Tips for a Smooth 1031 Exchange To Help You Save Money

On January 9, 2020   /   Commercial Real Estate Buyer Representation, Commercial Real Estate Education  
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If you’re thinking about selling an investment or business property, a 1031 exchange can be a great option to increase your cash flow by deferring taxes. Simply put, a 1031 exchange allows a taxpayer to sell an investment or real estate property and reinvest the proceeds in a similar, “like-kind” property that is equal to or greater in value. As long as IRS rules are diligently followed, capital gains on the sale of the property will be postponed. To help ensure your exchange is smooth and successful, here are five things to consider: 1. Start Looking For Your Next Property

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Simply Own It – The American Dream: Increase your wealth with commercial real estate – 11 Steps to Ownership

On January 3, 2020   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Simply Own It  

The first portion of Simply Own It, the American Dream, examines commercial real estate basics and the attributes of a skilled buyer representation and how to qualify them. The second portion outlines the 11-step purchase process in detail as a sample buyer, like yourself, navigates his way through the intricate process. Step One – Strategic Plan, the power of advanced preparation. Meet with your commercial real estate advisor and discuss the value of buying a commercial property versus leasing. Is this the right time for your business to purchase? Will a building purchase add to your company’s success or put

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Simply Own It – The American Dream: Increase your wealth with commercial real estate – Part 2: Ownership Pays

On December 1, 2019   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Commercial Real Estate Investments, Simply Own It  

Ownership of a scottsdale, AZ commercial real estate property builds equity in your future; not your landlord’s. An owner reaps greater tax benefits, has an avenue to save for tomorrow and is empowered with the pride of ownership. Best of all, business owners control their destiny and add to their retirement plan. Book one of this series, SimpLEASEity™, summarizes the complex lease transaction in 11 easy steps. Book two, Simply Own It ü, perfected over twenty years, details timing of ownership in a simple and easy step by step how-to guidebook. We will: Answer important questions relevant to commercial real

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Simply Own It – The American Dream: Increase your wealth with commercial real estate.

On November 18, 2019   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Commercial Real Estate Investments, Simply Own It  

Scottsdale Commercial Real Estate, to buy or not to buy…that is the question. Aaron has a decision to make. His successful naturopathic business is housed in a 5,000 square foot commercial building. Aaron bought the practice from his mentor and boss who founded the business on this property. Neighbors view the business as an icon within the community. Early in his profitable career, Aaron plans to practice for another twenty years in this very location. The building owner, Aaron’s landlord, hired me to sell the property with Aaron retained as the tenant. I know the building well. It sits in

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Subleasing Commercial Space – Is It For You?

On October 24, 2019   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Commercial Real Estate Tenant Representative  

Subleasing has upsides and downsides. To determine if a sublease is the best fit for your business, consider these questions. Is your business growing or shrinking? What size space does your business need? What is the best location for your business? How long do you want to be there? The answers to these questions will help you determine if a sublease space benefits your current business position. Years of experience provide these simple guidelines for subleasing. Reasons to Sublease Commercial Space: The location is ideal for your business and there are no other lease options that support your business expectations.

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Dear Business Owner: Investment Sale – Check Your Backyard First

On March 6, 2019   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Dear Business Owner  

Dear Business Owner, (Dear Reader: These ‘Business Owner’ segments illustrate how real life commercial real estate challenges can result in win-win solutions…even when the going gets tough!) The market is strong, your single tenant commercial investment has paid dividends for the past three years – good dividends. The quaint free-standing building, home of a medical practitioner for over 20 years, is nestled in a trendy residential community. The doctor’s seven year lease has four years remaining.  The tenant pays rent on time and is fully responsible to maintain the property, physically and financially. Every month the check is deposited directly

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Out of the Loop

On January 18, 2019   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Commercial Real Estate Tenant Representative, Dear Business Owner, Selling Commercial Real Estate  
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(Dear Reader: These ‘Business Owner’ segments illustrate how real life commercial real estate challenges can result in win-win solutions…even when the going gets tough!) Dear Business Owner, The commercial real estate asset purchased during the downturn is one of your best investments. A reliable tenant, initially produced a healthy, cash on cash, 9 percent annual return on your investment and now it yields a 10.5 percent annual return. Score! Every month there is an automatic deposit into your bank account. The tenant’s lobby is always packed. The office manager shared that this is their top grossing location in Phoenix. After

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Dear Business Owner: The Circus Stays in Town

On November 29, 2018   /   Commercial Real Estate Education, Commercial Real Estate Tenant Representative, Dear Business Owner  

Dear Reader: These ‘Business Owner’ segments illustrate how real life commercial real estate challenges result in win-win solutions…even when the going gets tough! Dear Business Owner, Sometimes running a business is like running a three-ring circus. Relocating an established company involves assessing the current business strategies while defining the company’s future.  Such is the case for The Circus School that teaches all age kids, circ du sole like acrobatics.  Buried in the middle of a light industrial park, The Circus School has limited visibility and is difficult to find. Their unique program draws a crowd, but they also use target

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Dear Business Owner – Manufacture Urgency

On October 23, 2018   /   Commercial Real Estate Buyer Representation, Commercial Real Estate Education, Dear Business Owner  

(Dear Reader: These ‘Business Owner’ segments illustrate how real life commercial real estate challenges result in win-win solutions…even when the going gets tough!) Dear Business Owner, In the complex world of commercial real estate, location alone won’t maximize your commercial property value. Timing, demand and generating urgency are equally important. A commercial property in a strong location, sold in a down market will probably loose money. Yet if there is demand, and urgency is created through marketing, the seller will capitalize on their profit.  That same property sold when market conditions are favorable, will turn a profit and maybe even

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