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not keep all of the NOI because he or she must use some of it to make mortgage payments. To uncover cash on cash, real estate investors must determine the amount required to invest to purchase the property or their initial investment.  Look for Motivated Sellers Like any business, customers drive real estate. Your job is to find them – specifically those who are ready and eager to sell below market value. The fact is that nothing happens or even matters in real estate until you find a deal, which is usually accompanied by a motivated seller. This is someone with a pressing reason to sell below market value. If your seller isn't motivated, he or she won't be as willing to negotiate.  Discover the Fine Art of Neighborhood "Farming" An excellent way to evaluate a commercial property is to study the neighborhood it's located in by going to open houses, talking to other neighborhood owners, and looking for vacancies.  Use a "Three-Pronged" Approach to Evaluate Properties Be adaptable when searching for great deals. Use the internet, read the classified ads and hire bird dogs to find you the best properties. Real estate bird dogs can help you find valuable investment leads in exchange for a referral fee. By and large, finding and evaluating commercial properties is not just about farming neighborhoods, getting a great price, or sending out smoke signals to bring sellers to you. At the heart of taking action is basic human communication. It's about building relationships and rapport with property owners, so they feel comfortable talking about the good deals –and doing business with you. VI. Pros and Cons of Buying Commercial Real Estate Adelaide Commercial real estate maintains its value over time as long as it is maintained properly—it is a long-term asset. Here are advantages and disadvantages of buying a piece of commercial property.