| |
|
Article Directory :: Business - General Articles
Buying and selling commercial real estate can yield large profits if done correctly. However, there are a number of important pitfalls to be avoided. In order to navigate through the world of commercial real estate, investors need 3 things; education, financing, and a top commercial realtor.
So the first thing you need to have to be successful in commercial real estate is education. Now of course, these this cannot be acquired overnight. If you are a novice to this business, then it is advisable to take some time to read as much as possible out here on the internet regarding commercial real estate.
If you are really serious about it, you may also want to take some courses at your local community college and/or trade school. This will not only enhance your education, but it will also potentially give you access to some key contacts that will help you get going in the business. Once you are confident with your level of knowledge of commercial properties, it's time to look at how you will put together financing.
Everyone's financial situation is unique, and it goes without saying that if you are struggling financially and/or have not capital to put into your investment, you need to wait until your situation improves before going into this business. But among those with the ability to raise the needed capital, there are still varying levels of financial capability.
For example, if you're in Donald Trump's income level, you may be able to afford to pay for your commercial office space in cash. But for most of us, some kind of financing is going to be needed. Where to obtain the financing is the key. Many people decide to work with one financial institution like a local bank or loan officer. However, this may not be the best approach.
Successful commercial real estate investors often line up multiple funding sources. If you ask around among your circle of family, friends, and business associates, you may find some individuals who are willing to at least partially (if not fully) finance the transaction privately.
This could have some advantages as you are often able to negotiate better terms with people who are familiar with you personally. It may also be to your advantage later on if you are ever in a financial pinch and need to delay a payment or two. Provided we're not talking about loan sharks, it is generally much easier to deal with private lending sources when you need some flexibility than the bank.
Now that you've acquired the education and put together financing, the final successful piece to the commercial investing puzzle is a good real estate broker. Make sure you choose wisely who you want to work with here. The commercial realtor you choose should be experienced, trustworthy, a good negotiator, and someone you like and believe you will be able to work with.
EasyPublish™ this article - publishers click here
More articles by Jason Lom
|

Free Report!
Ten Essential Secrets Of Article Marketing ... Grab Your Free
Copy Now:
Need Content?
Regular Top Quality Content for your Blog, Ezine or Website ...
Delivered Direct,
For Free!
Click For Details
Arts & Entertainment Automotive Business - General Computers & Technology Finance & Investment Food & Drink Health & Fitness Home & Family Internet Marketing/Online Business Legal Pets & Animals Politics & Government Reference & Education Religion & Faith Self-Improvement/Motivation Social Sports & Recreation Travel & Leisure Writing & Speaking
|
More business articles: - Choosing The Right Office Chairs (Graham Baylis)
Because of the changes in style of office work, it has become more important to use a chair suitable for the job. The nature of the office today means that people are less mobile because we no longer walk to the next office to make enquiries, but send an e mail. Files are kept on computer, so no walking to the filing, therefore spending more time in the chair, so what a great investment, and in everyone's interest, to choose the correct chair. - Easy And Effective Advertising Tips For Your Small Business (Winston Takeda)
No matter what kind of business you have, advertising is essential. In this article, you'll learn some important tips in that regard that can help. - Project Management Objectives - 6 Effective Strategies (Arnold Monk)
Project management objectives are a key part of the project management plan. They must be set and agreed early. Project progress is measured against the objectives. Here are a few areas that you might find useful. - Keep Your Relationships Strong While Operating A Home Business (Winston Takeda)
Operating a home business is hard enough without worrying about your relationships, but with some dedicated focus, you can maintain both. In this article, you'll learn how. - Managing Retail Price-Point and Margin Pressures (Ted Hurlbut)
The greatest challenge independent retailers are struggling with right now, even more than depressed traffic counts, is getting full margins for their goods. This struggle continues with fresh arrivals of fall goods, and shows no sign of abating. Customers remain extremely value conscious, and to them, that means "On Sale". - How To Kickstart Management Innovation In The Workplace (Jason Arden)
Management innovation is not the same as operational innovation. Instead of looking at how process can be made to run better, management innovation looks at how managers and business leaders themselves can be made to think and operate more effectively and come up with truly innovative, novel ways of improving the bottom line. - How To Create A Successful App Business (Jeffrey Lucasa)
There is a new term flying around and it is Appreneur. It was a term that was coined by famous app entrepreneur Chad Mureta who basically came up with the term based on a person that is an application entrepreneur for devices like the iPhone and Android. Of course other mobile devices are also included such as the iPad and the iPod Touch. - How To Manage Your Managerial Energy Effectively For Peak Performance Results (Jason Hindle)
This article focuses on the benefits of managing manager and executive energy to help them remain engaged on work tasks and challenges, rather thna simply managing time which while it may make them appear more effective by being present, does not contribute to ROI by ensuring that they are engaged and focused and alert to the challenges and opportunities that confront them.
We Automatically Distribute Articles
To Thousands Of Publishers And Web Sites:
Submit Article
All content is viewed and used by you at your own risk and we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of any of the information. The views expressed are those of the individual contributing authors and not necessarily those of this web site, or its owner, Takanomi Limited.
|
|