Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Buying commercial real estate can be very intimidating to someone that has never done it before. It can...
Buying commercial real estate can be very intimidating to someone that has never done it before. It can easily lead to a bit of information overload because of all of the resources available to new buyers. Below are some tips to assist you in getting all of this information organized to where you can start buying commercial property smarter.
Remember when buying commercial real estate that the loans are structured differently than residential real estate loans. Buying a triplex is the same as buying a commercial property and it is not eligible for a residential loan. So remember when looking for commercial property, know the facts on commercial real estate loans before buying.
Make a careful selection of the broker you are going to use. Take the time to get to know him and find out if your interests are going to be your broker's first priority. If the broker does not agree with your objectives, move on to interview the next broker on your list.
If you are in a partnership situation with commercial real estate, you should get a non-recourse loan in order to protect yourself. Non-recourse means that you are not personally guaranteeing the loan. This is important because it allows you to be removed from the loan if the partnership doesn't work out.
When you are purchasing commercial real estate, make sure that you use a broker who has a lot of experience in the field. You will want someone who knows what they are doing to maximize your potential of getting the best deal. This will save money and elevate the value of your purchase.
If you are planning on investing in an apartment complex, think big. The more apartment spaces you have to rent, the greater your profit potential. Think of it this way; as long as you have to take out a loan to finance the building, you may as well make it worth your while. Not only can you earn more money with a larger building, but in most cases it is no more difficult to manage than a smaller building.
Consider whether to manage your rental property on your own, or through a rental agency. On your own may be less expensive, but if there are problems in the future with unpaid rent, damages, or lawsuits, you will be glad to have someone on your side. Not to mention the inconvenience of having to find a plumber at 2am when the pipes freeze. Let someone else deal with the headaches.
Learn the new formulas that run commercial real estate. Just like how you use formulas such as the 75% rule when buying houses, commercial property will have new and different formulas to get used to, like Net Operating Income and Cap Rates. Make sure you're familiar with them in order to make a good deal.
Hopefully, these tips have provided you with some very valuable information, as well as given you a way to organize all of the thoughts and information you may have already had on buying commercial property. Keeping these tips in mind when you start buying can help you one day become a smarter commercial property buyer.
Stephen Canjar is President/Owner of Peak Performers Realty Inc. Niagara.
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