Finance

CRE Explained Finance

Whether you're a property owner, investor, or developer, understanding the intricacies of commercial real estate finance is crucial for making informed decisions. Our articles cover a range of topics, from the ins and outs of different lease types, such as the triple net lease and absolute net lease, to the ins and outs of financing options, including land loans and commercial real estate loans. Our Finance category is designed to provide you with the knowledge and insights you need to grow in the complex world of commercial real estate finance and make smart financial decisions.

What Is a Sale-Leaseback?

A Company That Operates Out of a Building it Owns Initiates a Sale-Leaseback to Convert the Equity in its Real Estate Asset into Cash

What is a 1031 Exchange?

Reinvest Proceeds, and Taxes That Would Be Due, in a ‘Like-Kind’ Property

Tenant Improvement Allowance (TIA)

What Is a Tenant Improvement Allowance in Commercial Real Estate?

Land Loans 101

Key Considerations When Applying for a Land Loan

Percentage Lease

Learn how percentage leases align interests, boost revenue potential, and adapt to modern business models.

The 3 Most Common Types of Commercial Leases

Understanding Gross, Net, and Percentage Lease Structures and Their Impact on Your Business

Gross Lease Explained

Learn the essentials of gross leases and how they compare to net leases.

The Absolute Net Lease

Maximizing Investments and Streamlining Real Estate Operations

Master Lease Strategies

Maximizing Control and Income with Flexible Leasing Solutions

Financing Options for Buying Restaurant Properties

Effective financing methods for restaurant property investments, from traditional loans to alternative funding.

Essential Factors to Consider Before Entering a Sublease Agreement

Key Benefits and Risks to Consider Before Signing a Sublease Contract

Lease Terms You Need to Know

How to Navigate a Commercial Lease

Understanding the Triple Net Lease

A Guide Explaining the Meaning of NNN, and How it Impacts Lease Agreements for Tenants and Landlords

Net Leases in Commercial Real Estate

An in-depth guide explaining the complexities of net leases for tenants and investors

How Industrial Rental Rates are Calculated

Base Rent Isn't the Only Cost for Business Owners to Consider

Fit-Out Costs To Help Tenants Plan for Construction Spending

Construction Cost Data for 39 U.S. and Canadian Markets

Why ‘Extend and Pretend’ May Be Prudent for Both Lenders and Borrowers

Tactic Allows Time for Demand, Rents and Other Factors To Improve

A Guide to Warehouse Operating Expenses

An Operating Expense Overview for Building Tenants

10 Ways to Lower Your Real Estate Occupancy Costs

Plus 3 Big Priorities on Leaders’ Minds

Debt Yield in Commercial Real Estate

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

What is a 721 Exchange

How to Defer Real Estate Taxes with a 721 Exchange

Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Loans

Commercial Real Estate Loans: Options and Strategies for Financing

How Rising Interest Rates Are Impacting NNN Retail Properties

Understanding the Enduring Appeal and Shifting Prices

Understanding Owner-Financed Real Estate Deals

The Advantages and Disadvantages of the Approach, Including Speed and Due Diligence