Monthly Archives: January 2010

Investments In Commercial Real Estate: Office Buildings. How Best To Analyze Various Properties?

I’m interested in investing in an office building in the Seattle area. What are the best tools to anyalyze various properties? Are there any websites someone might recommend?

What Is The Difference In Leasing A Commercial Property And Renting One?

leasing is generally for along space of time i.e 100 years, which every year you pay a certain amount, wheras renting is a short space of time i.e 1 year and generally you pay by week or month.

How To Get Started In Commercial Real Estate?

i know, i need to get a broker… but any hints on how to select the right property? mistakes to look out for? any advice appreciated.

Can Someone Teach Me How To Convince The Landlord To Rent A Commercial Property To Me?

I am interested in a commercial property which is currently leased by someone. I plan to take over it due to a business and there is no bad intention on my part. Heard that this tenant can’t pay his rental. I have approached the management about renting a small space from it. They told me [...]

Where Is An Online Resource For Commercial Real Estate In The Philippines?

I want to price office spaces for lease in Metro Manila.

Would You Rather Start A Commercial Real Estate Development Company Or Become An Investment Banker?

investment banker.

I Want To Sell My Commercial Real Estate To To A Foreign Investor Because The Dollar Is So Weak?

Can anyone tell me where to advertise or any other suggestion?

What Is The Average Annual % Increase For A Commercial Property? New York?

I’m currently putting together an offer for a commercial lease. What’s the average annual increase on a 5 years fixed rental increase? Is a one time 10% increase every 5 years too much for the landlord to be asking for?

Besides Commissions On Selling Properties, How Do Commercial Real Estate Companies Make Money?

I am especially interested in the leasing aspect of them and what their fees are or how they make money in leasing.

What Are The Top Alternate Careers For Commercial Real Estate Attorneys?

I am a mid-level (5+ years) attorney with major firm experience. I am curious as to other professional career choices. Income is a concern. I would need to make in excess of $100K per annum.