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Start Smart in 2025: Best Entry Points Into Commercial Real Estate!
- naorbiringer
- Jul 18
- 4 min read
Updated: Aug 7
Why More Residential Investors Are Expanding Their Portfolios—And How You Can, Too
The Shift is Happening—Are You Paying Attention?
The residential real estate market is familiar ground for many—but 2025 is proving to be the year that more investors are leveling up into commercial.
And not just any commercial.
We're talking about asset classes that are scalable, cash-flow rich, tax-friendly, and growing even in uncertain markets.
Yet despite the growth and buzz, one question remains constant:
“Where do I start in commercial real estate—and how do I make the smartest first move?”
This guide answers that and more. We’ll break down the top entry points, show you why smart investors are pivoting right now, and explain how you can start with B Tree Investments Group—with hands-on support, vetted deals, and expert guidance led by Naor Biringer.
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Why More Investors Are Choosing Commercial Over Residential?
Advantage | Residential | Commercial Real Estate |
Average Lease Term | 12 months | 3–10 years |
Tenant Responsibility | Landlord-heavy | Often triple-net (NNN) |
Emotional Factors | High | Low – all numbers-driven |
Value Based On | Comps | NOI (Net Operating Income) |
Exit Strategy Options | Limited | Multiple (sell, refinance, hold) |
Depreciation Bonus (2025) | Limited | Significant (esp. cost segregation) |
Takeaway: Commercial real estate in 2025 offers higher returns, less management, and greater tax advantages.
B Tree Insight:
“Our clients are not just making higher returns—they're building equity and freedom with commercial assets that don’t require chasing tenants or fixing toilets.”— Naor Biringer, B Tree Investments Group
Top Entry Points into Commercial Real Estate
1. Land Investing & Development (Your Low-Cost, High-Strategy Launchpad)
Still one of the most underrated asset classes—raw land has exploded in value in 2025, especially across Texas and Florida.
Why it works:
Low acquisition cost, low competition
No structures = fewer headaches
Exit flexibility: subdivide, flip, lease, rezone, or develop
Highly tax-efficient
Where we're active:
DFW rural edge counties (Fannin, Hunt, Kaufman)
Hill Country escape zones near Austin/San Antonio
Lakeside and resort-adjacent acreage near Lake Texoma and Lake Livingston
B Tree Edge: We help clients identify utility-ready parcels, subdivide them, and even partner on developments like RV parks or retreats—without them needing to lift a finger.
2. Self-Storage Facilities (America’s Favorite Recession-Proof Asset)
You don’t need a giant REIT to win in this space. The suburban and exurban storage boom continues, driven by:
Downsizing families
Home-based businesses
Relocating professionals and remote workers
Why investors love it:
Consistent occupancy (70–95%)
Minimal tenant drama
High automation potential = passive cash flow
Great for bonus depreciation in year one
Entry ideas:
Convert old warehouses or strip centers
Build new in underserved towns
Passive syndications with operators like B Tree
3. RV Parks & Cabin Retreats (Hospitality + Real Estate + Lifestyle)
The travel market has changed forever—and RV parks and cabins are the new short-term rental darlings.
In 2025:
Remote workers are road-tripping year-round
Families are seeking nature escapes over hotel rooms
Group rentals for retreats and events are in high demand
Multiple Income Streams:
Nightly and long-term pad rentals
Event hosting (weddings, retreats)
Add-ons: firewood, experiences, equipment rentals
Average ROI in B Tree’s Texas RV deals: 14–19% annually, with full ownership or JV options.
4. Small Retail/Service Centers (Post-COVID Local Business Boom)
Strip centers are back—but not the big-box kind. Local service retail is thriving in the suburbs and exurbs.
Think:
Nail salons
Coffee shops
Clinics
Fitness & wellness boutiques
With NNN leases (tenant pays taxes, insurance, maintenance), these can be set-it-and-forget-it investments.
B Tree Strategy: We help clients buy fully occupied service plazas with long-term leases—and reposition empty ones with anchor tenants.
5. Boutique Storage & Specialty Use (Micro-Warehousing, Contractor Bays, etc.)
This niche is exploding: small business owners need storage + workspace, and industrial flex units are in demand.
Bays for:
Contractors
Amazon sellers
Boat/RV storage
Hobbyists and car collectors
These can be:
Built on land parcels
Rented by the month or year
Automated with keypad entry, security, and minimal staffing
Investor advantage: Lower build-out costs than large industrial, with premium rent per sq. ft..
Bonus Opportunity: Mixed-Use & Flex Spaces
As urban migration patterns shift, mixed-use retail strips and flex warehouses are thriving.
Strip centers in suburban zones now attract coffee shops, wellness studios, boutique gyms, and remote-worker-friendly lounges. Meanwhile, flex spaces (small warehouses with office) are in high demand due to small e-commerce sellers and last-mile delivery firms.
These asset types require higher capital upfront but offer:
Strong tenant demand
Multiple income streams
Long leases with business tenants
Great for: Experienced investors, operators, local business owners.
Who Is This For?
If you’re any of the following, you’re primed for commercial entry:
✅ A residential investor ready to scale
✅ A busy professional seeking passive returns
✅ A Realtor® wanting to bring new value to clients
✅ An out-of-state investor looking for boots-on-the-ground support
Whether you're investing $50K or $5M, you don’t need to go it alone.
What Most People Get Wrong (And How to Avoid It)
Even seasoned investors hesitate with commercial because of:
“It’s too complex.”
Truth: With the right operator or partner, it’s often simpler than managing tenants and toilets.
“I don’t have the capital.”
Truth: B Tree offers co-investment and syndication options starting under $50K.
“I don’t know where to find deals.”
Truth: You don't need to—we source and structure everything, from underwriting to exit.
Inside B Tree’s Approach
We’re not just brokers. We’re long-term partners.
Our team, led by Naor Biringer, is boots-on-the-ground in Texas and beyond—scouting land, converting properties, and managing everything from design to operations.
Here’s what you get working with us:
Service | What It Means for You |
Location-First Site Sourcing | Only in high-growth, high-demand markets |
Deep-Dive Due Diligence | No surprises—just smart deals |
Investor Reporting | Monthly ROI dashboards + deal insights |
Turnkey Development | You invest. We execute. |
Ongoing Partnership | From first deal to future portfolio |
Final Thoughts: Don’t Just Watch—Win
Commercial real estate isn’t just for the big leagues anymore. It’s for anyone with the right mindset, the right support—and the right partner.
At B Tree, we exist to bridge that gap—turning first-time investors into seasoned strategists, and turning overlooked properties into top-performing assets.
Ready to Talk Strategy?
Whether you're just exploring, have questions, or you're ready to build something great—we’re here.
Connect directly with Naor Biringer
Call/Text: (214) 551-6282
Visit: btreeinv.com📍
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