1031 Exchange Benefits – What You Should Know
The IRS Code 1031 says that if you make a like-for-like exchange, you don’t have to pay the gains tax at the time of the…Read More→
Read More....Understanding Estoppel Certificates and Why They Matter
You may see a clause in the landlord’s lease entitled Estoppel Certificates or “estoppel Letters”. You could read it over and not understand what this…Read More→
Read More....What is a 1031 Exchange? And why you need it!
What is a 1031 Exchange? Yes, if you have any investment property, even if only a parcel of land and you don’t know what a…Read More→
Read More....Rules for Exchanging a Vacation Home
The IRS provides a safe harbor for exchanging a vacation home (defined as “dwelling unit” in the Rev. Proc.). This ruling provides clear guidance of…Read More→
Read More....The Tower at Scottsdale Landing
THE CHALLENGE Sagicor Life Insurance Company is a full-service life insurance company that operates in 22 countries Their Scottsdale location at the Galleria was nestled…Read More→
Read More....2130-2160 E Brown Road – Office & Medical Space
THE CHALLENGE This 12,000 square foot multi-tenant office/medical building had quite a bit of deferred maintenance. The building was 40% occupied at the time with…Read More→
Read More....Buying Commercial Real Estate: Due Diligence Checklist
Are you buying commercial real estate? Here is a due diligence checklist. Due Diligence, if performed properly and thoroughly, will prevent you from experiencing major…Read More→
Read More....Understanding Your Commercial Lease Agreement
You will come across many clauses in your commercial lease agreement that have been prepared by the Landlord. There is more to consider than just…Read More→
Read More....Subletting and Assignment of Lease: What is the Difference?
Have you considered subletting your space? There are several ways to get rid of some or all of your space you lease that you don’t…Read More→
Read More....Using the Starker Exchange Technique
What is a Starker exchange and how can commercial real estate investors utilize it? Many of you that are reading are familiar with a 1031…Read More→
Read More....Advantages and Disadvantages of Selling a Commercial Property
When selling a commercial property there are advantages and disadvantages. Let’s explore the financial consequences (good and bad) of selling a commercial property. Advantages of…Read More→
Read More....How to Use the Sale-Leaseback When Other Forms of Financing are More Costly
How can you use the sale-leaseback method when other forms of financing are more costly? If the money market will support your financial needs at…Read More→
Read More....How to Reduce Building Operating Expenses
There are few things you can do to increase the value of your property, you can either raise rents or reduce operating expenses. I’d like…Read More→
Read More....Economic Challenges of COVID-19 on Commercial Real Estate
Many are comparing the economic challenges of COVID-19 on commercial real estate to that of the last recession. But CRE was in a much stronger…Read More→
Read More....What are 1031 Exchange Fees?
1031 Exchange Fees? Yes, there are costs associated with 1031 exchanges. When you are selling an investment property and decide to do an IRC 1031…Read More→
Read More....The More Important Parts of a Commercial Lease
There are a few parts of a commercial lease that you should pay close attention to. Commercial leases are lengthy documents that can be seriously…Read More→
Read More....10 Things to Know About 1031 Exchanges
(1) A §1031 tax deferred exchange is for investment property only. Land, commercial, or residential property that has been rented out, all qualify. (2) A…Read More→
Read More....When to Start Looking for a New Commercial Office Space
When should you start looking for a new commercial office space? Typically, companies start looking for a new commercial office space as little as nine…Read More→
Read More....Terms to Look For in Your Commercial Lease Agreement
A commercial lease agreement can be an intimidating document, especially for those who don’t work with real estate on a regular basis. Reading your entire…Read More→
Read More....Tenant Improvement Projects – Things to Remember
Planning tenant improvement projects used to be simple — design rows of private offices with cubicles in front and don’t forget a storage room and…Read More→
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