Investments

19 Jun A Critical Trend in CRE Over The Next 10 Years

Posted at 16:15h in Business, Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords, Leasing by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

Big data is not necessarily a new concept. However, it has been a big topic of conversation when it comes to commercial real estate lately. “Although Big Data is not new, its exponential growth within CRE is. Today’s challenge involves getting a handle on a workable platform, taking the right steps in assembling a CRE data repository, isolating meaningful data...

01 May Read These 4 Books Before Investing in Commercial Real Estate

Posted at 17:33h in Business, Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

You may have thought about investing in commercial real estate. Many people have found incredible success in the industry and it is a great way to achieve your financial goals for an entrepreneurial-minded individual. As a self-starter, education is important and taking the time to learn about the industry can provide priceless knowledge and tips on becoming successful that you...

27 Mar How To Find Your Perfect Industrial Property

Posted at 18:01h in Business, Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Industrial, Insights, Investments, Office Buildings, Opportunity Zones by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 2 Comments

When looking for an industrial property there are a variety of factors that come into play. Although looking for an industrial space can be a bit daunting, especially if you are an unseasoned investor, having the right information and assistance will set you up for success. When you're scouting for a commercial industrial space, it's important to know what your...

24 Mar 8 Tips Before Photographing Your Commercial Property For Sale

Posted at 20:06h in Business, Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords, Leasing, Multifamily, Office Buildings, Retail, Technology by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

Did you know that according to The Wall Street Journal, real estate buyers spend 60% of their time looking at photos and listings with high-quality photos can gain anywhere between $934 and $116,000 on the market? So, when they say a picture is worth a thousand words, it might also be worth a thousand dollars. What can you do to...

13 Mar So You Think You Want to Own a Coworking Space?

Posted at 15:58h in Business, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords, Leasing, Office Buildings by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

Shared office space is all the rage right now, but just because it is popular does that mean it is profitable? As an investor, should you invest in a shared office space? In case you have been considering it, let's take a look into the pros and cons of coworking spaces. What Exactly is a Coworking Space? Coworking is a newer term...

27 Feb 5 Reasons You Should NEVER Hire A Broker

Posted at 16:40h in Business, Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords, Leasing, Multifamily, Office Buildings, Retail, Vacant Land by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

When investing in commercial real estate, everyone wants to work as efficiently as possible and get the best deals out there. You’re no exception. To accomplish this, many investors and business owners hire professional real estate brokers to help with their purchasing & leasing. You are probably reading this article because you’re currently deliberating whether or not you should hire a...

13 Feb Buyers Beware: The Top 6 “Time-Sucks” to Avoid

Posted at 17:01h in Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Leasing, Multifamily, Office Buildings, Retail by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

In today’s society, time can be called one of our most precious commodities. If you are planning on buying a commercial property, it is incredibly pivotal to use your time wisely. These 6 things are major wastes of time, also known as “time sucks” for investors looking to buy a commercial property. Let’s look at the things that should be...

06 Feb Important Tips When Purchasing an Investment Property

Posted at 13:46h in Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Leasing by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 3 Comments

When it comes to purchasing an investment property there are many reasons why investors are attracted to commercial real estate. Commercial investment properties often offer promising returns with low risk. However, as a new investor, or one looking to move into commercial investing, you may be interested in learning about some of the best tips for diving in. Here's a few...

30 Jan 5 Reasons Your Investment Property is Still Vacant

Posted at 17:31h in Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords, Leasing by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

As the current or future owner of an investment property, a high vacancy rate is the stuff of nightmares. Vacancy not only minimizes an investor’s return but also decreases the profitability of an investment property over time. Though currently, demand has surpassed supply in most of the commercial real estate realms, that doesn’t mean every property is safe from vacancy. So,...

23 Jan 5 Reasons Your Commercial Property Hasn’t Sold

Posted at 17:41h in Commercial, Elifin Weekly, Insights, Investments, Landlords by Mathew Laborde, CCIM 0 Comments

Selling your commercial property should be easy right? Demand is up, communities are thriving and people who have money are spending it. However, sometimes you may feel that your commercial property has been on the market for ages and not a dent has been made in hopes of a sale. So what are some reasons why your property might not...