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Beyond the LOI This article is a checklist of common-sense considerations to get the tenant signed up, into its space, and writing rent checks.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2006 Douglas P. Snyder |
Master Plans Financing a commercial real estate project based on its rental stream presents many challenges for property owners. Use these lease structures to build a property's revenue stream.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2010 Sallen & Bagchi |
Lease Leverage How can creditworthy tenants maximize their bargaining advantage?  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2015 David Folds |
Retail Tenant Bankruptcies While struggling retailers present risks, several strategies can help landlords protect their investments and minimize the effects of tenant bankruptcy filings.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jonathan A. Peckham |
Borrower Beware Most commercial mortgage lenders charge application, due diligence, and loan commitment fees, but do your clients know what that money really is buying? Often, it is less than they think.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2011 Bill Scarpino |
Coping with Marketplace Shifts With the economy no longer on a long-term growth trajectory, retail real estate users and providers must reassess how they do business.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Nov/Dec 2009 Dommers & Walsh |
Leasing Green Incorporate sustainable practices into tenant-landlord contracts.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2011 Crystal Lofing |
Lease Logic Property acquisitions require a comprehensive approach to existing-lease due diligence.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Nov/Dec 2010 Tom Muller |
Counting Leases Before They Hatch A proposed accounting change will dramatically affect how landlords and tenants treat leases.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2015 Brooks R. Smith |
Loan Commitments Borrowers should negotiate early and often.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2012 Philip F. Himovitz |
Ground Control Owners and developers unearth opportunities through creative land leases.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2014 Reisner & McMahon |
Restructuring Rights Credit tenant lease borrowers must preserve their Chapter 11 reorganization options.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2014 Ian S. Bolton |
Lease Language The road to litigation is paved with creative clauses. Often the result is expensive court battles over the enforceability and impact of the unusual lease provision.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2006 Phillip F. HImovitz |
Ground Control Owners and commercial real estate developers unearth opportunities through creative land leases.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Nov/Dec 2012 Lisa Loften |
Retail Therapy Stop and think before you buy that shopping center.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2014 Rori Malech |
Seeking Comfort Hotel brands provide lender assurance -- for a fee.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2013 Michael Zaverton |
Bankruptcy for Landlords Do you know what to do when your tenant files?  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2011 Rowe & Vandaveer |
Before the Build-Out Assess tax consequences prior to leasehold improvements.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2006 A. Barry Cappello |
Making It Work Investors soon may feel the effects of a cooling real estate market through subtle and not-so-subtle shifts in the way lenders view commercial real estate loans. When lenders' requirements tighten, borrowers should consider these options.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2005 Mittler & Korbin |
Financing Focus: Lenders Talk TICs Investors should be clear on how tenancy-in-common transactions differ from single-investor or entity investment transactions. Understanding this raises the likelihood that a transaction will close with a minimum of cost, time, and frustration.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2010 Yvonne A. Jones |
Landlord Strategies for Handling Rent Relief Requests While tenants seek to reduce their costs, landlords must find ways to preserve their cash flow and maintain occupancy to ensure long-term financial stability.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2003 Carol C. Honigberg |
Legal Briefs More states favor mutually dependent covenants rule in commercial leases  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2012 Howard W. Smith |
Financing Fundamentals These 5 tips help borrowers open the door to the right lender.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2013 Grams & Richardson |
Retail Remodel Are partnerships the key to brick-and-mortar retailing success?  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2015 Feigl & Altman |
Limited Guaranties For most landlords, some security may be better than none.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2007 David Weisman |
Closing Counsel Commercial real estate developers may benefit from hiring a real estate lawyer to manage details.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2003 Christopher Carroll |
Understanding Today's Underwriting Criteria Makes Refinancing Easier With historically low interest rates still available, many property owners are seeking to refinance their loans. However, they should be aware that today's lenders underwrite real estate values far differently than in the past by using a relatively new set of cash flow adjustments.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2003 Carol C. Honigberg |
Word Default Terms Precisely in Rooftop Rental Agreements Renting rooftop space to telecommunications companies for cellular antennas and equipment can be an easy way for commercial property owners to increase revenue. Yet many owners are wary of such arrangements.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2015 Joel C. Solomon |
Seeking Balance Construction loans present unique circumstances for lenders.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2009 Michael Rodgers & Brian Gannon |
Financing Fusion The lease-own hybrid model provides fuel for property transactions.  |
Entrepreneur February 2008 Crystal Detamore-Rodman |
The Real Estate Deal Shopping for a commercial real estate loan can be tricky. Here's what you need to stay balanced.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2009 Steven P. Heller |
Signing Strategies More than ever, real estate deal makers must consider the legal context to understand the precise point at which they do -- and don't -- have enforceable written agreements.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2013 Steven Heller |
Practice Due Decency Playing nice can have a big pay-off. The close-knit nature of real estate communities makes maintaining positive relations a requirement for healthy business.  |
Entrepreneur February 2005 Crystal Detamore-Rodman |
Fees of Danger When assessing commercial loan costs, the interest rate is often only a drop in the bucket. Business owners can avoid costly errors by discussing any major purchases with their creditors, accountants and attorneys beforehand.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2003 Gretchen Pienta |
Got Space? Leasing pros share their top tips for securing tenants in today's market.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2008 Brian Fennelly |
TI Tactics The debt capital markets, where pricing is tied to companies' debt issuance rates rather than landlords' cost of funds, is becoming recognized as a viable way to finance large tenant improvement costs.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2003 Peltin & Swibel |
Lenders Tighten Loan Standards in Reaction to Uncertain Economy With interest rates at record lows, demand for new mortgage loans remains strong. However, in today's anemic economic climate, lenders face increased risk of making non-performing loans. Commercial lenders have implemented new safeguards and follow stricter policies to minimize exposure.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Sep/Oct 2011 Thomas R. Petty |
Loan Language What can borrowers negotiate under today's stricter standards?  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2005 Jeffrey S. Weil |
All Tenants All the Time Landlords and brokers marketing available office space should develop a clear understanding of the tenant rep's role and build strong relationships with these professionals.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Mar/Apr 2012 Steven P. Heller |
Pop Goes Retail Temporary stores need their own lease language.  |
National Real Estate Investor June 1, 2006 Jennifer Popovec |
Lease Flexibility Standoff Despite all of the discussion about the changing needs of corporate America, only select tenants are able to wrangle flexible lease terms in this country.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2015 James Kennedy |
Cell Tower Leases Several factors determine the value of these investments.  |
Inc. June 2006 Jennifer Gill |
Smart Questions For Your Landlord Looking for office space? Good luck. In most markets, vacancies are down and rents are up. Make sure you're getting the best deal by asking the right questions.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2009 Safarian, Choi & Grant |
Carveout Consequences Learn how the courts rule on non-recourse loan provisions.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Nov/Dec 2003 Ronald L. Raitz |
Leasehold Interests Offer Alternative 1031 Exchange Options While not as common as fee-title transfers of real property, leasehold interest exchanges can be a great benefit to clients when used in the appropriate circumstances and under expert tax guidance.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jul/Aug 2010 David C. Hannah |
Community Banks Step Into a New Role Banks can band together with other similarly situated community banks to share the credit risk through a loan participation or syndication arrangement.  |
Entrepreneur December 2004 Nichole L. Torres |
Lease Lessons Follow these 6 tips when negotiating your first commercial lease.  |
National Real Estate Investor May 1, 2007 Todd Davis |
Leasing Changes Afoot Spurred on by the SEC, the FASB is evaluating lease accounting standards with the intent to revise them. The key issue lies in the distinction between capital leases and operating leases.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate Jan/Feb 2010 Usow & Newburn |
Loan to Own Seller financing attracts potential buyers in a constrained market.  |
Commercial Investment Real Estate May/Jun 2007 Todd Davis |
Loan Liaison Qualified mortgage bankers can help to assess the risks associated with proposed commercial real estate transactions as well as the accuracy of transaction pricing in relation to the market.  |