Building on leased land results in a separate ownership of that building and the land. The two owners, one of the land, and one the improvement, come together in one investment parcel. In this situation, the landowner wants someone to develop the land, but still wants to continue in ownership. The developer prefers to lease […]

Since the value of a rental property is based directly on the cash return, adding value means increasing cash flow. When small investors set out to increase real estate values, the steps are in upgrading houses, duplexes, triplexes, etc., enhancing the cash flow and therefore increasing equity when the property is sold. When working with […]

An option on real estate is an extremely versatile investment tool that comes in a variety of forms that can be used for a variety of purposes. The primary use of the option is that it gives the optionee (the party holding the option) control over property (in the sense of the right to buy […]

The choice of the type of lease for commercial space leased by a retail business is usually a percentage lease, meaning that the rental amount is determined as a percentage of the gross receipts of the business. The investor-landlord, in effect, takes a stake in the success of the tenant’s business and shares its ups […]

Insurance coverage must be addressed by both landlords and commercial tenants. For the run-of-the-mill daily problems, a landlord must have the maximum coverage for the building and the tenant’s leases. The tenant must cover the business with coverage that will protect his business. What if you have a small disaster that is easily repaired, but […]