Frequently Asked Questions

Commercial real estate includes properties used for business or income-producing purposes, such as office, retail, industrial, and multifamily assets. Investors are typically drawn to these properties for their ability to generate consistent cash flow and long-term value appreciation.

A listed property is marketed publicly to maximize exposure, while an off-market transaction is conducted privately through targeted relationships.

Listing can create broader competition and price discovery, but often comes with less control and more market visibility. Off-market deals offer greater discretion, reduced noise, and direct access to serious, qualified buyers—though they rely heavily on strong networks and targeted outreach rather than mass exposure.

A 1031 Exchange, named after Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, allows investors to defer capital gains taxes when selling an investment property by reinvesting the proceeds into a similar (“like-kind”) property.

This strategy is commonly used to preserve equity, increase purchasing power, and reposition a portfolio without an immediate tax burden.

A cap rate measures the expected return on a property based on its income, calculated as net operating income (NOI) divided by purchase price. It’s often used to compare investment opportunities and assess relative risk.

However, cap rate alone doesn’t tell the full story—underlying fundamentals like tenant strength, market dynamics, and value-add potential are just as important.