What is a Balloon Payment? A balloon payment is a large lump sum due at the end of a loan's term, significantly larger than the regular monthly payments made during the loan period. This structure allows for lower monthly payments, making it an attractive option for many borrowers. Commercial balloon loans usually span three to ten years or more, though monthly payments...
Commercial property owners and investors often find themselves weighing the decision to sell their rental properties. Evaluating your portfolio during shifting market conditions is important to maximize returns on your investments. But one question that comes up frequently during this process is whether to sell your property while it’s tenant occupied, or wait until it's vacant. Selling Occupied Properties Selling a property...
Commercial Real Estate is a broad industry that covers a lot of asset classes and property types. Many people are interested in knowing what commercial properties are the most profitable. Understanding the reasons why certain sectors perform higher than others can help support your success in an ever-fluctuating market. Here are some of the property types that perform well and...
Understanding the market lease rates allows both landlords and tenants to make well-informed decisions when it comes to leasing commercial properties in your market. On the subreddit r/CommercialRealEstate, users discussed the best approach to determining these numbers. Here are some of the tools and methods to get the numbers right. Engage with Brokers for Insider Knowledge One of the most reliable ways...
If you’re looking to develop or invest in commercial land, it’s great to have access to reliable and comprehensive listings. On the subreddit r/realestateinvesting, user fasteddy7283 asked for recommendations for the best online resource or tool to buy land in the United States. These are some of the top websites where you can find commercial land for sale online. 1. Crexi Crexi...
A Modified Gross Lease is a type of commercial lease agreement where the tenant pays a base rent along with a specified combination of the operating expenses associated with the property. These expenses can include utilities, maintenance, insurance, and taxes. The unique aspect of this lease is the negotiation flexibility it offers, allowing tenants and landlords to tailor the agreement...
In the commercial real estate world, It is important to understand the classification of various properties. This is especially true for unique properties like churches, which serve specific purposes and hold special places in communities. A common question that arises is whether churches are considered commercial or residential properties. The Classification of Churches in Real Estate Churches are generally classified as commercial...
// Article originally appeared in New Orleans City Business on November 13, 2023 Construction on St. Bernard Circle Apartments, across from Circle Food Store in Orleans Parish, is currently underway after breaking ground on October 25. Permits have been issued for the construction of the 53,485-square-foot, four-story, multifamily development, which will also feature two retail spaces and a landscaped community park....
// Article originally appeared in New Orleans City Business on November 2, 2023 The 80,500-square-foot facility in Mid-City known as the Orleans Justice Medical Services Building has been permitted for a sum of $88,750,000 in construction value. Located at 2900 Perdido St., the project is being spearheaded by Grace Hebert Curtis Architects. The state-of-the-art facility will primarily function as male and female...
// Article originally appeared in New Orleans City Business on October 16, 2023 Interior work has been permitted to begin at 714 Baronne St., the ground-floor, retail component of 710 Baronne St., itself a 69,000-square-foot redevelopment in the Warehouse District. In addition to the 9,000 square feet of commercially used space, 46,000 square feet on the upper levels are being built...