Investing in Georgia Real Estate

The state of Georgia is rich in culture, history, and beautiful scenery. But it is also no stranger to high-energy city life, attractive commercial real estate, and big money. Whether you’re in Buckhead or more suburban areas outside Atlanta, like Marietta or Decatur, expect to find outstanding investment properties and Class A commercial real estate. The metro regions of Georgia also serve as headquarters for some of the world’s most recognizable brands such as Coca-Cola, Delta Air Lines, SunTrust Bank, and CNN. This

A recent survey done by CBRE, a major commercial real estate brokerage, ranked the top major markets in the U.S. for real estate investing in the U.S. According to this survey, following closely behind New York and Los Angeles, Atlanta and the surrounding areas came in at number #6 spot in the nation.

Multi-family and industrial property in Georgia are the two chart toppers this year for investment property type preference, followed by office buildings and retail space. In conjunction, the good news for those real estate investors looking for solid rental income yields in Georgia is that employment rates have also experienced significant growth this year, thereby increasing demand for additional units and raising rental rates further.

For those Georgia real estate investors who require quick closings and/or ‘out-of-the-box’ financing, asset-based lending for real estate can be the answer. This type of commercial lending does come with higher rates. However, when used appropriately, it can offer the means for a real estate investor to accomplish their project goals in a simple and hassle-free manner.