Owner To Owner Podcast

How to secure a better deal leasing or buying a commercial property: Vicki Likoudis from True North Buyer's Advocate

Episode Summary

Michael Kerr and Vicki Likoudis from True North Buyers Advocates talk about the favorable but time-limited market cycle opportunity for small business owners who are lessees or aspiring owners in the commercial property market. Vicki talks at length about what negotiation strategies are needed, and how to manage the emotional aspects of property acquisition.

Episode Notes

@Michael Kerr speaks with @Vicki Likoudis from True North Buyers Advocates about the opportunities for tenants and buyers in favorable commercial property market cycle. Vicki sees the opportunity being available for another 6-9 months.

They discuss how small business owners can take advantage of this cycle to negotiate a better lease or acquire a commercial property.

It's a tenant's market right now, making negotiation crucial.

Vicki shares her extensive background in small business and her role as a buyer's advocate, emphasizing the importance of understanding the market cycle, negotiation strategies, and the emotional aspects of property acquisition. 

They discuss;

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Commercial Property Opportunities

01:01 Vicki's Background in Small Business

04:51 Understanding the Role of a Buyer's Advocate

08:13 Current Market Cycle for Commercial Property

11:10 Navigating Vacant Commercial Properties

13:59 Exploring Off-Market Opportunities

15:28 Consultative Approach to Property Acquisition

18:29 Benefits of Buying vs. Leasing Commercial Property

20:57 Landlord-Tenant Relationships and Negotiations

22:21 Negotiating Commercial Leases: A Win-Win Approach

25:09 Regional vs. Metro: Understanding Property Dynamics

28:06 Community Ownership: A New Model for Local Businesses

31:03 The Challenges of Community-Driven Business Models

33:33 The Importance of Local Businesses in Regional Economies

37:13 Government Support for Small Businesses: A Call to Action