How do I value my Property?

I chose this video for you, done by Ron in Long Island New York, because it quickly articulates 5 tips for successfully selling your commercial property. These tips are as applicable here in Winnipeg as they are anywhere.

Income producing properties in Winnipeg primarily trade based on 2 underlying factors Cap Rates and $/sqft.

  • Cap Rates – Calculated as follows: NOI / Purchase Price
  • $/sqft – Determined by Sale Price / Gross building area

When selling, its important to keep in mind the perspectives of the different types of buyers. Here are a few things each buyer type will be thinking of when buying a commercial property.

What’s important to buyers?

Investors

  • Lease Rates
  • Cap Rates
  • Interest Rates
  • Lease Terms & conditions
  • Equipment Condition – HVAC, Boilers, Air Handling Equipment
  • Condition & extent of current improvements vs current building code
  • Building Condition –roof, foundation, windows, parking lot, power
  • Asset Type – Retail, Office, Industrial, Hotel/Motel, Land, Etc
  • Zoning

Potential Occupants

  • Zoning
  • Renewal rights of existing tenants
  • Condition & extent of current Improvements vs current building code
  • Equipment Condition – HVAC, Boilers, Air Handling Equipment
  • Asset Type
  • Building Condition – Roof, foundation, windows, parking lot, power