Gaston Commercial For Sale or For Lease

RETAIL LEASING OUTLOOK - GASTON COUNTY

2012-02-09T13:39:00.000-05:00

I received my CoStar Newsletter this morning and saw an article of interest which I repost some of here with all credit given to CoStar and Randyl Drummer.

Retail Outlook: Cautious Optimism

By Randyl Drummer

February 8, 2012

Retail property rents are expected to begin to rise later this year as demand for store space in shopping centers and malls slowly soaks up available space and, combined with the dearth of new space under development, finally tips the supply and demand balance.

Improvements in market fundamentals are starting to spread into secondary markets and smaller shopping centers typically occupied by Mom-and-Pop businesses, according to CoStar’s 2011 Retail Review & Outlook, presented by Senior Real Estate Strategist Suzanne Mulvee and Real Estate Economist Ryan McCullough.

Mulvee: "Because of the lack of new construction, we’re encouraged by the trend continuing a slow, steady recovery of fundamentals. What’s different is that we expect this will be the year that rents come back. .And as rents start to come back, the (leasing) volume will come back and all of a sudden, it’s going to start to feel better across the sector and across the industry.

McCullough: “Fundamentals should continue to tighten regardless of potentially economic landmines like a financial meltdown in Europe or rising energy prices because there’s virtually no growth in supply. The level of sales per occupied square foot of retail space, an important leading indicator of demand, shows that consumer dollars are flowing through shopping centers that survived the recession at a rate exceeding the peak of the last cycle -- numbers which should encourage aggressive expansion by retailers, driving up demand this year.”

As has been the trend for several quarters, power centers and malls occupied by national retailers with better access to capital and credit are seeing the strongest demand. However, CoStar has also noticed an uptick in the leasing of spaces 5,000 square feet and under by the smaller tenants that fill strip centers and community shopping centers.

Mulvee: “Improvements in these retail centers should accelerate in 2012, another indication that Mom-and-Pop stores as well as national franchise retailers are seeing improved business conditions.”

Without any new construction, and Gaston County has been slow (see Building Permit Post Below) almost any demand shrinks the available supply. Right now action would be proactive but the article suggests waiting may reduce selection and see increasing rents.

See my available rental units at www.showcase.com (CoStar) or www.gastoncommercial.com

There Is An Industrial Contractor in Gastonia

2012-02-03T11:48:00.001-05:00

I was taking inventory of our businesses the other day and I was struck by how cylindrical things are. In the early 80’s when I came to work fresh out of Georgia Tech we were in process chemical equipment sales. During the recession of the early 80’s we started to install the equipment which led to building mezzanines for tanks and equipment which became tank farms, control rooms and specialty process rooms. All growing into a full time construction company as the chemical companies left the area because the textile companies had left and there was no one in the market for their coatings, sizings, detergents, dyes, etc…

The recession which started in 2008 and the credit/lending crunch have devastated new building development work. Slowly rising up is a return to specialty and niche construction. Plants and facilities are reworking themselves to be leaner and to produce more or varied products. This requires work by a contractor versed in the industrial environment, sensitive and knowledgeable to the needs of these clients.

We are that company, ICM. Industrial Construction and Maintenance, Inc. We have that experience. We have that knowledge base. Maintenance in our name refers to machinery relocations and installations not broom pushing. Call us and so we can prove ourselves as your problem solver.

True Costs Leasing Gastonia Flex Space

2012-01-17T11:02:00.002-05:00

Everyone is watching expenses right now. One area you can save some substantial money is to examine your rent agreement on commercial space. My space on Posterity Court in Gastonia does not utilize the the triple net lease agreement. In fact the following costs are included in our rent quotes.

City & County Property Tax on Building and Land $80.40 per month
City of Gastonia Storm Water Fee $ 2.10 per month
Water/Sewer $20.00 per month
Dumpster/Trash $21.25 per month
Lawn Care $12.00 per month

That is a total of $135.75 in taxes, fees, services and utilities included in the rent of a 1,500 SF Unit. Greater savings occur as the unit gets larger.

Note: Our Gaston County Commercial For Lease and For Sale Listings Can Be Found Using the Loopnet App & Costargo App

Decoding Gaston County Building Permit Data

2012-01-05T15:35:00.003-05:00

Building Permit Data From The Gaston County Building Standards Department

Year Permits % Prev Yr Permits % Prev Yr Total %Prev Year

Gastonia County Permits

2007 533 973 1506

2008 256 48% 559 58% 815 54%

2009 128 50% 436 78% 564 78%

2010 111 87% 332 76% 443 76%

2011 99 89% 256 77% 355 80%

2007 vs. 2011 19% 26% 24%

Our rate of decline seems to be slowing and perhaps stabilizing but in real terms of pre-recession vs. current levels we are down catastrophically.

The Economic Impact of Construction can be represented as throwing a stone in a pond. After the initial splash ripples (jobs) radiate out in all directions and while time and distance reduce the size of the ripple it ripples just the same. Look at all the accouterments of home interiors, i.e. draperies, paints, wall decor, rugs, furnishings, etc., an entire network of supporting industries. On the exterior as well homes require lawn equipment and tools, landscaping materials. The Scope is well beyond the actual suppliers and manufacturers of construction materials. These ripples have a tax benefit as well. Property Tax Values and consequently revenues increase on developed or improved vs undeveloped or unimproved property. Sales Tax applies to direct construction materials and then all the associated items outlined above. Payroll taxes apply to the direct construction labor and yet again the ripples pay salaries, wages and payroll taxes of sales people, assembly line workers, truck drivers and warehouse employees, etc…

Whether from lack of credit in the banking system or increasing governmental regulation from all levels the Construction Crash has caused many to suffer. No clients mean a declining construction industry which causes suppliers and manufacturers to go away leading to unemployment directly and indirectly related to Construction Projects. What a vicious circle.

Construction Pricing Trends - Grinch, Scrooge or .......

2011-12-21T09:19:00.000-05:00

Prices for products such as lumber and drywall rose almost by the day during the construction boom. After the economy crashed and construction demand fell to a drip, prices routinely dropped in line with weakening demand. Construction surely hasn’t recovered and might be just above bottom but, contractors are seeing the cost of building products heading up again.

Prices for building materials have just as much to do with local demand as they do with the speed of development in fast-moving economies such as Brazil, China and India. Overall, construction prices dipped in November by 0.1 percent but are up 6.2 percent over last year, according to a report by Associated Builders and Contractors, citing government data.

However, concrete and electrical wiring components are some of the products suppliers have said could rise 5 percent to 10 percent in 2012. Monthly steel prices have declined, though steel is still up 11.2 percent over November 2010, Petroleum, which affects the price of transporting commodities, is up 19.3 percent over a year ago.

The cost of labor is also is a wild card. There’s less competition, because contractors and sub-contractors who had bid for work at unsustainably low prices are now out of business. The remaining companies can charge higher rates. The costs of health care and other types of insurance also are rising.

The Construction Boom saw double-digit price inflation for supplies and labor. That balloon was deflated in the recession. The question is, where are we going from here?

Whole House Made In USA

2011-12-12T14:34:00.000-05:00

Was just sent the most amazing News story done by ABC. ABC found a Home Builder in Montana who built a house 100% of products made in the USA. An Economist confirmed increasing the content of American made products in all houses just 5%, at the current low level even, would create 230,000 jobs.

This link AMERICAN MADE will take you to the story and a down loadable PDF File of Materials and Suppliers. I think the challenge has been made and I for one except it. This would give a Green Home a whole new context. Commercial LEED could be Let's Expand Employment Demand.

Use A Commercial Developer's Skills & Knowledge On Your Project

2011-12-01T11:09:00.003-05:00

Most people think of Development and Developers as working with commercial companies on creating facilities for those companies to lease. The Company, Big Box Retail, wants a new store in Anytown USA. Big Box Retail contacts Developers informing them of their desire for the store and how the store should look, how large and what features are required. Developers submit Proposals to Big Box. Big Box selects a Developer/Proposal. Contracts are executed and the Developer uses the Contract to obtain financing, purchases land approved by Big Box, does design and engineering to Big Box specifications, pulls permits and constructs facilty. On completition Big Box moves in and starts paying Developer lease payments. Depending on Contractural restrictions Developer may or may not use the Site to add other large Retailers, Strips of small shops or out parcels for C-Stores, Fast Food and even Drug Stores.

That is only one way a Developer could work. A Developer could locate usable property, obtain financing, purchase land, do design and engineering done to his specifications and budget, pull permits and construct a facilty. During Construction and at completition the Developer markets his project to businesses for lease. Flex Space, commercial space designed for many uses not just one or a few, is typically an example of this process.

A Development Model we utilize is managing your Construction Program. Because we are Real Estate Brokers and licensed as Building, Highway and Water/Sewer Utility Line Contractors we can work with companies and individuals to help them purchase land, do design and engineering, pull permits and construct a facilty for their occupancy and use without involving us in the financing, leasing or ownership of the Project. We develop your construction, remodel or expansion program so that your focus is on doing what you do best, making money with your business and not on a complex, highly regulated Construction Program and Project. Managing your Construction Program is what we do best.

Contact us to explore if we can develop a Construction Program for you.

Some Outside Influences on Commercial Property

2011-11-18T08:37:00.001-05:00

As a Builder and a Developer I constantly hear the word Sustainable to rationalize some new government regulation or fee. It is applied to Growth, Building Materials, Design and Energy.

Now, keeping in mind the desirability of Sustainable, I want to give you some food for thought on our nation’s spending.

U.S. Tax Revenue: $2,170,000,000,000
Federal Budget: $3,820,000,000,000
New Debt: $1,650,000,000,000
National Debt: $14,271,000,000,000
Recent Budget Cut: $38,500,000,000

In other words, if this was a household budget, it would look something like this:

Annual Family Income: $21,700
Money the Family Spends: $38,200
New Debt on a Credit Card: $16,500
Outstanding Balance on a Credit Card: $142,710
Total Budget Cuts: $385

Sustainable or Unsustainable?

To see how government is spending the budget on regulations please read the post of Nov 17^th below. If your thinking about a new facility, an addition to your current facility or a remodel you can call on us to help you navigate the rules and regulations.

Regulations & Job Creation Don't Mix

2011-11-17T10:24:00.002-05:00

I'm from the Government and I'm here to help you.

Recently in a speech our President stated Americans have been "lazy" in pursueing business. A prior statement questioned the innovative ability of Americans.

With all due respect to our President I disagree America has been "lazy" or lacking in innovation about business and jobs. I think we have been very busy doing the wrong things.

Small Business creates 2 out of 3 jobs*
Cost to Small Business per Employee to Comply with Government Regulations $10.585*
New or pending Federal Regulations potentially adverse to Small Business - 845 **

* Small Business Administration ** Wall Street Journal
Learn more at www.sensibleregulations.org

From "Cost of State Regulations on California Small Business Study by Cal State Sacramento comes these four stats.

Small Business Segment CA Economy 99.2%
Cost of State Regulation $492.9 Billion
Cost of State Regulations per Business $132,122
Jobs lost as a result 3.8 Million or 10% of CA Population

Part of what we do for our clients is advise and advocate for them in regards to constructing, developing, buying or selling commercial real estate. What you don't know can severly impact your business and/or your real estate investments.

Local Elections Do Effect Rents on Commercial Property

2011-11-08T14:59:00.002-05:00

Today is Election Day - Vote!

Every election and every office counts.

Costly regulation is not always generated at the State or Federal level. For example local Councils that over regulate exterior building materials to "raise the bar" on development can hurt your pocket book at rent time. Requiring all four sides of a building whether visible from a street or not to be constructed of expensive aestheticly please materials is costly. Know the candidates and determine if they are truly "business friendly". These hidden costs and hidden fees might be the difference between survival and profitability.

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Commercial Leasing Opportunities Gaston County Update

2011-10-20T16:08:00.002-04:00

Things have seemed a bit slow but I went to update the Available Listings and there have been some changes. So I wanted to update

Commercial Leasing Opportunities in Gaston County.

4465 Suite 100 Posterity Court Gastonia NC 1750 SF $1,095.00 per month
4465 Suite 110/120 Posterity Court Gastonia NC 3500 SF $2,190.00 per month
4471 Posterity Court Gastonia NC 3000 SF $1,875.00 per month
4479/4481 Posterity Court Gastonia NC 3000 SF $1,900.00 per month
4488 Posterity Court Gastonia NC 1500 SF $925.00 per month

THESE INCLUDE OUR VALUE LEASE

We have done the site selection, financing, permitting and construction so that you may save with our simple cost efective leasing plan for flex-space. Our leases for Flex Space Units are not Triple Net (NNN), triple net means that in addition to rent the tenant pays other costs of the property. In a multi-tenant building these costs are usually prorated to each tenant on the basis of square footage of unit divided by square footage of building. These costs include property tax, insurance on the building, maintenance, common area maintenance, trash, storm water fees and even water/sewer. These cost savings are demonstrated below.

Typical 1,750 square foot unit in an 8 unit building.

Common Area And Exterior Maintenance $31.00 per month
City of Gastonia Utilies (water/Sewer/Storm Water $24.39 per month
Dumpster $10.61 per month
Real Estate Property Taxes $97.22 per month
Total Costs Included In Our Lease $163.22 per month*

* Based on proration of annual costs divided by 12 months divided by total square fottage of the building multiplied by the square footage of the unit.

For details on features and money saving lease terms please contact me.

Hey Mr. Gaston County Landscaper

2011-09-15T10:23:00.000-04:00

Becoming available for rent on Oct 1st is 4488 Posterity Court . A 1,500 SF end unit space of about 500 office for records and getting that paperwork out of the house and 1,000 storage with a 10x10 ground level overhead door. Rent is $925/Month to secure your truck, your trailer and therefore your tools and equipment. Located directly behind John Deere Landscaping Supply and in front of Carolina Turf Authorized Equipment Service.

New Design Rules For The City of Gastonia Commercial Buildings

2011-08-09T13:38:00.002-04:00

Below is a synopsis of new City of Gastonia Design Regulations for Commercial Buildings excluding the use of block, metal or EIFS (artifical stucco) as a primary wall material throughout all the commercially zoned properties in Gastonia and requiring it on all building walls not just those visible from the street.

Building Materials

1. At least Seventy-five (75) percent of the area below the fascia of any non-residential building face (excluding industrial uses) including doors and windows shall be finished with one (1) or more of the materials designated as primary as listed below, with the remaining percentage consisting of any materials listed below subject to applicable building code requirements. This shall apply to all building facades. (NOTE: The Administrator shall have the authority to approve building materials not specifically listed but similar in appearance and texture to those herein listed.)

a. Brick, brick veneer or polystyrene faced with real brick veneers and field applied jointing. (Primary)

b. Decorative CMU (concrete masonry unit) concrete block. (Non-Primary)

c. Pre-cast or field-poured tilt concrete panels with texture (such as exposed aggregate) and/or architectural detailing. (Primary)

d. Stone, stone veneer, lath applied stone and cultured stone. (Primary)

e. Flush architectural metal panels or other metal panels with architectural detailing, (Non-Primary) but not including sheet metal panels of "R" or similar corrugated and/or ribbed configuration or appearance. (Disallowed)

f. Stucco with architectural detailing (Primary) or artificial stucco (EPS/expanded polystyrene)"Drivet©") with architectural detailing. (Non-Primary)

g. Glass, (Primary) plastic "glass," e.g., "Plexiglas and translucent fiberglass panels. (Non-Primary)

h. Doors, windows and other fenestration along with their casings.

i. Wood and wood materials designed and intended for use as exterior finish material. (Primary)

2. Trim and similar architectural detailing shall be composed of any code-approved materials (any material may be painted; however, paint and similar coatings themselves are not considered a finish material for the purpose of this list.)

3. Portions of roof visible from adjacent public street shall not have shiny surface appearance similar to aluminized or galvanized metal however baked on paint metal roofs shall be allowed.

4. Regardless of visibility from a public street or adjoining residential property, all facades of a building shall use materials consistent with those used on the front of the building and should he designed with similar detailing and be comparable in quality.

For Rent Property Needs To Be Evaluated by Traffic Count

2011-07-19T11:45:00.000-04:00

From the City of Gastonia's Web Site

Route Number	Street	Average Daily Traffic
NC 274	Bessemer City Road	18,000
US 321	Chester Street	47,000
SR 2200	Cox Road	28,000
US 29/74	East Franklin Boulevard	35,000
SR 2466	East Garrison Boulevard	14,000
SR 1255	East Hudson Boulevard	12,000
I-85	I-85	98,000
SR 1136	Myrtle School Road	13,000
NC 279	North New Hope Road	21,000
NC 7	Ozark/Long Avenue	22,000
NC 279	South New Hope Road	14,000
NC 274	Union Road	23,000
US 29/74	West Franklin Boulevard	18,000
SR 2466	West Garrison Boulevard	14,000
US 321	York Road	19,000

We have property around I-85, Franklin Square, Union Road and South New Hope Rd.

For Sale - Union Road Commercial Lot Owner Financing OAC

2011-07-11T14:34:00.001-04:00

Commercial Lot on Union Road Gastonia NC for sale. Lot has parking, curb/gutter and storm water in place. We are talking shovel ready! Price is $300,000.00

2910 Union Road Gastonia NC

For Lease - Gastonia NC - Commercial Space

2011-07-06T16:27:00.000-04:00

4459 Posterity Court

(2) 3,500 SF Units Available $2,190.00/mo
(1) 1,750 SF Unit Available $1,095.00/mo

Units can be combined

Inclusive Rent Includes - Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Property Taxes on Building, Common Area Maintenance on Building and Insurance on Building.

For Lease - 831 South Church St. Lowell NC

2011-06-30T16:04:00.002-04:00

831 South Church St

Lowell NC

1236 SF Unit

1600 SF Unit

2400 SF Unit

Units Can Be Combined

All 10,000 SF Available

$10/SF/YR NNN

Market Area

Property is located in the heart of Gastonia’s retail district on South Church St. Lowell in the Franklin Square Area between E Franklin Blvd. with average traffic of 35,000+ cars/day and I-85 / Senator Marshall Arthur Rauch Hwy whose average traffic is 102,000+ cars/day. Franklin Square III has the highest volume movie theatre in North Carolina . Property signage visible from I-85. Retailers located in the immediate trade area include Home Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowe’s, Sams Club, Kohls, Kmart, Walgreens and Petsmart among others. A new Super Target is being constructed approximately 1.5 miles west of the property. Approximately 2 miles west is the Westfield-Eastridge Mall, a large regional mall anchored by Belk, Dillards, Sears, and JC Penney.

Price Comparision

National Real Estate Research Company LoopNet says average rent in May 2011 was $16.96 per SF per Year and rose 2.6% in May alone.

ICM -A Construction Company

2011-06-28T13:25:00.000-04:00

All the for lease space and property we develop and manage can make potential clients forget ICM is a General Contractor licensed for Building, Water/Sewer Utility Lines and Highway with extensive experience in metal buildings and roofing. Recently ICM became Lead Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Certified for work on pre-1978 construction.

Click Here For More Information On ICM - A Construction Company

Gaston Commercial Real Estate Leasing Market

2011-06-21T10:35:00.000-04:00

Currently Taranis Properties is 100% Leased.

Sucellus has 3 units available. One is 1,750 SF and is $1,095.00/month and the other two are 3500 sf at $2,190.00/month. Remember water/sewer, storm water fee, extrerior maintenance of building and grounds, dumpster and building insurance is included in those rates.

LLYR Properties still has space available at Franklin Square for $10/SF/Year NNN (Triple Net). This is the low cost entry point for retail space in the Franklin Square Area.

Also have (2) Lots available. First is Union Road Commercial Lot in front of Whithers and Whisenant Funeral Home with development work in place. Dare to say "shovel ready". Sell for $300,000.00 and Owner financing available OAC. Second is residentail lot in Lowell on the corner of Church St. and Walker for $29,900 and Owner financing available OAC. Licensed Contractor is part Owner of both lots and available to discuss construction.

Supply of Commercial Space in Gastonia May Be Tightening

2011-06-06T15:20:00.000-04:00

At 2 T Park I have only (1) 1,750 SF Unit and (2) 3,500 SF Units available and I have none in the planning or construction stages. I doubt anyone else does either. Even a low demand will reduce supply if there is no supply being added.

Still have $10/Sf/Yr NNN space @ Franklin Square 1236, 1600 and 2400 sf retail store units but tire kickers are becoming serious lookers so I expect those to move.

Franklin Square Area Retail Space $10/SF/YR NNN

2011-05-12T09:38:00.000-04:00

Could be best retail opportunity in Gaston County. Franklin Square Area Retail Space starting at $10 per Square Foot per Year Triple Net.

High Traffic Count Across from MOVIES.

Signage on I-85 Available

Surge In Renting Gaston Commercial Space

2011-04-20T15:44:00.000-04:00

This week has brought a surge in renting commercial flex-space units. The inventory has dropped significantly as three were rented and we are in serious negotiation for leasing a fourth space. All of the space we lease for Taranis Properties LLC in 2 T Park is occupied.
We represent for Sucellus LLC at 2T Park (2) 3,500 sf units and (1) 3,000 sf unit that are available. The fourth Sucellus Space is a 1,750 sf unit but it is the subject of negotiations. All other Sucellus LLC spaces in 2T Park are rented.

This has been nice to see!

We Offer Construction Services For Commercial Properties In Gaston County

2011-04-13T14:38:00.000-04:00

Last week was a weather week for sure. Monday Night and Early Tuesday Morning Storms left many without power. Some were without power until Thursday or Friday. Just as things seem to be returning to normal Saturday Night brought three waves of severe Thunderstorms through the area with almost unbelievable baseball size hail. The damage to cars and roofs was unavoidable.

Industrial Construction and Maintenance, Inc. can offer construction services to repair the damage. We are a Gaston County Business of over 20 years. ICM has Workers Compensation Insurance, General Liability Insurance, UnLimited NC Contractors License and NC Department of Health Renovation, Repair and Painting for Lead Hazzard Management. We specialize in metal roofs.

Call 704-824-5635 today to arrange an inspection.

ICM IS NC Dept of Health Certified Lead Renovator, Repair and Painting Contractor

2011-02-28T13:38:00.000-05:00

Are You Lead Safe?

Do You

• Live in a home built before 1978

• Own or Operate a child care facility, including preschools and kindergarten classrooms built before 1978

• Have a child under 6 who attends a childcare facility built before 1978

It’s the Law

• Federal Law requires contractors that disturb painted surfaces in homes, childcare facilities and schools built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Always ask to see the contractor’s certification.

• Federal Law requires individuals receive certain information before renovating more than six square feet of painted surfaces per room for interior projects or more than twenty square feet of painted surfaces for exterior projects or window replacement or demolition in housing, child care facilities and schools built before 1978.

• Homeowners and tenants: renovators must give you give you EPA approved information before starting work.

• Child care facilities, including pre-schools and kindergarten classrooms, and the families of children under six years of age that attend those facilities: renovators must provide EPA approved information to the facilities and to families of children attending those facilities.

Not For

• Abatement Projects which is a set of specific activities aimed specifically at eliminating lead and lead hazards.

• DIY Projects where you plan to do the renovation work yourself.

Information

• http://www.epa.gov/lead/

• http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/lead/lhmp.html

Gastonia's Best Value In Commercial Real Estate

2011-02-22T09:13:00.001-05:00

When you evaluate Gastonia's Commercial Property for lease you need to review the total cost per month. Some leases are triple Net meaning Taxes, Insurance and Maintenance Fees will be added to the monthly rent. These costs can add substantial cost to the total monthly rent. A $100,000 Unit Value adds over $120.00 per month in taxes. Insurance could add $12.00 per month. Maintenance (Water/Sewer/Storm Water/Trash/Lawn/Etc...) adds about $40.00 per month. The extras could be 20% more than the rent.

We try to avoid this potential cost shock by quoting our flex-space rents as inclusive as we can. At 2T Park in Gastonia we include all these costs in our commercial rates for flex-space. So when we quote our 1,750 sf unit at $1,095.00 per month over $200.00 goes to taxes, insurance and maintenance and a 3,500 sf unit quoted at $2,190.00 per month has almost $440.00 for taxes, insurance and maintenance.

Another area of hidden cost is energy efficiency. All the buildings at 2T Park have been built since 2000 and in fact most of the available units were completed in 2010. These units meet modern energy codes for efficiency. Older structures lacking in insulation and energy efficient HVAC (seer ratings) will cost more to heat and cool.

Review and compare. Contact us with any questions or to schedule a viewing. More details at GastonCommercial

Take Care In Remodeling Older Gastonia Real Estate

2011-02-07T11:22:00.000-05:00

Are You Lead Safe?

Do You

• Live in a home built before 1978

• Own or Operate a child care facility, including preschools and kindergarten classrooms built before 1978

• Have a child under 6 who attends a childcare facility built before 1978

It’s the Law

• Federal Law requires contractors that disturb painted surfaces in homes, childcare facilities and schools built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Always ask to see the contractor’s certification. ICM has completed requirements and is only waiting on confirmation (2/8/11).

• Federal Law requires individuals receive certain information before renovating more than six square feet of painted surfaces per room for interior projects or more than twenty square feet of painted surfaces for exterior projects or window replacement or demolition in housing, child care facilties and schools built before 1978.

• Homeowners and tenants: renovators must give you give you EPA approved information before starting work.

• Child care facilities, including pre-schools and kindergarten classrooms, and the families of children under six years of age that attend those facilities: renovators must provide EPA approved information to the facilities and to families of children attending those facilities.

Not For

• Abatement Projects which is a set of specific activities aimed specifically at eliminating lead and lead hazards.

• DIY Projects where you plan to do the renovation work yourself.

Information

• http://www.epa.gov/lead/ For SC/GA and 42 other States

• http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/lead/lhmp.html For NC

Are These Business Units in Gastonia Suitable for These Multi-Uses?

2011-01-17T11:20:00.000-05:00

Top is Unit 4475 of 1,500 SF fully air conditioned space. 1,000 SF Office and 500 SF Storage with 10x10 Door.
Second is Combo Unit 4479 and 4481 of 3,000 SF. Formerly Office/Shop/Assembly/Showroom for marketing items from vinyl print to embroidery uniforms.

Both units include in lease rate water/sewer/stormwater/common maintenance/property tax on real estate.

These Are Ways To Get The Most From Your Facility Dollars

2010-12-16T15:56:00.000-05:00

This Business Cycle has everyone looking at all their expenses. Typically one of the largest expenses of any business is the cost of their facility. Rent or Mortgage payments coupled with taxes, utilties and even maintenance repairs is a big part of the monthly Budget.

These are some ideas if you own your commercial facility. Insulation is a good place to start. Not that long ago the Building Code only required 3" insulation in roof and walls. Compare this to the current Code of 4" on the walls and 6" on the roof. At the cost of energy to heat and cool there is a good payback on dollars spent. Recently we retrofitted an older metal building with batt insulation between the purlins held in place with metal panels underneath. Changed the look and really improved the energy efficiency. These same type savings can be realized by updating doors and windows. Another simple idea is to glue foam board insulation to overhead sectional door panels, roll-ups do not work so well. If you are looking to remodel find a Contractor who knows, understands and uses the Rehabilitation Code vs. The Standard Building Code.

If your renting carefully review your lease looking for add-on costs vs. what might be an included item somewhere else. Examples of these types of costs would be taxes, water, sewer, common area maintenance, storm water fees, etc... The Flex Space on Posterity Court includes all these costs in the base rent. As suggested above look into your energy costs. An older building will cost more to heat and cool than newer construction because of the Code requirements on insulation alone. Remember if your making a 20% return with your business every dollar saved means five dollars less must be sold. Think also about the intangibles of where you lease. Would a Showroom generate more sales? If you could keep more parts or inventory would you sell more? Meeting in your office or conference room provide an edge in selling?

So whether construction or leasing call us.

Struggling to Cut Costs, Increase Sales And Get Ahead in Your Small Business?

2010-11-18T14:22:00.001-05:00

How Hard Working Is Your Business Location Working For You?

First Leasing is like a loan. For a monthly payment much less than the cost of finding, designing, developing and constructing you get the use of someone else’s facility thereby conserving your capital for other uses to grow your business. How you handle your Business Location can generate Working Capital. Who doesn’t need more of that.

Leasing doesn’t stop helping your Business there. Lease payments are 100% expensed. The cost of the space you occupy is tax deductible.

Additionally leasing space allows for quick changes in size, layout, etc… as your Business grows. Work around solutions typically cost money and when they involve commercial real estate they cost MONEY.

For the Math People let’s look at an old idea made new again by the Recession.

Economic Value=Project Earnings-(Required Return X Project Investment)

An example being ABC Company wants to lease new space from XYZ LLC and leave it’s old location in a remodeled mill. Old rent was $1,000.00/month and new rent is $1,200.00/month. ABC Company tries to obtain 20% return on all its sales, investments, etc…

Required Return (20%) and Project Investment ($200/month) means Project Earnings must be $1000/month for the move to have Economic Value.

Will the new location generate $1,000/month from:

New construction vs old saves utility costs for heating & cooling?
New lease includes a cost previously not included in the rent? (water/sewer, storm water, taxes)
New location has space for showroom, displays, inside sales counter, more inventory, more parking, image improvement to get clients to site to see your products, people, etc… visibility for your Business

For Help In Reviewing These Factors and More Click For Free Leasing Guide

New Tools For Leasing Gastonia Office-Warehouse-Showroom-Retail Space

2010-11-03T10:50:00.001-04:00

Click on Real Estate Broker Tab above and select from three work sheets.

Compare Leases Space Planning Facility Information

These should be helpful guides to getting your space budget producing the most value for your dollar.

Additionally The City of Gastonia had two building permits issued for October after only 4 in September. Don't use the wrong Contractor when the right Contractor is available to utilize his knowledge of

Soil & Erosion Storm Water Phase II Remodel Code

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Moving On Up - Your Opportunity?

2010-10-20T13:34:00.002-04:00

Alarm Sounds is moving to a larger unit in 2T Park. They are leaving 4475 Posterity Court and relocating in 4465 Posterity Court Suite 150. I always enjoy seeing the companies here in 2T Park grow. Small Business is the engine for the economy.

This move also opens 4475 Posterity Court to a new tenant. To me this is the best value at $1,200.00/month I have due to all the office finish. There is 1,000 sf of office and 500 sf of storage. 4475 Video

For a larger unit see 4479 Video and to see a duplicate unit of 4465 Suite 150 see 4465 Suite 100

Gastonia Flex Space - Save Money

2010-09-29T10:25:00.000-04:00

Saving Money has been on my mind and in my work. I was especially struck by this item.

From “DOUBLE YOUR PROFITS In Six Months or Less” by Bob Fifer – Step 33 Office Space

In the U.S. we have a crazy notion about the office space each of us needs. People who travel three or more days a week have their own (unoccupied) office. (In fact, very few people in your organization truly need their own office.) Offices are larger than they need be. Reception space is often wasteful and unnecessary.

The office space rules which you should follow are straightforward. Choose a lower cost suburban location. Double or triple people up whenever possible. Eliminate unused “airy” central space. Office size should be functional, not luxurious. Productivity will go up, because people sense a more serious and less wasteful atmosphere.

Finally think twice or three times before having your business invest in its own office real estate. In most areas, renting is a buyer’s market. Your needs change, and you don’t want to be stuck with too much or the wrong space. Owning your own building is a nice ego trip, but nine times in ten it comes back to haunt you financially. There’s an old adage that says if you’re not in the real estate business, don’t pretend that you are.

You can execute this cost saving program by leasing a Flex Space Unit from us. Units are located down South New Hope Rd. to Stroup Rd. and onto Posterity. Easy to find but not priced like a Franklin Square address. New units for Sucellus are open except for baths and fully heated/cooled. Floor Plan layout is up to you and except for the baths all space is usable in multiple ways. If your needs change we have 1750, 3000 (Taranis Properties LLC) and 3500 Sq Ft units currently available. These can be easily combined into larger spaces to accommodate growth. Click here to learn about other ways we save our tenants money.

Lean Process - New Term Old Idea for Commercial Leasing & Building

2010-09-27T14:21:00.000-04:00

I had no idea when writing the last post that there was a techincal name for what I was doing. Apparently the idea of Value Engineering has been expanded into Lean Process. Value Engineering was about looking at Value as Function/Cost. Lean Process adds the concept of Waste so (Function/Cost)/Waste.

The five actions of Lean Process are:

Universal - Function is staedy and Cost decreases
Stable Builder - Function increases and Cost is steady
Good Times - Large Function increase with small Cost increase
Hard Times - Small Function decrease and large Cost decrease.
Perfect World - Function increase and Cost decrease

Who knew I was describing a "Perfect World" last blog. While I cannot promise a "Perfect World" result I can say you should review your business lease and look at what we offer in Flex-Space and Retail keeping the Five Actions in mind.

Improvements - If Your Not Getting Better.....

2010-09-23T09:32:00.000-04:00

We moved into our current location about 5 years ago. Moving brought a new copier and new phone and internet service. Moved in and went to work. The economy has caused us to review all of our expenses and services. The review brought changes to some services. One change in particular was internet.

Why do I tell you about this and what does it have to do with Gastonia Real Estate? Well for two years everyone complained about slow internet speed. Updates hogged bandwidth and made working slow. The files downloads got bigger and video was everywhere. On the sites of others and on our sites. I cannot tell you what updated internet speed has meant. I am working twice as fast when work involves the internet.

My point is that you can routinely do what you routinely do and you don't see the improvements others are making much less change into using them. Then the paridigm changes and you look into things realizing how inefficient you had been.

Your Business Space is not different. Paying retail rates and your a wholesaler? Wasting time warehousing in a space so small you can't organize or stop stacking items on top of items? Need a showroom to display items and increase sales?

Review your needs and talk to us. The business environment is always changing and like a Football Coach once told me if your not getting better your getting worse.

Experience Is Priceless In Providing Value

2010-09-08T09:24:00.000-04:00

Time Warner is upgrading the cable infrastructure at 2T Park. The Park was developed in the late 90's and with VOIP Services and ever faster Internet requirements the cable needed updating. Working with Time Warner and their installation sub-contractor we, as Developers (Sucellus and Taranis Properties) of the Park and Builders (ICM) of the Buildings, were able to save time and money because multiple pvc pipe conduits were provided at utility service points on the buildings before drives and parking were paved. There was no need to cut the paving and very little tunneling required. This also minimized disruption for tenants as parking and drives were kept open.

This is just an example of what experience has taught us in keeping an eye on the little details that might be big problems if left out. Upgrade your leasing or building experience with us.

Retail Lease Rates Gaston County & Where To Beat Them

2010-08-12T16:12:00.000-04:00

From National Real Estate Data Service LoopNet Average Retail Rents In Our Area Are About $16.50 per Square Foot per Year Call Me Today To Rent In Franklin Square Area for $14 per Square Foot per Year With Gas and Electric Included!

Leasing Terms For Gastonia Flex Space

2010-07-19T11:26:00.002-04:00

Leasing terms are critical to calculating your overall cost of space. Beware of Triple Net Leases (NNN). The rent is just the beginning of tenants cost as these leases require tenants to pay property tax, building insurance, maintenance, common area maintenance, storm water fees and even water/sewer charges. In multi-tenant spaces they are prorated by tenant space divided by building size. These items can add substantially to the rent. Property Tax alone could add 9% to 16%.

Taranis and Sucellus believe in simple and direct leasing.We include most of these costs in the quoted rent. See our leasing proposition or review savings calculations showing we save tenants these add-on costs of 39% to 54%.

Contact us today.

Gastonia Office Warehouse Showroom Available

2010-07-01T11:52:00.000-04:00

60 Second Video Tour of Unit 4479

Entry Office with Display Area and Break Counter, Private Office, Two Large Work Areas, Storage Area and Half Bath. (2) 10x10 Doors in rear, (2) glass entries, Three Phase Power, 3,000 sf Mostly Air Conditioned. Ready July 1, 2010.

Gastonia Publishes Utility System Expansion Fee

2010-06-21T14:40:00.000-04:00

Approved March of 2009 and final details debated into June 2010 for July 1st 2010 start is the System Utility Expansion Fee.

Avoid this fee by discussing alternate locations to City of Gastonia Sites and locations with water/sewer taps already in place with us.

Fleeman - What Is It That You Do?

2010-06-09T14:33:00.000-04:00

Ten Second Video of Retail Space Available Franklin Square Area Gastonia NC

2010-05-25T14:00:00.000-04:00

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10 Second Tour - Flex Space in Gastonia NC by Sucellus

2010-05-19T14:23:00.001-04:00

Rising Vacancy and Lower Rents - The Facts

2010-05-07T16:27:00.000-04:00

I was reading the May Commercial Property Executive Magazine when I came across some interesting data from REIS, Inc. for nationwide averages for retail vacancys and rents. Below is a table I did from the data looking at the percentage change from one year to the next in vacancy and lease rate.

Yr         Vacancy%         Rents$         Delta V         Delta $

2000         6.4                15.89

2001        7.1                 16.31           11%             3%

2002        7.3                16.68              3%            2%

2003       7.2                17.14              -1%           3%

2004       7                   17.62              -3%          3%

2005      6.8                18.22               -3%          3%

2006     7.1                18.92                4%           4%

2007     7.5                19.46                6%           3%

2008    8.9                 19.52              19%           0%

2009   10.6                19.13              19%          -2%

2010 Est 11.5           18.86                 8%          -1%

What this shows is that even a 19% change in vacancy at best reduces rents 2%.

This makes the retail rental rate of $14.50 at 831 South Church St at I-85 across from the Movies and up Church st. from Goodwill the best value around. And they include utilities!

Destination Retail in Flex Space Units off South New Hope for $7.50 have even more value.

Please note lease rate is annual base rate per sf per year before triple net charges of taxes, insurance & maintenance.

Sites at Exit 22 I-85 Lowell NC

2010-05-04T10:45:00.001-04:00

MLH Properties to J&R Rentals property of 5.8 acres on South Main St. Lowell NC $5,200,000

22 at Lowell Sites

Flex Space - Going ....Going

2010-04-28T16:24:00.000-04:00

Have leased all the Taranis Properties LLC units at 2T Park. Only Sucellus LLC has some small bay business units still available.

These units still offer the same outstanding value

Recognition of Investment in Gaston County

2010-04-20T10:42:00.000-04:00

Gaston County Economic Development Commission recognized us, Industrial Construction & Maintenance, Inc., for Million Dollar Investment in Gaston County for 2009. The Project was for our construction and development of a Flex-Space Development. for Sucellus LLC.

What can we do for you?

Need A Market For Your Business

2010-04-07T09:46:00.004-04:00

How about a market where within 15 minutes almost 152,000 people live who have a median age of approximately 38 and household average incomes of almost $61,000.00? How about over 38,000 Owner occupied units and over 22,000 Renter occupied units?

I could just tell you. But how about clicking here to see Market One or here to see Market Two

Gastonia Listings of Office-Flexspace-Land

2010-03-25T09:46:00.002-04:00

It has been some time since I did a "Listing" post on the blog. So here goes:

Flex Space on Posterity Court - 1,500 SF Unit, (2) 1,750 SF Units, (1) 3,000 SF Unit and (2) 3,500 SF Units.

Retail Space Franklin Square - 831 South Church St. - Church St. @ I-85 - 1236 SF Unit, 1,600 SF Unit and 2,400 SF Unit.

Multiple Lots at Exit 22 I-85 - Interchange for Franklin Square and Southeast Gastonia Charlotte Commuters. High Traffic Count.

For Construction Services

For Development Services

No Increase In Supply of Commercial Space

2010-03-17T11:09:00.007-04:00

I was asked why I thought the supply of new commercial space was not going to increase. The short answer is that no funds/loans are available for new projects. Where are those funds? The answer is below.

In February 2010 alone the Federal Deficit was $221 billion, the greatest in history.In the 1980's we had Deficit problems but this February alone equaled all of 1986's Deficit. The 1970's also had Deficit problems but again last month was triple the Deficit of all six years of Nixon. In fact February 2010's Deficit, for 28 days, is equal to the Deficit of 1776 to 1945, a period of 169 years and seven major wars.

In just one week last month the Fed borrowed new money and replaced old debt at the rate of $390,212 per second or $23.4 million per minute or 1.4 Billion per hour around the clock.

This means Federal, State and Local Governments are on an annual pace to raise $1,040.4 billion. Business is cutting their debt $1,097.5 billion and Consumers are cutting $510.4 billion.

Decling Business and Consumer borrowing signals economic weakness and this is worse because it is a decline to zero on a net basis. There is pressure on Business and Consumers to pay down debt and that credit is being removed by Government. This means credit is being denied or even taken away from those who could fuel a recovery.

What is currently available in the Commercial market is all there is going to be for sometime and almost any level of demand is going shrink the market and effect lease rates.

Surfing the Commercial Property Wave in Gastonia

2010-02-23T14:09:00.004-05:00

Business Guru's are always talking about riding in front of the wave or surfing on top of the wave. In other words recognizing large trends early before others see them and take advantage of the opportunity.

A massive trend I see is that commercial construction and development has not just slowed down but actually halted. The retail, office and flex-space you currently see in the market is all that is going to be available for some time. Slowly and surely the space is leasing. Almost any level of demand will absorb supply when no additional supply is being made available.

More demand than supply leads to higher prices. Is this the next wave to be surfing?

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Gastonia Office-Warehouse-Showroom Trends

2010-02-09T10:31:00.002-05:00

I revised the e-marketing program for our group of companies at the first of the year. Since then we have seen a thawing in construction proposal requests and in people looking at commercial space to lease.

I do not know whether this small increase in activity is due to movement within the general economic environment or whether my revised e-marketing is ranking higher on search engines.

Whatever it is I welcome it and I welcome you to contact us about our services whether your need be new construction or real estate brokerage services.

Renewed E-Marketing 4 Offices, Retail, Warehouse

2010-01-11T09:56:00.004-05:00

Spent the month of December renewing E-Marketing for ICM, our construction company, Samuel J. Fleeman, Jr., commercial real estate broker and the services offered individually and coordinated together.

The Goal is provide Clients with the services they require to make lease build decesions on the commercial office, retail, show room, warehouse or manufacturing space that best serves their needs. Whether the decision is to build new, remodel, or expand with ICM or lease/rent from Clients of Samuel J. Fleeman Jr. (listings) call us.

Gastonia Office - Warehouse - Showroom - Light Mfg Save 54% to 39%

2009-12-11T11:13:00.001-05:00

We have done the Site Selection, Financing, Permitting and Construction on Flex Space Units so our simple leasing program can save you 54% to 39%.

Available 2 T Park = 2-1750 SF Units, 2-3500 SF Units and 1-3,000 SF Unit at 4459 Posterity Court.

Unit 4475 is also available with substantial office up fit.

New Business Space In Gastonia

2009-12-01T14:00:00.002-05:00

I have been reading and reviewing alot on articles and information on Commercial Real Estate for the future. Economic activity is governed by the Law of Supply and Demand unless there is outside intervention from a force like government. I don't see government intervention in the Business to Business market of commercial real estate. Leaving us with Supply and Demand.

The Recession with Job Loss has reduced demand for commercial space. However the credit market meltdown has choked off any financing for any new projects. One article I read said recovery for new construction of commercial space could be 2013 before taking place. A majority concensus of articles saw little to no new construction in 2010 or 2011. The supply of space will be static for several years it seems. Space I have available in Gastonia right now.

The recovery seems to be on a path of long slow growth with little job recovery. Here is where my faith in America shows in that I think this pattern will lead to an explosion of small niche businesses providing goods and services not available from large companies due to scale. These businesses are going to need commercial space and that is where demand for space will come. We specialize in small business space.

Any growth in demand coupled with no growth in supply is going to create supply issues. Avoid those issues by locking in the space we have currently available.

Gastonia Commercial Real Estate

2009-11-18T15:44:00.002-05:00

I think the commercial market begins to stir. I have signed a lease in the last two weeks for some flex space. I have also had a lot of "tire kicking" and second looks. Besides the news worthy lease of retail space to Adam and Eve in the Franklin Square/Cox Road Corridor there seems to be other leasing taking place there.

With zero new projects being built or financed what you see is what you get for the foreseeable future. If enough leasing activity occurs there can quickly be a shortage of desirable space and even rising rents. Waiting for that absolute perfect location and building at an all time low rate could backfire. Getting the location and building you want at the current reasonable rate might be the better long term strategy.

Below in the October Post are the Units we have available. From Exit 22 on I-85 to Church St./Franklin Square to South New Hope Rd. Area we have prime locations in mostly new or newer buildings at competitive market rates. For more info

New Listings for Gaston Office, Retail & Flex Space

2009-10-14T10:24:00.002-04:00

It has been some time since I did a straight forward Listing Blog of the properties I own and/or represent.

820 South Main St Lowell NC – Exit 22 I-85 just behind the KIA Dealer - Space Available Nov 1st – Call Sam Fleeman 704-363-4738 for Details

831 South Church St. – Across from Theatre at Franklin Square and where Church St. crosses over I-85. Franklin Sq. Retail Space for $14/sf/year including utilities. Call Sal Lakhany 704-747-3786 Video

4475 Posterity Court – South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court 2nd Building on the Left, End Unit at Road – 1,500 SF Unit with 1,000 SF in Office and 500 SF in Storage. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $1,200.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Video

4486 Posterity Court - South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court 2nd Building on the Right, second unit from the far end – 1,500 SF Unit with 300 SF in Office and 1200 SF in Open for warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $1,050.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster.

4465 Posterity Court-Suite 100 - South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court last Building on the left ,third unit from the street – 1,750 SF Unit for office, warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $1,095.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Video

4465 Posterity Court -Suite 110- South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court last Building on the left , fourth and fifth unit from the street – 3,500 SF Unit for office, warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $2,190.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Under Construction

4465 Posterity Court Suite 130- South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court last Building on the left , sixth and seventh unit from the street – 3,500 SF Unit for office, warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $2,190.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Under Construction

4465 Posterity Court -Suite 150- South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court last Building on the left , eighth unit from the street – 1,750 SF Unit for office, warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $1,095.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Under Construction

4471 Posterity Court - South New Hope to Stroupe Rd. to Posterity Court last Building on the left , ninth and tenth unit from the street – 3,000 SF Unit for office, warehouse, showroom, retail or light mfg. Complete A/C. Eligible for Month to Month Program and $1,875.00/month which includes water/sewer/storm water/building and land county property taxes/dumpster. Under Construction

Besides the Blog Listing Please Go To My Web Site For Info, Video and Photo

Just Released Commercial Lease Exit 22 I-85

2009-10-09T14:12:00.002-04:00

So new I do not have all the details but I know that a unit at 820 South Main St. Lowell NC (Exit 22 from I-85 and gateway to Franklin Square Shopping) will become available November 1st. Call Sam Fleeman Sr. at 704-363-4738 for details. Won't stay open for long.

Supply of Commercial Space in Gastonia May Be Tightening

2009-10-08T10:37:00.003-04:00

Looks like all the retail space near Franklin Square is going to be leased by November 1. I understand Agreements are in place or just pending execution. I am also fielding increased serious inquiries on the Flex Space.

Because new projects are few and far between due to the restricted lending and credit environment the supply of space you see now is not going to increase. Even current demand will slowly reduce the current available supply. If the pundants are correct and the economic recovery is underway an up tick in demand for space, almost any up tick, will quickly absorb the current supply.

To bring additional space on line from the starting point I think most developers are today, ground zero, would take at least a year and that assumes financing could be obtained at feasible costs and conditions.

The point is the market may be moving from more supply than demand to more demand than supply and that will mean rising rent rates. Now might be the time to start looking.

Gastonia Blogging

2009-09-24T09:33:00.002-04:00

I blog so I can inform my clients and potential clients about issues they need to know about if they are thinking of building, buying or leasing commercial property in Gastonia or Gaston County. I try and blog only when there is an issue or a change in the market. Lords knows on the internet information comes from everywhere and in all directions.

This post is to summarize some of the major changes I posted about recently. Below you can find :

A quick analysis of build/buy vs lease.
Rasmussen Poll Economic Numbers
Save Money with Flex Space and Rent from Flex Space Professionals
Starting next summer The City of Gastonia is greatly increasing water tap fees.
Movies and Links to Movies on the Flex Space - Unit 4475 or 4459 Exterior

I believe when you have the information you make the best decisions and I know we offer those services and products.

Gastonia Current Conditions Lease vs. Build

2009-08-19T09:19:00.006-04:00

A friend called me the other day and asked for discussion estimates for building approximately 5,000 Sq Ft. of Building on a 1 acre lot inside the City of Gastonia with 16 to 20 parking spaces. As you can see I came up with $364,000.00 for 5,250 Sq Ft Turn Key.

That set me to wondering how that compared with leasing a 5,250 Sq Ft Unit in my new flex space building at 4459 Posterity Court in Gastonia NC. So below is where I calculated the monthly cost for occupancy of the Building. Key assumption is a loan could be obtained with 20% down and 80% financed for 20 years at 8%. Cost was $3,196.61 per month after a $72,800.00 down payment.

Lot 1 Ac $ 54,000.00
Bldg SF 5250
$/SF Build $ 40.00
Bldg $ 210,000.00
Site Work $ 100,000.00
Cost $ 364,000.00
$ (72,800.00) 80/20
Financed $ 291,200.00
Monthly $ 2,435.71 20 yr 8%
Prop Tx $ 445.90
Storm Water $ 15.00
Phase II $ 50.00
Water/Sewer $ 50.00
Yard Maint $ 100.00
Bldg Repair $ 100.00
$ 3,196.61

How does this compare to a lease at 4459 for 5,250 Sq Ft. Where lease rate includes property tax on land and building, water/sewer, storm water fees, Phase II compliance and Common Area Maintenance and Repair for Exterior. Plus one month security deposit and one month rent moves you in instead of $72,800.00 for a 20% down payment.

Lease 5250Sq Ft at a Rate $7.50 Year equals $ 39,375.00 /12 equals Monthly $3,281.25

Right now in Gastonia leasing seems to be the way to go for commercial real estate. I did not discuss tax issues because these are dependent on too many individual variables and need to be discussed with a professional.

I did not extend this post by describing each individual item utilized. If you will email me with any questions I will gladly offer details on why it was included and how it was estimated.

Time To Move Business Forward?

2009-08-07T14:08:00.005-04:00

Consumer confidence today reached the highest level of 2009. In fact, confidence is now at the highest level since Lehman Brothers collapsed last September. The Rasmussen Consumer Index, which measures the economic confidence of consumers on a daily basis, jumped over three points on Friday to 77.9 to the highest level in 11 months. The last time confidence was this high came just before the collapse of Lehman Brothers and the beginning of federal bailouts. The Consumer Index is up four points over the past week, up eight points over the past month, and up 18 points from the beginning of 2009.

The Rasmussen Investor Index, which measures the economic confidence of investors on a daily basis, rose three points on Friday to 82.8. That's around the same level as it was a week ago, but it's up six points from a month ago. Investor confidence is up 20 points from the beginning of the year.

Now might be the time to look at gearing back up. Part of that strategy might be a new location we can help. Call or email us.

Gastonia Office Warehouse Showroom Commercial Space

2009-08-06T15:12:00.003-04:00

Office-Warehouse-Showroom-Light Mfg-Retail-Wholesale S. New Hope Rd

Our Small Business Units Have Been Utilized By Entreprenuers Since 1999.

Located In Gastonia - just off South New Hope Rd. on Posterity Court is the small business flex space you have been seeking. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Allows small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. These Units are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.

Immediately move into Space for Office, Warehouse, Showroom, Retail and Light Assembly:

A) 4475 Posterity Court - Existing 1,500 SF Unit with 1,000 SF of Office w/1/2 bath and 500 SF of Warehouse. Full Unit has A/C for $1,200.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

B) 4465 Suite 100 Posterity Court - New 1,750 SF Unit. Open floor plan with 1/2 bath. Full A/C for $1,100.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

If you need a larger space or custom up fit we have several units site and shell complete ready for up fit. Call today 704-824-5635 to preserve your opportunity.

We offer the following benefits:

1) Your lease terms can be month to month in a new standard up fit unit or some existing units.
2) Your lease will include City Utilities (water/sewer/trash/storm water fee)
3) Your lease includes City and County Property Taxes on the Building and Site
4) Your lease includes common area maintenance and repair.
5) Your Electricity is by Duke Power and Gas by Public Service
6) Your zoning is C-3 City of Gastonia which allows retail/wholesale sales, warehousing, offices and light manufacturing.
7) Your location is just off South New Hope Road in Gastonia.
8) Your unit is within a Business Park to raise your image of professionalism.
9) Your Management/Owners are on site for prompt service
10) Your lease rate is based on our vertical business model of being the Owner/Developer/Contractor/Real Estate Broker.

Gastonia Office/Warehouse Flex Space Is What We Do

2009-07-17T10:47:00.003-04:00

You hear business consultant buzz words like core competency and you have to laugh. All it is is a fancy way to say concentrate on what you do best. What we do best is provide small unit flex space for office/warehouse/showroom/retail/light mfg. We have been doint it since 1999.

We heard our clients say they wanted fully air conditioned spaces. All of the units in our newest building 4459 Posterity Court are fully air conditioned.

Clients said they were tired of hidden fees above the rent rate. Our rent rates include water/sewer service, storm water fees, trash disposal, property tax on the land and building as well as common area maintenance. Clients pay their rent to us and then power, gas and phone to the utility provider to cover their cost of occupancy.

So despite the fact we (ICM) are an unlimited licensed building,highway and water/sewer utility contractor; have real estate brokerage licenses (Jerry) in NC, SC and GA. and have developed Exit 22 of I-85 and many other projects our core competency, what we do best, is our Flex Space Development. Contact us to see just how good we are.

Gastonia - New Tap Fees Creates Opportunities

2009-07-07T10:39:00.004-04:00

Government entry into a free market almost always has unintended consequences. Recently the City of Gastonia adopted the above fees for water and sewer taps. These fees will severely handicap their economic development efforts in this recession. A typical restaurant requires a 2” tap for potable service and a 6” tap for fire protection. New total COG tap fees will be $33,680.00 plus $210,500.00 or $244,180.00. Any building requiring fire protection, in general a building exceeding 12,000 square feet total without expensive fire walls, will require a 6” tap at a cost of $210,500.00.
When the playing field is tilted by government opportunities are lost and they are also gained. For example development along I-85 within Gastonia’s City Limits are burdened by this new tap fee. Just outside Gastonia’s City Limits at the eastern entry to the Franklin Square Shopping Area at Exit 22 within the Lowell City Limits are sites not burdened by this fee.

Here's 22 At Lowell.

Further advantages are gained by existing locations with water and sewer already in place or provided in the lease.

Here's two opportunities.

The first is retail space in Lowell on Church St. Where utilities are included in the rent. This building is across Church St. from the Movies.

The second is within City of Gastonia limits but the Flex office-warehouse-showroom-light manufacturing-wholesale-retail Space is developed and water/sewer are two of the many services, storm water fee, building property taxes, common area maintenance and repair, included in the rent.

Don’t delay! Take advantage today!

Gastonia - 2T Park - Unit 4475 Video

2009-05-28T11:19:00.010-04:00

Gastonia - 2T Park - 4475 Posterity Court
1,500 SF of fully air conditioned space.

1,000 SF Office - Entry-Handicapped Bath-Two Offices-Conference Room-Extra Wide Hall fro File Cabinets.

500 SF Storage with Overhead Door, Walk Door and Security Cage

$1,200.00/Mo. Qualifies for Month to Month Lease Terms With Approved Tenant

For information and video on other units and opportunities available Click Here

Gastonia Flex Space - New Web Site

2009-05-20T14:14:00.003-04:00

New Web Site Coordinates With Gazette Classified Ad. .Ad Details

Existing Unit Ready To Rent - 4475 Posterity Court Space By Taranis Properties LLC
Buildings are just off South New Hope Rd. in Gastonia. Included in the base lease rate is Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Building Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Building 4475 unit 4475 is 1,500 SF with 1,000 SF of Office and 500 SF of Storage. Storage includes wire security pen. Rent is $1,200.00/mo.

Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available or Interior Pictures

4459 Posterity Court By Sucellus LLC Can Be Customized
There is one 1,750 SF Unit with Standard Up Fit ($1,100.00 per month)completed readey for utility turn-on and move-in.

The balance of the core building, 8,750 SF has been submitted for standard up fit permitting as (2) 3,500 SF units (50x70/$2,190.00/month)and one more 25x70, $1,100 per month or 1,750 SF unit . Quick action could allow for units as multiples of 25x70or 1,750 SF.

Building has one 50x60 or 3,000 SF unit ($2,000.00 month standard up fit) on the end.

Included in the base lease rate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Standard Up Fit includes full A/C of the space. Custom Up Fit above the standard is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available

Pricing and Availability Subject To Change

Gastonia Commercial Space Move In Now

2009-04-30T09:18:00.003-04:00

Immediately move into Flex Space for Office, Warehouse, Showroom, Retail and Light Assembly:

A) Existing 1,500 SF Unit with 1,000 SF of Office w/1/2 bath and 500 SF of Warehouse. Full Unit has A/C for $1,200.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

B) New 1,750 SF Unit. Open floor plan with 1/2 bath. Full A/C for $1,100.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

If you need a larger space or custom up fit we have several units site and shell complete ready for up fit. Seeing is believing so call today to preserve your opportunity.

Why Rent One Of These Units?

1) Your lease terms can be month to month in a new standard up fit unit or some existing units.

2) Your lease will include City Utilities (water/sewer/trash/storm water fee)

3) Your lease includes City and County Property Taxes on the Building and Site

4) Your lease includes common area maintenance and repair.

5) Your Electricity is by Duke Power and Gas by Public Service

6) Your zoning is C-3 City of Gastonia which allows retail/wholesale sales, warehousing, offices and light manufacturing.

7) Your location is just off South New Hope Road in Gastonia.

8) Your unit is within a Business Park to raise your image of professionalism.

9) Your Management/Owners are on site for prompt service

10) Your lease rate is based on our vertical business model of being the Owner/Developer/Contractor/Real Estate Broker.

GREAT LOCATION AT FRANKLIN SQUARE

Small Shop Space Available across from the Movies at Franklin Square. Unbelievably Rent of $16 per Sq. Ft. Annually includes Utilities! Compare to other rents and their add-on fees that do not include utilities. This can't last long.

Immediately Available Small Business Units

2009-04-16T11:09:00.003-04:00

The ecomomy is spawning a boom in small business starts. If you are one of those innovative people possibly working on a Hi-Tech or "Green" Business Plan let us help.

Neither Gaston County nor Gastonia offer business incubator space but our small business units have been utilized by entrprenuers since 1999. The benefits of leasing from us are:

1) Your lease terms can be month to month in a new standard up fit unit or some existing units.

2) Your lease will include City Utilities (water/sewer/trash/storm water fee)

3) Your lease includes City and County Property Taxes on the Building and Site

4) Your lease includes common area maintenance and repair.

5) Your Electricity is by Duke Power and Gas by Public Service

6) Your zoning is C-3 City of Gastonia which allows retail/wholesale sales, warehousing, offices and light manufacturing.

7) Your location is just off South New Hope Road in Gastonia.

8) Your unit is within a Business Park to raise your image of professionalism.

9) Your Management/Owners are on site for prompt service

10) Your lease rate is based on our vertical business model of being the Owner/Developer/Contractor/Real Estate Broker.

Immediately move into:

A) Existing 1,500 SF Unit with 1,000 SF of Office w/1/2 bath and 500 SF of Warehouse. Full Unit has A/C for $1,200.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

B) New 1,750 SF Unit. Open floor plan with 1/2 bath. Full A/C for $1,100.00 per month. Eligible for month to month program.

If you need a larger space or custom up fit we have several units site and shell complete ready for up fit. Seeing is beleiving so call today to preserve your opportunity.

Gastonia Office Space Created From Flex Space For Savings

2009-03-25T09:23:00.007-04:00

All of the Above Are From Existing Flex Space Units in 2T Park. Flex Space Costs Less Than Office Space - Even After Customization

Existing Unit Ready To Rent - 4475 Posterity Court Space By Taranis Properties LLC
Buildings are just off South New Hope Rd. in Gastonia. Included in the base lease rate is Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Building Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Building 4475 unit 4475 is 1,500 SF with 1,000 SF of Office and 500 SF of Storage. Storage includes wire security pen. Rent is $1,200.00/mo.

Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available or Interior Pictures

4459 Posterity Court By Sucellus LLC Can Be Customized
Included in the base lease rate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.Site and Shell Complete. Waiting for Standard Up Fit which includes full A/C of the space. Building has one 50x60 or 3,000 SF unit ($2,000.00 month standard up fit) on the end and there is one 1,750 SF Unit with Standard Up Fit ($1,100.00 per month)nearing completion. The balance of 8,750 SF is leasable as 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or units as multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit above the standard is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available

Pricing and Availability Subject To Change

Gastonia - Two Commercial Leases, Office & Retail This Week

2009-03-19T10:30:00.005-04:00

Have been blessed this week with signing two commercial leases. CSI is coming to 2T Park Building 4474 in Gastonia and Essentials 4 Less has signed a lease on a retail space in 831 South Church St. Lowell across from the Eastern Federal Theatres in Franklin Square in Gastonia.

So to keep all the opportunities organized I have created the list below. Always remember to compare our lease rates and what they include vs. standard triple net terms which increase your lease costs above the quoted rate.

Leasing Opportunities -Prime Gastonia Business Locations

4475 Posterity Court Space By Taranis Properties LLC Provides No Add On Fees and Great SE Gastonia Location
Buildings are just off South New Hope Rd. in Gastonia. Included in the base lease rate is Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Building Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Building 4475 unit 4475 is 1,500 SF with 1,000 SF of Office and 500 SF of Storage. Storage includes wire security pen. Rent is $1,200.00/mo.

Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available or Interior Pictures

4459 Posterity Court By Sucellus LLC Cuts Leasing Costs
Included in the base lease rate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.Site and Shell Complete. Waiting for Up Fit. Building has 16,500 SF total space. Of the two 50x60 or 3,000 SF units on the ends only one is still available. There is one 1,750 SF Unit with Standard Up Fit nearing completion.The balance of 8,750 SF is leasable as 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or units as multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available

Quick Way To Have Retail Space for Office Warehouse Rates
Includes All Utilities and No CAMERA. 831 South Church St. across from Movies at Franklin Square in Gastonia. With the recent lease to Essential 4 Less better get INFO ON THE 2 UNITS LEFT

Commercial Property For Sale - Get Rid of Rent Once and For All

Now You Can Have A Ready To Build Commercial Lot on Union Rd Gastonia - In Front of Howell Funeral Home
Approximately .6963 Acre Lot -. Lot is part of PUD which includes Funeral Home. Lot is level. Storm Water/Sewer /Water /Paving/ Sidewalk/Entry all currently in place. Zoning allows 51% office and 49% retail. Ready to Build. Sale $400,000.00

Another Secret Little Known Gem
3431 South New Hope Rd. #148891 almost to new Food Lion at Beatty Rd. (across from Car Wash) Lot of approximately 1.45 acres with C-3 Zoning. Price on Request

Interstate Exchange Property Available Before The Sale Signs Are Even Up
Lowell - North east Corner Exit 22 I-85 on same side of interchange as new Indian Motorcycle Dealership

Parcel A -#128 - 640,639,633,632,631,618 all 6 parcels 1.41 acres $750,000.00

Parcel B is #128 - 636, 637 ,638 all 3 parcels .42 aces for $225,000.00

Here Is How To Save Parcel A & B at the same time is $900,000.00

Need Interstate Exposure - Exit 22 I-85 Lowell
820 S Main St. Lowell - parcel #128625 .9 acres with 8,000 SF mtl bldg Price on Request

Rent One of Two Remaining Units or Take This Golden Opportunity To Stop Rent And Let Others Help With The Payments On Your Retail Space!
831 South Church Street Lowell - 10,000 SF of Retail Space across from the Movies at Franklin Square. Brick Construction. Loading Dock, Loading Ramp. Time and Temperature Sign on I-85 with traffic count over 84,000.more details including a lease that includes utilities, common area maintenance and repair plus property tax on building and grounds.

Best Location In Gaston County. Master Planned 8 Acres Exit 22 I-85 Lowell NC Marketed for the partners in 22 at Lowell LLC by Clay Realty Advisors

ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Google Maps To Locate

Gastonia Office Space Leased

2009-03-18T11:38:00.001-04:00

UNIT 4478/4480 HAS BEEN LEASED

Check our great Southeast Gastonia Location for the remaining opportunities.(MAP)

These units are zoned C-3 the City of Gastonia's most flexible zoning district and can be used for office, warehouse, retail and light manufacturing. Standard lease rates include common area maintenance and repair, building property tax, water, sewer, trash and storm water fees. No hidden add-ons. You deal direct with no middlemen and no middle fees or commissions. We are the Land Developer, Building Developer, Builder and Broker.

We have ready to lease one 1,500 SF Unit at 4475 Posterity Court for $1,200.00 per month. This Unit is 2/3 Office Up Fit and 1/3 Storage but 100% Air Conditioned. Pictures in post below. .Further Details Available

Our newest Flex Space Building on Posterity Court in Gastonia is 4459 Posterity Court.(Details Available) Site and Shell Phase Complete. We have leased one 3,000 SF unit and are working on a 1,750 SF unit to standard up fit specifications. There is one 3,000 SF space and 8,750 SF ready for custom up fit.

Gastonia - More Details More Info

2009-03-10T14:01:00.006-04:00

Check our great Southeast Gastonia Location. .(MAP)

These units are zoned C-3 the City of Gastonia's most flexible zoning district and can be used for office, warehouse, retail and light manufacturing. Standard lease rates include common area maintenance and repair, building property tax, water, sewer, trash and storm water fees. No hidden add-ons. You deal direct with no middlemen and no middle fees or commissions. We are the Land Developer, Building Developer, Builder and Broker.

Floor Plan seen above ready to rent 3,000 sf total office unit at 4478/4480 Posterity Court for $3,050.00 per month. Must be seen to be appreciated. Some Pictures in posts below. .Further Details Available

Floor Plan seen above 1,500 SF Unit at 4475 Posterity Court for $1,200.00 per month. This Unit is 2/3 Office Up Fit and 1/3 Storage but 100% Air Conditioned. Pictures in post below. .Further Details Available

Not shown is 4459 our newest Flex Space Building on Posterity Court in Gastonia .(Further Details Available) Site and Shell Phase Complete. We have leased one 3,000 SF unit and are working on a 1,750 SF unit to standard up fit specifications. There is one 3,000 SF space and 8,750 SF ready for custom up fit.

INFO -PHOTOS-RATES

2009-02-26T09:50:00.005-05:00

Check our great Southeast Gastonia Location. .(MAP) Located just off South New Hope Rd.they are close to Lake Wyle, The Charlotte Airport and I-85/I-77.

These units are in the City of Gastonia's most flexible zoning district C-3 and can be used for office, warehouse, retail and light manufacturing.

All our standard lease rates include common area maintenance and repair, building property tax, water,sewer, trash and storm water fees. One strightforward rate with no add-ons. We are the Land Developer, Building Developer, Builder and Broker. You deal direct with no middlemen and no middle fees or commissions.

4459 is our newest Flex Space Building on Posterity Court in Gastonia .(Further Details Available) has completed the Site and Shell Phase. We have leased one 3,000 SF unit and are working on a 1,750 SF unit to standard up fit specifications. There is one 3,000 SF space and 10,500 SF ready for up fit.

We also have a ready to rent 3,000 sf total office unit at 4478/4480 Posterity Court for $3,050.00 per month. Must be seen to be appreciated. Some Pictures in posts below. .Further Details Available

We have a great 1,500 SF Unit at 4475 Posterity Court for $1,200.00 per month. This Unit is 2/3 Office Up Fit and 1/3 Storage but 100% Air Conditioned. Pictures in some post below. .Further Details Available

Here Is How We Save You Money On Leased Spaced

2009-02-09T10:28:00.004-05:00

All our standard lease rates include common area maintenance and repair, building property tax, water,sewer, trash and storm water fees. One strightforward rate with no add-ons. We are the Land Developer, Building Developer, Builder and Broker. You deal direct with no middlemen and no middle fees or commissions.

Our newest Flex Space Building on Posterity Court in Gastonia .(Further Details Available) has completed the Site and Shell Phase. We have leased one 3,000 SF unit and have the architect working on a spec unit of 1,750 SF done to standard up fit specification. These units are in the City of Gastonia's most flexible zoning district C-3 and can be used for office, warehouse, retail and light manufacturing.Located just off South New Hope Rd.they are close to Lake Wyle, The Charlotte Airport and I-85/I-77.

We also have a ready to rent 3,000 sf total office unit at 4478/4480 Posterity Court for $3,050.00 per month. Must be seen to be appreciated. Some Pictures in posts below. .Further Details Available

We have a great 1,500 SF Unit at 4475 Posterity Court for $1,200.00 per month. This Unit is 2/3 Office Up Fit and 1/3 Storage but 100% Air Conditioned. Pictures in some post below. .Further Details Available

Need A Governmental Boost

2009-01-27T13:56:00.004-05:00

These turbulent times require seeking out all advantages. Perhaps you qualify for some EDC incentives. They are not all scaled to large business. For a summary .(Click Here)

To find details on our flex space for office, warehouse, light manufacturing, customer service call center, and even retail (Click Here) or check the postings below.

Benefits of Leasing Flex Space

2009-01-23T09:28:00.002-05:00

Advantages of flex space are many. Flex buildings offer straightforward economical business space. You rent exactly what you need. There are no shared costs for hallways, bathrooms and the lobby. Your money goes for your space.

Another benefit is you probably can sign a short term lease. This is ideal if your company is on the move and you anticipate changes in space requirements.

In short, flex space accommodates a full range of companies -- from those operating their first offices outside their home or garage, to well-established businesses, and everything in between.
If you are looking to occupy anywhere from 1,500 to 10,000 square feet of space, a flex building may provide the right fit.

The post below details the flex space and buildings we have available.

New Year Brings New Opportunity

2009-01-06T15:01:00.004-05:00

Where did 2008 go? Do we really care? No because 2009 is here. Time to get on with the business of business and stop hanging on every word of doom and gloom from CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. We've done that and here we are. Let's change that to acting positively and see where we climb.

The new Flex Space Building .(Further Details Available) has completed the Site and Shell Phase. We are up fitting one 3,000 SF unit and have the architect working on a second unit of 1,750 SF. We are ready to talk to you about your unit.

We also have existing space in Building 4474 - a 3,000 sf total office unit for $3,050.00 per month. Must be seen to be appreciated. Some Pictures in posts below. .Further Details Available

We have a great 1,500 SF Unit in Building 4475 for $1,200.00 per month. This Unit is 2/3 Office Up Fit and 1/3 Storage but 100% Air Conditioned. Pictures in some post below. .Further Details Available

All our standard lease rates include common area maintenance and repair, building property tax, water,sewer, trash and storm water fees. One strightforward rate with no add-ons.

Nothing Better Than Comparision Shopping

2008-12-08T13:55:00.004-05:00

Late last week I learned that 202 Stroupe Rd was being marketed. That is a 5005 SF Building in my 2T Park. Building is open and industrial in nature. HVAC is heat and fans. There is no A/C. Current annual triple net lease, tenant pays property tax, storm water fees, trash, insurance and all maintenance on the property, is $9.42 per sf.

To compare Unit 4475 is available from me for $9.60 per sf annual rent for a smaller 1,500 SF space which is fully air conditioned and 2/3 up fit as office. Plus landlord pays property tax, insurance, storm water fees, trash and common area and exterior maintenance.

Just click the highlighted address above to see for yourself.

Focus On 4475 Unit

2008-12-02T14:00:00.003-05:00

Unit 4475 is 1,500 SF Unit with 1000 SF Office and 500SF Storage with some Storage within Wire Security Cage. Office has Entry, Bath, (2) Private Offices, Conference Room and Double Size Hall for copier, files, work table for mailing. Total Unit has A/C $1,200.00/mo.

We include all City Utilties. Water, sewer, storm water and trash. Tenants pay for Duke Power, Public Service, Phone, Internet and Security if desired. No separate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment (CAMRA). We cut the grass, maintain the plants, repair the parking and paint the building exterior. Tenants are responsible for interior repairs like light bulbs, ballasts, HVAC Filters, HVAC Maintaince and Repairs and general up keep. No Gross Sales Rent Percentages. Management is on-site with offices in the Park.

Through our various companies we are the Developer, Builder and Broker.

Control Costs and Improve Efficiencies

2008-11-14T13:33:00.002-05:00

We offer Flex-Space for Offices, Warehousing, Showrooms, Studio's and Light Manufacturing. These are spaces designed for commercial use and not rehabbed houses or old Mills. They provide a professional environment which increases your ability to focus on doing business.

Buildings are designed with 60' or 70' of depth. In the rear every 25 lf contains a minimum size 10x10 overhead door and a walkdoor. The fronts have glass entry doors and windows every 25 lf. Each building has adequate parking and because of common ownership of four buildings special event overflow parking is available.

Currently there are two existing units, one 25x60=1,500 and one 50x60=3,000, available and 13,500 square feet of new customizeable space. For simplification these opportunities are described in detail below in previous posts or call/email me.

To help you control costs and trim overhead we provide the following:

Our lease for existing and standard up fit units can be month to month. We have found responsible tenants stay and with a month to month lease any problems can be quickly eliminated. Of course custom up fits require a lease to assure a payback period.
We include all City Utilties. Water, sewer, storm water and trash. Tenants pay for Duke Power, Public Service, Phone, Internet and Security if desired.
No separate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment (CAMRA). We cut the grass, maintain the plants, repair the parking and paint the building exterior. Tenants are responsible for interior repairs like light bulbs, ballasts, HVAC Filters, HVAC Maintaince and Repairs and general up keep.
No Gross Sales Rent Percentages
Management is on-site with offices in the Park
Through our various companies we are the Developer, Builder and Broker so you have a direct and streamlined relationship with decision makers.

Units are located in 2T Business Park located in SE Gastonia just off South New Hope Rd. providing easy access to I-85 and Hwy 29/74 . Closer to the Airport than most of Charlotte - 15 minutes.

If Sizzle Attracts You Still Gotta Have Steak To Sell

2008-11-03T09:45:00.003-05:00

Advertising courses always say you need sizzle to attract potential clients. In commercial real estate it gets down to the steak pretty quick. So if steak equals the benefits of renting from us then the benefits are:

Our lease for existing and standard up fit units can be month to month. We have found good tenants stay and with a month to month lease any problems can be quickly removed. Of course custom up fits where we spend money specifically on your individual requirements require a lease to assure a payback period.
We include all City Utilties. We pay water, sewer, storm water and trash. Tenants pay for Duke Power, Public Service, Phone, Internet and Security if desired.
There is no separate Comman Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment (CAMRA). Your monthly payment means we cut the grass, maintain the plants, repair the parking and paint the building exterior. Tenants are responsible for interior repairs like light bulbs, ballasts, HVAC Filters, HVAC Maintaince and Repairs and general up keep.
We are located in a business park.
Park is located in SE Gastonia just off South New Hope Rd.
Easy access to I-85 and Hwy 29/74
Closer to Airport than most of Charlotte - 15 minutes.

Compare these benefits to the benefits of comparable space.

We have an existing 1500 SF Unit and an existing 3,000 SF Unit and despite extensive upfit into mostly office space they are available month to month. In addition we have 10,500 SF available in 1,750 SF multiples in a new building. In my campaign to Keep It Simple the details can be found in posts below rather than repeated here.

Hit a Nerve

2008-10-24T15:15:00.002-04:00

Almost everyone who called about leasing space this week mentioned the Simplfy Blog Posting as hitting the mark. So we will KISS this post as well.

Successful Companies buy or rent from us because our properties and services are tailored to commercial clients. We pride ourselves on affordable rates for space in secure locations with reliability in construction and property management services.

The Simple List

If you want details and pictures they are below in other postings

4475 Posterity Court - 1000 SF Office w/500 SF Storage 1500 Total SF all A/C$1,200/mo.

4478 and 4480 Posterity Court - 3,000 SF of Class A interior office space. $3,050/mo.

4459 Posterity Court - 150x70 or 10,500 SF can be divided by 1750 SF increments (25 lf of frontage). Custom Up Fit Available. New Under Construction

All include water/sewer/storm water/trash/Property Tax on Bldg and common area maintenance in rates.

SIMPLIFY MY LIFE - PLEASE

2008-10-14T15:22:00.002-04:00

I looked around today and realized my office has 4 phone lines. My Nextel has 2 phone lines and a Talk-Direct plus text message. I have laptop email. I realized all this because I thought I wanted cell phone email. Frankly I am too available because when I am sitting in the office there are enough communication lines to tie up and suspend communication. So I am on a simplify binge.

So if you want details and pictures of available rental units they are below but a quick list is:

4475 Posterity Court - 1000 SF Office w/500 SF Storage 1500 Total SF all A/C$1,200/mo.

4478 and 4480 Posterity Court - 3,000 SF of Class A interior office space. $3,050/mo.

4459 Posterity Court - 150x70 or 10,500 SF can be divided by 1750 SF increments (25 lf of frontage). Custom Up Fit Available. New Under Construction

All include water/sewer/storm water/trash/Property Tax on Bldg and common area maintenance in rates.

LEASING OPPORTUNITIES

2008-10-10T08:50:00.002-04:00

Unit 4478/4480
Front Entry
Unit 4478/4480
Breakroom

Unit 4478/4480
Front Office

Unit 4475
Entry

Unit 4475
Rear Storage Area
Unit 4478/4480 is 3,000 SF of Office. Grade A Finishes. Entry, (2) Private Offices, Conference Room, Breakroom with Mens and Womans Bath, Computer Room and Bull Pen Style Large Office.

Unit 4475 is 1,500 SF Unit with 2/3's Office and 1/3 Storage with some Storage within Wire Security Cage. Office has Entry, Bath, (2) Private Offices, Conference Room and Double Size Hall for copier, files, work table for mailing.

BUILDING 4459 - 13,500 SF of under construction flex space ready for interior customization.

Opportunities are located on Posterity Court just off South New Hope Rd. in Gastonia. Rent rates include water, sewer, storm water and common area maintenance. You pay Duke Power, Public Service and Phone.

Sales and Leasing

2008-09-30T16:33:00.003-04:00

Wild week! But a good week. While politicians from both parties were doing the Chicken Little Dance here on Main St.

1) Signed A Sales Contract For the Kings Mountain Property. This was a value buy with (3) Buildings totaling about 12,000 SF and 5 acres of land.Hope I can find and offer this type deal again.

2) Leased the 4474/4476 Unit in 2T Park.

Still in 2T Park is space, up to 10,500 sf continous, in the under construction 4459 Building, Unit 4475 is a 1500 SF of about 75% Office with 25% air conditioned storage available soon and Unit 4478/4480 3000 sf of office available now (see pictures below).

SPACE AVAILABLE 4474 BLDG 2T PARK

2008-09-18T11:24:00.003-04:00

Available as one 6,000 SF Unit (4474-4476-4478-4480)Approximately 3,600 SF of Office and 2,400 SF of Warehouse ($4,750.00/mo) or 4478-4480 can be made into 3,000 SF of office only ($3,050.00/mo) and 4474-4476 can be made into a 600 SF office/2400 SF warehouse unit ($1,800.00/mo). Rent includes water/sewer/stormwater fee and common area maintenance.

ENTRY 4478-4480
Large Multi-Person Office 4478-4480 Breakroom 4478-4480
Computer Room 4478-4480

UNIT 4474-4476 BELOW

Unit 4474-4476 Interior

2008-09-18T10:59:00.002-04:00

ENTRY FRONT OFFICES
FROM REAR OH DOORS TO BACKSIDE OF OFFICES
FROM BACKSIDE OF OFFICES TO OH DOORS

Now You Can Have Existing Flex Space in 2T Park for Quick Occupancy

2008-08-27T08:38:00.002-04:00

For the first time in a long time space is becoming available in Building 4474 Posterity Court. As currently configured there is 2,400 Sq Ft of Warehouse and 3,600 Sq Ft of Office.

Simple Alteration can split the existing configuration into a 3,000 Sq Ft Office Unit or an Office Warehouse Unit with 600 Sq Ft of Office and 2,400 Sq Ft. of Warehouse.

This opportunity is so new I do not even have pictures to post yet.

Financing Now Adds To Construction Issues

2008-08-22T09:50:00.003-04:00

In the post of August 11th I warned of very aggressive material cost increases being announced for the Fall. This was not good for construction or development of new projects.

Now financing is continuing to tighten. Some Lenders are leaving the market. The Lenders that remain are asking for additional equity. Bottom line is new Development is being funded only for a rising price and under terms and conditions where they can greatly lower their risk.

What does it mean? The short term outlook for new construction and development is slow. Perhaps for 18 to 36 months. The outlook for Landlords is bullish. There will be little new space coming on the market for sale or lease. When supply lessens even if demand remains the same prices rise.

This makes properties like S Church St in Lowell and the Property in Kings Mountain attractive. The Kings Mountain Property is especially attractive because it has existing buildings for current income and undeveloped acreage for growth when the timing is right.

Sky Rocketing Material Cost Increases

2008-08-11T11:50:00.002-04:00

Procrastnation is going to prove costly if you need to expand your business space. Last week we received a notice from CEMEX that concrete was going up $25.00 per CY. That is serious on a $100.00 item. The increase is not going to incorporate fuel surcharges, evironmental fees, etc... Today we received notice of a 10% price increase on insulation from Service Partners.

If you have a need for a new facility, to expand an existing facility or locate new space quick decisive action will pay dividends. These price increases make especially attractive the property in Kings Mountain and the 831 South Church St. Building in Lowell detailed in the posts below.

Will Now Lease Kings Mountain Business Property

2008-07-24T14:39:00.003-04:00

Former Machine Shop Property
Less than ¼ mile off I-85 Kings Mountain, N.C

These three metal buildings on 2.21 acres can be purchased for $225,000, building # 1 was recently appraised for $140,300. There is an adjoining 2.79 acres that has paved road frontage on two roads. The entire 5 acres including the three buildings can be purchased for $266,200. This property is zoned Light Industrial and is on Kings Mountain City Water/Sewage/Gas/Trash pickup. The 2.79 acres could be down zoned to residential and should accommodate 3-4 building lots that should sell for $15-$25,000 each and there has been a lot of interest for building.

Directions; I-85 to Kings Mountain take Hwy 161 into Kings Mountain go approx. ¼ mile turn right on Floyd St. turn left on Cline bear left onto Kiser, property on left.

Building # (1) 6554 SF, Gas heat, has several offices heated and cooled, bathroom, high ceilings, three phase power 6-800 amp, 5 roll up doors, loading dock. Half of this building was rented for $900.00 a month prior to the seller gaining acquisition of the property.Lease whole building for $1,250.00 per month.Purchase for $145,000 includes Building #2

Building # (2) Approx. 1600 SF, no office/bathroom has roll up door and loading dock. This building is currently rented for $300.00 a month with an excellent rental history.

Building # (3) 5000 +/- SF, Gas heat, offices heated and cooled, high ceilings, bathroom w/separate shower, 2 roll up doors, loading dock, three phase power 6-800 amp.Lease for $1,500/month. Purchase for $150,000

Can Expand Our Build To Suit Fronts Floyd St. and Kiser St., approximately 2.79 acres of land zoned Industrial, Water/Sewer Sale $55,000

Exclusive Sales and Leasing Agent

FOR SHOWINGS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL

GEORGE HYDRICK AT SELLERS & BUYERS REALTY
704-867-8585 OR 704-460-2310

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Just Back From Vacation - Buy or Lease So I Can Go Back!

2008-07-11T14:20:00.001-04:00

Leasing Opportunities -Have A Business Location You Can Be Proud Of Now

4459 Posterity Court Helps Business Owners Cut Costs
Included in the base lease rate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.4459 Posterity Court potential occupancy in the Summer of 2008. For up to 16,500 SF dividable as (2) 50x60 or 3,000 SF units on the ends and the balance of 10,500 SF is leasable in 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.Further Details Available

Quick Way To Have Retail Space for Office Warehouse Rates
Includes All Utilities and No CAMERA. 831 South Church St. across from Movies at Franklin Square. AVAILABLE FOR LEASE - more details(2) 2,000 Sq Ft Retail Spaces $14 per Sq Ft Annual Basis.

Commercial Property For Sale - Get Rid of Rent Once and For All

Now You Can Have A Ready To Build Commercial Lot on Union Rd Gastonia - In Front of Howell Funeral Home
Approximately .6963 Acre Lot -. Lot is part of PUD which includes Funeral Home. Lot is level. Storm Water/Sewer /Water /Paving/ Sidewalk/Entry all currently in place. Zoning allows 51% office and 49% retail. Ready to Build. Sale $400,000.00

Little Known Kings Mountain Industrial Lot
Cleveland County Parcel #8851, Floyd St., approximately 2.79 acres of land zoned Industrial, Water/Sewer Sale $55,000

Who Needs Shop Space?
Cleveland County Parcel #13431, Kiser St., 5,000 sf metal building on approximately 1 acre. 800 amp 3 phase wiring on Water/Sewer, Sale $150,000

Get Help With The Payments
Cleveland County Parcel #71216, Cline St., has 2 buildings, 1 = 1,650 sf rented now for $300/mo, 1= 4,560 sf,loading docks, 800 amp 3-phase power both on approximately 1 acre. Water/Sewer Sale $145,000

Get Rid of Rent Once and For All, Be The Landlord
Cleveland County Parcels #8851, #13431 and #71216 - single sale of three buildings on 5 acres with room to build more buildings. 2007 Tax Value was approximately $322,000.00 Quick Close on All Three for $266,200.00

Another Secret Little Known Gem
3431 South New Hope Rd. #148891 almost to new Food Lion at Beatty Rd. (across from Car Wash) Lot of approximately 1.45 acres with C-3 Zoning. Price on Request

Interstate Exchange Property Available Before The Sale Signs Are Even Up
Lowell - North east Corner Exit 22 I-85 on same side of interchange as new Indian Motorcycle Dealership

Parcel A -#128 - 640,639,633,632,631,618 all 6 parcels 1.41 acres $750,000.00

Parcel B is #128 - 636, 637 ,638 all 3 parcels .42 aces for $225,000.00

Here Is How To SaveParcel A & B at the same time is $900,000.00

Who Else Wants On Exit 22 I-85 Lowell?
820 S Main St. Lowell - parcel #128625 .9 acres with 8,000 SF mtl bldg Price on Request

Golden Opportunity To Stop Rent And Let Others Help With The Payments On Retail Space!
831 South Church Street Lowell - 10,000 SF of Retail Space across from the Movies at Franklin Square. Brick Construction. Loading Dock, Loading Ramp. Time and Temperature Sign on I-85 with traffic count over 84,000.more details $1,200,000.00

Best Location In Gaston County. Master Planned 8 Acres Exit 22 I-85 Lowell NC Marketed for the partners in 22 at Lowell LLC by Clay Realty Advisors

ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Google Maps To Locate

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2008-06-24T11:57:00.002-04:00

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Phase II Storm Water From May Educational Seminar

2008-06-17T10:43:00.003-04:00

If you missed the Gaston County Soil and Erosion with Storm Water Workshop on May 29th you missed information on the new Development Paradigm from the Federal and State Agencies being pushed down to the local enforcement at the City and County level such as:

Single Lot Soil and Erosion Permitting Requirements
Comprehensive Plan Requirements for single lot development within a large plan of development (subdivision).
And of course the full S&E Plans with BMP’s etc… for large or multi-lot developments.
Bill Duiguid the #2 Man at Dept. of Water Quality in Raleigh, outlined The State required interpretation of Storm Water Rules (might not be what you think and not in a good way).
You must now control and treat upstream storm water on your property
For me, new circle of density concept removes impervious to pervious ratio for determing low and high density. Your best assumption is over 10,000 sf impervious area or the use of curb and gutter as mandated by many citities is high density.
Local Requirements for Submittal of Phase II Storm Water Permit Applications include Financial Responsibility Form, Plan, Maintenance Manual for BMP's, Draft of Deed Restrictions, and 125% of Cost Completion Bond for 24 months.
Local Requirements for Close Out include Recorded Deed Restrictions, Recorded Maintenance Easements, Maintenance Manual Recorded as Deed Restriction, As Built Drwgs Sealed by Design Engineer, Sealed Letter of Compliance Design Engineer, and Electronic formatted As Built Drwgs for archive.
Maintenance requirements include City of Gastonia Maintenance Bond, Annual Inspection by Certified Inspector with report filed with City or County, and repairs as required

One of my Engineers estimates a Storm Water Phase II submittal will cost $7,000.00 to $10,000.00 and the BMP to comply with the requirement to removed 85% of the solids in sstorm water for high density development will be about $40,000.00. This is storm water only and not soil and erosion.

This will change the economics of small free standing buildings for offices, shops and businesses.

FYI - YOU NEED BOTH A SOIL AND EROSION PERMIT AND A STORM WATER PERMIT TO BEGIN GRADING

Commercial Update

2008-05-27T13:53:00.002-04:00

LEASING

4459 Posterity Court - Included in the base lease rate Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.4459 Posterity Court potential occupancy in the Summer of 2008. For up to 16,500 SF dividable as (2) 50x60 or 3,000 SF units on the ends and the balance of 10,500 SF is leasable in 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.

831 South Church Street – Includes All Utilities and No CAMERA. 831 South Church St. across from Movies at Franklin Square. AVAILABLE FOR LEASE - (2) 2,000 Sq Ft Retail Spaces $14 per Sq Ft Annual Basis.

Commercial Property For Sale – May 27th 2008

In Front of Howell Funeral Home -Union Rd. Approximately .6963 Acre Lot -. Lot is part of PUD which includes Funeral Home. Lot is level. Storm Water/Sewer /Water /Paving/ Sidewalk/Entry all currently in place. Zoning allows 51% office and 49% retail. Ready to Build. Sale $400,000.00

Cleveland County Parcel #8851, Floyd St., approximately 2.79 acres of land zoned Industrial, Water/Sewer Sale $55,000

Cleveland County Parcel #13431, Kiser St., 5,000 sf metal building on approximately 1 acre. Water/Sewer, Sale $150,000

Cleveland County Parcel #71216, Cline St., has 2 buildings, 1 = 1,650 sf, 1= 4,560 sf, both on approximately 1 acre. Water/Sewer Sale $145,000

Cleveland County Parcels #8851, #13431 and #71216 – single sale $260,000.00

3431 South New Hope Rd. #148891 almost to new Food Lion at Beatty Rd. (across from Car Wash) Lot of approximately 1.45 acres with C-3 Zoning. Price on Request

DGMD Lowell - North east Corner Exit 22 I-85 Lowell

Parcel A -#128 - 640,639,633,632,631,618 all 6 parcels 1.41 acres $750,000.00

Parcel B is #128 - 636, 637 ,638 all 3 parcels .42 aces for $225,000.00

Parcel A & B at the same time is $900,000.00

820 S Main St. Lowell – parcel #128625 .9 acres with 8,000 SF mtl bldg Price on Request

831 South Church Street Lowell – 10,000 SF of Retail Space across from the Movies at Franklin Square. Brick Construction. Loading Dock, Loading Ramp. Time and Temperature Sign on I-85 with traffic count over 84,000. $1,200,000.00

ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

LEASING LOCATION - WALK-IN OR DESTINATION

2008-05-05T10:36:00.002-04:00

If you have a business that would substantially benefit from and market to "Walk-in" clients then you need Location! Location! Location! Like 831 South Church St.

"Destination" oriented business get their clients from marketing specific services or specific items. Clients look you up before coming to buy. This type of business does not need to spend the lease premium on location. They simply need a convenient not a landmark location like 2T Park at Stroupe Rd. just off South New Hope Rd.

In summary would people driving down a busy street see your business and be prompted to stop and buy? And are those sales enough to justify the lease premium?

WALK-IN LOCATION - LEASE - (2) 2,000 Sq Ft Retail Spaces $14 per Sq Ft Annual Basis. Includes All Utilities and No CAMERA. 831 South Church St. across from Movies at Franklin Square. Make offer on leasing or purchasing all 10,000 SF.

DESTINATION LEASE - 4459 Posterity Court just off South New Hope Rd for potential occupancy Summer of 2008. The base lease rate of $7.50 per sq foot per year includes Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Available will be (2) 50x60 or 3,000 SF units on the ends and the balance of 10,500 SF is leaseable in 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.

Offered By Broker/Owner

Commercial Leasing Opportunities

2008-04-22T11:44:00.002-04:00

Sucellus LLC is working on 4459 Posterity Court for potential occupancy in the Summer of 2008. Sucellus LLC is following the same policy as Taranis Properties who owns three buildings in the 2T Park of including in the base lease rate of $7.50 per sq foot per year Common Area Maintenance and Repair Assessment, Water, Sewer, Storm Water Fee, Dumpster and Property Tax. Tenant pays lease rate, Duke Power, Public Service, Phone/Internet and alarm if desired.

Available will be (2) 50x60 or 3,000 SF units on the ends and the balance of 10,500 SF is leaseable in 25x70 or 1,750 SF units or multiples of 25x70 or 1,750 SF. Custom Up Fit is available. Zoning is City of Gastonia highest commercial zone C-3. Flex Space Units can be small business office warehouse, light manufacturing, wholesale, or retail. They are also excellent for branch or satellite operations.

Do not delay. Taranis Properties built 12,000 SF at 4458 Posterity last year and it was pre-leased prior to completion.

LEASE - (2) 2,000 Sq Ft Retail Spaces $14 per Sq Ft Annual Basis. Includes All Utilities and No CAMERA. 831 South Church St. across from Movies at Franklin Square. Make offer on leasing or purchasing all 10,000 SF.

Commercial Property Update

2008-04-11T15:38:00.003-04:00

Commercial Property Price List – April 2008

In Front of Howell Funeral Home -Union Rd. Approximately .6963 Acre Lot -. Lot is part of PUD which includes Funeral Home. Lot is level. Storm Water/Sewer /Water /Paving/ Sidewalk/Entry all currently in place. Zoning allows 51% office and 49% retail. Ready to Build. Sale $400,000.00

Cleveland County Parcel #8851, Floyd St., approximately 2.79 acres of land zoned Industrial, Water/Sewer Sale $55,000

Cleveland County Parcel #13431, Kiser St., 5,000 sf metal building on approximately 1 acre. Water/Sewer, Sale $150,000

Cleveland County Parcel #71216, Cline St., has 2 buildings, 1 = 1,650 sf, 1= 4,560 sf, both on approximately 1 acre. Water/Sewer Sale $145,000

Cleveland County Parcels #8851, #13431 and #71216 – single sale $260,000.00

3431 South New Hope Rd. #148891 almost to new Food Lion at Beatty Rd. (across from Car Wash) Lot of approximately 1.45 acres with C-3 Zoning. Price on Request

22 Lowell -Current Marketing by Clay Realty Advisors 704-824-3311

DGMD Lowell - North east Corner Exit 22 I-85 Lowell

Parcel A -#128 - 640,639,633,632,631,618 all 6 parcels 1.41 acres $750,000.00

Parcel B is #128 - 636, 637 ,638 all 3 parcels .42 aces for $225,000.00

Parcel A & B at the same time is $900,000.00

820 S Main St. Lowell – parcel #128625 .9 acres with 8,000 SF mtl bldg Price on Request

SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

LEASING

4459 Posterity Court - Under Construction. 16,500 square feet of commercial zoned flex space. Base Annual Rate per Square Foot is $7.50 and includes water,sewer,storm water, dumpster, building property taxes and common area maintenance.

EXCITING ANNOUCEMENT IN THE WORKS

2008-04-07T11:10:00.002-04:00

EXCITING ANNOUCEMENT IN THE WORKS FOR 22 @ LOWELL PROPERTY

all prior mention, discussions and information concerning 22 @ LOWELL is now null and void. New information will be annouced.

Green Building & Developing

2008-04-04T10:20:00.002-04:00

Green Building is a term that even the various organizations and associations prompting the idea and providing various certification programs cannot agree on. What we try to do to be green across our construction and development companies is utilize some basic ideas.

Starting with Site Work. I was a member of the County Committee to bring local control to our Soil and Erosion Program. ICM has taken advantage of being certified a Clean Water Contractor. I was a member of the County Storm Water Phase II Committee. We try to stay educated and informed about environmental laws, rules and ordinances and we use that knowledge to not only stay in compliance but to protect our water quality.

Our designs and use of materials utilize common sense green principles. We design with R-19 insulated roofs and R-13 walls. Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical design includes high efficiency HVAC systems and bay lighting. Steel is a recycled and recyclable material. We utilize steel structural framing, metal roofing, steel studs, and steel doors. Concrete is another reusable material and we have slab on grade floors and sometimes block walls. Brick and Glass are other green materials we use.

You don't need a certification to be "green". You just work with green ideas in mind and use common sense.