Commercial Real Estate Syndication for Beginners

Commercial Real Estate Syndication for Beginners

Syndication completely opened my eyes to how I could grow my investment portfolio bigger and faster while having less of my own cash, which we all know is a finite resource, in each deal.

Here’s my guide to commercial real estate syndication for beginners.

Direct Mail for Commercial Real Estate: Sourcing Off-Market Deals

Direct Mail for Commercial Real Estate: Sourcing Off-Market Deals

In August of 2020, I bought a neighborhood retail building in Nashville for $435,000 that, after we leased it out, will bring me a 30.85% cash on cash return in year 1.

Today I'm going to show you how I sourced that building and that investment opportunity through direct mail and how you can do the exact same thing.

Commercial Vs. Residential Real Estate

Commercial Vs. Residential Real Estate

Commercial and residential real estate are two sides of the same coin, but they’re still vastly different from one another. However, many of the same principles hold true for both - location is important, they both cash flow and appreciate, and they offer many tax benefits.

Let’s dive into commercial and residential real estate to decide which is better for you as an investment vehicle.

Commercial Real Estate Development for Beginners

Commercial Real Estate Development for Beginners

Most will take existing sites with either deferred maintenance, high vacancy, or a combination of both - but some investors will actually take raw land and reimagine what could be on that site.

Off-Market Commercial Real Estate: What, Why, and How

Off-Market Commercial Real Estate: What, Why, and How

Some properties don’t ever come up for sale, so how are they still trading hands?

Well, they’re being sourced off-market, so here’s my quick guide on how to find off-market commercial properties.

Step by Step: Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence [With Checklist]

Step by Step: Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence [With Checklist]

As seasoned commercial real estate investors like to say, “you make your money when you buy it.”

Here’s my step by step guide on commercial real estate due diligence with a checklist for you to download at the end.

Why EVERY Business Owner Needs Tenant Representation

Why EVERY Business Owner Needs Tenant Representation

Unlike stocks and bonds, you can’t just invest with as little as a few hundred dollars (unless, of course, you’re taking the crowdfunding approach). For good deals, you’ll likely have to come out of pocket hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars.

But - there are a few ways to get around that issue.

Here’s how to buy commercial real estate with no money down.

Commercial Real Estate Investing in 2021 [Trends, Markets, & Outlook]

Commercial Real Estate Investing in 2021 [Trends, Markets, & Outlook]

Here’s what we see for commercial real estate investing in 2021 based on our market experience and data from PwC and the Urban Land Institute.

1031 Exchange vs. Cash Out Refi: Which Is Best for You?

1031 Exchange vs. Cash Out Refi: Which Is Best for You?

There are really two ways that you can realize this equity in any of your investments: either you sell the property or you perform a cash out refinance.

But which is better for you: selling your property and performing a 1031 exchange or refinancing the project and pulling your cash out?

Commercial Real Estate Investing During a Crisis [Strategies & Tips]

Commercial Real Estate Investing During a Crisis [Strategies & Tips]

So, how do we, as commercial real estate investors, adjust to this new way of life?

Here’s a quick guide to commercial real estate investing during any crisis.

How I Bought My First Office Building with $0 Out of Pocket

How I Bought My First Office Building with $0 Out of Pocket

If you’re like me, waiting to accumulate enough cash just to get started with investing seems like a waste of time and opportunity.

So, here’s a step by step guide to how I bought my first office building with no money out of my pocket so that you can do it, too.

The 19 Best Real Estate Investor Gifts 2020

The 19 Best Real Estate Investor Gifts 2020

Shopping for a real estate investing enthusiast this holiday season? Here are the 19 best real estate investor gifts for 2020.

Buying Commercial Real Estate with No Money Down

Buying Commercial Real Estate with No Money Down

Unlike stocks and bonds, you can’t just invest with as little as a few hundred dollars (unless, of course, you’re taking the crowdfunding approach). For good deals, you’ll likely have to come out of pocket hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars.

But - there are a few ways to get around that issue.

Here’s how to buy commercial real estate with no money down.

East Nashville Market Update: September 2020

East Nashville Market Update: September 2020

Tenants and buyers feel that market rates on both for sale and for lease properties should decrease to account for the perceived risks due to the Coronavirus.

However, landlords and sellers entered into the summer in strong positions, keeping them in relatively good standing and without the need to slash pricing to fill vacancies.

Here’s the East Nashville Market Update for September, 2020.

East Nashville Retail Building Sold Off-Market

East Nashville Retail Building Sold Off-Market

East Nashville-based investor, Tyler Cauble, has acquired another commercial building on the Eastside.

Investing in Industrial Real Estate: A Quick Guide

Investing in Industrial Real Estate: A Quick Guide

You’ve watched the ups and downs of the stock market and given the current economic climate, you’re worried that investing in stocks is too risky of an option for a return that could be potentially low.

But what if you instead placed your money into a piece of industrial real estate?

Typical Commercial Lease Terms That Everyone Should Know

Typical Commercial Lease Terms That Everyone Should Know

During your search for commercial space, I’m sure that you’ve come across a lot of commercial real estate jargon - but you need not worry! You don’t have to know everything. Here are some of the most typical commercial real estate terms everyone should know.