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How to Diversify Your Investment Portfolio with Industrial Real Estate in Dallas
The trend of onshoring is causing ripples in the investment waters, especially for industrial real estate in Austin. As companies increasingly bring their operations closer to home, the demand for domestic industrial spaces like warehouses and factories rises. This presents a golden chance for investors to diversify their portfolios, and where better to start than […]
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A Complete Investor’s Guide to Mixed-Use Properties
Mixed-use properties are becoming increasingly popular redevelopments in urban areas, and Austin, with its rapid growth and thriving economy, is no exception. This guide will walk you through what mixed-use real estate is, the benefits of investing in them, and the considerations specific to Austin. What is a mixed-use property? A mixed-use property combines residential, […]
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Pros and Cons of Investing in Mixed-Use Properties
In recent years, cities across the state of Texas are striving to create more sustainable communities to support rapid growth. One way that they are doing this is through mixed-use developments. These projects offer a fusion of modern living and business opportunities to provide residents with the utmost convenience. Texas showcases an impressive array of […]
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A Beginner’s Guide to Investment Properties in San Antonio
Investing in real estate can be a complex process if you are just now getting into it. This is even true for those who have dabbled in investing in other industries. Real estate comes in many forms, with each type of property having its own unique set of characteristics. Further, how you choose to invest […]
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Pro Tips from a Texas Commercial Real Estate Broker on Financing Options
Texas commercial real estate brokers are well-versed in buying, selling, and leasing commercial properties. This means that they know a thing or two about how to analyze the market and negotiate services to help you achieve your real estate goals. Something that falls into this realm of expert consulting and management is their understanding of […]
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Protesting Taxes with a Commercial Property Management Firm in San Antonio
High property taxes can be a financial burden on businesses. This is especially true of small businesses. After all, taxes increase the overall cost of owning and operating a property, meaning it could be very difficult for a small business to turn a profit. From there, that could even translate into closures. Other businesses may […]
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1031 Exchange in Houston: Delaware Statutory Trusts
Taxes are just part of the deal when you invest in real estate. As property prices rise, so do property taxes. Already, Texas is known for having some of the highest property tax rates in the United States. This is because, in order to support economic and population growth, the state requires more tax revenue. […]
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The Spec Craze: Industrial Real Estate Boom in Austin
The fact of the matter is, if you want to have the utmost success in finding an industrial property, you need to hire a professional. In doing so, you save yourself a considerable amount of time that you would have spent poring over the internet. A real estate broker has the education and experience to […]
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Triple Net Lease (NNN)
The NNN is rent in addition to base rent and the cost of utilities. Triple Nets are estimated for the year and typically paid together with rent each month. At the end of the year the actual cost of NNN is calculated and reconciled with the tenant if the estimation differed from the actual expenses. […]
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Land Development: Building Your Austin Team
With the Central Texas land market on fire right now and everyone in the country coming to Austin to buy land to develop, I asked a local real estate attorney I have used to provide an outline of what you need to look for when purchasing land for development. I always encourage all my buyers […]
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Hard Costs vs Soft Costs
When it comes to construction and Tenant Improvements, you may hear people refer to hard costs and soft costs. Since a Tenant Improvement Allowance usually only applies to hard costs, it’s important to know the difference between the two. Hard costs refer to the costs related to the physical construction of the building. Typically, they […]
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Agricultural Valuations and Rollback Taxes
When buying a tract of land, there are many considerations that go in to deciding which site is right for you. Whether it be zoning, availability of utilities, impervious cover, trees, floodplain. All play an important role in the developability of a tract of land. Just as important is understanding if any tax exemptions exist […]
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Overview of Commercial Real Estate Investments for Beginners
Investing in commercial real estate interests many people, but it is often riddled with challenges which can overwhelm those without a firm grasp on the subject. Like most investments, there are no guarantees in commercial real estate. However, if you have clear goals, a tolerance for risk, and good team behind you, it can be […]
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