Unless you’re lucky enough to be able to pay cash, you’re going to need a lender to fund your real estate purchase. That means learning the language of loans very quickly. Two important documents that are involved in most real estate transactions are the mortgage and...
Real estate transactions
What does “net” mean in terms of a commercial lease
If you have been looking to lease a commercial property, or are considering investing in a property to lease out, you may have come across the words “net lease” You may have seen it mentioned in various forms, such as triple net, double net and single net leases....
What if commercial real estate is in the wrong zone?
You’ve been searching for a new commercial property. Maybe you started a business 10 years ago, and it’s become very successful. It has grown to the point that you want to open a second location. You finally find a property that looks perfect, and you are considering...
Should you buy or lease commercial property?
Whether to buy or lease commercial property is a decision that can impact your business financially and operationally. As such, it helps to look beyond the immediate costs and consider your long-term business strategy, growth potential and flexibility. While both...
Why get a property appraisal before making a real estate purchase?
Investing in commercial real estate offers significant potential for profit, but it demands thorough planning. One way to help secure substantial returns is to obtain a property appraisal before making a purchase. This independent assessment of a property can help...
How some home sellers try to hide defects
We recently discussed how home sellers have an obligation to disclose defects during a real estate transaction. If the seller knows that there are significant problems with the home, they need to make potential buyers aware of those issues. After all, this can affect...
3 terms commercial tenants often want to negotiate
Commercial landlords rent out their properties to businesses that need space. They may provide retail space, industrial facilities or even office rentals. Commercial landlords may rent out an entire building or a single unit in a multi-tenant property. They can...
Arizona buyers, beware of commercial property closing problems
Buying commercial real estate is typically not a task the uninformed should take on alone. It is a complex process that is fraught with many potential pitfalls. Here are some of the most frequent issues that can arise when closing on commercial property, and how legal...
What are the dangers of a short sale?
Life happens – and sometimes the financial twists and turns you experience are wholly unexpected. If you find yourself suddenly unable to pay your mortgage, you may be contemplating a short sale to get out from under the bill. A short sale is when a property is sold...
Does the seller have to disclose defects?
You are purchasing a new home, and everything looks to be in order. The seller assures you that the house is in great condition and it is fairly new. You decide not to have a home inspection done, and you close on the house. A few months down the line, you discover...

