Commercial and Investment Real Estate: Tools of the Trade

Commercial and investment properties are some of the fastest growing segments of the real estate market. Sales opportunities are rich, but the rules for buying, holding, and selling real estate can often be completely different from those governing the residential realm. This book opens the door to commercial and investment real estate and is an invaluable resource to everyone from beginning agents to experienced brokers. Learn how to evaluate commercial properties, calculate cash flows, and negotiate capital gains taxes and 1031 exchanges. Contents : Commercial Real Estate Opportunities, All About Office Buildings, Retail Properties, Industrial Buildings and their Physical Characteristics, Introduction to Financial Analysis, The Value of Investments, Forecasting Cash Flows, Depreciation and Cash Flow After Taxes, Selling Property: Capital Gains Taxes and 1031 Exchanges,  Dealing with Other Brokers, and Marketing for Success