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Commercial real estate is a booming industry and for a good reason! It can be a very lucrative investment. However, if you’re new to the world of commercial real estate, it can be confusing to know where to start. To buy commercial real estate effectively involves a series of strategic steps designed to maximize investment potential while minimizing risk. To start, you must understanding what constitutes commercial real estate. This category encompasses properties used for business purposes, including retail spaces, offices, warehouses, apartments, and more, each offering different benefits such as revenue generation through rent or business operations. The process…
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When buying or selling commercial property, you need to be aware of certain commercial real estate closing costs. These costs add up quickly, so it is important to understand what they are and how they will impact your transaction. At Point Acquisitions, we buy commercial real estate in any condition. If you are selling commercial real estate, contact us before taking the steps in this article, as some or all of these costs can be avoided! In this blog post, we will discuss the most common commercial closing costs associated with commercial real estate transactions for sellers. We’ll also advise…
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Commercial rent abatement is an agreement between a tenant and landlord in which the tenant pays reduced rent, or no rent at all, for a specified time. A RA can be a great way for tenants to start a new space without worrying about making rent payments. This blog post will discuss rent abatement and how it can benefit both landlords and tenants in the commercial real estate market. What is a rent abatement? Rent abatement is a rent reduction, or “rent holiday,” typically agreed upon between a tenant and landlord at the beginning of a lease. The rent abatement…
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In this blog post, we will discuss the ins and outs of the commercial real estate underwriting process, highlighting the importance of commercial real estate underwriting and in comparison to residential real estate. We will also touch on some of the most important factors that commercial property underwriters consider when deciding. Commercial Real Estate Underwriting Explained Commercial real estate underwriting is the analytical process of evaluating a commercial property investment’s financial viability and risk. It involves assessing various factors such as the property’s income potential, market conditions, property condition, and borrower’s creditworthiness to determine the feasibility of the investment. When…
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Commercial real estate is one of the most important industries in the world. It is responsible for creating and managing essential assets such as office buildings, shopping malls, and industrial parks. If you’re looking to break into this industry or just want to learn more about it, then you should read commercial real estate books! The best commercial real estate books recommended for anyone interested in the industry, from beginners to professionals, cover many topics. These books offer insights into different aspects of commercial real estate, including investing, management, negotiation, and understanding market trends. Here are the highlighted top 10…
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Though overshadowed by other popular Florida destinations like Miami and Tampa, Jacksonville is an economically diverse city. The strong economy and easy quality of life are some factors contributing to a growing population in the region. The commercial real estate market in Jacksonville, Florida, presents a landscape of stability and growth among evolving economic conditions as of early 2024. In the retail sector, despite a higher turnover, vacancy rates have remained stable, and rental terms have become more favorable for tenants due to a scarcity in new developments and a challenging financing environment. The office market reflects a cautious outlook,…
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What is a ground lease in commercial real estate? A ground lease is a real estate term that is often misunderstood. In its simplest form, a ground lease is an agreement between the landlord and tenant in which the tenant leases the land from the landlord for a specific lease period, a ground lease is usually between 50 and 99 years, or more. The lease agreement will spell out the tenant’s rights and obligations, as well as the landlord’s. A ground lease in commercial real estate is a specialized lease agreement where a tenant rents the land from a landlord…
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If you’re a business owner, you know that finding a suitable space for your company is essential. What if you don’t find anything that meets your needs? That’s where build-to-suit commercial property comes in. This type of construction allows businesses to build their own commercial space explicitly tailored to their commercial real estate needs. Read on to learn more about the build-to-suit meaning and why you might need it! What is a Build to Suit lease? Build-to-suit (BTS) is a real estate term for a property constructed to a tenant’s specifications. The developer constructs the building to meet specific design,…
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Real estate investing can be a fantastic way to make money, as well as a catastrophic way to lose it if you don’t know the red flags in real estate. The last thing any buyer or renter wants is their dream home to become a fixer-upper, but sometimes problems with a given location do not reveal themselves right away. A potential investor’s decisions go far beyond the property itself: other concerns include the property’s history, how it is being marketed and maintained, and the surroundings of the property. If you are considering investing in a property with an aim for…
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The real estate investment landscape consists of seemingly limitless options regarding which properties to focus on and how much to invest in them. One of the fundamental choices presented to a would-be investor is whether it is more feasible to invest in residences created for use by a single-family (“single-family” properties), or residences designed with the capacity to house multiple families, separately, in a single structure (a “multi-family” property.). While both options have their attractive points – investing in single-family homes, for instance, is a more manageable choice for a beginning investor, while multi-family properties may be better suited for…
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