Summary: The accuracy of a cost estimate can make or break a commercial real estate development project. Finding the perfect partner will help your next construction project stay on budget and time. Let’s look at hard and soft expenses, examples of both, and how to estimate the entire cost of a development project. Understanding some […]
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What do McDonald’s, Starbucks, Olive Garden, Dollar General, and Olive Garden all have in common? It doesn’t take more than a second to recognize each one’s brand as you drive past it. Their external and internal construction each have a distinctive design. And these Fortune 500 corporations don’t only achieve this by renovating an existing,
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Summary: Uncovering all site circumstances can help determine if a project will be a gold mine or a black hole. How? Here are five tips. Although going the commercial redevelopment route has several benefits, you must first decide if it is the correct situation. If you choose the wrong redevelopment project, you could have nothing
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When investing as a passive partner in a real estate project, cash distributions are computed and made using a ‘waterfall,’ most of which are constructed according to somewhat uniform criteria, and some are more creative. Real estate syndications use these “waterfalls” to set up and pay principals and investors. Once a developer sets up a
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(Disclaimer: I’m an investor, not a financial advisor, and this is just my own view. Before making any investment decisions, speak with your own financial advisor.) We looked at risk, withdrawal fees, limits, and targets in part 1 of this article. We shall contrast skin in the game, the minimum investment, organizational costs, etc., in
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Everyday, non-accredited investors can now participate for the first time. Which, however, is a cover charge-worthy offering? (Disclaimer: I’m an investor, not a financial advisor, and this is just my own view. Before making any investment decisions, speak with your own financial advisor.) Welcome Aboard! Real estate crowdfunding was for far too long primarily available
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Summary: How do off-site enhancements affect your project? Off-site upgrades have drawbacks, yet they’re a crucial component of commercial real estate development. Four of the most frequent off-site enhancements in commercial real estate development were broken down in one of our most recent posts. Access roads, walkways, and curbs are additional site improvements frequently needed
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Summary: As the business costs are rising, what will companies find most valuable when expanding? Costs and bottom line drive your next project, so finding a competent preferred developer will help you navigate and reduce costs. Today, corporate expenses are higher than ever. The bottom line is still a key priority in this environment of
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Summary: Hiring a developer? Here are commercial developer misconceptions debunked. One of the critical decisions for businesses trying to grow through new development is whether to handle it internally or hire an outside developer. Due to erroneous information or potential adverse effects, there may be some hesitancy among individuals who are new to the procedure.
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT HIRING A PREFERRED DEVELOPER Read More »
Due to their consistent income, absence of management worries, and stable tenants, build to suit triple net (NNN) leases are particularly tempting to investors wishing to diversify their portfolio with a reliable investment. And employing capitalization rates is one of the most popular and significant methods for valuing these builds to suit NNN lease assets.
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