Commercial Real Estate News & Advice Blog

Looking beyond the bad carpet to find the perfect place

When seeking a commercial property for your business it’s easy to get lost in the search. In a discussion with an Interior Designer, we identified just what they might do when inspecting a potential space to find a diamond in the rough.

Advice // 15th Mar 2016

Running a practice vs creating a business

Starting out on your own can be an exciting process. One decision to make may be whether to open a business or a practice. What's the difference, why choose one over the other and what is the best way to decide what's right for you?

Advice // 29th Feb 2016

Come AND GET IT. Fyshwick markets goes for a song!

Do you have $42 million in change, floating about your bank accounts? If you did you could have been the lucky purchaser of one of Canberra's most iconic tourist locations.

News // 12th Feb 2016

What to look for when inspecting an industrial space

When it comes to the important step of inspecting an industrial commercial property what do you need to look out for? How can you ensure that your new industrial space is the perfect place for your business to excel?

Advice // 29th Jan 2016

Business planning your way into the perfect location

Most people have heard the phrase location, location, location but if you are in the throes of planning a new business venture the location may not be top of mind, particularly if foot traffic isn't key to the business. So, why does location matter so much?

Advice // 6th Jan 2016

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Can business owners learn anything from school leavers?

As schoolies week comes along this year, business owners are left with time to consider that, as yet another year has almost passed, is there something that we could learn from this years school leavers?

Advice // 3rd Dec 2015

Commercial real estate agent advising a client

Your Property Dream Team - Finding an agent that's right for you

When searching through property listings you are often met with a smiling face at the bottom of the ad listing. How do you know which one is the best for you to work with, one you can trust with potentially the biggest purchase of your life?

Advice // 19th Nov 2015

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Money Matters - Financing your commercial property dreams

Negotiating the purchase of a commercial asset can be tricky. When it comes to investors or owners looking to purchase commercial property or refinance a current property there are a few things to know.

Advice // 26th Oct 2015

What to look for when inspecting a new commercial property

You've been looking online and you've found the perfect property. The size is right, the price is perfect and it’ll be a great space for you to launch the next chapter of your business. Follow our guide when inspecting the property to make ensure that your online dream turns into reality.

Advice // 16th Oct 2015

A complete list of everything to do to start your own business

From starting with an idea, to building a team, our complete business startup list offers everything you need to get your business out of your head and into the community.

Advice // 5th Oct 2015

Shared spaces vs serviced offices - Finding a space that is perfect for you

When your startup business has outgrown your kitchen table, a new space doesn't have to be a big leap. You may like to consider a shared office or a serviced office.

Advice // 11th Sep 2015

Avoiding disputes with staff, contractors and employees

Conflicts in the workplace can be stressful on small business owners and unpleasant for all involved but can also lead to positive change for your entire business. Being able to manage clashes at your work successfully is important for you and your co-workers.

Advice // 25th Aug 2015

Find your place - Where's the right location for your business?

Your business should be as individual as you are, but when it comes to finding a location for your business you may need to find a spot that has other businesses just like yours to help support and grow your business.

Advice // 13th Aug 2015

Yield: Make your money work as hard as you do

When looking to invest in commercial property most investors are concerned with an investment's current return and potential yield, and use these figures as the deciding factors for whether or not to purchase the investment in the first place.

Advice // 7th Aug 2015

Government tax changes with a positive effect on your business

With tax time here again, the new changes to asset depreciation tax means good news to your bottom line. Before you rush out to buy the latest and greatest tools here is what you need to know.

Advice // 21st Jul 2015

When one person becomes many! Creating, managing and encouraging your staff

As you sell more products or services and your customer base grows so too will the demands on your time. This is the perfect time then to consider expanding your team from a one-man show to a fully-fledged small business team.

Advice // 3rd Jul 2015

Why you should invest in commercial property

There are a lot of good reasons why you should invest in commercial property as opposed to residential property. Today I sit down with Simon from Commercial Property Guide to discuss the reasons you should invest in commercial property as well as some of the downsides of commercial properties.

Advice // 15th Jun 2015

Keep your business out of hot water and avoid disputes

The dispute resolution process can be referred to using many different, overly legal sounding ways but it can be basically broken down to this, if you have a dispute within your business there are a variety of methods to have it resolved.

Advice // 11th Jun 2015

Talk commercial real estate like a pro

Don't know your "absorption rates" from your "cap rates"? Do you confuse your COO with your COT? We can help! Commercial Property Guide have identified and defined a selection of the most widely used phrases in the commercial property landscape.

Advice // 7th May 2015

Get yourself in order - Legals, Finance and Business Sense

Many people have no clue how to bridge the gap between new ideas to a fully-fledged business. The devil can be in the detail so making sure you have completed all your legal requirements, have a sound financial structure and a plan to promote and sell your business is a great start.

Advice // 2nd Apr 2015

9 things you must be able to do to lease a commercial property

Before you race off and look at the top floor of the tallest building in the CBD, here are nine things you need to ensure you and your business can comply with before you sign on the dotted line.

Advice // 13th Mar 2015

Business woman working on start-up checklist

6 things to do to make your business idea a reality

Having a great idea can really energise you to open a new business but there are a few vital actions you will need to do or consider before you start handing out your business card.

Advice // 4th Mar 2015

business - sustainability in the workplace

Sustainability in the workplace - Can I run a business and save the planet?

In a society where we have much available to us when starting or running a business, from new furniture and new computers to low cost paper and stationery orders, who says that we can't also save the planet at the same time.

Advice // 13th Feb 2015

Buying vs Renting - Should you buy a commercial property instead of renting?

When you run a business, at one time or another you may ask yourself whether it is worthwhile purchasing a property instead of renting. To help you make the most informed decision, we have compiled a list of advantages and disadvantages to consider before you start searching on commercial property guide for your dream business premises.

Advice // 28th Jan 2015

Commercial vs Residential - Why renting business premises is different to the rental you know

So you've been renting your house for years and you want to rent a commercial space for your new business? The leases should be similar right? Wrong, there are significant differences in the lease agreements themselves and in the protections you are offered for your home vs your business.

Advice // 12th Jan 2015

Retail Rental Wrap Up

If you are thinking of opening a new retail location or a new retail business there are a few considerations you should work through first.

Advice // 19th Dec 2014

Navigating the Commercial Property Market - Short-term vs Long-term Rental

The length of your property lease can be a crucial element to the success of your business. Whether seeking a short or long-term lease, business owners need to know the plusses and pitfalls of both options.

Advice // 9th Dec 2014

What to Know When Renting a Commercial Property - The Complete Checklist

Whether your business is upgrading, downsizing or simply out growing your current premises, you may be considering a new location. Searching for a new property can seem like a behemoth task, choosing the most appropriate commercial property is a critical decision for your business and can impact your sales, the staff and any future opportunities.

Advice // 28th Nov 2014

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