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6 Reasons Why Now is the Best Time for a CRE Loan

2012-10-29T13:22:01Z

If you’ve been straddling the fence about whether or not to make the leap into investing in commercial real estate we have news for you, now is the time. Coming off the end of the quarter the nation’s largest banks have been discussing their CRE lending, and along with that the reasons why investors should obtain CRE loans now.

According to the recent article from CoStar Group, the top six reasons why bankers say that now is a good time are as follows:

For major banks, the recession is receding further and further away in the rearview mirror.
Provisions for loan losses are falling, which means banks have more money available to lend.
The disposition values of foreclosed assets are increasing, so banks plan to make more property available for sale.
Many banks have cleared through their distressed assets and are ready to start growing again.
They see demand in the marketplace increasing.
There is pressure on pricing as competition for loans heats up.

If you are interested in purchasing or leasing CRE in the South Florida area contact Urbanism Group at 888-774-9692.

7 Tips on How to Negotiate a Better CRE Lease

2012-10-17T14:10:46Z

As a small business owner you have thousands of decisions to make when it comes to your company, one of the most important being your choice of commercial real estate and the terms of its lease. As one of the largest, if not the largest expense you will take on, it’s extremely important to get the best lease as possible. To do so keep these seven tips in mind that we came across on Businessweek.

Get representation from a commercial real estate broker that is knowledgeable about your industry and the location you wish to invest in.
Know all the things your rent will cover, such as: parking, property taxes, utilities, janitorial services and etc.
Weigh the pros and cons of the neighborhood you plan to lease in.
If you plan to stay in the location for a while push for landlord concessions.
Consider a cap on management fees and increases in operating expenses.
Be sure there is a termination agreement included.
Give yourself time to weigh your options and decide if it’s the right thing to do financially.

To learn more about leasing options and to ensure you get the best one for your commercial real estate investment contact Urbansim Group at 888-774-9692 for representation in Coral Gables and the surrounding South Florida areas.

Source: Businessweek

Latin Investors Shift Focus to Commercial Real Estate

2012-10-19T15:28:57Z

Latin American investors have been involved in South Florida’s residential market for some time, but they are now shifting their focus to commercial real estate. According to a report from Miami Today News a recent expo held in Argentina showed that investors are interested, curious, and appreciative of the opportunity to do so. A few of the reasons why Miami has been chosen by investors are because…

Economic conditions in many Latin American countries are unstable and markets are recovering here.
Latin Americans are knowledgeable and comfortable with the Miami-Dade area.
The political situation in their homes can shift from one day to another.
The return is better than what would be received in Europe.
Commercial properties are more stable than residential.

If you are a potential Latin American investor in search of commercial real state in the South Florida area contact Urbanism Group at 888-774-9692 or visit our website www.miamiofficeleases.com.

Urbanism Group

6 Reasons Why Now is the Best Time for a CRE Loan

7 Tips on How to Negotiate a Better CRE Lease

Source: Businessweek

Latin Investors Shift Focus to Commercial Real Estate

Source: Miami Today Newsh

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