According to Commercial Edge’s latest industry report, deliveries of industrial assets reached a record high of 450 Million Square Feet in 2022. In other interesting findings, the Inland Empire led the U.S. in rent growth and warehouse sales fell 30%. U.S Industrial Market Registers Record of Deliveries in 2022 Commercial Edge published its National Industrial…
When it comes to warehouses, space is a fundamental consideration. With that in mind, today we take a closer look at warehouse space utilization, from a basic definition to an example of how to calculate this indicator. What Is Warehouse Space Utilization? As the name suggests, warehouse space utilization is a metric that shows you…
With all the inflation talk going on these days, this is the ideal time to take a look at CPI and PPI, the two most common inflation indicators, and their impact on commercial real estate. Keep reading to learn more. CPI vs. PPI: Which Metric Is More Important in Commercial Real Estate? As you know,…
Floor Area Ratio is a concept with implications that impact zoning and Commercial Real Estate Investments. Keep reading to learn what FAR is, how to calculate it, and why it matters. What Is Floor Area Ratio (FAR)? The term Floor Area Ratio (or FAR for short) refers to the relationship between the total square footage…
When it comes to real estate, the two main categories are commercial and residential. But how to tell the difference between each one? Follow along to learn more about commercial and residential properties. What Is a Residential Property? At its most basic, a residential property is a property used mainly for residential purposes. Whether it’s…
CAM charges are an important part of many commercial leases. But are CAM charges negotiable? In this post, we answer this and other common questions about CAM charges. What Are CAM Charges? The “CAM” in “CAM charges” (also known as CAM expenses or just CAMs) means “Common Area Maintenance.” Simply put, CAM charges are the…
If you are looking to invest in Commercial Real Estate, California is one of the most attractive alternatives — if not the best. In this post, we review some of the reasons why the Golden State more than lives up to its nickname. 1. A Thriving Economy California’s economy is country-sized. With a Gross State…
When you think of buying commercial real estate, you probably imagine a transaction that involves a bank or other similar institution. And while this is the most common arrangement, there are other alternatives, such as seller financing. What Is Seller Financing? Seller financing, also known as owner financing, is a real estate agreement where the…
Cap rate and cash-on-cash return are two of the most common metrics in commercial real estate. Keep reading to learn more about cap rate and cash-on-cash return, from the differences between these two indicators to how to calculate each of them. What Is Cap Rate? Cap rate is a metric that serves as an indicator…
If you are looking to purchase commercial real estate, SBA financing is an option that you should definitely keep on your radar. Keep reading to learn more about SBA loans and the reasons why it makes sense to use them for CRE properties. What Are SBA Loans? SBA loans are loans partially guaranteed by the…