USLand Blog

Expert insights on commercial real estate investing, market trends, and strategies

Skeptical Analysis10 min

The Office Market Is Dead (But Not for the Reasons You Think)

Everyone blames remote work for killing office real estate. Plot twist: office was already dying—slowly, from terrible design, suburban sprawl, and buildings that nobody wanted to be in. COVID just pulled the plug.

Ellis ReedFeb 5, 2025
Skeptical Analysis11 min

1031 Exchanges: The Tax Loophole "They" Keep Trying to Kill

The government HATES that you can avoid taxes indefinitely through 1031 exchanges. Every few years they try to cap or kill it. Here's how to use it before they finally succeed.

Ellis ReedFeb 3, 2025
Skeptical Analysis9 min

Cap Rates Are a Lie (And Everyone Knows It)

They tell you cap rates are the holy grail of real estate investing. Plot twist: they're manipulated garbage that tells you almost nothing about actual returns. Here's what they don't want you to know.

Ellis ReedFeb 1, 2025
Market Trends14 min

The Future of Office Real Estate: Adapt or Die

Office real estate faces its biggest crisis in decades. Learn which office properties will survive, how to identify value in distress, and alternative strategies like office-to-residential conversions.

Ellis ReedJan 29, 2025
Investment Strategy16 min

Multifamily Investing: From House Hacking to Apartment Syndication

Start with a duplex, scale to small multifamily, and eventually participate in large syndications. Learn the complete progression path, financing options, management strategies, and market selection for multifamily success.

Ellis ReedJan 28, 2025
Investment Strategy14 min

Triple Net (NNN) Leases Explained: The Ultimate Guide for Investors

Triple net leases shift all operating expenses to tenants, creating passive income streams. Learn how NNN investments work, typical returns, tenant credit analysis, and whether this strategy fits your portfolio.

Ellis ReedJan 27, 2025
Investment Strategy18 min

Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence Checklist

A comprehensive due diligence checklist covering financial analysis, property inspection, legal review, and environmental assessment. Learn what to look for before you buy commercial property.

Ellis ReedJan 25, 2025
Tax Strategy15 min

The Complete Guide to 1031 Exchanges

Master the 1031 exchange strategy to defer taxes on commercial real estate sales. Learn the rules, timelines, property types, and advanced strategies to maximize your investment returns.

Ellis ReedJan 22, 2025
Market Trends12 min

Industrial Real Estate: The Rise of Logistics and Warehousing

E-commerce growth has transformed industrial real estate into a must-have asset class. Discover the driving forces, investment opportunities, and key markets for logistics and warehouse properties in 2025.

Ellis ReedJan 20, 2025
Interest Rates10 min

How Rising Interest Rates Impact Commercial Real Estate

Interest rates and commercial real estate values have an inverse relationship. Learn how Fed rate hikes affect cap rates, property valuations, deal volume, and what investors should watch in 2025.

Ellis ReedJan 15, 2025
Investing8 min

Understanding Cap Rates in Commercial Real Estate

Learn what cap rates are, how to calculate them, and why they are crucial for evaluating commercial real estate investments. Discover the factors that influence cap rates across different property types and markets.

Ellis ReedJan 10, 2025