Reasons to Consider Investing in Self-Storage

Commercial real estate investors have numerous options when seeking a suitable sector for their portfolio. One industry worth considering is self-storage. While the concept of self-storage arrived in the United States in the late 1800s, it didn't take off until the 1960s. Some early, post-World War II properties were designed more to take advantage of low-value land than meet a real need for storage. In the 70s and after, increasing transience in the population, shifting household size, and other demographic factors created rising demand.
Which Asset Has the Highest Level of Systemic Risk?

All real estate assets are influenced by systemic risk at some level. But some assets are more exposed to systemic risk than others. This article will identify some of those assets and look at why they have a higher level of systemic risk.
Why Invest in Industrial Real Estate Properties?

While industrial real estate doesn’t sound as exciting as other types of real estate investments, there are actually many benefits.
Ways To Invest In Retail Properties

If you are contemplating adding a retail property to your investment portfolio, there are several things to keep in mind about how to invest in retail properties.
Is Buying an Apartment Complex a Good Investment?

Buying apartment complexes offers investors the potential to build wealth through real estate assets that are in high demand in many parts of the country.
Ways to Invest in Industrial Real Estate Properties

Learning how to invest in industrial real estate can help you decide if you want to add this type of investment to your portfolio.
How to Use an IRA to Buy an Investment Property

If you’ve gone down the list of available investments with your IRA provider, real estate is probably not one of them. However, people do buy investment properties using their IRAs. But there’s a little work and a few fees involved to make that happen. So go over what’s needed to use your IRA to buy an investment property.
Can Retail Property Make A Good Investment?

Retail property investments can be lucrative, but it is important to understand what can affect a retail property investment before deciding if it might be something you want to consider.
How to Qualify for a Multifamily Loan

Some investors started successful careers in real estate with modest investments in small multifamily rental properties.
What is a Good Rate of Return on a Rental Property?

Before investing in a rental property, you need to know how to calculate the potential rate of return to determine whether it’s a suitable investment. Not to mention, knowing the return on investment (ROI) allows you to be a more informed investor.