Buying Commercial Property With a Metro Charlotte Area Expert
Before you invest in commercial real estate properties, it’s essential to have a solid understanding of the market and the rate of return you can expect for your investment decision. You need a local, experienced broker on your side.
When you work with Regent CRE for commercial real estate investing, you get:
- Personalized Advice. We take the time to understand your business purposes and unique needs to help you make the best investment decisions.
- Deep Local Market Knowledge. We understand the intricacies of the local market and property values in metro Charlotte.
- A Custom Feasibility Study. We’ll analyze the feasibility of your investment opportunities to help you make an informed choice.
- Negotiation Expertise. When it’s time to buy, let us handle the negotiation to get you the best deal possible.
- More Time. Leave the details to us so you can focus on your business.
With nearly 1000 successful sales and lease transactions and decades of experience in the Charlotte commercial real estate industry, we’re here to give you the information you need to make an easy decision. Call Regent CRE today to start your investment property search.
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Why Invest in Commercial Properties?
Historically, real estate has been a reliable investment strategy for building wealth slowly over time. This is accomplished through a combination of:
- Rental income stream
- Appreciation
- Depreciation (tax benefit)
Savvy investors understand the lucrative opportunity that the commercial real estate sector provides as a key component of a diversified investment portfolio.
At Regent Commercial Real Estate, we’re here to help you determine the next step for your long-term investment goals. From assembling a team of professionals to put a corporate structure for the investment group in place, to recruiting local investors, to selecting and acquiring investment property, to negotiating lease terms and property management throughout the hold period, and eventually to helping you determine when the optimal time would be to sell the property, we’re here to provide a strategic partnership every step of the way.
While investing in commercial real estate can offer significant income potential, it’s not without its risks. The initial investment of purchasing a property can be considerable. In addition, you’ll also need to make sure you factor in the time commitment of keeping tenants in place, as well as the potential risks of owning another property and having tenants and/or patrons on site.
We understand the benefits of investing, but we also know the risks. Let us help you hone in on an investment that’s going to be a positive income-generator which fits into your long-term goals. We’ll help you balance the opportunities with the possible dangers to help you make an informed choice for your next commercial investment.
With decades of experience in the greater Charlotte area, we understand the local market for commercial spaces. Our priority is to help you achieve your objectives and get higher returns on your commercial investment endeavors.
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Commercial Real Estate Investment Properties
With nearly 1000 successful lease and sales transactions under our belt, we’ve had the privilege of working within every commercial property type. Whether you’re interested in office, retail, flex, industrial, warehouse, or IOS (industrial outdoor storage) space, we have the experience to help you find your ideal property among all types of commercial real estate.
Our CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) designation signifies our professionalism and high level of knowledge in the field of real estate investments. No matter what type of property is on your list, we’re here to provide you with a deep understanding of market trends, comprehensive financial analyses, masterful negotiation, assistance with the due diligence process, and more.
Office
Charlotte is home to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, multiple large banking hubs, beautiful views, and small town charm. This collision of features makes the greater Charlotte area a prime location for office buildings. Many large and small businesses are looking to lease office space both in the central district of Uptown, Charlotte and among the outskirts of town.
The range of office properties amongst the greater Charlotte area encompasses everything from high-rise, glass office buildings near the center of the city to office complexes, medical buildings, creative office space, and office flex buildings near accessible highways and interstates.
Regent CRE can help you determine the most profitable neighborhoods for investing in office real estate for your next commercial tenants. We’ll also give you access to exclusive listings through the use of our comprehensive search database tools to provide you with the most feasible options for your investment plans.
Retail
Whether you’re searching for retail properties in the busy streets of Uptown or square footage among Charlotte’s residential property areas, there are plenty of options for high-traffic retail buildings around metro Charlotte.
Charlotte’s diverse neighborhoods offer a range of income levels and customer profiles. Wealthy areas such as the cities surrounding Lake Norman and SouthPark (home to the SouthPark Mall) offer Class A retail stores and buildings to cater to upper class residents.
Other areas, such as Hickory and Salisbury, are better suited to more modest income levels and offer affordable retail properties in retail strip centers and walkable shopping hubs.
Let us put together a personalized market report to help you find your next retail property. From strip malls and shopping centers to movie theaters and grocery stores, we have the market knowledge to help you make an informed decision for your next retail space.
Flex
The demand for flex real estate continues to rise, and the metro Charlotte area is at the forefront of successful flex space opportunities. The combination of warehouse and office space makes this type of real estate suitable for a variety of businesses who want to cut costs and work in an adaptable building.
The web of interstates and highways throughout Charlotte make it an optimal location for buying and leasing flex space properties. Charlotte offers a plethora of opportunities for these commercial building options that allow service-oriented business to be in close proximity to a wide range of customers.
We’ve closed over 500 flex space transactions, and we know the market intimately in the Charlotte neighborhoods. Let us help you search for an adaptable space that fits the needs of your potential tenants.
Industrial
Whether you’re looking for an industrial property with attached offices, numerous square feet of warehouse storage, or IOS (industrial outdoor storage) space, the Charlotte landscape is a highly sought-after location for industrial businesses to grow and thrive.
The Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Regional Intermodal Facility, and the major ring roads make Charlotte an easy-to-access area for local businesses.
We understand the complexities and numerous options that industrial properties provide. When you work with Regent CRE, we’ll take the time to understand what’s important to you in your investments within industrial buildings so that we can help you find the best fit for your investment goals.
Warehouse
Charlotte’s network of interstates and ring roads make it an ideal place for storing and shipping products. Some of the most popular areas for warehouse space in the Charlotte metro area include the Airport neighborhood, Harrisburg, Concord, and Kannapolis, the Lake Norman area, and Charlotte North.
From highly convenient sites near the busier parts of the city to affordable spaces along the outskirts of town, our team at Regent CRE is committed to helping you find the ideal warehouse building for your business needs.
IOS – Industrial Outdoor Storage
More businesses are finding that industrial outdoor storage space (IOS) is the perfect solution for cutting costs and providing more square footage for storing larger products. Equipment rental companies, building supply houses, and other types of storage facilities are discovering the greater Charlotte area as an optimal solution for spacial needs. Access to the Charlotte Regional Intermodal Facility, the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and the city’s accessible transportation grid make this a prime spot for industrial businesses.
Whether you’re searching for undeveloped land to transform or an IOS property that’s set up and ready to go, you can trust our team to give you access to exclusive property options as we hone in on your optimal investment.
Navigating Metro Charlotte
From the northern Lake Norman area all the way into the South Carolina cities of Rock Hill, Indian Land, and Fort Mill, we have our finger on the pulse of both the high-income neighborhoods and more rural areas of metro Charlotte. Whether you’re looking in the western regions of Belmont and Gastonia or the eastern neighborhoods of Matthews, Harrisburg, and Indian Trail, we understand which neighborhoods hold the greatest potential for each property type.
Uptown Charlotte and the Airport neighborhood are dense urban areas with a high demand for available properties for lease. But whether you prefer the fast pace of the city or more rural, open spaces for industrial outdoor storage (IOS), we’ll help you determine a good place for your next investment in light of the potential options.
We’ve spent decades in the greater Charlotte region, and we understand the history and upcoming trends of the area. Whether you’re local to Charlotte or simply checking out the area for potential opportunities, you can trust Regent CRE to guide you to the right neighborhoods depending on your specific needs. We understand the landscape inside and out, and have the time to match up your needs with the greatest potential for income-producing investments.
Our network of real estate relationships, market analysis tools, deep knowledge, and genuine care for our clients sets us a tier above the rest in the Charlotte metro commercial real estate market.
Evaluating Your Commercial Investment’s Income Potential
Owning real estate is a great way to earn consistent cash flow on your investments and build wealth over time, giving you even more opportunities for future growth. But not every property is created equal, and not all tenant opportunities provide valuable passive income.
What factors can influence the value of real estate and the investment potential of your commercial property?
One major evaluation that investors make is the credit quality of the tenant in place. For example, if you have the U.S. Government as your tenant, they’re going to have a lot more stability than Bob’s Pawn Shop. Credit quality is huge when forecasting your potential income and the amount of work it will require to maintain a responsible tenant.
Another factor is the length of the lease in place. Investors differ on what they prefer in terms of long-term versus short-term leases. Some prefer long-term options, since this provides stability. On the other hand, short-term leases offer the opportunity to raise rents periodically.
Thirdly, figuring out the capitalization rate that the investment is producing is a good indicator of how much cash flow you can expect it to generate, and how quickly your investment will pay off.
To calculate cap rate, simply divide the net income by the purchase price.
Here’s an example using simple numbers:
Say a property was producing $10 in income per year, net of expenses. Now, say it cost $100 to buy it.Â
So, 10 divided by 100 is 0.1. This means that you have a 10% cap rate, or 10% rate of return. In other words, in 10 years, the income that came in would be equal to the purchase price that you bought it at.
​Credit score of the tenant, length of the lease, and capitalization rate can all be helpful indicators in understanding whether your investment will be worthwhile.Â
When you work with an experienced CCIM like Brian Smith, you can move forward on your property search knowing that you’ll get the highest level of professionalism and expertise on your commercial investment journey. We’ll be your guide on market trends, investment analysis, and financial analysis to make sure your property has the highest potential to help you achieve your long-term investment goals.
FAQs About Commercial Investment Property
What are the risks of investing in commercial property?
A few of the main overarching risks for commercial property investors include economic downturns and property value decreases, as well as the potential loss of tenants to fill your space.
These risks can be affected by all sorts of market factors, like unemployment rates, credit risks, rising interest rates, and inflation, along with others. When investing in real estate, you’ll also need to consider the amount of time and cash flow it takes to manage a property as well as manage tenant retention, minimizing your vacancy rate.
In many cases, property types that host multiple tenants can offer less risk for the property owner.
When you work with Regent CRE, we’ll help you thoroughly evaluate market factors to help you choose the best investment property for your needs and for the current market and desired location.
What types of commercial investment properties are the most lucrative?
Properties that allow you to host multiple tenants at once can provide the most protection against loss of income on your investment.
In Charlotte and across the country, flex space is rising as one of the most popular types of real estate investments. Its ability to accommodate multiple tenants as well as its appeal across a wide range of business sectors make it a highly-sought-after option.
General industrial space can also be a lucrative market in the Charlotte area.
In addition to considering the type of property, location, cost, and features also heavily impact your potential return on investment.
When you partner with us, we’ll use advanced market and financial analysis tools to provide you with strategic advice for your specific situation.
What’s a good ROI for commercial property?
Generally, around 8%-12% is considered a good ROI for commercial real estate.
Factors such as tenant credit score, lease length, and capitalization rate are indicators that are often helpful in assessing the potential capital of a real estate investment. Scroll up on this page to see a simple equation we can use to find an approximate rate of return on your property.
What’s the best way to find a good investment property?
Working with an experienced real estate broker is the best way to find profitable investment property. Local, knowledgeable brokers not only have access to more properties, but can also provide guidance on market trends and investment opportunities based on both experience and proficiency in commercial real estate concepts.
Brian Smith, lead broker at Regent CRE, brings prestigious SIOR and CCIM real estate credentials to the table, as well as over 10 years of experience in the Charlotte market and nearly 1000 successful sales and lease transactions.
Partner with Regent CRE to Experience Commercial Investment Property Success
Working with an experienced commercial real estate broker gives you a significant leg up on the investment market. Better yet, partnering with an SIOR- and CCIM-designated expert gives you the chance to experience the highest level of market knowledge, expertise, and dedication as you determine the best investment property for you.
We’re deeply established in the Charlotte area and are committed to using our knowledge to put your needs first. Count on us to offer strategic advice, detailed analysis, and hands-on assistance throughout the entire investment process – from initial evaluation to successful acquisition.
Take the first step towards unlocking your next big commercial real estate success story. Connect with Regent Commercial Real Estate today.
