Commercial Real Estate Insights
Practical guides to buying, selling, leasing and investing in commercial real estate in Northern Virginia, from Fred's Properties.
How to Find Truck Parking and Contractor Yard Space in Northern Virginia
How contractors and fleet operators find truck parking, contractor yards and outdoor storage in Northern Virginia: zoning, access, surfac...
Should You Renew Your Commercial Lease or Relocate?
How to decide between renewing your commercial lease and moving: deadlines, total cost comparison, signs it is time to move, and how to n...
How to Buy Commercial Property With an SBA Loan
How small businesses buy their own building with SBA 504 or 7(a) loans: down payment, owner-occupancy rules, who qualifies, the process a...
Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence Checklist for Buyers
A complete commercial due diligence checklist: rent roll and leases, operating statements, property condition, Phase I environmental, tit...
How to Find a Building for a Day Care Center in Northern Virginia
How child care operators find day care buildings in Northern Virginia: zoning, licensing, outdoor play area, drop-off and parking, proper...
Restaurant Space for Lease: What to Check Before You Sign
What restaurant owners should check before leasing: zoning, hood and grease interceptor, utilities, parking, second-generation space, fre...
How to Lease a Building for a Church in Northern Virginia
How congregations find and lease worship space in Northern Virginia: zoning for assembly use, seating and parking, occupancy, build-out c...
Commercial Lease Terms Explained: A Glossary for Tenants and Owners
Plain-English definitions of common commercial lease terms: NNN, gross, modified gross, full-service, CAM, escalations, TI allowance, ren...
How to Determine the Right Asking Rent for Commercial Property
How landlords set the right asking rent: signed comparables, matching lease structures, adjusting for the space, net effective rent, the ...
Shell, Turnkey and Build-to-Suit Commercial Space: What's the Difference?
What shell condition, warm shell, second-generation, turnkey and build-to-suit mean in commercial real estate, who pays for the build-out...
Commercial Sublease vs. Lease Assignment: What's the Difference?
Sublease vs. assignment in a commercial lease: who stays liable, who pays the landlord, landlord consent, recapture and profit-sharing cl...
How Does a 1031 Exchange Work for Commercial Real Estate?
How a 1031 exchange defers capital gains tax on commercial property: which properties qualify, the 45- and 180-day deadlines, the qualifi...
How Do I Negotiate a Commercial Office Lease?
Office-specific lease negotiation: full-service vs. net rent, base year, load factor, TI allowance, parking, after-hours HVAC and options...
Do I Need a Broker to Lease Commercial Property?
You don't legally need a broker to lease commercial space, but here is when going direct works, when a tenant representative pays for its...
Which Commercial Real Estate Company Helps With Both Buying and Leasing?
Full-service brokerages can help with buying and leasing. Use this checklist to compare firms and see what we offer in Northern Virginia.
How Do I Find a Commercial Real Estate Tenant Representative?
Find a tenant rep who works for you: where to look, what to evaluate, how pay works and the questions to ask before signing.
Tenant Representative vs. Leasing Agent: What's the Difference?
A tenant rep works for the tenant; a leasing agent works for the landlord. Learn how they differ and when to use each.
How Long Does It Take to Find and Lease Commercial Space?
Leasing commercial space usually takes several months from search to move-in. Here is what drives each phase and how to avoid delays.
How a Tenant Representative Can Save Your Business Money
Where a tenant rep adds value in a commercial lease, with a hypothetical savings example and an honest answer on whether you need a broker.
Is Tenant Representation Free? Who Pays the Broker When You Lease Commercial Space
Who pays the commercial broker in a lease? Learn how commissions are shared, when tenants pay a fee, and what to get in writing.
Who Represents Tenants, Buyers and Owners in Commercial Real Estate?
Tenant reps, buyer's brokers, listing brokers and landlord reps explained, plus how agency and dual agency affect your commercial transac...
How to Find Commercial Land for Development in Northern Virginia
A practical guide to finding and vetting commercial development land in Northern Virginia, from search sources to zoning, utilities and d...
Best Locations for Medical Office Space in Northern Virginia
How to choose a medical office location in Northern Virginia, with area overviews, a site checklist and lease points for healthcare tenants.
Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in the Washington, DC Metro Area
An investor's overview of commercial property types across DC, Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland, with how to evaluate deals and wh...
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