StoryBuilt: Receivership & Abandoned Projects
Beck-Reit aims to delve into the unraveling saga of StoryBuilt, exploring the company's rise, fall, legal battles, and the implications for the communities it has under construction. With over 14 of the projects underway we can expect the impact to be felt and there will be many that benefit from the opportunity. But not thier customers they made promises to in an Austin Business Journal Article in 2022 “We then saw the opportunities to expand beyond just acquisition and development and homebuilding and make sure we were managing our customers and properties for life.”
East Austin is Makin' News & We Love Talkin' About it!
Just as people started gearing up for times reminiscent of a pre-pandemic world folks were stunned by the economic swing that has some holding on for dear life, literally, while others are watching for the uptick to take a leap into opportunities and increase their fortunes. We at Beck-Reit thought it would be helpful to compile some noteworthy East Austin news for our community of small businesses, owners, and investors. So, here’s what’s been happening in our neck of the woods!
Retail Space in Austin - Low Retail Vacancy & High Demand
Times are surely changing and there’s no place like Austin for retail. Driving across America, you may likely find some vacant retail strips or ghost towns with empty stores but definitely not in Austin! Austin is just the opposite of a typical US city, with a surprisingly lower retail vacancy since 2020. The capital of Texas now has the lowest retail vacancy rate for any city in the State of Texas and is also one of the lowest in the country. Competition is fierce in major Retail Areas such as the Domain and other trendy shopping streets like South Congress, 2nd street Downtown, Burnet Rd, and East Austin. Properties command high rent and spaces have multiple businesses looking at each sight and competing with each other to be selected by the Landlord.
DeLea Becker | Economic and Community Improvement 2023 Award
🎉 Excited and Honored to Win the "Queen of East Austin” Award! 🎉
I'm absolutely thrilled to share that I've been selected as the recipient of the Economic and Community Improvement 2023 Award by CREW Austin. This award holds a special place in my heart as it recognizes the incredible journey I've had in East Austin over the past 23 years.
New East Austin Development 2023- Beck-Reit with DC+A , Swinerton and FORT Structures
DeLea Becker and Mark Vornberg met for the first time in 2017 for lunch at an old-school dinner in East Austin - Chu-Mikals. Excited to announce our first Partnership in a Commercial Real Estate Development together. 2422 East 7th - 50,000 SF Office and Retail Building in their beloved neighborhood - East Austin
The Texas Triangle Podcast Ep. 14: Office Leasing + Pickelball
Welcome to an exhilarating episode of The Texas Triangle, where we dive deep into the ever-evolving world of office spaces. Join our hosts as they explore innovative design concepts, community-building strategies, and the surprising connection between commercial real estate and the trendy sport of pickleball. Get ready for a journey that fuses work, creativity, and boundless possibilities!
Experience Austin Nostalgia at Sign Bar: A Unique Venue Showcasing Iconic Signs
Step into Sign Bar, the latest addition to East Austin's nightlife scene, and embark on a nostalgic journey through the city's rich history.
Tripe Net (NNN) Rent Explained
What is triple net rent or N-N-N? Triple net rent, or N-N-N rent, is a type of commercial lease agreement where the tenant is responsible for paying all the operating expenses of the property in addition to the Base Rent. The operating expenses include property taxes, insurance premiums, and maintenance fees. This means that the tenant is responsible for all the costs associated with the property’s operation and upkeep, and the landlord is only responsible for the structural components of the building. Triple net rent agreements are commonly used in commercial real estate leasing situations where landlords want to pass the property’s expenses on to tenants without having to manage those expenses themselves.
The Texas Triangle Podcast Ep. 1 : Dr. Lloyd Potter
The Texas Triangle Podcast had the honor of gaining insight from esteemed Dr. Lloyd Potter, Texas State demographer for their debut episode. Dr. Lloyd Potter was appointed State Demographer on June 4, 2010. Dr. Potter holds a Ph.D. in Demography and Sociology from The University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Public Health Degree from Emory University, a Master of Science in Education from the University of Houston at Clear Lake, and a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University.
Celebrate MLK Day the Austin Way!
Once again, the Austin Area Heritage Council has organized the annual Martin Luther King Day Celebration and activities. The Annual Community March is a celebration of Dr. King and his legacy while promoting the importance of multiculturalism and diversity within Austin. This year’s celebration includes the march, the community festival, and a food drive.
Austin Women Trailblazers
Bisnow is honoring Austin’s most influential trailblazers - Top-level women executives and industry powerhouses who influence the way commercial real estate is done in ATX. Read the article full of quotes by our Founder DeLea Becker : “Building The Plane While Flying It”: Women In Austin CRE Are Soaring
A Look Back in Time | 6 months into 2022
See Below for an Overview of the last 6-months at Beck-Reit Commercial Real Estate, and Scroll to the Bottom for DeLea’s Notes and Takeaways from Rednews' Recent AUSTIN RETAIL FORECAST PANEL
1031 - Protect The Gain | SOLD: 2426 Webberville
Any good Commercial Real Estate investor plans on their investment properties appreciating in value. But when the time comes to sell, owners are staring down the barrel of a 20% capital gains tax (+ depreciation recapture). A 1031 Exchange is the savvy investor's answer. By moving sale proceeds into a "like-kind" property, investors can avoid their capital gains tax incidence and #protectthegain. The process is time-sensitive, which becomes all the more pressing in hot markets like East Austin. Luckily at Beck-Reit Commercial we are experienced 1031 experts, having used the process time and again throughout our investment career to compound our investment success. We know just how quickly time can fly in these transactions.