LoopNet’s Top Investor Stories of 2020
As the end of the year approached, LoopNet’s editorial team identified articles published in 2020 that we did not want our readers to miss. Featured are stories that were particularly relevant this past year, as well as evergreen articles that explain commercial real estate (CRE) concepts and best practices that can be applied at any time. Some articles were top performers, while others were lesser-read pieces we believe warranted a second look. The articles below focus on investor-related content, while a companion piece centers around tenant-oriented articles.
The following investor-related articles span subjects such as whether to acquire a distressed asset or its debt; debunking myths related to CRE auctions; the seemingly unstoppable success of the industrial sector; and the unique benefits of acquiring property in historic communities.
We hope these articles provide an opportunity to reflect on the year that was, and we wish all our readers the best in the year ahead.
Investing in Mobile Home Communities
A two-part overview of the mobile, or manufactured, home community sector — one of the least understood and most intriguing real estate asset classes.
6 Tips for Real Estate Investors to Thrive in a Downturn
Suggestions for investors on how to navigate the pandemic-induced recession and find opportunities amid economic turbulence.
Buying Distressed Assets: Should You Acquire the Property or Its Debt?
To play in the distressed game, you need to know whether to buy the property itself or the asset's bank note, as well as the pros and cons of each approach.
Debunked: Four Myths About CRE Auction Properties
In real estate, the word “auction” might evoke negative images of distressed assets, but buying a property through an online commercial real estate (CRE) auction offers unique benefits for both buyers and sellers.
How to Conduct Due Diligence on a Multifamily Asset
Insights from an industry expert regarding property tours, competitive sets, supply threats and other facets of the due diligence process that every multifamily investor should consider.
Industrial Properties Show Promise and Opportunity Amid Downturn
CoStar economists discuss the opportunities and growth prospects for the industrial sector, which remain robust despite the current recession.
Coronavirus Ignites Opportunities in Cold Storage
The pandemic has spurred interest in cold storage facilities, a subset of the industrial sector that is now poised for significant growth and is creating opportunities for investors.
Commercial Real Estate Valuation in the Age of Coronavirus
A professionally designated MAI member of the Appraisal Institute and a Fellow of RICS outlines some of the nuances that investors and owners should consider when evaluating opinions of value during turbulent economic periods.
Want to Own a Piece of History? Smaller Cities With Historic Downtowns Offer Options
Examples of unique investment opportunities located in historic areas across the United States.
Understanding Your Property’s Walk Score
Learn about the amenities, data and calculations used to generate your property’s Walk Score, including seven key amenities, high population density and the importance of intersections.
