Category: Commercial

8 Industrial Building Types and How to Decide which is Best for You

types of industrial real estate

There’s office space. Fairly straight forward. There’s retail space. Yep, that makes sense. But then there’s “industrial space.” If you need a great commercial space for your business, and you don’t think office or retail fits the bill, you probably need an industrial space. But what, exactly, does that entail? Will you just be stuck… Read more »

4 Things You Should Know about Investing in Commercial Medical Space

What you should know about investing in commercial medical space.

Sure, you’ve thought about investing in commercial real estate, but have you specifically considered medical office buildings? This commercial niche has different requirements than standard office spaces. But the stability of the tenants makes it a very promising investment. Don’t miss your opportunity to engage with this important business sector. Here are a few things… Read more »

5 Things to Consider When Buying Land for Commercial Real Estate

Considerations when buying land for commercial

When you buy a house, sometimes an existing home is a great investment because of its location, amenities, and move-in-ready condition. Other times, it pays to buy a lot in an up-and-coming neighborhood and build to suit your tastes and needs. The same goes for commercial real estate investment. Depending on the nature of the… Read more »

Missing Middle Housing: What’s Missing and Why We All Should Care

Missing Middle Housing: What’s Missing and Why We All Should Care

Did you know there’s a middle ground between cramped apartment-style living and midcentury suburban neighborhood sprawl. It’s called the Missing Middle, and it’s been getting some attention lately—especially here in the Asheville MSA. Today, let’s look at what the Missing Middle is, what benefits it offers, and what it would take to have more of… Read more »

3 Ways In-Store Retail is Different This Holiday Season

Cue the power walkers and toothpicked orange chicken samples. Everyone is flocking to shopping malls this holiday season! From teens hanging out with friends to professionals buying into “quiet luxury” trends, in-store retail is attracting consumers across age and income spectrums. But this year’s holiday shopping season may not look like it did in years… Read more »

3 Numbers that Tell You Everything about the Retail Real Estate Sector

These three numbers answer all your questions about retail real estate.

One of the strongest features of our economy is the retail sector. However, after a series of disruptions—think: shifts to online shopping, national health and economic crises, ongoing climate migration—retail companies large and small have struggled to redirect their sales models and stay afloat. Underlying it all are the investments many have in retail real… Read more »

3 Ways Industrial Real Estate Can Promote Sustainable Manufacturing

By all accounts, industrial real estate is a hot commodity right now. Massive growth in e-commerce has triggered record-high pre-leasing rates. Some are even calling this the “golden age” of industrial real estate. But do you know what else is hot right now? The planet.  Consumers concerned about global climate change are focused more and… Read more »

3 Numbers that Tell You Everything about the Office Real Estate Sector

Since the Industrial Revolution, office spaces have become synonymous with the working class. We even have movies called “Office Space” and a long-running series about “The Office.” (We’d like to see Hollywood do that with “The Industrial.”) But as the 21st century continues to develop, the office as we know it may drastically change. If… Read more »

Press Release: Land Sale Signals Upcoming Industrial Development in Flat Rock

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Land Sale Signals Upcoming Industrial Development in Flat Rock A new master planned industrial park is set to bring many higher wage jobs to Henderson County. June 29, 2022 (Asheville, NC)—On June 17, 2022, NAI Beverly-Hanks closed on a 65.31-acre tract of land in Flat Rock with prime frontage on Interstate 26…. Read more »

3 Important Ways to Protect Your Investment Property from Wildfires in the WUI Zone

Maintaining multiple investment properties requires planning and preparation. You likely have systems in place for getting yards mowed and toilets fixed. But, as sa property manager, how prepared are you for natural disasters? If you own one or more investment properties, it is unlikely that you will be present in the event that a wildfire… Read more »