Investment

Introduction Ground lease contracts are unique legal instruments that separate land ownership from the rights to use, develop, and profit from that land. These agreements allow tenants to lease land from a landowner for an extended period—often ranging from 30 to 99 years—while building structures or operating commercial and industrial activities. Although the tenant does not own the land, they may...

Introduction The buy and lease investment strategy is a dynamic approach in real estate and asset acquisition where an investor purchases a property or asset and leases it to a tenant, thereby generating steady income. This model is particularly prevalent in commercial and industrial real estate, where businesses prefer using property without owning it, while investors benefit from ownership and rental...

Introduction Industrial ground lease deals are long-term legal arrangements where the owner of land leases it to a tenant for industrial use while retaining ownership of the land itself. The tenant, in turn, develops the property by constructing facilities suited to their operational needs. These leases are typically structured for extended periods—often ranging from 30 to 99 years—to justify the...

Introduction A ground lease is a long-term rental agreement where a landowner leases their land to a tenant who develops it for commercial or industrial use while retaining ownership of the land. These leases typically span decades, providing consistent income without the landowner having to develop or manage the property. Ground leases are increasingly popular in industrial and commercial real estate...

Introduction Ground lease financial modeling is the process of structuring and evaluating the economic aspects of a long-term land lease arrangement, typically used in commercial or industrial real estate developments. In a ground lease, a tenant leases land from a landlord to develop and operate buildings or industrial infrastructure, while the ownership of the land remains with the landlord....

Introduction In industrial real estate, the terms “buy” and “lease” represent two primary methods of securing land for development and operations. Each approach offers unique advantages and challenges depending on the investor’s objectives, capital availability, operational strategy, and risk appetite. Buying industrial land refers to outright ownership, granting long-term control and...

Introduction Industrial ground lease agreements are long-term contractual arrangements where a landowner leases land to a tenant who constructs and operates industrial facilities on the site. Unlike traditional lease agreements that involve both land and building, ground leases separate land ownership from structural ownership. This model allows tenants to invest in custom industrial infrastructure...

Introduction Build-to-suit (BTS) investment involves the development of custom-built properties tailored to the specific operational requirements of a committed tenant or buyer. Unlike speculative real estate, where properties are constructed with generic usage in mind, BTS projects are driven by pre-negotiated design, lease, or sale terms. The lifecycle of a BTS investment spans from concept...

Introduction Build-to-suit (BTS) assets are uniquely developed properties that cater to a specific client’s operational and spatial requirements. Unlike speculative developments built for general use, BTS properties are tailored, often incorporating specialized layouts, equipment zones, or utility configurations. Despite their custom nature, these assets hold considerable resale potential, especially...

Introduction Delivery milestones in custom industrial builds represent the key stages that guide a project from conception to completion. These milestones provide structured checkpoints to assess progress, verify compliance, and coordinate between stakeholders. In custom industrial projects, where facilities are designed and constructed to meet specific operational needs, milestones are particularly...