FTI Experts' Hub: To Buy or to Lease? That Is the Question

With property valuations at historic lows, buying office or retail space instead of leasing it might make a lot of sense today. But there are lots of caveats to it. Shifting from owner to occupier has many implications and requires a different skillset than managing a portfolio of leased real estate. However, a long-term commitment to a specific location—probably a company headquarter or a flagship store—is a good enough reason for a tenant to purchase the space. Nevertheless, there are risks and concerns. Hear all about them in this FTI Experts’ Hub episode with Jahn Brodwin, senior managing director & co-leader of the Real Estate Solutions practice at FTI Consulting, and Rob Raymond, who serves as managing director in the Real Estate Advisory group within the Real Estate Solutions practice.