Check out our new series, CRE Solutions! In this video series, we’re answering the questions that you ask us most frequently. Whether you’re a tenant, landlord, buyer, or seller, we’re here to answer your commercial real estate questions. This week’s question is from a tenant’s perspective, “Can I sublease my space?” Stay tuned for more episodes of CRE Solutions!

Tomi Jo Lynch, SIOR, CCIM, has recently become a member of the board of directors for Heritage Bank of Nevada, a division of Glacier Bank! Tomi Jo looks forward to continuing to serve her community in this new role.

SVN International has shared that SVN has been recognized as one of 300 companies making waves in the 2023 Real Leaders Impact Awards! We are so proud to be ranked alongside global leaders, as a purpose-driven company, committed to being a positive force of change in all areas of our business. This award is a result of our organization’s collective belief in the SVN Difference and a Shared Value Network.

One of our core covenants at SVN is “Honor my commitments”. A career in commercial real estate requires commitment, and it most certainly requires honoring the promises we’ve made- to our clients, our colleagues, and ourselves.

Commercial real estate transactions take time. Deals don’t come together overnight. Building relationships with clients and colleagues takes time. Closing deals can sometimes take years, requiring tenacity, and perseverance.

One of my latest sales took almost two years to complete. Talk about tenacity and commitment! During the time 401 Los Altos Parkway in Sparks, Nevada, was on the market, multiple offers were made, and multiple offers fell through. 401 Los Altos is a pad site on a highly trafficked corridor in Sparks, Nevada, and was one of the last available in that area. The pad was encumbered with a ground lease to a large corporation, who had first right of refusal to purchase the property. In this case, the lessee had 45 days to respond after each offer was made by a third party. We diligently presented and responded to each offer. Unfortunately, time kills all deals and waiting for the lessee to respond often got in the way of opening escrow.

Eventually, the lessee decided to purchase the site and after two years, a successful deal was reached.

Although this deal took time, patience, and tenacity, I knew I needed to honor my commitments and see this deal through. SVN and its members are committed to getting the deal done. Through perseverance, problem solving, and a whole lot of dedication, we make deals like this come together. 

Tomi Jo Lynch, SIOR, CCIM, Managing Director

775.530.2621

Tomijo.lynch@svn.com

I was recently reminded about the value of being versatile in the commercial real estate industry. I deal with clients ranging from individuals to large corporations, someone looking to rent 400 SF for a small office to someone looking to buy a 300,000 SF industrial building. Commercial real estate requires versatility and adaptability. Here at SVN®, we pride ourselves on both.

One of our core covenants is “Cooperate proactively and place my clients’ best interests above my own.” Although we always work to place our client’s best interests above our own, their interests often vary greatly from client to client. Our commitment, professionalism, and level of skill does not vary between clients, but our communication and negotiation styles certainly do.

Earlier this month I closed a deal that was a lease for 512 SF in an office building in downtown Reno. The new tenant is an individual that is just starting their own business. A few weeks ago, I also completed a land disposition for $1,900,000. The buyer of this parcel was a large corporation with deep pockets and plenty of real estate knowledge. The level of care I demonstrated throughout both deals was the same, but I needed to be versatile and adaptable while facilitating both deals. A person starting their own business and looking for a small office has different needs and communication style than a large corporation looking to make a land investment.

The commitment remains the same, but meeting the client where they’re at and adapting to their needs and style is equally important. Those of us in commercial real estate need to have the ability to be a chameleon, as well as never change our spots when it comes to putting our clients first.

Tomi Jo Lynch, SIOR, CCIM, Managing Director

775.530.2621

Tomijo.lynch@svn.com

Welcome to the Neighborhood RareTea!

RareTea has leased 1,647 SF in 24 California Avenue and will be opening a new location in Midtown. RareTea serves a variety of beverages, including teas, lattes, and milk teas. This franchise has over 25 locations and will soon be sharing their delicious drinks with the Reno area! Swing by 24 California to get a delicious meal or drink from one of our amazing tenants!

Thank you to Amanda Lavi with Colliers for helping find RareTea a new home in 24 California!

SOLD | $2,700,000

Arrowhead Drive, Carson City, NV

Tomi Jo Lynch, SIOR, CCIM, and Thomas Y. Johnson, CCIM, represented both the Buyer and the Seller in this deal. The Buyer had previously purchased the adjacent parcel and now holds a total of ± 24.31 acres on Arrowhead Drive. Congratulations to the Buyer, Seller, Tomi Jo, and Tom for completing this sale!

SOLD | 3 INDUSTRIAL LOTS
North Deer Run Road, Carson City, NV

Tomi Jo Lynch, SIOR, CCIM, represented the Seller and orchestrated the sale of three lots on N Deer Run Road. The three lots have sold to two separate buyers for a total of $623,238 and 3.18 acres.

Four lots are still available for sale and can be bought separately or together. Located in the Deer Run Industrial Park in the northeastern urban area of Carson City, NV, with easy access to Highway 50 and Interstate 395.

Elixir Superfood & Juice has leased 1,878 SF in 24 California. The healthy and delicious restaurant already has a location in Mammoth Lakes, California, and has decided to extend its reach into the burgeoning Midtown area of Reno, Nevada. Elixir touts vegetarian, vegan, paleo, local, organic, and 100% gluten free food! Welcome to 24 California Elixir!

Four spaces are still available in this newly renovated historic building. 24 California offers ± 1,328 – 6,389 SF of available retail and office space on the bustling corner of Virginia Street and California Avenue. Find your space today!

JUST SOLD – $2,974,500

25 Ponderosa, West Wendover, NV

Congratulations to Wes Brogan, Associate Advisor, on finding his client their next investment! “This was a very fast and smooth transaction and was over the asking price. Congratulations to my client.” Brogan said of the deal.