Jobs-Jobs-Jobs Mr. President
GeneralWhile the politicians and bureaucrats respond to the Tea Party and Wall Street, we in the commercial real estate business feel the sluggishness of real economy should be the focus and the most effective strategy is for government at all levels…
Very Latest From The Vineyard, Winery and Ranch Division
Ranch/VineyardOur 9.42 Wine Industry Development Opportunity in Healdsburg, CA is now awaiting Sonoma County approval to allow the production of wine and spirits, too. Existing approved and permitted Use Permit allows for the building of a 50,000 sf wine…
Make Hay While the Sun Shines
InvestmentThe story goes that an ambitious young man was praying to God daily for months; intensely imploring the higher power to help him win the lottery. After many months of praying, the man received a message from the Lord, "Sir, if you want to win…
2011 Marin County Forecast
GeneralThe umpire threw his hands out from his side and yelled “Safe”, the runners advanced but only scored one run to tie the game, similar to the commercial real estate market in 2010, “Safe”, but moving forward slowly.
We are now in our…
Sonoma County Commercial Real Estate Brief
GeneralThe commercial real estate investor market in Sonoma County is still experiencing some difficulty securing acceptable financing - although it is improving. Loan-to-value used to be as high as 70-80% a few years ago, but now 60-65% is about the…
Due Diligence
GeneralThe Chinese have two brush strokes that combine to form the word "Crisis". One stands for danger and one stands for opportunity.
I like this term because it illustrates the nature of some outstanding opportunities in this economic climate to…
Life Shrinks and Expands According to One's Courage
General"Taking Advantage of the Current Economic Climate"
This quote is attributed to the famous poet Anais Nin who probably was referring to self-actualization as opposed to accruing a fortune, but it’s akin to a universal principle in life……
Why Commercial Real Estate?
GeneralOne tremendous advantage that you receive from investing in Commercial Real Estate is the ability to leverage your money. With a percentage of the total purchase price (usually about 25% to 40%) you can expand your range of appreciation potential…
Stretching Your Retirement Dollar
InvestmentIt’s no secret that prudent investors have discovered the income potential of purchasing property out of their immediate area. Quick, inexpensive airline flights and easy internet access make it convenient to participate in this relative new…
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