The Branson metropolitan area largely avoided the work-from-home trend that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, demand for office space has remained healthy in our area. In fact, almost all building classifications were near capacity in 2022, according to Commercial One Brokers’ 2023 commercial real estate forecast. Class A and B were down … Read more
With interest rates rising over the past two years, it’s no surprise that commercial real estate borrowers are feeling a bit of sticker shock these days. Banks and other lenders have also curtailed lending activity and tightened standards. In the second quarter of 2023, CRE loan originations from banks decreased by 69% from one year … Read more
Investing in commercial real estate can be an excellent opportunity to build wealth. As with all investments, profit potential is your main consideration when comparing different properties. How can you be confident that the money you invest today will generate a healthy return in the future? That’s where net present value and internal rate of … Read more
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes If you’re new to the world of commercial real estate, you may be unsure how to get started. Commercial real estate, or CRE, refers to property that is used exclusively for business purposes. You make money in CRE by selling it, holding it or leasing it to tenants for income-generating … Read more
Buying commercial property for investment can help you build wealth. When you invest in commercial real estate, you can earn higher returns, have another source of cash flow and get tax benefits, like deferring capital gains. As with many of life’s choices, investing in commercial property has risks and rewards. As a first-time investor, you … Read more
You can find bank-owned commercial properties for sale at auctions, on bank websites or via brokers. Once you’ve combed through REO listings and found what you want, it’s time to start thinking about your offer. A commercial foreclosure may seem like the chance to pitch a lowball offer. The bank wants to sell the property … Read more
A commercial foreclosure could be your chance to scoop up a property that suits your needs for a lower price. For some, REO (real estate owned) properties can be a good investment—or a good start if you’ve never owned commercial real estate before. If you’re up for renovating or have an extensive network of clients … Read more
If you’ve struggled to find property for your needs or wonder if it is best to lease or buy property, consider a third option: development. Instead of searching for available inventory, you can build the commercial property you envision. You’ll need a commercial construction loan if you’re ready to develop vacant land and invest in … Read more
Taxes. They are a fact of life. No matter how you feel about them, everyone pays their due. You must pay property taxes if you own commercial real estate. Commercial property taxes take a chunk out of your budget. State and local governments levy property taxes, as do entities like counties and school districts. You … Read more
A severe storm damages your property. Someone vandalizes your business, breaking your storefront window. Your restaurant’s kitchen catches fire. Natural disasters, vandalism and accidents can harm your commercial property. You can’t predict the future, but you can protect your assets. Commercial property insurance covers damages when the worst occurs. You can replace or repair your … Read more
