by Shawna | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog
When there are vacancies in commercial buildings, tenants may feel that they are in a good position to seek concessions from landlords on new leases or in exchange for extending or renewing existing leases. Landlords are apt to make deals for two reasons: (1.) The...
by Shawna | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog
Newer office buildings may fill up at the expense of older office buildings. Since new buildings cost more to build than the older ones, rents may be higher. The actual dollars-per-square-foot costs must be compared, along with other benefits that the tenant may...
by Shawna | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog
One or both of the parties to a lease of commercial or office space may want to sever the relationship prior to the end of the lease term. A tenant may want to terminate the tenancy, for example, because his business has grown since he first moved in and he requires...
by Shawna | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog
Real estate investments can be set up to generate one or more types of returns: Cash flow to owners (yield or return on investment). Appreciation of owner’s capital (capital appreciation). Shelter of cash flow and/or other income from taxation (tax benefits)....
by Shawna | Apr 27, 2023 | Blog
A new tenant and an investor share the same first impression of a commercial building or an apartment property. That first impression is crucial. Before marketing the property, think about the outside appearance. The “look” affects both tenants and buyers. The...
