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When we speak with clients and investors who are looking to get into real estate investing for the first time, there are typically two obstacles that stand in their way: One, they lack the funding to do their first deal.  Two, they lack the knowledge to execute the deal.  TheseRead more "Getting Started in Real Estate"

My previous blog post detailed the basics of the most common types of lease agreements.  However, there can be much more to a commercial lease, including important clauses that can be very impactful to the bottom line and one’s success.  Those clauses will be outlined in this entry. One importantRead more "The Basics of Commercial Leasing (Pt 2)"

Nearly everyone has experience with residential leasing at some point in their life.  Residential leases are typically straightforward, outlining the responsibilities of the landlord and the tenant, the stated rent due date and the inclusion or exclusion of utility costs within the stated rental amount.  However, when it comes toRead more "The Basics of Commercial Leasing"

The Time Value of Money (TVM) is an important factor when analyzing commercial real estate opportunities for investment.  The TVM is the idea that money in hand is worth more than money given or earned in the future.  For example, if someone were given the option between $5.00 today orRead more "The Time Value of Money (TVM)"