3 Types of Commercial Real Estate Easements

When someone purchases property or land, it is often assumed that the property could be used for whatever purpose the buyer desires.  However, that is not always the case. Sometimes there are  ‘easements’ which affect the use of the property. An easement is a legal right to use and/or enter another landowner’s property without possessing…

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Commercial Property: 6 Reasons To Purchase

Have you ever wondered if it would be more beneficial to purchase commercial space instead of leasing it?    Below are 6 reasons that may persuade you to become an owner! Equity – As you pay down the loan principal and interest your stake in the property grows.  The equity could be used as collateral for…

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5 General Steps to Purchasing a Building using SBA Financing

Following is a timeline with a list of items that should be addressed during each specific time period. This is a general timing format subject to change according to the specific transaction. It is very important to work with a knowledgeable Commercial Real Estate Broker when purchasing property. Pre-Escrow Negotiate Contract Open Escrow Executed Contract…

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6 Benefits of Flex Buildings for Commercial Real Estate

What is flex space? Flex space is a term used for lightly zoned buildings. It is also used when referring to industrial or office space.  According to CoStar, it is “a type of building designed to be versatile, which may be used in combination with office (corporate headquarters), research and development, quasi-retail sales, and including but not…

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6 Advantages to a Sale Leaseback for Seller & Buyer

A sale lease back occurs when a property owner sells property to an investor while agreeing to lease back the property for a mutually acceptable rental rate and term. Seller Advantages: To stay in current location and avoid cost of relocating. Free up cash to put into business, business acquisitions, working capital or into seller’s…

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Wire Fraud in Real Estate- 5 Tips to Protect Yourself

Cyber thieves have entered into the Real Estate world and you need to protect yourself! Money transfer schemes are sophisticated and buyers and sellers are their targets. In 2017, according to the FBI, there were more than 9,600 victims in the real estate sector with over $56 million in losses. Below are some important tips: Consider…

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