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RESEARCH STRATEGIES
A clear research brief begins with the investor's own objectives and boundaries. JBI uses those stated criteria to focus property and ownership research. We do not select an investment strategy, determine suitability or recommend that an investor acquire a particular property.
A useful starting brief identifies property categories, geographic areas, an investor-defined acquisition range and relevant timing. It should also state what falls outside the scope. A broad interest in commercial real estate gives less direction than a clear description of the assets and markets the investor is prepared to discuss.
The details should come from the investor, supported by their own professional advice where needed. JBI can ask clarifying questions so the research scope is understandable. We do not prescribe financial objectives, acceptable risk, financing arrangements or the allocation of an investor's resources.
A requirement determines whether a property belongs in the research scope at all. A preference may be something the investor is willing to discuss. Distinguishing the two helps avoid an introduction based on a superficial match that misses a decisive condition.
For example, an investor might describe a fixed geographic boundary while remaining open to several types of service retail. Another may define a particular property category and allow a broader geography. JBI records the distinction as stated rather than deciding which trade-offs the investor ought to accept.
Available research may identify a property that appears consistent with part of the brief. That is a reason for further inquiry, not confirmation that every criterion is satisfied. Ownership, availability and property-specific information may still require clarification through an appropriate contact.
We distinguish details supported by the research from those described by a party and those that remain unconfirmed. An apparent fit should not be presented as completed due diligence. Investors and their chosen professionals are responsible for reviewing the facts, documents and risks relevant to any decision.
Criteria can become less relevant when an investor's timing or priorities change. Before a potential introduction, it is useful to confirm that the stated scope still reflects current interests and to identify who should participate in the conversation. An older expression of interest should not be treated as an ongoing commitment to acquire.
With that context, JBI can facilitate a discussion with an appropriate transaction professional when interests align. The introduction does not establish purchasing capacity, constitute an offer or authorize anyone to negotiate for the investor. Please share a concise research brief through the contact page rather than confidential financial records.
You can describe the boundaries you have decided and identify what remains open. JBI can explain how that affects the research scope, but choosing an investment market remains your decision with your own advisers.
No. Criteria guide research; they do not guarantee availability, an introduction or a transaction. JBI does not assess investment suitability or recommend the purchase of a property.
Provide the revised scope and clarify which earlier preferences no longer apply. Changes in geography, property category or timing can materially change which conversations are relevant to you.
For general information. JBI provides research, origination and introductions; it does not provide brokerage, valuation, legal, tax or investment advice. Scope & disclosures
Share a property opportunity or your acquisition criteria.