Your commercial real estate investment’s occupancy rate has a direct impact on your business cash flow and your bottom line. But how can you plan for the natural ebb and flow of occupancy? And what are the best practices for occupancy planning? Let’s take a closer look.  Calculating Your Occupancy Rate Chances are you already know how to calculate your occupancy rate. It’s the ratio of occupied rental units versus the total number of units. So whether you’re calculating occupan... read more

For commercial real estate clients who are considering an investment property, a Realtor who will help establish a realistic budget can be a valued resource. So CRE agents who are seeking to build trust with investor clients can start by helping them anticipate expenses and manage financial expectations before they sign on the dotted line.  For any property buyer, it’s easy to get stuck on the numbers behind the mortgage total itself. But the truth is, there are many expenses associated with... read more

When considering investment opportunities, commercial real estate offers an attractive alternative to the volatility of other asset classes. In fact, according to crowdstreet.com, the U.S. commercial and multi-family real estate market is widely regarded as a safe haven for investments, and as such, draws both domestic and international investors. That begs the question: could an investment in commercial real estate be right for you?  The rationale of investors who choose commercial real estate vary. S... read more

In 2018, the sharing economy is likely to have a continuing impact on the commercial real estate (CRE) industry, according to industry analysts. For those with limited knowledge of the concept, the so-called sharing economy allows individuals to share their resources either at no cost, or for a fee, and is often anchored by tech solutions. For the CRE, the sharing economy has led to shifts on numerous industry fronts, and investors and developers will likely want to be mindful of these economic changes.  ... read more