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 Commercial Properties for Lease in Sterling, VA
How to search for Sterling commercial space near Dulles: property types, building features, zoning checks, NNN cost comparisons and negot...
Commercial Property for Sale in Prince William County: A Buyer's Guide
A buyer's guide to Prince William County commercial property: owner-user versus investor goals, property types, due diligence and current...
Where to Find Retail Space for Lease in Manassas, VA
How to find and evaluate Manassas retail space: property types, zoning checks, NNN costs, negotiation points and current For Lease listings.
How to Find Commercial Office Space in Fairfax County
A step-by-step guide to choosing a Fairfax County submarket, comparing office lease costs and negotiating the lease, with local area poin...
Where to Buy Industrial Buildings in Prince William County, VA
A guide to buying industrial buildings in Prince William County and Manassas, covering where to look, zoning, building features and due d...
Where to Find Commercial Real Estate in Northern Virginia: A County-by-County Guide
A county-by-county overview of where to look for commercial property in Northern Virginia, plus how to find commercial properties for sale.
Commercial Real Estate Acquisitions in Virginia: How the Process Works
A step-by-step look at buying commercial property in Virginia, from LOI and due diligence to financing and closing, and who does what.
What Does an Industrial Real Estate Broker Do?
An industrial real estate broker helps businesses lease, buy or sell warehouses and flex space. Here is what they do and when to hire one.
How to Choose a Commercial Real Estate Broker in Northern Virginia and the DC Area
A practical checklist for comparing commercial real estate brokers in Northern Virginia and the DC area, including what to ask and which ...
Finding Industrial and Flex Space in the Dulles Corridor
A guide to industrial and flex space near Dulles Airport: which areas to consider, building types, lease costs and how to search.
Where Can I Find Retail Space in a Busy Shopping Center?
How to find and evaluate retail space in a busy shopping center, from anchors and co-tenancy to signage, parking and NNN costs.
What Commercial Properties Are Available for Sale in Manassas, VA?
Current Manassas commercial properties for sale on our site, plus what buyers should check on zoning, due diligence and the buying process.
How to Find a 10,000 Square Foot Warehouse for Lease in Northern Virginia
A step-by-step guide to leasing a 10,000 SF warehouse in Northern Virginia: requirements, submarkets, NNN costs, listings and a tour chec...
How Do I Negotiate Tenant Improvement Allowances?
A practical guide to negotiating tenant improvement (TI) allowances: what they cover, how to price your build-out and which lease terms m...
What Should I Know Before Signing a 5-Year Commercial Lease?
A checklist for tenants considering a 5-year commercial lease: total cost, expenses, options, guaranties, repairs and exit rights.
Can a Commercial Real Estate Broker Negotiate a Lease on My Behalf?
A tenant representative can negotiate your commercial lease terms. Here is who negotiates for tenants, what brokers cannot do, and how to...
What Expenses Should I Negotiate in a Commercial Lease?
The lease expenses worth negotiating, from CAM caps and management fees to capital repairs, escalations and hidden costs of leasing comme...
How Can I Negotiate a Lower Commercial Rental Rate?
Practical ways to lower a commercial rental rate: comparables, competing offers, concessions and how to avoid paying above-market rent.
How Do I Determine Whether a Shopping Center Is a Good Investment?
A practical checklist for judging a shopping center purchase: NOI, rent roll, anchors, lease structure, condition, trade area and price.
How Do I Find Commercial Properties With Strong Rental Income?
Strong rental income depends on NOI, lease length and tenant quality. Learn how to find and verify income-producing commercial property.
What Are the Best Commercial Real Estate Investments in Northern Virginia?
Compare industrial, retail, NNN, office and land investments in Northern Virginia and learn how to judge which fits your goals and risk t...
How to Lease Up a Multi-Tenant Commercial Building
A practical guide to filling vacant suites: diagnosing vacancy, pricing, concessions, tenant mix, marketing and commercial landlord repre...
How to Sell a Commercial Building With Tenants
Selling an occupied commercial building means selling its income. Learn how to prepare leases, value NOI, handle estoppels and communicat...
How to Negotiate a Commercial Property Purchase
Negotiating a commercial purchase goes beyond price. Learn how to use NOI, comparables, the LOI and due diligence to get better terms.
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