There are many books written about real estate development ranging from investing, to how to purchase Real estate. However, very few books, if any, provide expert guidance on how to actually develop the physical aspects of real estate.

In The Brick & Mortar Guide to Commercial Real Estate Development… the authors share with the reader the knowledge and insight they have accumulated over their 30 years in the industry. Their goal is to educate the readers on the physical aspects of Real Estate Development. This informative guide demystifies the process, and empowers the reader, by providing a clear understanding of the process and provides actionable tips and strategies you can apply immediately.

“Expert advice for both the start up and seasoned business owner alike.” It is a practical step by step guide that will help you turn your dreams of starting a business into reality.

This is a must read for those who want to control their own destiny by knowing what to do and when to do it.

There are many books written about real estate development ranging from investing, to how to purchase Real estate. However, very few books, if any, provide expert guidance on how to actually develop the physical aspects of real estate.

In The Brick & Mortar Guide to Commercial Real Estate Development… the authors share with the reader the knowledge and insight they have accumulated over their 30 years in the industry. Their goal is to educate the readers on the physical aspects of Real Estate Development. This informative guide demystifies the process, and empowers the reader, by providing a clear understanding of the process and provides actionable tips and strategies you can apply immediately.

The book will answer commonly asked questions like:

• What do I need to develop a retail location?
• How do I find the best site for me and my business?
• How much will it cost to develop my project?
• How long does it take to build out a project?
• What are the steps that I need to follow?

The process & techniques revealed in The Brick & Mortar Guide…” is a systematic process that has been used by fortune 500 companies to expand their business both domestically and internationally.

Strategies discussed include:

• What you need to consider before you buy or lease.
• What to consider when selecting your site or location.
• How to select the best site for your business.
• How to negotiate your rental rate to make sure you don’t over pay.
• How to negotiate Tenant allowance or leasehold improvement dollars.
• How to negotiate free rent.
• How to minimize potential loss due to tenant vacancies.

Also covered are tips to reduce the Financial Risks associated with the build out of your business. Including how to:

• Build-out your project on time and on budget.
• Estimate your project costs before you ever start your project.
• Use contracts to protect your assets.

The Brick & Mortar Guide to… is not only a “How-to-book”, but also a “What-To” and “When-to-do-it” resource guide. It familiarizes the reader with the terms and industry jargon, necessary to confidently speak with and understand anyone of the professionals you will encounter throughout your project.

Other topics covered in the book are:

• The importance of due diligence. Introducing the S-A-F-E SYSTEM.
• How to qualify and select your project team.
• How to avoid costly build out mistakes.
• How to select the right builder for your project.
• How to recognize and avoid common pitfalls.

So for the Investor who wants to get started on the build out of his next investment property, to the entrepreneurs looking for their first location, to the seasoned business owner looking to expand beyond his or her current location, you will want to take advantage of these never before shared strategies.