Insider Tips to Help You Discover How to Succeed with Commercial Property
I THINK it was management guru, Tom Peters, who came up with probably the best advice on how to overcome procrastination — stemming from the need to have everything perfect BEFORE taking action.
And even though his advice may have originated in the 1980s … it certainly still holds true today, when it comes to Commercial property investors.
Tom Peters’ simple strategy was: “Ready … Fire … Aim!” [Read more…]
AS YOU WILL quickly discover, finding suitable Commercial property investments comes down to a numbers game. And interestingly, many people consider these current times to be a buyers’ market.
However, as a serious investor, you will have found it difficult to identify many really top-notch properties right now. And at the moment, this is probably your #1 concern. [Read more…]
AND WILL it keep underpinning both Australia AND Commercial property? Well, that really depends upon who it is you’re asking.
Most miners are somewhat guarded; many journalists are painting a gloomy picture; and Labor politicians seem to be arguing among themselves.
So, no wonder most of us are confused.
And whenever the general community is confused … it takes what seems to be the safest route, and simply does NOTHING.
This is the dilemma our economy faces right now.
LEAVING aside things like projected cash flows, depreciation and taxation issues for moment … let’s look at some of the key factors that determine whether or not the property itself will stack up.
What follows is basically a checklist of the various aspects to investigate, when you start looking to purchase a Commercial investment property.
And, while this is not intended to be an exhaustive list, it should give you some insight into the depth of analysis you’ll need to undertake … as part of your due diligence process. [Read more…]
THERE HAS been much debate recently about the health of the Retail sector.
And needing to constantly have everything “on sale” has certainly shrunk everyone’s margins. But overall, sales volumes have languished as well.
Yet, maybe there is some light at the end of the tunnel. The ABS just reported that retail sales increased by 1% during June; following a 0.8% rise in May. [Read more…]
MANY PEOPLE make the mistake of carrying out the due diligence study BEFORE they acquire their commercial properties.
This can end up becoming a very expensive process — because you can often miss out on the property, whenever someone else snaps it up, before you complete your study.
Therefore, the secret lies in ensuring you negotiate a deal — where your due diligence occurs AFTER you have tied up the property, under a binding contract of sale. [Read more…]
THE FIRST half of 2012 has been rather dismal for retailers. Figures coming out of the ABS tend to confirm anecdotal evidence that retailing is doing it tough.
And none more so than department stores, fashion and electronics. Whereas, food and entertainment remain the only bright spots. [Read more…]
IT’S INTERESTING how many investors seem to “graduate” to Commercial property, after first starting out with residential property.
But when you think about it … that’s probably an understandable progression.
Once you grasp even the basics of Commercial property, you quickly discover its NET yield is 2 to 3 times that of residential property. But more importantly, your tenants seem to stay 4 to 5 times longer. [Read more…]
There is no doubt, you can certainly accelerate your overall return from Commercial property, by gearing up with a loan.
Even so, you should FIRST make sure that you can say “Yes” to each of the following questions. [Read more…]
THE RBA Board’s big 0.5% cut in the cash rate surprised many people. While others were wondering … what took them so long?
You could certainly be forgiven for thinking that the trigger for this latest cut lay in the underlying inflation (at 2.2% pa) now being “under control”.
And also, that the RBA was seeking to lower the Australian dollar to assist manufacturers and exporters. [Read more…]
IF YOU have invested in the share market, you would most likely be familiar with the so-called “Investment Clock” — which attempts to show how the economic cycle influences equities.
In essence, an over-heated economy is followed by rising interest rates and falling share prices. Then, as the economy declines interest rates start to fall and share prices rise again.
Some analysts have tried to devise a similar “clock” for Commercial property. But unfortunately, the results have generally not been useful. [Read more…]
WITH EVERY NEGOTIATION, you always need to be thinking on your feet. And here are several simple Tips to help you do just that.
WHEN YOU EMBARK on your journey as a property investor, it can be overwhelming – with a flood of information and diverse opinions. To help simplify the process, here are five essential tips for new (and seasoned) investors.
IT DOES NOT MATTER whether you’re an investor or an owner-occupier, there are several important factors to consider when purchasing a commercial property to ensure you make the right choice.
In a previous article, I shared a handy App to assist you in shortlisting potential properties. If you haven’t already downloaded it, simply click on the HiReturn Filter over on the right, to install it on your tablet or mobile device.
THERE IS A BELIEF among many experts that a surge in the stock market typically precedes a recovery in the commercial property market by about six months. And the start of this year saw equity markets gaining some momentum.
I HAVE BEEN ASKED countless times about the secrets to a successful negotiation. And I want to share with you the key elements to help make your negotiations effective.
But first, just watch this short video to gain a quick understanding of these three essential elements that form the foundation of every negotiation.
If you’re new to investing, you might be wondering if it’s possible to manage your own commercial property. The short answer is “yes”, but only if you know what you’re doing.
It’s important to note that owning a commercial property comes with certain legal responsibilities, particularly when it comes to compliance with Essential Services requirements under current Building Regulations.
The current trends in the business have made it clear that office landlords have to cater to the needs and preferences of their tenants. Building owners and managers (who understand and meet these demands) will be able to command higher rents and reduce vacancy rates.
To expand on this, here are four key tips to help attract quality tenants.
