Why “Going Direct” Can Cost Commercial Tenants Far More Than They Realize When a business owner begins exploring new space or planning a relocation, one of the biggest decisions they face is whether to work with a commercial broker or contact landlords directly. Many tenants assume that by skipping commercial tenant representation and “going direct,” they’ll negotiate a better deal. It sounds logical — but in commercial real estate, it’s almost always misleading… and often ve

As your business grows, working from a garage, spare bedroom, or storage unit may no longer cut it. You need room to store inventory, run operations, and meet clients—without losing the convenience of having an office. That’s where Flex Space comes in.

Representing yourself in court is not a good idea, neither is looking to lease new Commercial Real Estate by yourself. The first rule I was taught when I started my Commercial Real Estate career was “Never take your For Lease sign down”. At first, Ididn’t understand, yet after 10 years I have been guilty of this same practice. Why? Even after leasing the space at that location, the listing agent will still receive calls from the sign so that they can tell them about their oth

How is the Highest and Best Use price determined? What isn’t relevant is what the seller had previously paid for the property. Commercial Real Estate (CRE) is all valued by how much income it can produce. There are numerous examples of how this drives the highest price for a piece of property. When you see a Walgreens Store get replaced by a WAWA, what that really means is that the property can make more money with the WAWA and can command a higher sale and/or lease price. I

The approach to selling Commercial Real Estate has more to do with what Marketing Strategy is used than having the wrong price. Although pricing needs to be evaluated, the number of property inquiries is a better measurement. CRE Marketing and Pricing is based on what the Highest and Best Use of the property. There are a number of considerations to consider. Should a property have a long-term tenant with a long-term lease, the marketing and pricing strategy would focus on the

“ It’s easier to ask forgiveness than it is to get permission ” is not a good strategy when it comes to Commercial Real Estate’s Municipal Zoning Codes. There is nothing worse than assuming that a use is permitted, fit out your new locations use and then a Code Enforcement Officer visits your location only to find out it is not a Permitted Use.   Why are there so many different Zoning Ordinances? Virtually all municipalities have a master plan that identifies where there can

Are you considering buying or selling commercial real estate in South Florida? Mastering the intricacies of this process can be a key factor in achieving success. Whether you are looking to sell your business along with the real estate or acquire a new property for your expanding company, having a solid understanding of the market and the process can make a significant difference in the outcome. CRERealtor.net, a well-established business based in Boca Raton, is your go-to pa