Commercial real estate in Missouri can be a profitable investment venture. Commercial real estate properties have the potential to make considerably more income than an outgoing mortgage loan expense. However, before investing in Missouri commercial property for sale, it is important to conduct a commercial property analysis.

If you have never invested in Missouri office space or commercial land, obtain the services of reputable Missouri commercial real estate firms. Commercial real estate agencies in Missouri have experienced Realtors with the knowledge to guide you through the intricacies of successful commercial real estate transactions.

Before purchasing real estate from a commercial real estate agency in Missouri, be sure to spend time researching the following:

1. Where is the best location to invest in properties for commercial rental in Missouri?

2. What type of Missouri commercial property is a good fit for your finances, time, skills and investment portfolio?

3. What is the estimated income generated from a Missouri commercial property lease?

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Purchase commercial real estate in MO located in areas of economic growth

The saying 'location, location, location' is key for commercial real estate property investments. Where the commercial real estate property is located will directly affect the property's income. Research the commercial real estate property's accessibility to major roads, area crime statistics, neighborhood appearance and local economic growth.

I recommend: Grubb & Ellis|The Winbury Group offers market research and forecasts, which are valuable tools to assist clients in making decisions about commercial property locations. Kessinger/Hunter provides helpful facts about the Kansas City commercial market. Get community information for Southwest Missouri, including demographics and traffic counts, at CJR Commercial.

Invest in commercial real estate properties in Missouri that best match your available resources

There are several different types of commercial real estate property types: hospitality, industrial, office, retail, multi-family and land. When determining what type of commercial real estate property to purchase, evaluate your available resources, including your skills, abilities, time and finances. You may have the money to purchase a large retail property, but don't have the time to work with dozens of tenants; so analyze your resources before making a Missouri commercial real estate purchase.

I recommend: Purchase office, industrial, land and specialty commercial properties from Discovery Group, LLC, Missouri commercial real estate developers based in St. Louis. MC Realty Group, LLC provides property management services for commercial investors lacking time or resources to manage tenants. Download a 2008 office market report and a 2008 industrial market report at Zimmer Real Estate Services, L.C.

Buy Missouri commercial real estate properties that will generate a high return on investment

Carefully calculate the amount of money you project to make each month from your commercial properties Delaware investment. Keep in mind that in order to turn a profit, you will need to make more from tenants than your monthly mortgage payment. Analyze other nearby commercial real estate properties to determine their success in renting space and retaining tenants.

I recommend: Cohen-Esrey Equity Partners, LLC is a specialty Missouri commercial real estate firm that focuses on current income and capital appreciation investment objectives. Use the "compare" tool to compare the prices of commercial listings at Cardinal Realty Group. Search for a commercial property in your price range at Colliers Turley Martin Tucker.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Commercial real estate in Missouri is expensive, especially considering the large down payment usually required, closing costs and insurance fees. Don't forget to plan for property taxes, which can add thousands of dollars to your expenses depending on the city and state tax codes. Research local tax incentives and estimate your annual taxes before purchasing property from Missouri commercial developers.
• •  To maximize your profits, purchase foreclosed commercial real estate in Missouri, which is usually sold below market price. Before purchasing foreclosed commercial properties, make sure the properties are structurally sound and well maintained.