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What is lease liabilities in accounting?
Lease liabilities are a cornerstone of modern financial reporting, representing a company’s obligation to make payments for leased assets over time. Accurate accounting of these liabilities is essential for transparency and compliance with financial …
How is CRE technology transforming commercial real estate?
The commercial real estate (CRE) sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation driven by technology. Innovative tools are revolutionising how businesses manage properties, engage tenants, and make strategic decisions. From lease automation to pred…
What are the key features of a visitor management system?
Managing visitors effectively is an integral part of modern facilities management. A visitor management system (VMS) simplifies the process, enhancing security, improving guest experience, and ensuring a professional first impression for your organis…
Best practices for office building investment analysis
Investing in office buildings can be a lucrative venture when approached with the right strategies and tools. Analysing these investments effectively requires a deep understanding of metrics, research processes, and risk management. For modern real e…
What is Fair Market Value (FMV) of commercial property?
Fair market value (FMV) is a key concept in commercial real estate, representing the price a property would fetch in a competitive and open market. It reflects the value agreed upon by a willing buyer and seller, both acting knowledgeably and without…
Mixed-use development: key benefits and challenges for property managers
Mixed-use developments are transforming urban landscapes, offering a combination of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces within a single property. These dynamic projects present unique opportunities for property managers but also come wit…
Office feature trends in 2024: A comparison of Global vs. APAC priorities
With workplaces evolving at a rapid pace, facilities management (FM) has emerged as a key enabler in transforming office spaces into hubs of productivity, well-being, and sustainability. A recent webinar featuring industry leaders Heinrich Serfontein…
What is finance lease accounting?
Finance lease accounting, refers to the method by which long-term lease agreements are recorded on the balance sheet. This approach requires the lessee to recognise both the asset and the corresponding lease liability, reflecting the ownership-like r…