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Commercial Guide

Steps on Renting a Commercial Property

1
Choose an Agent
Choose an agent whose personality meshes with your own and whose experience can work in your favor!
2
Under Writing
We will work closely together to gather important business and financial information to present to the landlord for review and consideration.
3
Property Search Begins
We'll take note of your preferences and start searching for properties that fit the bill!
4
Make an Offer
We'll draw up a letter of intent and negotiate on your behalf.
5
Inspection/Due Diligence
Due diligence is used to validate the initial underwriting assumptions and to verify that the property’s physical condition is as advertised.
6
Finalize Lease Terms
An attorney will work on your behalf to draw up the best terms of a lease and negotiate on your behalf.
7
Final Walk-Through
One last look at property before it's yours.
8
Move-In Day!
Sign the lease, get the keys, and enjoy your new space!

Necessary Information

Do:

Notify your lender of any address change, whether it's your home address or another listed on your application.

Notify your lender of any salary or wage changes.

Be prepared to provide proof of significant bank deposits.

Acquire property insurance immediately after going under contract.

Keep all forms of debt paid and in check.

Do Not:

Make large purchases using existing credit without first talking to your lender.

Apply for or acquire any additional lines of credit.

Pay off, transfer, or close credit balances unless your lender instructs you to do so.

Change jobs without first talking to your lender.

Co-sign for another person seeking to obtain a line of credit or to make a purchase.

Pay off collections before conferring with your lender.

Taxes

Property taxes are a major source of income and are used to help pay for city services. Each municipality determines their own tax rate every year.

Utilities

Utilities are the services required to run your home, including: power, water, sewer, and heating costs. The cost of utilities can vary widely from home to home and from season to season.

Insurance

Property insurance can protect you against all types of damage to your property, such as flooding, vandalism, and theft. Most lenders require you to have property insurance to get a mortgage, so they can protect the asset they have lent on.

What Kind of Property Do You Want?

Are you interested in retail, industrial, or mixed-use?

Consider Your Customer

Do you need a location to serve a specific customer base? Will your customers be willing to drive to your location often?

Old or New

Older properties are great for their charm and character, but often may require more upkeep. Newer developments have modern finishes and most often, fewer repairs are needed.

Community

What would you like to see in your new community? Is it more like-minded businesses? Events? Closer to your target customer? A particular school district? Whatever it is, write it down and choose areas that have those features.

Walkscore

How important is it to you to be walking distance to things like schools, parks, shopping, and groceries? Think of what you want or need to be close to.

Must Not Have

Everyone has wants but have you considered the things you don't want? If you hate noise you might want to steer clear of dense urban areas for example.

Steps on Buying a Commercial Property

1
Choose an Agent
Choose an agent whose personality meshes with your own and whose experience can work in your favor!
2
Get Pre-Approved
You'll want to make sure to get this process started asap, as getting preapproved for financing is essential.
3
Property Search Begins
We'll take note of your preferences and start searching for properties that fit the bill!
4
Make an Offer
We'll draw up an offer and negotiate on your behalf.
5
Earnest Money
You'll need to put some money into the game to show your interest in the property.
6
Inspection/Due Diligence
Due diligence is used validate the initial underwriting assumptions and to verify that the property’s physical condition is as advertised.
7
Appraisal
Your lender will order an appraisal to confirm value.
8
Underwriting
Your lender will finalize the paperwork for your loan.
9
Clear to Close
Approximately a week before your closing date you will get the final numbers for closing.
10
Final Walk-Through
One last look at the property before it's yours.
11
Closing Day!
Sign the papers and enjoy!

The Offer Process

Let's talk about the offer process. Here are the steps and what to expect.

DRAFT THE OFFER

I will draft an offer that protects you and include any clauses that are needed. Keep in mind that this offer is just an offer until it is accepted.

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