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The Pulse #8

A weekly update on the commercial real estate landscape of Baton Rouge. Upcoming Planning Commission Cases Fred's / Reggie's Bar Expansion in Tigerland Submitted January 30th, 2019 by Chris G Young. Requested rezoning from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-2) for the planned "addition to existing alcoholic beverage outlet." Application - View Location on Map Closed Restaurant on Coursey to Become Plasma Center...

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5 Reasons You Should NEVER Hire A Broker

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...

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The Pulse - best commercial real estate baton rouge news elifin realty

The Pulse #7

A weekly update on the commercial real estate landscape of Baton Rouge. Latest Planning Commission Requests Rezoning for Drago's Restaurant off I-10 / College Dr.  Submitted January 29th, 2019 by Kalley L. LeBoeuf (attorney for buyer). Requested rezoning from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage (C-AB-1) for the planned restaurant, Drago's. Application - View Location on Map Coming Soon: Used Car Lot on...

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6 Perspectives You Must Consider Before Relocating Your Business

So, you’re thinking about relocating your business. Whether you are moving for personal reasons, business opportunities, or just because you want a change of scenery, moving can be a big change in your life. A relocation can often affect your business in an extremely positive manner, but it is always important to be prepared. If you are thinking of relocating...

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The Pulse #6

A weekly update on the commercial real estate landscape of Baton Rouge. Tonight's February Planning Commission Cases Highpointe Oak Subdivision - Four Residential Homes Deferred from 1/22/19 meeting. Submitted December 6th, 2018 by Matthew S. Estopinal. Requesting Rezoning from Single Family Residential (A1) to Infill/Mixed Use Small Planned Development Unit (ISPUD). The location of requested rezoning is 0.56 acres on the...

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

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...

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The Pulse #5

A weekly update on the commercial real estate landscape of Baton Rouge. Upcoming February Planning Commission Cases Goodwood Plantation Renovations + Development - Office Suites, Retail, Mixed Use This proposed Infill / Mixed Use Small Planned Unit Development (ISPUD) is 1.85 acres located in the center of Adelia at Old Goodwood. The plans include retail/commercial buildings surrounding the historic Goodwood Plantation home and renovation...

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Important Tips When Purchasing an Investment Property

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...

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The Pulse #4

A weekly update on the commercial real estate landscape of Baton Rouge. Upcoming February Planning Commission Cases Valencia Park - Multifamily development with preference for Veterans Deferred from 12/10/18 and 1/22/19 meetings. This is a proposed 122-unit, multifamily affordable residential development with a perference for veterans. Proposed rezoning of General Residential & Heavy Commercial lots (A4 & C2) to SPUD (Small Planned...

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5 Reasons Your Investment Property is Still Vacant

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,...

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