Commercial Guidebook | Real Estate Investor Magazine Commercial Handbook 2013 | Page 38

STRATEGIES BY GAYE DE VILLIERS What Makes A Good Location For a business? R ising transportation costs, including fuel and the proposed e-tolling, traffic congestion and the need for ease of access are just some of the relevant factors which impact on selecting a suitable location for a business, says David Reid, investment sales broker for JHI Properties. 36 Commercial Handbook 2013 “The physical location of a business is extremely important, because critical to the success of any company is the ability to effectively reach its desired target market. In turn, this involves supply and demand – whether this relates to products or services. Suppliers need to be able to supply with www.reimag.co.za