Blogs & Articles

What is the 7% Rule in Commercial Real Estate?

by Keith Thomas | Jan 30, 2026

You’ve likely heard people talking about the 7% Rule in commercial real estate. And if you’re new to the industry, you may be wondering: What does it really mean? The 7% Rule is essentially a quick filter that helps you decide whether a deal is worth your time or not....

Frequently Asked Questions about Hard Money Loans for Commercial Property

by Keith Thomas | Jan 27, 2026

When you're trying to secure commercial property, you don’t always have time to wait. But permanent financing from banks and institutional lenders is notoriously slow to approve and fund. Should you use hard money to secure the property? In this guide, we’re breaking...

Demystifying Misconceptions about Borrowing from Private Commercial Lenders

by Keith Thomas | Jan 23, 2026

Private lenders have overtaken traditional lenders in commercial real estate, accounting for 37% of non-agency CRE loan closings last year, outpacing banks, which trailed at just over 31%. These loans fund fast and don’t require the usual piles of paperwork. Instead...

From Raw Land to Real Opportunity: A Guide to Land Loans in the US in 2026

by Keith Thomas | Jan 19, 2026

If you’re planning to build on raw or unimproved land for income-generating use — such as developing a commercial complex or expanding a farming operation — you need a land loan, not a standard commercial property mortgage. How are land loans different from...

6 Ways to Finance Your First Commercial Property Investment (The Right Way)

by Keith Thomas | Jan 16, 2026

Commercial property loan lenders are back in the market, and they’re closing deals more than ever — up 16% year over year. Capital is available. But if this is your first time buying a commercial property, you’re competing with plenty of other well-prepared borrowers...

6 Most Profitable Commercial Real Estate to Invest in 2026

by Keith Thomas | Jan 13, 2026

We’re coming out of a difficult few years, but commercial real estate is finally showing signs of life again. Interest rates are stabilizing, and demand in select asset classes is recovering to set the stage for profitable deals. If you want to see solid returns in...