We would like to offer this list of books on commercial real estate investing as a service to our clients. Even those who have had some previous success in real estate may appreciate these titles. After all, even the most successful entrepreneurs in America are constantly stretching themselves by continuously learning and reading.
The Best Commercial Real Estate Books For Investors
A savvy real estate investor will try to learn successful strategies from seasoned investors. Here are some of the best books on how to succeed in commercial real estate.
How To Succeed In Commercial Real Estate by John L. Bowman
While the name of this book may promise too much, “How to Succeed in Commercial Real Estate” is a great entry-level title to peruse if you are just getting started in commercial real estate investing. It gives a broad overview of essential subjects, such as commercial contracts, types of leases, and the industry’s vocabulary.
The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller with Dave Jenks and Jay Papasan
Written by Gary Keller, founder of Keller Williams, “The Millionaire Real Estate Investor encourages the reader to “think bigger” when it comes to real estate investing. You’ll learn how to create your own personal investment criteria and how to find the best team to help you achieve your commercial investing goals.
What Every Real Estate Investor Needs To Know About Cash Flow… And 36 Other Key Financial Measures by Frank Gallinelli
If you are a “numbers person” and are interested in the math behind the deal, this is the commercial real estate book for you. In “What Every Real Estate Investor Needs To Know About Cash Flow“, you’ll learn about discounted cash flow rates, net present values, cap rates, IRRs, and how to calculate your cash on cash returns.
The Real Estate Game: The Intelligent Guide To Decision Making And Investment by William J. Poorvu with Jeffrey L. Cruikshank
William Poorvu is a professor at Harvard Business School and uses “The Real Estate Game: The Intelligent Guide To Decision Making And Investment” to compare the real estate market to a game. At the same time, you’ll learn how property, capital markets, and the external environment all influence the investment real estate deal.
Long-Distance Real Estate Investing by David Greene
As the title suggests, in this book, commercial real estate investors are reminded that you might need to look outside your local area to find the right commercial and income properties for you. This book is a comprehensive guide full of actionable advice on how to identify real estate deals outside of your backyard.
Good to Great by Jim Collins
You’ve probably seen Good to Great on other “best books” lists. While this book isn’t explicitly targeted at commercial real estate investors, its key concepts certainly apply to CRE investors and anyone else wishing to learn how to build wealth.
Why Every Investor Should Read Commercial Real Estate Books
Knowledge is power. While we certainly hope these books help increase your industry knowledge, know that you are not alone. To learn more about commercial real estate investment trends and opportunities along the I-10 and I-35 corridors, contact Frontera Capital Partners at (512) 887 1357.
