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Investing in commercial real estate is a fantastic strategy to earn extra income and establish a stable cash flow. But diving into your first CRE investment isn’t always easy, and it can take a lot of time to develop the investment savvy and business instinct required to make it in the commercial marketplace. As you …

Dos and Don’ts for First Time CRE Investors Read More »

Where do you see the market going? Plain and simple, this question shows whether or not your broker has their finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the industry, both on local and national levels, and whether they have the know-how to effectively advise you on how to strategically invest within a changing market. …

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In an attempt to give more ongoing foundational information to prospective buyers and tenants, we’re going to continue on with a series of posts defining core terms in commercial real estate. Our “CRE Terms You Need to Know,” officially kicks off here. There are a multitude of metrics that commercial real estate investors use to …

CRE Terms You Need To Know — Cash on Cash Return Read More »

Step one — don’t despair.  We know it can feel like the cards are stacked against you, but even in today’s volatile marketplace, selling a challenging property is possible. It just might take some time, elbow grease, and smart marketing. Here are five things to consider when you’re trying to market a challenging property. Challenge …

How to market a challenging property Read More »

The world of commercial real estate is full of industry jargon. Property listings, lease agreements, and conversations around the negotiating table can all feature niche terms and unheard-of acronyms. It can get confusing fast. Learning the lingo can help you feel confident you’re making the right decisions for your bottom line and help you hold …

First time leasing? Here are two terms you need to know. Read More »

Investing in commercial real estate is a great strategy to earn some extra income. But the road from first-time investor to CRE guru has some twists and turns. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge on your first investment property, here are 5 things to consider.  Have a long-term plan Getting started with your first …

3 Rules + 2 Tips For First-Time Investors Read More »

In today’s hyper-competitive real estate market, finding quality commercial real estate listings can be a challenge. While there are many digital tools available, it’s not as easy as a simple Google search. You want to make sure you’re getting the best insight into the properties available in your market. And we know you don’t have …

A Crash Course in Commercial Real Estate Listings Read More »

Whether you’re looking to start up a brand new business or your tried-and-true venture is just looking for a space upgrade, the choice between buying or building a commercial space can be a challenging one — especially in today’s market. There are many factors to consider, including your business’ unique needs, what’s available in your …

To Build or To Buy? 3 things to consider when weighing your commercial space options. Read More »

While it’s impossible to know exactly what will happen in today’s unpredictable market, the pandemic and its aftermath will continue to change the way we live, work and move around. This presents new challenges for commercial businesses, local governments and urban planners—how do you leverage a changing downtown commercial landscape to create a brighter future …

Flexibility and Necessity: How the pandemic will reshape downtown spaces Read More »