COMMERICAL REAL ESTATE IN 2009

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Is commercial real estate still a viable investment option? How low will values go? More than half way through the first quarter in 2009, those questions are just the tip of the iceberg that some investors and many speculators are asking themselves. With all the negative press regarding the overall economy, turmoil in the credit & mortgage markets creating the lack of liquidity it’s easy to understand why. While all the news regarding the economy and the government bail outs are warranted and is unquestionably worth being informed on, commercial real estate fundamentals are still strong and has many advantages over other financial instruments like in stocks, bonds, and CD’s. While most investors and speculators are waiting on the sideline, experienced investors are being quite aggressive in the market place. Currently they see the next 18 months as a huge opportunity to purchase performing, underperforming or non-performing assets; some of those assets have the potential to be financed at historically low interest rates. In the marketplace I am currently seeing many quality assets performing at high yields, some even in primary markets like the New York City, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta and Miami. The potential for wealth creation is so extraordinary that some investors are even looking to purchase properties outside their traditional comfort zone.

Experienced investors realize the importance of clearly defined holding periods, in addition to due diligence and initial underwriting when looking to acquire distressed assets or properties being marketed in a traditional way. These investors know that if a purchased property has the right fundamentals, the investor will be able to weather the current storm of declining asset values, uncertainty in the economy, and falling US dollar.

Most savvy investors realize the need to have well rounded long term relationships with industry professionals, most importantly your real estate broker. As your trusted real estate counselor I will work hard to provide you with honest, accurate and prompt business information. Being a full time broker for the last 8 years, I can evaluate your portfolio, bring you up-to-date with current market trends to ensure your real estate assets are well positioned for the economic swings that occur over time. Having the right real estate counselor to go over your:
o Strengths and weakness within your portfolio
o Different Property Types
o Regional Economic Trends
o Emerging Markets
o Credit Issues within the Capital Markets
o Lifestyle Trends
within your current real estate portfolio is critical to make sure you have a balance well managed portfolio. I can help you maximize your real estate investment potential.

If you are looking to purchase commercial grade investment real estate please contact Sam Robnett today. For a free, no commitment, no hassle, confidential counseling session to create and preserve wealth contact me today.