Tax Treatment of Commercial Real Estate Income
One of the major benefits of a commercial real estate (CRE) investment is the tax treatment of the income produced by it. But for those not accustomed to the terms and accounting concepts used to describe the tax implications of CRE, the exact mechanics of these benefits can be confusing. To understand how it all […]
Commercial Real Estate Investment Options
Every commercial property investor is unique, and undoubtedly their individual approach to real estate is too. Each investor has his or her own return requirements, diversification preferences, risk tolerance, time horizon, and individual beliefs about which strategies might offer the chance for the highest return. For this reason, there are a wide variety of commercial […]
6 Reasons Why Commercial Real Estate Won’t Be Impacted by the 2021 Presidential Transition
On November 3rd, 2020, millions of Americans voted in what was billed by many as “the most important presidential election of our lifetime.” The election year turnout broke historic records and, after an extended period of uncertainty and several recounts, Joe Biden appears poised to emerge victorious over Donald Trump to become the next president […]
Where Can I Invest in Commercial Real Estate?
Individuals looking to invest in commercial real estate (“CRE”), especially for the first time, can be overwhelmed by the number of available options and the managers who offer them. We have found that it can be easy to narrow down the choices by first grouping them into two buckets, active or passive. Active vs. Passive […]
What Are The Tax Benefits of Commercial Real Estate Investment?
When discussing the benefits of commercial real estate investing, many are quick to cite the cash flow generated by rental property leases or the capital appreciation driven by the supply and demand characteristics of a given market or improving Net Operating Income. While these are important benefits and material components of the total return, they […]
Where to Invest Instead of the Stock Market
Traditional financial advice on saving for retirement states that an individual should make regular contributions to a tax advantaged retirement account and use these funds to invest in a portfolio of stocks and bonds. Over time, this has proven to be a reliable strategy, but economic conditions can drive periods of intense volatility that can […]
How to Use an IRA to Invest in Commercial Real Estate
An Individual Retirement Account is a specialized type of savings/investment account designed to encourage savings for retirement by offering unique tax advantages. For many individuals, the IRA is the centerpiece of their retirement plan and the funds within it are invested in a mix of stocks and bonds. This investment approach is just fine for […]
Options for Investing Passively in Commercial Real Estate
Commercial real estate investing comes with a variety of benefits including income, capital appreciation, tax benefits, and portfolio diversification. Depending on the individual needs and desires of each investor, there are two avenues through which these benefits can be obtained, active investment or passive investment. The Difference Between Active and Passive Investment As their names […]
How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate Partnerships
For individuals looking for how to invest in commercial real estate, there are a number of vehicles through which capital can be deployed. For example, an investor could purchase a property directly, which entitles them to 100% of the property’s cash flow and appreciation, but it also requires a significant time commitment to manage the […]
