How to Finance Commercial Real Estate
Unless you win the lottery, you are probably going to need to borrow money in order to fiance a commercial real estate purchase. What are the best options when it comes to taking out a loan? Are there better ways to take out the same kind of loan? These questions and more are answered below.
Should I Use Local or Distant Lenders?
Generally speaking, it is better to use a local lender. This is because local lenders, which tend to be owned by small business owners (rather than large corporations) who have lower interest rates. People who are close to the property, and may understand it’s history, will tend to care more about what happens with a property than someone who knows nothing about it. For this reason, the person managing the property may give a better deal to someone who they think can do good things with the property.
How Many Lenders Should I Use?
When you are looking for a new lender, how many lenders should you pick? In the end, you only need one lender to buy commercial real estate. However, you shouldn’t pick one blindly. Instead, it will work in your benefit to submit loan applications to several lending institutions (banks, credit unions, etc.). By doing this, you will be able to learn the different interest rates and loan terms offered by each lending institution. Once you do your research, pick whichever lender works best for your budget and other needs.
What Lending Institution Should I Use?
What lending institution is best for you depends on what type of commercial real estate you are trying to buy. For the most part, the final price is the most important factor that determines what kind of lender you should pick. If you plan on opening a small business, then you are better off working with a small bank or trying to get a loan through the Small Business Association. If you plan on opening a larger business or a franchise, then you will be better off trying to get a loan from a big bank or credit union.
Whether you need to take out a small or large commercial real estate loan, you can use the above tips to help you get the best loan terms and interest rates. Remember to always do your research before picking your which lending institution you will use. This can save you a lot of money in the long run.
