July 2023

UNDERSTANDING THE DYNAMICS OF HOUSE BUBBLES

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This boilerplate disclaimer is standard wording for almost any financial investment we might make. Still, it is frequently ignored when it comes to buying a home. Homebuyers are often led to believe that because prices rose last year, they must rise again the following year. The same is […]

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INSTITUTIONAL REAL ESTATE

Many people like to refer to “institutional real estate.” They discuss “institutional-quality” assets, “institutional investors,” “institutional sponsors,” and other similar terms. Given how broadly time is used, it’s worth delving into what it means.  The United States chief executive, Mike Hu, was recently interviewed for this article. Gaw Capital, USA is a significant institutional company

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HOW TO AVOID COMMERCIAL LIENS AFTER THE POSTING (PART 2)

You should still take extra precautions to safeguard yourself from future liens, even if no obvious title problems are discovered during your net lease acquisition. For example, if your tenant fails to pay for their tenant improvements, you may be subject to a mechanic’s lien being tacked onto the property. Property liens, as discussed in

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HOW TO ESTIMATE THE POTENTIAL VALUE OF A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY (PART 1)

PART I You’ve heard the saying, “retail follows rooftops,” but how else can you forecast potential appreciation before purchasing that commercial property? Simply put, you make money through CRE by obtaining cash flow, appreciation, and principal buildup through paying down the loan. Regarding appreciation, most commercial property will appreciate if appropriately maintained and its market

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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT COMMERCIAL LIENS BEFORE THE CLOSING (PART 1)

So you’ve submitted your Purchase and Sale Agreement and are undergoing due diligence. While ensuring no stone is left unturned, remember that there’s more to look out for when uncovering liens against the property. Here are the key points to consider before closing any net lease property.   Liens First and foremost, let’s go over

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TIPS ON CRE INVESTMENT FROM DR. DAVID GELTNER (Part 2)

Part 2: Interview with Dr. David Geltner          In part 1, Dr. David Geltner (writer of commercial real estate investing) described the look of the next recession. Part 2 of his discussion on CRE includes insightful information which helps expand your portfolio. TRCR:   Why hasn’t academic research into U.S. commercial real estate mirrored that of

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HOW WILL THE NEXT RECESSION LOOK LIKE (PART 1)

Part 1: Dr. David Geltner’s interview The author of the world’s most cited real estate textbook looks into the future. Not “if,” but “when” will there be another recession. It is critical to safeguard your portfolio to maintain your net worth. What will the next recession bring? Speaking with you is an honor for me,

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MANUFACTURING TITLE EXCEPTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The entire collection of documents affecting a specific property determines real estate title. A thorough review of title issues is required for exceptions and requirements. Buyers and sellers of commercial real estate conduct extensive due diligence on the property and the other parties, which can delay the transaction. Let’s look at title exceptions and requirements

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IS THE SPONSOR GETTING A FAIR COMPENSATION OR DEFRAUDING ME?

What is normal “compensation” and what is not? Is it the time when I should not mind spending more money? This article describes how I assess these items.  Can you confirm that sponsor XYZ is being compensated fairly? Taking advantage of me? I’m new to real estate and alternative investments, and one of the most

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FACTS ABOUT REAL ESTATE IRA

You can invest using a self-directed IRA in residential and commercial real estate, mortgage notes, land, and other assets (SDIRA). What exactly is an IRA in Real Estate? A real estate IRA is a type of SDIRA (self-directed individual retirement account) that uses investing in real estate. Opening a Traditional, Roth, SEP, or SIMPLE self-directed

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