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How to Win at Commercial Real Estate Negotiation

Dec 9th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: Uncategorized, how to, ideas, syndicated post

A Syndicated Post By John Highman
Commercial real estate is a category of property that is structured around income performance. It is the lease that provides the stability to the income performance. When you get the lease correctly structured and agreed, the property will be a performing asset. Poorly leased properties with random lease documentation on [...]



Getting the Real Truth in Commercial Property Inspections

Sep 8th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: building technology, how to, syndicated post

Syndicated Post
By John Highman
When looking at a new commercial or retail investment property for the first time, it is wise to have some form of checklist and system which assists you in the process. We have created this checklist to help get you on the right track.
When inspecting the property is almost [...]



How to Perform Proper Due Diligence When Buying Commercial Real Estate

Aug 5th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: Uncategorized, how to, syndicated post

What a great piece by Glen Crozier!  Found this one this morning and just had to share it with you.  Some wonderful ideas; short, sweet, and to the point.  Drop me a line to discuss your options when buying or selling commercial property.
Syndicated Post
There are three key factors that you must focus on when doing [...]



13 Important Property Specific Due Diligence Steps – Know the Right Residential Property Information

May 11th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: Uncategorized, how to, ideas, syndicated post

Due diligence includes physical inspection of the property. Key areas to include during this step are:

Drainage should be checked including grates and issues that may cause rushing water to the edges of buildings. Also, look for areas that show signs of standing water issues.
Grounds should be checked for sink holes. Landscaping needs and fixes should [...]



Building a Stellar Condo Conversion Team

May 6th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: how to, syndicated post

Syndicated Post
All successful condo conversions rely on the efforts of a great many people, and building a condo conversion team that you can work well with is paramount to a successful and lucrative project. The people you surround yourself with will be your most valuable resource for [...]



How to Find the Right Commercial Real Estate Broker

Mar 23rd, 2010 | By Doug | Category: how to, ideas, syndicated post

Syndicated Post by Darin Garman
One of the things that can really catapult your success investing in apartments and commercial real estate is working with the right commercial broker. Finding a great deal is really all about the numbers, and getting more deals across your desk. Working with the right commercial broker will not only [...]



A Creative Strategy You Can Use to Buy a Business Now

Mar 5th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: how to, syndicated post

Syndicated Post by Martin Shultz
You want to buy a business now. You believe that market conditions in your target industry have bottomed and are most likely to improve. You need a creative strategy that will allow you to satisfy wants and needs of prospective business sellers, but still not expose you and your capital to [...]



Should You Renovate to Attract and Retain Tenants?

Jan 14th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: how to, ideas, trends

Are you a small independent landlord trying to rent your properties? Consider renovating them. A recent survey indicates that over half of small, independent landlords are renovating vacant properties in an effort to differentiate themselves from the competition and attract tenants. Renovations don’t just help you attract new tenants; they help you retain current tenants [...]



7 Time Management Tips For Small Business Owners

Jan 8th, 2010 | By Doug | Category: how to, ideas, syndicated post

Guest Post
Are you a small business owner who is always late in meeting deadlines? Or are you the kind of business owner who does not have time for his family and always feels the pressure of doing more in less time. Then please keep on reading. Being self employed is really great but it also [...]



Of Course It’s For Sale!

Dec 27th, 2009 | By Doug | Category: how to, syndicated post

Back in the spring, I did a piece on selling your business and was featured on our local Chamber of Commerce Podcast site as a result. Since I’m taking a bit of a break right now, I thought this might be a good syndicated post to share about getting ready to sell your business. [...]