Blogs & Articles

Pros and Cons of Commercial Bridge Loans

by Keith Thomas | Jan 9, 2026

Pros and Cons of Using Bridge Loans for Commercial Property Investment In 2016, Olayan America Corp. was negotiating to buy the Sony Building in New York City. The deal was time-sensitive and couldn’t wait for the drawn-out approval...

Current Commercial Real Estate Loan Rates

by Keith Thomas | Jan 6, 2026

Key Takeaway Commercial real estate loan rates in early 2026 range from 3.5% to 6%. Some specialized, long-term, government-backed loans reach as low as 3.5% to 4.5%, while many conventional and portfolio loans range higher between 4.5% and 6.0% or above. Bridge loans...

How Private Lending Can Help in Office Refurbishment or Renovations

by Keith Thomas | Dec 30, 2025

You’ve found a dated office building priced below market, and now you want to upgrade it to reposition it as a modern Class B+ asset, appealing to premium tenants. The only problem is that you can’t wait around for notoriously slow bank financing to come through,...

Best States & Cities to Buy Investment Commercial Property in 2026

by Keith Thomas | Dec 26, 2025

The dust is still settling after two years of high interest rates, but CRE investors are finally moving back in now that the Fed is signaling rate cuts by mid-2026. If you’re starting to re-enter the market, you may be wondering: Where in the US does buying make sense...

The Ultimate Guide to The Best Commercial Property Listing Websites

by Keith Thomas | Dec 25, 2025

New to commercial real estate investing? Knowing where to look is half the battle. The right listing CRE platforms can help you compare properties across markets and spot quality deals early. Of course, not all platforms cater to the same investor. Some are geared...

Commercial Real Estate Investing Strategies in 2026

by Keith Thomas | Dec 21, 2025

Commercial real estate will enter 2026 with interest rates still in flux. The Federal Reserve may lower rates toward 3% by the end of the year, but the pace and even the likelihood of those cuts will depend on how inflation and employment numbers trend in the coming...