Insights

There is a reason Saratoga refers to the managers directly overseeing our property portfolios — and interfacing with both property owner clients and their tenants — as Asset Managers rather than Property Managers. This distinction reflects an intentional mindset shift and serves as a reminder for our managers to view each property not simply as a building, but…

In a market environment where many commercial real estate sectors are sensitive to economic swings, light industrial has consistently stood out as one of the most resilient asset classes. Light industrial real estate plays a critical role in supporting local and regional business such as contractors, service providers, trades, and small manufacturers. These businesses rely…

On Friday, October 24th, nearly 280 community members gathered to celebrate the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center’s (WDRC) 22nd Annual Peace Builder Awards, honoring seven award recipients and six inspiring youth poets. The evening reflected on the power of creative conflict resolution and the many ways our community works toward peace and understanding. The funds raised…

Last week Saratoga attended a meeting and presentation about the upcoming Clean Buildings Performance Standards (CBPS) affecting many of our managed properties. Legislation in Washington State passed the State Energy Performance Standard, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by improving energy efficiency in existing buildings across the state. Currently there are two tiers to…