ETI Blog

Vacant Storefronts to Experiential and Mixed-Use Concepts

How Hybrid Work Has Redefined What TI Dollars Buy

In Chicago’s current development climate, controlling construction costs on small multifamily projects is no longer optional — it is strategic.

For 3–12 unit ground-up buildings, margin compression happens quickly. Carrying costs are tight....

Lessons from the First Wave of Completed Projects

Why Chicago Investors Are Rethinking Neighborhood Density

In small multifamily development, preconstruction is often treated as a soft phase. Something that happens before the real work begins. A budgeting exercise, a few early conversations, and then the project moves forward.

In Chicago’s infill...

In Chicago’s infill market, 3–6 flat developments often appear straightforward. Rectangular lots, stacked layouts, and repetitive unit plans give the impression that these projects are simple to execute. But beneath that simplicity is where the real...

Wellness is no longer a luxury amenity in Chicago multifamily development. In 2026, it is a leasing driver and retention strategy.

Chicago renters are evaluating properties based on air quality, natural light, access to outdoor space and...

In today’s real estate environment, capital improvement planning is no longer simply about maintaining a building. For many multifamily owners and developers, the strategy behind capital improvements is directly connected to asset valuation,...

In today’s lending environment, Chicago multifamily developers are carefully evaluating capital deployment strategies. With financing costs stabilizing but still elevated compared to historic lows, the debate between adaptive reuse and ground-up...