In uncertain financial times such as these, someone who is fortunate enough to have a buyer for one’s investment property, is faced with an important decision to make. The choice to be made, prior to the sale of your real property, comes down to, cash-out and pay taxes, or exchange into another property, and defer taxes. This is no small decision, as a significant portion of your proceeds from the sale could be lost to taxes, if you do not plan ahead. Anyone who has owned investment real estat

Whether you own or rent your commercial space, property costs are one of the largest business over- head expenses. That’s why it’s important to comprehend the full ramifications of taking over the title to a property or entering into a lease agreement. Before you sign a lease, work with a commercial real estate broker with a proven track record, and consult with an attorney skilled in real estate law. You should also familiarize yourself with some common real estate terms: 1. Accord and Sati

There are a multitude of details to be properly handled in any complex commercial real estate transaction. Thus, considering an investment in real estate, the investor would be well advised to engage the services of a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), a recognized commercial real estate professional. A team of professionals from various disciplines should be assembled to concentrate on specific aspects of a transaction. A CCIM, as a member of this team, is best able to understand t

Commercial property that is flexible enough in its design to allow for a variety of office, retail, and/or industrial uses, “flex space,” has come a long way since its low-budget beginnings. Originally it was built as a way to hedge speculative commercial real estate developer’s bets on landing a wider range of possible tenants. In the past ten years, however, it has become its own distinct category that can command its own market lease rates. So what is the official definition of flex s

If you are considering leasing commercial real estate to house and grow your business, you will want to obtain the appropriate expertise to help make your experience a profitable and enjoyable one. Commercial brokers vary in focus and expertise: some specialize in listing properties for landlords; others are transaction facilitators; still others focus specifically in helping tenants. This article addresses the different types of commercial brokers and the benefits of working with a tenant agent

On February 13, 2009 the 111th Congress passed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in order to address the greatest economic crisis we find ourselves in since the Great Depression. It is, by far, the largest stimulus bill of its kind, and will impact virtually all sectors the U.S. economy. Here is a diagram showing how $787 Billion is being spent: You will note, there are no bubbles labeled “Commercial Real Estate.” However, the commercial real estate sector will feel the bi