What does "CAM" Mean in Commercial Real Estate? There's a lot of lingo in commercial real estate: Triple net, cap rate, and CAM are all terms that are thrown about like they're common English. You've probably come across the word CAM before, whether you're seeking to lease or invest in commercial buildings. What you need to know is as follows: What Is Maintenance of Common Areas?  Common area upkeep...

The History of Selling the Brandywine Picnic Park The history of the Brandywine Picnic Park has many…. many stages. The most recent being the last few years, when it has been available for purchase. While this most recent chapter of the iconic property provided a much smaller audience, it was certainly not uneventful. Pillar Real Estate Advisors, a locally based commercial real estate brokerage...

Mixed-Use Properties - A Good Investment? If you’re considering your options when it comes to investments, don’t overlook mixed-use developments. When managed correctly, these properties can provide a greater income and sense of security than other investment properties. Right now, they’re becoming a lot more desirable to landlords, with a wide range of tenants looking to be close to local...

Who Pays Commission in A Commercial Real Estate Transaction? Buyers and sellers hire commercial real estate agents for their expertise in identifying, selling, buying, and negotiating the price of commercial property. Commercial real estate agents receive a percentage of the property's sales price known as commission in exchange for their services. This commission is typically part of...

Where Can I Find Commercial Real Estate Listings in My Town? Investors, individuals and commercial real estate brokers rely on finding reliable commercial listings to meet their requirements or their clients' requirements. A good commercial real estate listings platform must constantly evolve as the market is versatile and is on the move. Today a commercial building listed as...

What Is a Cap Rate in Commercial Real Estate? Commercial real estate is any property that is leased or owned for business or income.  It includes office buildings, shopping malls, industrial buildings, retail stores, and more. Investors considering investing in commercial real estate will want to evaluate the risk of purchasing a commercial property. In other words, how profitable...

Beginners Guide to Flex Space Whether you call it Flex Space, Shop Space, or Contractor Space, you’re talking about one of the hottest sectors in commercial real estate for the suburban Philadelphia PA market. It appears “Flex Space” was pandemic proof from a leasing and selling perspective and it’s the “why” that is interesting. Flex Space is commercial real estate...

Valuation Analysis in Commercial Real Estate: What you need to know. Understanding how real estate valuation analysis works is essential in deciding whether to invest in a property. Is your investment in an identified piece of real estate of financial value to you? Will it generate a worthwhile Return on Investment? Good questions. This is one of the biggest reasons working with a...

Landlord Vs. Tenant Representation in Commercial Real Estate For tenants looking for suitable commercial real estate to rent, it is vital to get the most suitable space at the price to fit your budget, and herein presents the need for hiring representation. For landlords looking for tenants to lease their commercial real estate, they want the best tenants at the highest amount of rent with the...

The type of properties you are interested in Your price rangesYour preferred location The characteristics of the commercial real estateHow to Work with Commercial Real Estate Firms Fact: Wading through the process of leasing, selling, or buying commercial real estate can be complex and overwhelming. That is why some opt to enlist commercial real estate brokerage services, who have...