Commercial Real Estate

People in California who are interested in entering the thriving commercial real estate market may want to ensure that they pay sufficient attention to the due diligence process. A buyer looking to invest in a real estate project wants to avoid being mired in a...

Since California voters passed Proposition 13 in 1978, residential and commercial real estate property taxes in the Golden State have been limited. Upward reassessment of property values cannot exceed 2 percent every year, and the law caps property taxes at 1 percent...

When Californians consider investing in commercial real estate, it's important that they understand a few key terms. After all, the process can be much more complicated than dealing with residential real estate. Contract terms are longer, and the building values are...

Those in California who are looking to start a small business may need to get a commercial real estate loan if they want purchase a property to operate out of. These loans can take anywhere from five to 20 years to pay off, and they generally have a balloon payment...

The first quarter of 2018 saw a relaxation of lending standards at banks in regards to commercial real estate loans. The standards set for banks in 2010 by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act restricted the ability of banks to grant loans to...

There are many errors that can be committed by all of the parties involved in the sale of a commercial property. Commercial real estate owners in California should take care to avoid certain mistakes when selling their commercial properties. One mistake to avoid is...

The commercial real estate market could change in 2018 for investors in California and across the country, according to a report published by the Mortgage Bankers Association. In the annual study, which was released in June, the association said that it expects the...

Commercial lease disputes can be harmful for California business owners. They can also be bad for those who own the land or property that is being rented. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the chances of such disputes taking place. For example, it is imperative to...

Commercial properties in California have great potential to produce income, but owners must make an ongoing effort to maintain their curb appeal, occupancy and net operating income. Mortgages on commercial real estate mature every five to 10 years, and property...

According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis at the Department of Commerce, more than $450 billion was invested into the American economy by foreign investors during 2016. A significant portion of this investment has been in commercial real estate in major California...