A good commercial real estate broker will:
- Research and find properties that meet the need of the client saving time and energy.
- Protect client’s property by avoiding costly mistakes.
- Fully understand the tenant’s business and financials.
- Reduce risk by finding the right space at the right rental rate.
- Understand that a superior retail location over the competition increases earnings.
- Respond to all inquiries quickly saving time.
- Have a deep understanding of a clients requirements and goals.
- Have certifications from organizations such as CCIM and experience in their niche of commercial real estate.
- Be a specialist and have detailed knowledge of market rates, comps, and contacts.
- Be willing to be proactive on clients behalf even after a lease is signed or building sold.
- Be patient and follow up with each and every request of client.
- Respond to all calls or emails from all potential prospects for a space.
- Create a list and contact potential tenants that would be a good fit for a vacant space.
- Be a social media advocate of client.