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1. My business has been profitable for at least two consecutive years. |
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2. I have funds available for a real estate acquisition (i.e. downpayment, appraisal fees, notary fees, land transfer taxes, moving costs, etc.) |
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3. Building equity through a real estate investment is important for me. |
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4. I am currently renting or leasing a commercial property. |
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5. My requirements for business premises are changing or may change in the next few years (e.g. company expansion or downsizing). |
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6. My business success depends heavily on my location—and I may need the flexibility to move if conditions change. |
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7. My business is in an industry that often experiences significant fluctuations in demand. This can have an impact on my business needs (e.g. space for equipment, number of employees, etc.) |
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8. It’s important for me to control my occupancy costs (i.e. avoiding rent increases, being able to make specific additions or do renovations, etc.) |
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9. My current space requires significant renovations to fully meet my business needs. |
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10. Relocating my business would create a significant cost burden. |
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