Bill Rapp, CRE Broker🧱 What Is a Flex Space and Why Are They in Demand? In today’s commercial real estate (CRE) market, one term you’re hearing more often is “flex space.” But what exactly does it mean, and why are these properties becoming some of the most in-demand assets for investors, business owners, and developers?
Bill Rapp, CRE Broker🧠 What CRE Agents Should Know About Debt Markets In today’s evolving commercial real estate (CRE) landscape, understanding the debt markets is no longer optional—it’s essential. For CRE agents, investors, and business owners, knowing how financing trends impact deals can be the difference between a successful transaction and a stalled opportunity.
Bill Rapp, CRE Broker🏪 QSR Buildings: Why They’re in Demand Quick-service restaurant (QSR) buildings—think Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, or McDonald’s—are some of the hottest assets in commercial real estate today. Investors, developers, and business owners alike are all chasing these properties. But what makes them so attractive? Let’s break it down.
Bill Rapp, CRE Broker📐 Build-to-Suit vs Spec Construction: What’s the Difference? In commercial real estate development, two common strategies dominate new builds — Build-to-Suit (BTS) and Speculative (Spec) Construction. While both involve creating new properties, the timing, risk, financing, and tenant dynamics differ significantly. Understanding these differences can help investors, business owners, and developers choose the right path for their goals.