InSites – Commercial Tenant’s & Buyer’s Bulletin

When could “distress” be considered a good thing?   When you’re a potential commercial property buyer and you’re presented with opportunities to buy “distressed” commercial properties at significant discounts. The road to today’s commercial real estate...

We’re asked that often and the answer depends on the perspective of the questioner – Tenant, Landlord, Buyer or Seller.  In addition, market dynamics can vary widely if you look more closely at specific submarkets and the even the product type involved (e.g. Class A...

When reviewing the commercial office lease rates advertised by Landlords, we are often struck by the disparity between these advertised rates and the “Net, Effective” rates typically achieved through our lease negotiations.    Why do the advertised lease rates seem so...

In a typical year, a high percentage of office tenants - between 60% and 70% - will renew their existing office leases rather than relocate.  This is especially true in the current economic climate.  There are many reasons NOT to relocate: it's a headache and adds...

In our last Bulletin we discussed how landlords typically view lease renewal transactions, and how this perception can work against you, as a commercial tenant. Achieving the best economics in your lease renewal requires work; however, the results are often worth the...

A looming Commercial Real Estate Financing Crisis presents challenges for building owners, but opportunities for commercial property buyers.  In contrast to most residential mortgage loans, the majority of commercial real estate loans require bank review every three...

I'm not suggesting you find out how much he or she can bench press!   With the economy still weak, Denver office vacancy rates continuing to increase, and commercial credit markets still tight, the real question is: What is the financial strength of your Landlord or...

The U.S. Department of Labor recently reported that the nation’s jobless rate has climbed to 8.9%, the highest rate since late 1983.  Layoffs nationally topped 539,000 for April.  Thankfully, Colorado lags the national rate with a state unemployment rate of 7.4% for...