ahead

December 2, 2020

Asset management is built on relationships

Mike Larkin

November 24, 2020

Olympic Mills; Communication and swift action are keeping the businesses happy in this iconic building

November 18, 2020

How we are helping clients stay successful during the pandemic

Riley Henderson

November 17, 2020

The key to a successful landlord and tenant relationship

Jordan Elliott

November 12, 2020

Dispatch from the front lines; the office market edition

Matthew Bassist

November 10, 2020

Combining NAI Global networking and local expertise

Chris Lio

November 4, 2020

How we’re helping landlords plan for the future

Jordan Elliott

October 27, 2020

Co-working Offices in Recovery Mode

Matthew Bassist

October 23, 2020

How will 2021 budgets be different for building owners?

Mike Larkin

October 22, 2020

How to Save Real Money on Occupancy Costs

Matthew Bassist

October 19, 2020

Rawley Winstead elected 2021 VP of Communications for IREM Oregon-Columbia River Chapter

Rawley Winstead, CPM®

October 14, 2020

Thriving‚ not just Surviving‚ in a COVID World

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

October 7, 2020

What Investment Trends Are We Seeing in the Current Market?

Matthew Bassist

September 21, 2020

Refinancing During the Pandemic?

Joe Sandahl, CPM®

July 9, 2020

Celebrating Leanne Menashe’s 30th Anniversary

Leanne Menashe, CSM®

July 7, 2020

Weekly cash positions and summary of COVID-19 impact on commercial real estate

Jordan Elliott

July 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources - Re-Opening Retail Centers

Jordan Elliott

July 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources - Re-Opening Office Buildings

July 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources - Federal Programs

Jordan Elliott

July 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources - Washington Businesses

Jordan Elliott

July 7, 2020

COVID-19 Resources - Oregon Businesses

Jordan Elliott

July 6, 2020

NAI Elliott Welcomes Jamie Westmoreland

June 22, 2020

Tenant Spotlight: Bar King

June 16, 2020

Rawley Winstead receives CPM® designation and named to the IREM® 30 under 30 list

Rawley Winstead, CPM®

June 8, 2020

Dairy Building: Strategy and tenacity bring a creative office building to full occupancy

June 4, 2020

How to Make a Difference

Jordan Elliott

May 26, 2020

NAI Elliott ranked #6 in the 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon

May 25, 2020

Watch Jordan Elliott's Interview with Boly:Welch about Leadership

Jordan Elliott

May 3, 2020

Emma Brown tapped to join NAI Global's Marketing Leadership Council

Emma Brown

April 19, 2020

Lease Structures 101

Riley Henderson

April 14, 2020

Tenant Representation 101: Leasing Your Next Space

Matthew Bassist

April 9, 2020

Jolene Edwards Promoted to Assistant Real Estate Manager

Jolene Edwards

April 9, 2020

The Role of 3D Tours in the Era of Coronavirus

Emma Brown

April 9, 2020

Tenant Concessions in Light of COVID-19

Matthew Bassist

April 9, 2020

Tips for Working from Home

Riley Henderson

April 8, 2020

Matt Bassist and Riley Henderson Close Credit Union Sale

Riley Henderson

April 7, 2020

Matt Bassist and Riley Henderson Represent Tech Company in Large Beaverton Lease

Riley Henderson

April 2, 2020

NAI Elliott's COVID-19 Best Practices for Owners

Jordan Elliott

April 2, 2020

NAI Elliott’s COVID-19 Recommendations to Tenants in our Managed Portfolio

Jordan Elliott

March 30, 2020

NAI Elliott Featured in Article about the Commercial Real Estate Impacts of Coronavirus

Jordan Elliott

December 4, 2019

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