Whether it is your first or fifth transaction, real estate investment is a big deal. Given the legal and financial implications involved in real estate investment, it is in your very best interest that you get everything right the first time.
The importance of due diligence when investing in real estate cannot be overstated. Besides the property’s structural integrity, there are a number of factors you need to consider when investing in a commercial property. Here are some of them:
Location is key
This is certainly one of the most crucial factors you need to consider when investing in real estate – commercial or residential. Where is the property located?
Some of the things you need to consider into account when it comes to the property’s location include:
- Zoning regulations – you want to be certain that the property you are about to buy is located within a commercial zone
- Security – you absolutely want to operate your business in a safe area.
Property title
You want to put your hard-earned money on a clean property. Thus, you need to check the title to be certain that there are no encumbrances on the property and that you are buying the property from its rightful owner.
Besides the property’s current ownership, the title also indicates the previous property’s owner, any liens as well as easements and rights of way. Without a comprehensive title search, you could end up with a bad investment.
Safeguarding your rights
Investing in commercial property is a huge undertaking. As such, it is imperative that you do your homework before closing the sale. By doing your due diligence ahead of time, you can avoid costly missteps that can derail your commercial real estate acquisition process.
