Top 3 Ways to Purchase Commercial Property With None of You Own Money!

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Feb 242022
 

In any business, one of the best ways to avoid failure is to avoid the things that cause failure. This can be done by identifying the things that cause failure, and avoiding them at all cost!

It is normal to not know everything when getting into a new business, as it takes extensive practice and experience to learn what mistakes to avoid. It is very helpful to have a mentor or someone to identify these mistakes that you should never make.

Here I have identified 5 very serious mistakes that could land you in deep commercial real estate trouble! I have learned by experience, and, unfortunately, not every experience was a good one. If you can avoid learning the hard way, then take this advice, so you do not have to experience the hardships of making any of the following mistakes.

Top Mistake #1: Quitting Your Day Job

It is true that commercial real estate is a solid, tried and true business that can be instrumental in creating the lifestyle of which you have always dreamed. However, when you are just starting out, it can take one to two years to see a profit from your investment (unless, of course, you specialize in quick turning property).

The commercial real estate deals that are going to make you set for the rest of your life involve long term commitments, unlike that of residential, single family houses.

The key is to not stop your monthly cash flow while beginning to invest in commercial real estate. The bills still need to be paid until you have a few commercial real estate deals under your belt, and you can afford, without peril, your everyday living expenses for you and your family.

There will come a time, hopefully sooner than later, that you will not have to work another day in your life, unless, of course, you want to. However, until that day comes, make sure you are making enough money, either through a job, other business, or the much more short term commitment of residential real estate.

Top Mistake #2: Not Hiring an Attorney

Having legal help is one of the most important aspects of commercial real estate investments. Things will go wrong, no matter how careful and astute you are. Legal matters can evolve in places you never think they would, and they can be very costly. In fact, a poorly written contract, an overlooked item, or a difficult buyer/seller, can take you for all that you’ve got.

We have a saying around our office, which is “Hire the best attorney you can’t afford.” A good commercial real estate attorney can keep your business, investments and personal assets safe from any problems that might arise. Whether you use paid legal, or have an attorney that you work with closely all the time, get a good, and yes, expensive attorney to get the job done right the first time. This is an area in which you must not compromise.

Top Mistake #3: Performing Tasks You are Not Qualified to Do

Commercial real estate investors just starting out and those who are seasoned must never do the work of a professional to whom you can pay small amounts of money when compared to the amount of money that can be made on a single deal. It is very tempting to save every dollar possible and do the work of an appraiser, accountant, attorney, property manager and other such real estate professionals.

Leave these items to the professionals, and focus on what you do best: locate deals, put them under contract, and reap the return on your investment. Leave these otherwise mundane tasks to the professionals that make your life much easier. You must position yourself properly in this business, and doing the work of 20 people is not the right approach. You are an investor. Act like a commercial real estate investor, and perform the duties of a commercial real estate investor. The small amount of money you pay to the other professionals to ensure that your business operates properly is well worth it.

Top Mistake #4: Personally Guaranteeing Large Loans

Non-recourse is the only way to go in commercial real estate, unless, of course, you have millions of dollars to lose by personally guaranteeing large loans. Even if you have millions of dollars to personally guarantee large loans, I don’t think you really want to risk losing it to a deal gone bad.

Luckily for us, both public and private lenders understand that personally guaranteeing a $3,000,000.00 loan is a very risky event. That is why the property itself is usually what guarantees the loan. The property is what has the equity and value, not necessarily the person who owns it. If you do personally guarantee a loan, and the deal goes bad, you could literally lose everything! A simple rule: don’t personally guarantee a loan you can’t cover if something goes wrong because things will go wrong. Almost every lender will negotiate non-recourse with a valuable property. With private lenders it may be a little more difficult. If that is the case, avoid the risk, and find another lender who will work with you.

Top Mistake #5: Falling for Sales Pitches

It is very tempting to listen and hang onto every word a broker, agent, or even an owner speaks about their property in the hottest location, with a super motivated seller, and a great upside potential. Really, none of these reasons are worth any value until they are verified.

Always perform a thorough investigation and verify all claims made by the broker, agent or owner. Never move into a deal too quickly without doing the research! You will be sorry because something will go wrong.

Top 5 Mistakes That Mean Immediate Failure as a Commercial Real Estate Investor!

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Feb 222022
 

In any business, one of the best ways to avoid failure is to avoid the things that cause failure. This can be done by identifying the things that cause failure, and avoiding them at all cost!

It is normal to not know everything when getting into a new business, as it takes extensive practice and experience to learn what mistakes to avoid. It is very helpful to have a mentor or someone to identify these mistakes that you should never make.

Here I have identified 5 very serious mistakes that could land you in deep commercial real estate trouble! I have learned by experience, and, unfortunately, not every experience was a good one. If you can avoid learning the hard way, then take this advice, so you do not have to experience the hardships of making any of the following mistakes.

Top Mistake #1: Quitting Your Day Job

It is true that commercial real estate is a solid, tried and true business that can be instrumental in creating the lifestyle of which you have always dreamed. However, when you are just starting out, it can take one to two years to see a profit from your investment (unless, of course, you specialize in quick turning property).

The commercial real estate deals that are going to make you set for the rest of your life involve long term commitments, unlike that of residential, single family houses.

The key is to not stop your monthly cash flow while beginning to invest in commercial real estate. The bills still need to be paid until you have a few commercial real estate deals under your belt, and you can afford, without peril, your everyday living expenses for you and your family.

There will come a time, hopefully sooner than later, that you will not have to work another day in your life, unless, of course, you want to. However, until that day comes, make sure you are making enough money, either through a job, other business, or the much more short term commitment of residential real estate.

Top Mistake #2: Not Hiring an Attorney

Having legal help is one of the most important aspects of commercial real estate investments. Things will go wrong, no matter how careful and astute you are. Legal matters can evolve in places you never think they would, and they can be very costly. In fact, a poorly written contract, an overlooked item, or a difficult buyer/seller, can take you for all that you’ve got.

We have a saying around our office, which is “Hire the best attorney you can’t afford.” A good commercial real estate attorney can keep your business, investments and personal assets safe from any problems that might arise. Whether you use paid legal, or have an attorney that you work with closely all the time, get a good, and yes, expensive attorney to get the job done right the first time. This is an area in which you must not compromise.

Top Mistake #3: Performing Tasks You are Not Qualified to Do

Commercial real estate investors just starting out and those who are seasoned must never do the work of a professional to whom you can pay small amounts of money when compared to the amount of money that can be made on a single deal. It is very tempting to save every dollar possible and do the work of an appraiser, accountant, attorney, property manager and other such real estate professionals.

Leave these items to the professionals, and focus on what you do best: locate deals, put them under contract, and reap the return on your investment. Leave these otherwise mundane tasks to the professionals that make your life much easier. You must position yourself properly in this business, and doing the work of 20 people is not the right approach. You are an investor. Act like a commercial real estate investor, and perform the duties of a commercial real estate investor. The small amount of money you pay to the other professionals to ensure that your business operates properly is well worth it.

Top Mistake #4: Personally Guaranteeing Large Loans

Non-recourse is the only way to go in commercial real estate, unless, of course, you have millions of dollars to lose by personally guaranteeing large loans. Even if you have millions of dollars to personally guarantee large loans, I don’t think you really want to risk losing it to a deal gone bad.

Luckily for us, both public and private lenders understand that personally guaranteeing a $3,000,000.00 loan is a very risky event. That is why the property itself is usually what guarantees the loan. The property is what has the equity and value, not necessarily the person who owns it. If you do personally guarantee a loan, and the deal goes bad, you could literally lose everything! A simple rule: don’t personally guarantee a loan you can’t cover if something goes wrong because things will go wrong. Almost every lender will negotiate non-recourse with a valuable property. With private lenders it may be a little more difficult. If that is the case, avoid the risk, and find another lender who will work with you.

Top Mistake #5: Falling for Sales Pitches

It is very tempting to listen and hang onto every word a broker, agent, or even an owner speaks about their property in the hottest location, with a super motivated seller, and a great upside potential. Really, none of these reasons are worth any value until they are verified.

Always perform a thorough investigation and verify all claims made by the broker, agent or owner. Never move into a deal too quickly without doing the research! You will be sorry because something will go wrong.

Online Market Research Report Services

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Feb 212022
 

At some point, in the financial life of a company, business heads usually feel the need to diversify their portfolio and make a fore into new enterprises. However they need to have an overview of the market in order to make confident moves. They are boggled down by the “hows”, the “should is?”,” will be profitable” and finally “where should I look for help?” question types.

Online Market Research Report Services can help to find answers to a large number of crucial questions that can be the key for the successful run of small business companies.

The benefits of Online Market Research Report Services are:
The in-depth market analysis that such services provide deals with almost all important questions ranging from the size of the market, to the relevant industry statistics such as employee strength of the industry, sales volume per employee, survival rate and the growth potential of the industry. All this gives the much-needed clue as to whether the industry has the core competence for a successful investment.

These online market research companies undertake a market feasibility study and data analysis, which are made available in the form of online articles, newsletters, and publications. At the same a comparative analysis of similar types of online market research reports prepared by various other companies, is also undertaken.

The reports offer a comprehensive survey of the statistical figures and inferences, which helps one to make a well-informed decision.

Market research reports are also a feasible option for enterprises that need to grow and diversify, but lack the money and the most expensive time. There’s no time available to do primary market research, which is usually not cost effective. Secondary market research involving collection of previous market data from libraries, chamber of commerce and other such places is tedious and long process. Apart from mere data collection, there is a need for comparison and industry evaluation for growth prospects.

For these very reasons, small as well as big businesses prefer the simple option of outsourcing market research services to companies operating in the field. These online market research report service companies employ competent and well-qualified professionals market research analysts who prepare reports based on the client’s need. Their work involves surfing through various websites, analyzing and preparing market research reports for a particular industry type, after downloading reports over the internet. Some market research professionals also opt for freelancing opportunities and work on reports from the confines of their homes or internet café’s.

Online Market Research Report Service is a fast growing industry providing job opportunities to a large number of people. A large number of female professionals are increasingly opting for the job especially as freelancers, which gives them enough time for both their roles as professional and as homemakers. Thus it’s an interesting and an evolving area of business activity that offers lucrative opportunities for market researchers.

The services of Market Research Report Service companies are useful for anyone calculating to make a move in a prospective revenue driving market.
RNCOS is an industry leader in the field of online business research. We specialize in industry research on various business verticals. To read our reports, please visit us at http://www.rncos.com/Report.htm or email us at info@rncos.com

Mergers and acquisitions

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Feb 202022
 

During the last century the concept of business went through major changes in terms of the company ownership (Papers4you.com, 2006). Nowadays, fierce competition is no longer only in the access to market, but also in what regards to business ownership. Most of times, deals involving mergers and acquisition involve billions and are reported in newspapers all the time. The process of globalisation had an increasing effect on access to foreign firms’ ownership control, and thus becoming the process of controlling other firms more usual. The traditional family business concept is now under threat and the concept of business has changed as a consequence of the trend.
Basically the operation of merger and acquisition is defined as when two companies get together, either by resulting on a new firm or by one being controlled by the other. The former form of merging firms is known as concentration and defined as A+B = C and the later is known as incorporation and represented by A + B = A. Another important issue is related to the nature of the firm business activity or the market in which they operate. A process of merging companies is a strategy of diversification of the business and can be of three forms. Vertical diversification occurs when two or more firms in different stages in the value chain are merged into the same company. Horizontal diversification is present when the merging occurs between firms operating in different business (e.g. Virgin). Finally, geographical diversification happens when firms expand their territorial control by merging or acquiring companies operating in different geographical location.
There is a huge number of examples on mergers and acquisitions. Although only the one involving higher amounts of money become known to the public. And it is so widely used that there is also a great number of academic literature devoted to the study of the phenomenon.
The consequences of a higher number of mergers and acquisitions is a higher concentration of the business, which implies possibly implies a higher level of monopoly (under certain circumstances) and the business ownership control in the hands of few (Papers4you.com, 2006). In both cases there are losses for the economy, via the increase of the prices and because the overall economy becomes more dependent on few economic agents. On the other hand, the concentration of activities permits higher levels of profits (when economies of scale and economies of scope are present) and eventually increasing the investment levels in the country (in the case that these profits are reinvested).

References

Papers For You (2006) “P/B/600. International mergers and acquisitions: literature analysis”, Available from http://www.coursework4you.co.uk/sprtfina42.htm [19/06/2006]

Papers For You (2006) “P/F/393. Mergers and acquisitions: criteria of success”, Available from Papers4you.com [19/06/2006]

Commercial Real Estate Investment Overview

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Feb 192022
 

Commercial real estate investing is an exciting and rewarding industry that yields results to which no other industry can quite compare. In fact, commercial real estate is one of the easiest ways to become extremely wealthy with limited knowledge, personal financial investment and time.

With commercial real estate you are able to return millions of dollars within a matter of a few years, and use other professionals to make it happen. If you can find the deals, get financing, and find the people to do the work, you are officially a commercial real estate investor. Below you will find 5 basic steps that involve commercial real estate investing. It may be simple- almost too simple. However, commercial real estate investors follow these basic guidelines often.

The first step in becoming a commercial real estate investor is to locate actual deals. This can be done through finding potential properties on the internet, the local newspaper, brokers and agents, and for sale by owner (FSBO) signs. There are so many places to locate properties. Be sure to set criteria for the properties that you are going to work with such as type of property, price as compared to actual value, size of lot or building, number of units, condition, etc. Keep in mind that the properties where you can create value that does not currently exist are the best properties with which to start. Once you become a seasoned investor, you can then purchase properties just for their income. Until then, you must perform the work to increase the value of a property.

The second step is to prescreen properties according to the guidelines you originally stated. It may take calling on several properties to find one that fits your specific criteria. Establish quick identifiers so you can quickly move through properties that do not fit your criteria, and uncover the ones in which you would be interested. The more properties you filter through, the more likely you are going to find the deals that will return the best results.

The third step to commercial real estate investing is, after you locate and prescreen a property that you feel is workable under your guidelines, you must create and submit an offer. There are many ways to purchase a property. Using seller financing, borrowing from banks, and using commercial lenders or private lenders are all viable options. The idea is to use other people’s money (OPM) to purchase the property you want. This can be done quite easily by understanding the lender’s criteria. Meeting seller’s wants and needs can be as simple as asking. Remember that the asking price is not always what a seller is expecting to get, so be sure to perform solid research before constructing and submitting an offer. It is a must to identify the current market value of a property that you are considering to buy.

The fourth step is to follow-up with solid due diligence. This entails getting every bit of information you can on a property including actual highest and best use, after developed or future value, any issues or concerns there might be with the soil or environment, or the city or municipality. This is your time to verify all the information you either have been told, or have assumed prior to submitting the offer. This is also your time to locate financing, if you find that the deal is as you had thought originally. This is perhaps the most crucial step, as it will save you from making a terrible investment that could cost you wasted time, effort and money.

The final step is following through with your exit strategy. Depending on what type of investment strategy you are currently using, such as buying properties in poor condition and fixing them up, or perhaps you are looking to purchase properties only to have them generate income, an exit strategy is necessary. You could quick turn a property after increasing the value, sell at retail, or even refinance. It is always a good idea to have multiple exit strategies in mind so that, if one does not work out, you have others to fall back on.

When commercial real estate investment is broken down into these five simple steps, investing is really put into perspective. Follow these five basic guidelines with every deal you find. Once you become more educated on the various types of commercial properties and how to best obtain financing, you are well on your way to becoming a true investor.

Learn the Three Ratios That Are Used to Determine Commercial Lending

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Feb 182022
 

Getting money for your commercial project can be quite a challenge if you do not know how to analyze and present the property properly to a commercial real estate lender. Before presenting your property to a potential lender it is important to determine the most probable ratios that the lender is going to use in making a decision to lend you the money.

There is an increased risk with commercial real estate loans because of the size of the loans. Hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars are loaned on commercial properties and projects. A commercial lender wants to make sure that he or she will get their money back from the generated income of the property.

Most lenders will use the following three ratios to determine if they will loan the money on a project.

The first ratio is the debt coverage ratio or DCR. The DCR applies to the property itself and how much income it is producing compared to the debt service, or how much money is paid out towards the mortgage on a monthly basis. It is expressed by the net operating income divided by the total debt service.

The net operating income is the total income left over from the property after paying all the operating expenses. The debt service is determined by the mortgage terms, such as interest rate, length of the loan, and how often a payment is made. The higher the DCR, the more ability the property will have to cover the debt service. Many lenders require a DCR above 1.2 in order to consider it a relatively safe investment. Anything below that indicates that the property is either barely breaking even, or losing money. A lender does not want to loan money on a project that is not able to cover its debt service.

The second ratio is the loan-to-value ratio. This is expressed by the total loan balances (sum of all mortgages) divided by the market value. When you apply for a commercial loan, as you do for a residential loan, you must determine how much value of the property you are actually borrowing versus what will remain as equity. If you can acquire a loan-to-value ratio of 75%, then that is generally a good number.

If you can get more than 75% of the value loaned to you, then consider that a bonus. Lender’s rules and guidelines may differ greatly depending on how much they are willing to risk on the project.

The third ratio is the debt ratio. For smaller commercial projects commercial lenders may require that you submit personal information to back the loan. This includes your personal income and debt on a monthly basis. The debt ratio is expressed by dividing monthly housing expenses by gross monthly income.

The results show how much debt stands in relation to income. Many commercial lenders will not accept a debt ratio greater than 25%. However, some commercial lenders have been known to go up to 28% or even 36%. A debt ratio greater than 25% stands a good chance of having budget problems.

The lower debt ratio you have, the more likely you will be able to get funding for your smaller commercial project.

Before approaching any lender, it is really important to analyze these ratios on your own. They pertain to your specific deal for which you want to get financing. By performing the ratio analysis on your own, you can better determine if financing will be easy or difficult to obtain, depending on the nature of the project and its level of risk.

It may be a good idea to contact several potential lenders and ask them their basic criteria and guidelines that they follow in evaluating properties. You may find that some lenders are far more conservative than others.

By understanding your property, you can better fit a lender to your specific needs. Also remember that private lenders can be extremely helpful with those risky deals that public lenders will not even consider. Be sure that you are well equipped with the proper information and supporting documentation no matter what lender you approach.

Top Reasons Why You Should Do Commercial Real Estate

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Feb 172022
 

Getting involved with commercial real estate could be the best decision you have ever made. Whether you are currently working within the real estate industry, or are new to the business, commercial real estate is one of the best kept secrets of those already succeeding in the business. The rewards reaped within this industry compare to no other, as you will soon learn.

If you feel commercial real estate is something you are not able to accomplish, I would have to say you are greatly mistaken. With a little knowledge and a great amount of motivation, anyone can succeed in this business. The benefits far outweigh the costs, as you can create a life of which many dream, but never actually experience.

The first great benefit is one that allows you to create a schedule that best fits your personal situation. In commercial real estate you can work full or part-time and still create wealth and equity you never knew was possible!

Commercial real estate can easily be a part-time job that brings in incremental cash flow. You can even start out part-time, and hold a job until you have enough cash flow and money so that, eventually, all you do is commercial real estate.

Commercial real estate as a full-time job allows you to have many benefits such as being your own boss and having the ability to work from home. You can create your very own commercial real estate business and quickly build a strong net worth as well as positive cash flow.

Another great benefit is it does not take years of training, or years of moving up the corporate ladder to be successful. You can start right now, today! You can begin your commercial real estate endeavors whenever you so desire because there are very few barriers of entry to this industry.

Probably the most enticing benefit of commercial real estate is profit. Huge profits, in fact, which can be made with a limited amount of effort. You can make the same amount of money quick turning or selling 100 single family residences as you would make with a single commercial real estate deal. The profits can be astonishing!

It takes the same amount of work for every commercial real estate deal, meaning you must go through the same processes each time. Why not maximize your result and go for the larger returning deals, rather than the smaller ones? Synergy is a key word in commercial real estate, as small changes can yield huge results.

In commercial real estate, your financial investment is very low, perhaps even non-existent. You can purchase property with 100% of other people’s money (OPM), and create large profits for yourself. This is the only industry where there are literally hundreds of millions of dollars just waiting to be borrowed! Find the money and get to investing!
As you can see, commercial real estate meets and exceeds the expectations many people wish they could have in their own career and personal lives. You can make commercial real estate whatever it is you want it to be… a supplemental income or primary career. Take some time and imagine that all these great benefits were yours. How would life be?

If you think commercial real estate is more than you can ever dream of, begin your research and start learning all about it. Find people working in the business, and get acquainted with the investment strategies and methods that can return huge profits in a very short amount of time. Once you truly understand and experience firsthand what commercial real estate has to offer, I know you will look no further for other money-making, equity building, life creating businesses.

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