Resources
Practical commercial real estate resources that include actionable guidance and tool recommendations, as well as expert interviews and insights curated to serve the needs of professionals looking for how to best navigate the industry and how to best develop their real estate marketing skills.
How to Calculate and Use a Cap Rate
The capitalization rate, or cap rate, is one of the first numbers any commercial real estate investor looks at. It tells you, in a single percentage, what yield…
What’s the Difference Between a Tenant Broker and a Listing Broker?
A broker is a broker, right? Not quite. In commercial real estate, the word covers two roles with very different jobs — and hiring the wrong one, or…
Everything You Need to Know about Refinancing Commercial Real Estate
Refinancing commercial real estate sounds straightforward — swap an existing loan for a new one on better terms — but in 2026 the math rarely lines up as…
The 1% Rule of Real Estate Investing
The 1% rule in real estate investing states that a rental property’s gross monthly rent should equal at least 1% of its all-in purchase price. It is a…
What Is an Executive Office Suite?
A virtual office is a service that gives your business a professional street address, mail handling, and administrative support without the cost of a physical lease. It is…
Investment Banking vs. Private Equity in Commercial Real Estate
Key Takeaways The core difference between what investment bankers and private equity professionals actually do in CRE — and why these roles are so frequently confused How compensation,…
How Much Do Commercial Real Estate Professionals Make?
Key Takeaways CRE salaries vary significantly by role — brokers are commission-driven with high upside, while analysts and appraisers earn structured base salaries. Location, specialization, and deal volume…
Coworking vs. Traditional Office Space: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Key Takeaways Coworking spaces offer flexible, month-to-month memberships starting around $220/month nationally, with no build-out costs or long-term lease commitments. Traditional office leases provide control, privacy, and brand…
The Best 24/7 Coworking Spaces in Washington, D.C.: A Guide for Round-the-Clock Workers
Washington, D.C. coworking spaces with 24/7 access give freelancers, remote workers, and hybrid teams the freedom to work outside standard business hours. With more than 270 flexible workspace…
Key Points on Commercial Lease Insurance
Key Takeaways Commercial lease insurance protects both parties: the landlord’s building and the tenant’s operations. Neither policy replaces the other. Your lease type (NNN, FSG, MG) determines whether…
