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05/28/2026

Just Sold!🔥

05/21/2026

A tenant paying rent on time today doesn’t always mean they’ll still be strong two years from now.

When evaluating tenant financial strength, I look beyond the lease itself. How long has the business been operating? Are they expanding or struggling? Do they have consistent traffic, solid financials, and a business model that actually fits the market they’re in?

A long lease is great — but a stable tenant is even more important.

In commercial real estate, the quality of the tenant can impact the value of the entire property.

Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/19/2026

The numbers can look great on paper… until you dig a little deeper.

A few red flags I always watch for in commercial underwriting:

• Rent projections that feel overly optimistic
• Expenses that seem too low for the type of property
• Heavy reliance on “future upside” to make the deal work
• Short-term leases with no real tenant stability
• Deferred maintenance that hasn’t been accounted for

A lot of bad deals still look good in a spreadsheet.

That’s why underwriting matters. The goal isn’t to make the numbers work — it’s to find out if they actually do.

Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/15/2026

A year ago, some commercial deals worked easily at one interest rate. Today, the same deal might not make sense at all.

That’s what higher rates are doing right now. Payments are higher, lenders are stricter, and investors are paying a lot more attention to cash flow than they were a few years back.

I’m also seeing buyers negotiate harder and spend more time in due diligence before moving forward.

But deals are still getting done every day. The strong properties are still attracting attention — especially the ones with good tenants and stable income.

This market just rewards people who stay patient and buy smart.

Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/13/2026

Getting into commercial real estate is exciting… but I’ve seen a lot of new investors make the same mistakes early on.

They move too fast, underestimate expenses, or buy based on emotion instead of the numbers. Sometimes the property looks great, but the deal itself just doesn’t work.

Another big one? Trying to do everything alone. The right lender, contractor, broker, or property manager can save you from expensive lessons.

Commercial real estate can absolutely build long-term wealth — but patience and solid decision-making matter more than chasing the “perfect” deal.

Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/08/2026

🏢 Cap Rates Explained

Cap rate is just the return a commercial property generates based on its price.

Higher cap = higher return (more risk)
Lower cap = lower return (more stability)

It’s a quick way investors compare deals—but it never tells the full story on its own.

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Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/06/2026

🏢 What Actually Drives Commercial Property Value (It’s Not Just Location)

Everyone says “location is everything” in commercial real estate—but that only tells part of the story.

The truth is, two buildings on the same street can perform completely differently depending on what’s going on inside the deal.

A property with strong, long-term tenants and clean lease structure will usually outperform a “better located” building with unstable income. Same goes for condition—if a space is flexible, well-maintained, and easy to reposition, buyers see more upside.

Then there’s the market itself. Is the area growing? Are businesses moving in or pulling out? That momentum often matters more than the pin on the map.

At the end of the day, value in CRE comes down to income, risk, and future potential—not just where it sits.

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Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty

📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

05/04/2026

Under contract!🔥

04/30/2026

💰🏡 Should You Use a Loan for an Investment Property?

For most people getting into real estate, the answer is yes—using financing is what makes getting started possible.

Very few investors buy properties outright. The goal is to use leverage to get in the game, generate rental income, and let the property help build wealth over time.

But the loan you choose matters just as much as the property.

Pay attention to the structure, the term, and the real cost of borrowing—not just the interest rate on paper. And make sure you understand who you’re working with, whether it’s a bank or private lender.

The right setup can help you grow faster. The wrong one can limit your flexibility later.

If you’re thinking about your first (or next) investment, I’m happy to help you look at options the right way.

Robert Kirkwood
VP of Commercial Sales | MavRealty
📧 [email protected]
📞 (321) 297-6489
🌐 RobKirkwoodSells.com

04/28/2026

Under contract! 🔥

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