Commercial Real Estate Explained

Everything you need to know about commercial property investment. Our articles provide insightful, educational content to help both seasoned investors as well as those who are just getting started.

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Recent Investing Articles

Right of First Offer (ROFO)

A concise, practical guide to ROFO clauses, how they work, and why they matter for commercial real estate owners, tenants, and investors.

Is there demand for coworking space? Regional trends, pricing, and ROI

Is there demand for coworking space? Yes, driven by hybrid work, suburban growth, and enterprise adoption. Covers pricing bands, corridor trends, and factors for underwriting and returns

Office vs. Coworking Space: Comparing Costs, Cash Flow, and ROI for Investors

Compare ownership models, cash flow profiles, and investment strategies to understand how office buildings and coworking spaces perform across market cycles and hybrid work trends.

Is Coworking Real Estate Profitable? Margins, Costs & ROI

Profitability timelines, margin expectations, location strategies, and ROI modeling for coworking space investors

Multifamily Investing 101: Strategies and Metrics

A practical, end to end blueprint outlining essential strategies, financial metrics, and management techniques for successful multifamily investing.

Recent Getting Started Articles

Land Entitlement

Identifying Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Unentitled Land

How to Invest in Land

Investing in Land for Beginners

How to Buy an Apartment Complex

Your Roadmap to Successful Apartment Building Investment

Commercial Real Estate Terms

Understanding Key CRE Terms to Make Informed Investment Decisions

How To Lease Office Space in 8 Steps

How to Lease Your First Office or Move into a New One

Recent Finance Articles

Tenant Improvement Allowance (TIA)

What Is a Tenant Improvement Allowance in Commercial Real Estate?

Debt Yield in Commercial Real Estate

Learn How Debt Yield is Calculated and its Role in Assessing Risk in CRE Loans

Multifamily Financing Options & Rates

A comprehensive overview of multifamily loan programs, current market rates, and essential requirements for successful financing in today's market

Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Loans

Commercial Real Estate Loans: Options and Strategies for Financing

Land Loans 101

Key Considerations When Applying for a Land Loan

Recent Tools Articles

Cash on Cash Return

Learn How Cash on Cash Return Can Optimize Your Real Estate Investments

Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM) Calculator & Investment Guide

Simplifying Your Investment Analysis

Commercial Property Valuation

Understand Core Valuation Methods, Prevent Mistakes, and Use Our Instant Value Estimator

Land Loan Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate monthly payments, interest, and total financing costs for raw, unimproved, or improved land purchases.

Balloon Payment Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate monthly payments, total interest, and the final lump-sum balloon payment for commercial real estate loans.

Recent Auctions Articles

Online Auctions vs. Traditional Sales

Learn how you can strategically use the two transaction methods to achieve stronger outcomes, whether that's a faster deal, maximized sales price, or a low risk of fallouts.

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Online Commercial Real Estate Auctions

Understanding, Participating, and Succeeding at CRE Auctions

Understanding Proof of Funds for Online CRE Auctions

Why Proof of Funds are Important & How to Provide Yours

Online CRE Auction Glossary

New to Auctions? Learn These Common Terms & Phrases

Recent Podcasts Articles

The Shifting Landscape of Office Districts with Evan Regan-Levine​

In this episode of In the Loop, discover how JBG Smith is reimagining National Landing, turning a once-struggling office park into a vibrant, mixed-use urban hub.

The Science of Biophilic Workspaces with Michelle Beganskas Conn

In this episode of In the Loop, Ted Moudis Associates' Director of Workplace Strategy, Michelle Beganskas Conn, shows how connecting people with nature is improving the modern office.

The Future of Office with Nikki Greenberg

In this episode of In the Loop, Nikki Greenberg shares how business leaders can future-proof their organizations by embracing innovation, rethinking workplace strategy, and designing environments that anticipate tomorrow's needs.

Lessons in Building Iconic Cities with William Chilton

In this episode of In the Loop, Pickard Chilton principal architect William Chilton joins us at Tower 46 in New York City to explore how office architecture is evolving worldwide.

Space-as-a-Service with Ryan Simonetti

In this episode of In the Loop, Convene Hospitality Group CEO Ryan Simonetti shares how his company is reshaping office and event spaces by blending hospitality, design, and flexibility.