Friday 27 September 2013

Why Invest in Commercial Real Estate

Investing in commercial real estate can provide long-term rewards. Not only does the market continue to thrive, it also generates high income and returns. If you invest in a commercial property, you can benefit from business or capital gains and long-term leases. Unlimited income is also possible if you have a sound business plan.

Compared to residential real estate, there's less competition when it comes to commercial properties. In fact, being overlooked can be advantageous in the long run, most especially if the property is in a promising location.

The value of commercial properties is also dependent on how the revenue is being generated at its location. Even just a small increase in revenue for your commercial investment can already raise the property's value significantly. Investing in commercial property becomes more advantageous especially if the economy is stable or growing.

Closing commercial real estate deals is also easy and less time-consuming thanks to the wide range of financing options available. Apart from the many programs that cater to finance commercial properties, lenders also consider the potential of the property to increase in value before approving a loan. So this is not just about your finances, it's also about guaranteeing that your investment will indeed succeed.

Saturday 21 September 2013

Coordinating a Move with Accurate Real Estate News

Relocating to any major city such as Calgary is a decision that typically takes into account a certain set of variables. Things such as proximity to schools and even the general state of the environment may influence a home buyer’s decision. Of course, chief among these deciding factors is the actual price of the home in question.

The price of a house can either be a stumbling block or an added incentive for a family looking to relocate, so getting an inaccurate or misleading price estimate can be rather unfortunate on the part of the prospective buyer. To ensure that the property prices being quoted are indeed accurate and competitive in relation to local real estate prices, it may be a good idea to consult local news sources for anything related to real estate developments.

Most daily newspapers and news websites post regular updates on real estate trends, but a more convenient option would be to simply look online for relevant information on the local housing market in a particular area. A trusted online news resource can be easily identified through its roster of reporters, and as long as people keep these things in mind, the major move being planned can take place without any hassles.

Sunday 15 September 2013

Understanding How MLS Works

For some people, there's no better time to relocate to Calgary than now, especially with the city being declared as the fifth best city to live in by the Economic Intelligence Unit last August. However, if you and your partner have decided to take a big leap and settle abroad to pursue your lifelong passion, it's best to enlist the services of a real estate broker to sell your current home. With professional help, your house can be listed in a Multiple Listing Service or MLS® System. 
 
A MLS® System is a computerized database of all the real estate properties for sale in the Calgary area or in any other areas that buyers are interested in. By enlisting your property on a MLS® System, you can boost your chances of making a sale compared to solely relying on newspaper or magazine advertisements. However, a MLS® System is not free of charge, and similar to placing adverts on publications, costs may vary depending on how long you wish to keep your house listed.

A MLS® System is also beneficial to homebuyers as it contains all the critical information they need to know, including the property value, size, features, and amenities. Buyers can likewise easily have an idea whether or not a certain property fits within their budget. Likewise, buyers can instantly leave out any property that doesn’t meet their budgetary requirements or other preferences.