Commercial properties offer a regular stream of income through the use of leases. Most commercial property leases at a higher rate than residential property, keeps the tenants for a longer period of time, and has fewer vacancies. This means your income stream will likely produce higher than stock yields.

Historically, commercial real estate appreciates faster than other investments. This is especially true if you have the ability to make improvements in a cost-effective manner. As you do so, you can then make your investment more appealing, increasing the appreciation of your asset.

Although this factor is not easily turned into hard numbers, there is something very satisfying about owning something of value. With commercial property, you can see how your property affects your community and moves along the economy. This feeling is like none other.