Whether you’re trying to buy land to start your own farm, or are just curious how much your existing farm is worth, you may be curious about how the appraisal process differs (if at all) from commercial appraisals. We detail what the farm real estate process is and the main noteworthy differences it has compared…
When you buy something, you always know what you pay, but you don’t always know what the item is actually worth. This is especially helpful to know when it comes to your property, especially if it’s a piece of commercial property through an appraisal. But when do you need a commercial real estate appraisal?…
If you own a farm, it’s immensely valuable to know how all your hard work has increased the value of your farm. Naturally, getting an appraisal will help you to find that out. You may be curious what a farm real estate appraisal process looks like, so we’ve broken it down below so you’re ready…
There are often many reasons why it's valuable for business owners to get a commercial appraisal, but there are some important things to know before going through the process. One of the big ones? How long it takes to get a commercial appraisal. We break down the answer to that and offer 4 other pieces…
Although it would be amazing to be able to build anywhere, the reality is simply not the case. There are places either contaminated or unstable that aren’t suitable for structures. Accordingly, the bank has put systems in place to evaluate whether locations are suitable for construction or not known as environmental site assessments and also…
Understanding what your business is worth is always immensely helpful info, but one piece that’s often overlooked is your equipment itself. To get the best possible picture of what it’s worth, you need to get a professional equipment appraisal. But how do you gather information for an equipment appraisal, and what do you need to…
When it comes to business, any information that could provide more info about the state of a location can be immensely valuable. A reserve fund study (or depreciation report in BC) can do just that. These studies or reports provide condo or strata owners with insight into the property itself. However time can be important…
Within every property appraisal, there’s a healthy dose of nuance and understanding. Three main approaches help produce a complete picture, but on their own, each has its limitations. Every approach can also take varying amounts of time to complete so answering “How long does it take to get a commercial appraisal?” isn’t always a simple number. Typically, a commercial property appraisal…
Are you ready to move on from tending your farm to something new? Great! But now what? How do you know how to price your farm for what it’s truly worth? And what is a farm real estate appraisal process to begin with? We break down how to find the value of your farm and avoid…
Most heavy equipment isn’t overly affordable when you purchase it, so it makes complete sense when you’re selling to look for opportunities to make the most money back. However, selling your fleet isn’t as simple as putting out an online classified ad. You need to consider the current state of your equipment and research the best way…