Importance of Environmental Due Diligence
Monday, August 22
When purchasing commercial properties, it is fairly common to conduct physical due diligence and assessments, as well as inspections, but environmental due diligence is another important aspect. Some commercial properties have buried fuel tanks or the like, when for example, it was used as a gas...
Why this Recession is Different than the Last
Tuesday, August 09
Not all recessions are created equal. While the real estate market took a sharp downturn during the Great Recession, history tells us that real estate is not always impacted by a recession. The fundamentals of the current real estate market support continued growth, even if there is a brief lev...
Underwriting During Recessionary Times
Monday, July 25
With a possible recession looming, inflation, and interest rate hikes, there may soon be increased buying opportunities. Property prices may level, or at the least, there may be more supply on the market. Though investors should always underwrite conservatively, doing so during economic uncerta...
Keys to a Strong Commercial Appraisal
Monday, July 11
A strong appraisal will have a substantial impact on the strength of a commercial project. On the purchase side, it can be the difference between funding the deal. On the refinance side, it impacts whether can return capital – and how much – to investors. To ensure you obtain the strongest app...
Vetting a Property Manager
Sunday, June 26
A property manager is one of the most important parts of your team, so it is crucial that you do your due diligence and work with a solid property manager. A property manager is your boots on the ground, and can identify issues – whether that be problem tenants or property issues – before they...
Reasons to Invest in Real Estate During a Recession
Monday, June 13
The unfortunate reality is that recessions are part of the economic cycle, and nearly impossible to avoid. With economic uncertainty abound, many people are asking how to prepare themselves. Historically, real estate values have continued to increase the past few decades - sometimes even during...