When developing land in the Raleigh area, it is important to understand certain things about permits and zoning. Part of the process of developing land includes seeking approvals for your plans from local regulatory agencies and the community. It is no small fete getting entitlement accomplished! The process can take anywhere from three months to a year […]
Are you in the market to lease new space to house your business in the Greater Raleigh area; whether you’ve outgrown your old space, ready for a second location, or just starting out in a brand new business? If you are, it will be important for you to understand the terminology and math when calculating square […]
Online Shopping Is Growing Fast! Tension has been building regarding the future of brick and mortar retail for years. Yes, online is growing at a faster rate than retail as a whole, but does that mean the success of online somehow dramatically diminishes retail sales in actual stores? The answer is not all that simple. […]
Raleigh, NC – Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS® is pleased to announce that Craft Residential & Craft Commercial will sponsor the Triangle Business Journal’s C-Suite Awards, to be held on August 18, 2017. Linda Craft, CEO of both Craft Companies states, “We are excited to be part of this inaugural awards event that will recognize […]
What is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 Exchange is a nothing more than a tax deferment. It is used as a strategy by successful commercial real estate investors. Real estate investors get to defer their payment of capital gains taxes on any investment property that they sell if they turn around and purchase a “like-kind” […]
Is your practice bursting at the seams? Need a second location? Maybe you’re getting ready to start a brand new practice? Whatever your circumstances, you are in need of a new space for your practice and buying makes more sense than leasing right now (Stay tuned for a future blog post on how to decide […]
It’s time to sell! Maybe your company is quickly outgrowing your current location, you are ready to get out of CRE investing, or perhaps you’re retiring from a business you’ve owned for decades. Let’s take a look at a few tips that will help you sell your commercial property quicker and for the price you […]
Are you just getting starting in real estate investing? There are many complex subtleties that make it very different than other types of investing. However, when done correctly, this type of investment can yield a much greater return on your hard-earned money. Of course, the ultimate goal of any investment is to minimize your risk […]
What Every Building Owner Needs to Know What is Radon and How Does It Get Into the Building? Radon is a chemical element formed when uranium in water, rock, and soil begins to break down. This causes the release of radon gas into the dirt beneath a building. It’s heavier than air so it […]
When a buyer or company decides to purchase a piece of property to develop for commercial use, they will usually have an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) completed before taking out a loan. An ESA is a study established by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) to evaluate land and identify any potential contaminants […]
