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Commercial real estate brokers are on the front lines of the industry and know market conditions well since they are directly dealing with transactions.
While transaction volumes have significantly declined, there are still good investment opportunities available for those willing to get creative and work hard.
Sale leasebacks can provide liquidity to cash-strapped businesses and are a way for investors to secure properties with negotiated lease terms already in place. This reduces risk compared to other deal types.
When markets are downturns, it's a good time to focus on growing your business and positioning yourself for future success once conditions improve.
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Commercial brokers can provide value by knowing their local market extremely well, including tenants, rental rates, and vacancy times. This allows them to be a trusted resource for investors.
Affordable housing development faces challenges from lack of understanding and resistance from some politicians and governments.
Micro apartments and efficiency units can help address affordable housing needs, though securing approvals can be difficult.
Commercial real estate investing strategies like value-add deals may be better for wealth building than passive triple net lease properties.
Alternative sources of financing like other SBA lenders or hard money loans should be explored if initial financing options have high rates.
Opportunity zones can provide tax benefits but have been criticized for uneven distribution of benefits across qualified areas.
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Commercial real estate development has played a major role in transforming Nashville over the past few decades, especially increasing residential units downtown.
Economic downturns are challenging but can make developers more resilient if they navigate difficulties successfully.
Smaller, neighborhood-focused projects face hurdles in securing financing from conservative lenders but may be viable with the right partners and equity.
Studying how other cities developed, like comparing Nashville to Atlanta, can provide insights into a city's long-term growth potential.
Developers have a responsibility to consider how projects will impact the surrounding community and environment over generations.
Starting in commercial real estate requires finding ways to cover living expenses while gaining experience and determining the right niche or specialization.
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Tyler provides a process for determining if a value-add commercial real estate deal is good using price per square foot and cap rate calculations.
Creative financing strategies like vendor financing may be possible but require careful consideration of costs and risks.
When replacing roofs for triple net tenants, it's best to have reserves rather than expecting rent increases to directly offset costs.
Choosing the first tenants for a new retail property requires understanding the existing and desired tenant mix for the location and demographic.
Community engagement is important for successful rezoning approvals through understanding neighborhood needs and crafting an aligned project.
AI can help with small contract changes if its implications are understood, but an attorney is still typically needed for major legal documents.
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The importance of building a track record through completing multiple successful real estate development deals from start to finish.
Partnering with other developers on deals as a way to gain experience without having all the capital.
Cold calling institutional investors and differentiating product offerings to scale up from friends and family money.
Finding niche asset classes that are undersupplied to take advantage of demand and pricing opportunities.
Returning calls and following up on potential opportunities even if they don't seem like a fit initially.
Gaining exposure to deals through a career in real estate brokerage before pursuing development.
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Inflation is significantly impacting QSR tenants, so it's important to consider risks for single-tenant net lease investments in that sector.
Relationships with local authorities, neighbors, contractors, and banks are critical for successfully developing commercial properties.
Off-market deals can offer better terms than on-market listings, but creative thinking allows finding value in on-market properties as well.
Handling difficult situations professionally, such as by negotiating solutions during COVID-19, can turn problematic relationships into valuable partnerships over time.
Commercial real estate investing offers various opportunities, from rehabilitating mills to partnering on sale-leaseback deals to developing education programs.
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It is important to align goals and ensure congruence in objectives and strategies with any potential partners before investing in a project together. Not being on the same page can lead to problems down the road.
Properly assessing and managing risk is critical, including understanding different types of risks, likelihood of occurrence, potential impact, and having a clear risk management plan.
Partnership agreements should thoroughly address potential issues like buyout provisions, processes for resolving disputes, and responsibilities in worst case scenarios to protect all parties.
When evaluating deals, it is important to consider both the existing risk-adjusted cap rate as well as the potential for value add and equity creation through the execution of a business plan.
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Flex space and light assembly spaces are versatile options for beginner industrial real estate investors due to their ability to accommodate various business needs.
Cold storage demand is increasing and it offers stable tenant retention, making it a valuable investment despite potential challenges finding new tenants.
Industrial outdoor storage provides cash flow, versatility, low maintenance costs, and potential for future growth, making it a good entry point for beginners.
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Commercial real estate investment opportunities like industrial/outdoor storage, flex space, and sale-leaseback deals can provide good returns
It's important to build relationships with tenants and be a good landlord to secure longer lease renewals
Gaining hands-on experience through apprenticeships or working for developers is very valuable for learning the business
Having a solid operating agreement is critical when partnering or joint venturing on deals to protect all parties
Educating oneself on commercial real estate fundamentals and advanced strategies through resources like CRE Central can help aspiring investors get started
Focusing on the benefits of projects rather than just features helps gain support from municipalities and communities
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Tenant improvement allowances can vary significantly based on property type, market conditions, tenant needs and landlord requirements.
Restaurant and medical space TI deals tend to be more complex with higher costs than other property types.
It's important for all parties, especially landlords, to have realistic expectations about TI budgets and costs.
Treating certain capital improvements as capital expenditures rather than TI can make deals more attractive to sophisticated institutional landlords.
Using market data and net effective rent calculations helps determine if a tenant's TI request is reasonable or aligned with market rates.
Understanding motivations is key for brokers to negotiate effectively and find creative solutions in TI negotiations.
Communication, setting clear expectations, and bringing value beyond just order-taking are important skills for brokers handling complex TI deals.
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Using both online and offline strategies is important for finding the best industrial real estate investment opportunities. This includes utilizing platforms, networking, and direct exploration.
Building relationships with local brokers, attending industry events, and networking can provide valuable insights and access to hidden deals.
Consulting local economic development agencies and understanding their programs/incentives can help align investments with regional growth areas.
For auctions, it's important to understand the dynamics, research property history, and set clear budget limits beforehand.
Direct outreach to property owners through personalized messages can open doors to potential off-market deals.
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Determining maximum offers on commercial properties involves calculating cash-on-cash returns and internal rates of return to set pricing.
Personal guarantees and clear communication about lease clauses are important for protecting landlords.
Partnering by providing sweat equity in exchange for a small equity stake can be a good way for new investors to gain experience without financial risk.
Focusing investments on cash flow in addition to wealth building helps mitigate risk from having low cash reserves.
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Neighbor.com presents an opportunity for commercial real estate investors to monetize unused or underutilized space in their properties through vehicle and equipment storage. This can provide significant recurring income.
Storage occupancy rates remain high nationally, but some markets like the Sunbelt are leveling off while others like New York and California continue strong growth.
Converting office space directly to residential is challenging and unprofitable in most cases, but converting to self-storage has low capex requirements and high potential returns.
Multifamily and other commercial properties often have 20-30% of interior storage units and parking spaces sitting unused, representing an opportunity to work with Neighbor and increase net operating income.
Neighbor's platform allows operators flexibility through customization and month-to-month rentals while still providing predictable recurring income streams.
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Tyler is focusing more on YouTube and investments as his full-time work, building out a YouTube studio and launching new educational programs.
Networking and building relationships are important for opportunities like joint ventures, mentorship, and career growth.
Due diligence is important when purchasing properties to understand environmental risks and market saturation.
Starting focused on one commercial real estate niche helps build a strong foundation before diversifying.
Hiring the right people like an investor relations person can help scale a real estate business more effectively.
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Hard money lending offers consistent returns of 10-12% due to steady demand from real estate investors needing quick financing.
Demand for hard money loans is expected to remain high in 2024 due to interest rates at banks being not too far below hard money rates now.
Hard money lending provides flexibility and speed that traditional bank loans lack, while still offering decent returns.
Investors are shifting capital from equity investing to hard money lending funds that guarantee returns like 10%.
Hard money lending can be started with as little as $50,000-$100,000 and successfully scaled up over time.
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Partnerships can help scale up operations but also introduce complexity and risk
It's important to clearly define roles and responsibilities in a partnership and put them in writing
Equity splits depend on each situation and should be based on a fair assessment of each partner's value
Replacing partnerships with debt when possible can help keep more upside for yourself while mitigating risk
Doing due diligence on potential partners is critical to avoid issues down the line
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Tyler and Logan are launching a Brokers Mastermind program to provide coaching and training to commercial real estate brokers.
Both Tyler and Logan's brokerage businesses had a challenging Q1 and did not meet their sales goals.
Prospecting more through activities like flyer distribution and cold calls is important to generate more leads and deals.
It's important to track metrics like time to close, average value by deal type, and allocate time and focus to the most lucrative deal types.
Generating leads through content marketing and branding on platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube in addition to prospecting is important to keep pipelines full.
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Tyler is optimistic about the office sector and believes it will bounce back in 5-10 years as existing office buildings are converted or torn down. He thinks this will lead to a lack of supply.
Tyler is developing a boutique hotel project and will be documenting the process to share monthly updates. This could provide useful insights for others interested in similar projects.
Tyler fired his original contractor on the Salt Ranch project and had to get his attorney involved to get permits transferred to a new contractor. This highlighted potential issues with permits being in the contractor's name.
Tyler sees potential in industrial, flex, and neighborhood commercial real estate in Nashville, particularly in undervalued areas like East Nashville and Madison.
Tyler gave advice on wholesaling commercial real estate versus residential and partnering for first development projects.
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Hiring a third-party asset manager allows real estate investors to take a step back from active ownership responsibilities while still maintaining control and earning income from their investments.
Asset managers serve as the CEO of the property portfolio, handling execution, optimization, and strategic direction to meet the owner's goals.
Asset managers assess properties, identify issues, and establish action plans to improve performance, maximize returns, and ensure smooth operations.
Regular reporting from the asset manager keeps owners informed without overwhelming them with non-essential details.
Hiring an asset manager typically makes sense once a portfolio grows beyond 20-100 units in size or complexity.
Asset managers can optimize operations, enhance returns, and add value beyond just maintaining the status quo.
Interviewing potential asset managers to understand their experience, systems, transparency, and track record is important for finding the best fit.
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Tyler discussed new investment opportunities through his syndication platform and encouraged listeners interested in investing to contact him.
He shared stories from deals he has filmed for his YouTube series to provide a full picture of deals beyond just the outcomes.
Adaptive reuse of vacant office space into flex/industrial space was highlighted as a good opportunity currently.
Networking and using YouTube has become a major part of Tyler's business and how he sources deals and clients.
Markets like Chattanooga, Greenville, Asheville, and Huntsville were mentioned as up-and-coming smaller markets to watch.
Deals can take a long time, with one of Tyler's taking 3 years already, so having multiple deals and projects helps stay motivated during long timelines.
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