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4 Tips For Finding the Right Property For Your Business

Smart entrepreneurs know that the time they spend on planning before they actually open their doors can have a significant impact on their success in the longer term. If “location, location, location” is a winning formula for choosing a business site, then you may have to devote a considerable amount of time and travel to looking at properties, and calculating remodel costs to make the property workable for your needs. Here are a few points you should keep in mind as you go about this important task.

What Are Your Must-Haves?

Your first task is to take a close look at your building needs. This evaluation may require you to give up your “dream building” and focus on the most desirable features a property requires for the operation of your business on a daily basis. Very few properties are perfect, and it is likely you will be faced with hard decisions about practical aspects of each property you encounter. Generally, business properties will require some amount of remodeling to accommodate your unique needs. You will have to determine whether the cost of these projects, which can often entail considerable expense, are worth your financial investment.

4 Tips For Finding the Right Property For Your BusinessLease Versus Own

Another question you should consider is whether it’s more advantageous to lease a property or to purchase it. In some cases, leasing may be advisable because it frees up capital you may need for other aspects of your business, such as equipment purchases, personnel or marketing. However, if the operations of the business require specific physical features, owning the property will allow you to make the changes you need for the most efficient flow. An attorney can help you to get the best terms on your lease or can help negotiate the purchase of the right property for your needs.

The Importance of A Reputable Building Inspector

Finding a workable property is only the start of a successful effort to find a good business site. You must also secure a comprehensive assessment of the building’s systems to ensure that you can set up efficient operations immediately. A qualified and reputable building inspector can help you determine any structural or systems problems that may affect the building’s day-to-day utility. If significant problems are found, you can decide whether to negotiate these issues in your purchase price or look elsewhere for a suitable match.

Custom Buildings For Your Unique Needs

Each business brings its own special needs to a building search. You may be involved in operations that require extended space requirements or may need to comply with certain government regulations. The available real estate may not accommodate these special considerations, and remodeling costs may be excessively high, making available properties unfeasible. In these cases, you may have to think about a custom building that has the necessary components to make your business run smoothly. This project may require more planning and time, consultation with architects and engineers, as well as acquiring a reputable construction management company to get the job done on time and within budget.

The right property can facilitate your business operations and drive customers to your door. A careful assessment of your practical needs, attention to the financial details of your purchase and the right team of professionals, will help you to make the right decision for business success.

Hot Key West Business Opportunities

1 Henry Morgan Road W 1 $38,000,000

1 Henry Morgan Road W 1 OTHER, Florida

99 Beds 119 Baths

1 Infinity Bay Road W 145 $28,000,000

1 Infinity Bay Road W 145 OTHER, Florida

99 Beds 170 Baths

1 Media Luna Resort Road W 126 $26,000,000

1 Media Luna Resort Road W 126 OTHER, Florida

99 Beds 109 Baths

1 SEA GRAPE PLANTATION RESORT Road W $7,999,999

1 SEA GRAPE PLANTATION RESORT Road W OTHER, Florida

30 Beds 33 Baths

27340 Overseas Highway $6,900,000

27340 Overseas Highway Ramrod, Florida

3,969 SqFt

1 Lands End  West End Roatan W $6,750,000

1 Lands End West End Roatan W OTHER, Florida

25 Beds 27 Baths

328 Whitehead Street $4,995,000

328 Whitehead Street KEY WEST, Florida

5 Beds 5 Baths 2,759 SqFt 0.330 Acres

7537 Overseas Highway $3,495,000

7537 Overseas Highway MARATHON, Florida

6,750 SqFt

91865 Overseas Highway $2,300,000

91865 Overseas Highway Tavernier, Florida

15 Beds 10 Baths 10,150 SqFt

100150 Overseas Highway $2,100,000

100150 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

58835 Overseas Highway $1,499,000

58835 Overseas Highway MARATHON, Florida

3,414 SqFt

1000 Eaton Street $1,200,000

1000 Eaton Street KEY WEST, Florida

1 Baths 989 SqFt

Pirates Road $799,000

Pirates Road Cudjoe, Florida

Pirates Road $799,000

Pirates Road Cudjoe, Florida

96,547 SqFt

103275 Overseas Highway $675,000

103275 Overseas Highway KEY LARGO, Florida

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,845 SqFt 0.240 Acres

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