Commercial Real Estate News & Knowledge

Yield for Commercial Property As a commercial property investor in Brisbane or Gold Coast, calculating yield is a crucial step in assessing the potential profitability of an investment. Yield represents the annual return on your investment, expressed as a percentage. The result of the calculation can be useful when comparing and justifying different investment opportunities. […]

The Latest CPI All Groups Brisbane Increase The Brisbane Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March 2024 increased by 1.1% compared to the previous quarter. This resulted in a 3.4% increase in prices over the year ending in March 2024. What is the effect of CPI on commercial property owners and tenants? The CPI figure can […]

The Latest CPI All Groups Brisbane Increase The latest CPI All Groups Brisbane number is 137.7, with an increase of 0.6% during the October to December 2023 quarter. Brisbane recorded an annual rise of  0.5% compared to the national CPI of 4.1%. What is the effect of CPI on commercial property owners and tenants? The […]

Deciding the best method of sale for your commercial property can be a difficult decision. The choice can be a lot easier if your real estate agent is experienced and acting in your best interests. There are four main points when deciding whether an auction is the most ideal method of sale: The current market […]

Buying a commercial property in Queensland can be a big investment. It’s important to protect your asset with insurance, but when should you take it out? In Queensland, the standard REIQ contract conditions state the property is at the buyer’s risk from 5pm on the first business day after the contract is signed. This means […]

The Latest CPI All Groups Brisbane Increase The latest CPI All Groups Brisbane number is 137, with an increase of 1.2% during the July to September 2023 quarter. Brisbane recorded an annual rise of 5.2% compared to the national CPI of 5.4%. What is the effect of CPI on commercial property owners and tenants? The […]

Bank guarantees are a common form of security used in commercial property transactions in Australia. They provide a level of protection for landlords in the event that a tenant defaults on their lease obligations. They also give a form of security for tenants as typically they are interchangeable for cash bonds that a landlord would […]

Commercial property ownership can be a very rewarding investment, but it also comes with a significant amount of responsibility. From managing tenants to ensuring the property is well-maintained, there are many tasks involved in keeping a commercial property profitable. This is where professional commercial property management comes in. A professional property manager can take care […]

The Latest CPI All Groups Brisbane Increase The latest CPI All Groups Brisbane number is 136, with an increase of 1.0% during the March to June 2023 quarter. Brisbane recorded an annual rise of 6.3% compared to the national CPI of 6.0%. What is the effect of CPI on commercial property owners and tenants? The […]

WALE, or Weighted Average Lease Expiry, is a measure of the average length of time that tenants are expected to remain in a commercial property based on their existing lease. WALE is calculated by taking the weighted average of the lease terms of all the tenants in a property. WALE is an important factor to […]

Tenants of commercial and industrial property are usually required to pay bonds to a landlord before they are granted access to the property. The amount of the bond is negotiated and agreed upon in the lease. A common question in regards to commercial real estate is whether the bond amount should include GST or not. […]

WALE, or Weighted Average Lease Expiry, is a measure of the average length of time that tenants are expected to remain in a commercial property based on their existing lease. It is calculated by taking the weighted average of the lease terms of all the tenants in a property. WALE is an important factor to […]

Celebration Hub, “the largest party shop on the Gold Coast”, has relocated to a new location at 1/118 Brisbane Road, Labrador. The new Gold Coast showroom lease was negotiated by Jacob Zhou and Dave Kertesz from Crew Commercial. The new premises is located in a prime position on Brisbane Road, a main arterial road, just […]

Crew Commercial is pleased to be marketing Cleveland Metro, located in the vibrant Redlands Bayside suburb of Cleveland. This modern, well-designed industrial complex offers both functionality and style. Cleveland Metro is located at 45 Shore Street West Cleveland, offering easy access to major transport routes, key local infrastructure and amenity. Positioned only 27km east of […]

Crew Commercial continues to lead the way in commercial sales within the Gold Coast industrial market. Crew Commercial is proud to announce the recent sale of 16 Kamholtz Court, Molendinar for $2.1 million plus GST. The property, consisting of 1521 square meters of land, was sold to an owner-occupier within a week after its first […]

Bonds for leasing of commercial property and industrial properties often involves various legal and financial aspects, one of which is the requirement for a bond. Understanding bonds and their significance is crucial for both landlords and tenants. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into everything you need to know about bonds for leasing of […]

Crew Commercial has successfully completed a landmark sales transaction within the Yatala Enterprise Area. 29 Homestead Drive, Stapylton has sold for $5,300,000 + GST which represents a sales rate of over $3,000 per square meter. The property was designed by well renowned architect Jared Poole and featured the latest in smart security and building automation. […]

Crew Commercial has been announced as a finalist for “Commercial Agency of the Year” for the whole of Australia. The AREA Awards are commissioned by RealEstate.com.au and their sister commercial real estate portal RealCommercial.com.au. Both websites are the number one searched portal in Australia for their respective property categories. Crew Commercial commenced operations in 2001 […]

Gold Coast industrial properties are continuing to draw the attention of savvy cashed up investors with two multi-million dollar freehold sites selling via separate auction campaigns. Both properties were marketed by Josh Wright, Director at Crew Commercial. 20 Central Park Avenue was offered for auction with an existing tenant in place returning $140,000 plus outgoings […]

As a commercial landlord, you are often faced with the decision of whether you should grant your tenants an option to renew their lease. While an option to renew can be an attractive proposition for tenants, it can also pose significant risks to landlords if not properly managed. In this blog post, we will explore […]