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Insight from a CCIM in Austin: What to Expect from Developing in the ETJ vs the City
Land development is important to communities. While we may face the burdens of having heavier traffic and ecosystem changes, development also generates more jobs and unites locals. Before you go searching for a parcel of land to break ground on, however, you need to understand what goes into the development process. What kind of property […]
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Discover How Impervious Cover Works from a Commercial Real Estate Broker in San Antonio
Did you know that there are over 50 major trailheads in San Antonio? Greenways, which are outdoor spaces that connect people and places, are an important part of the city. They are considered pervious cover. Pervious cover is the areas of land that are occupied by trees, lawns, mulch, and other natural materials. They permit […]
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Pros and Cons of Ground Leases from a Commercial Real Estate Broker in Austin
Commercial real estate brokers in Austin serve as liaisons between parties in commercial transactions. They should be well-versed in information about the location of and the demographic surrounding a property. This way, their client is able to get the most out of a deal. If the client is a tenant, a broker’s focus is on […]
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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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