ISO Houston, TX real estate mentor. Looking to buy either land or property to expand a small business.
Hi, I’m looking to invest in either land or a property for an existing small business. My constraints are time, money, and space (haha) 

I have several options I’m considering, but as I’ve never made this sort of investment, I get the impression that I’m missing a lot of vital information to make the best decision. I was working with a real estate agent, but I didn’t feel like he was looking out for my best interest. If anyone can help, feel free to comment or dm. Thanks!
[{"id": "i5lfpy1", "text": "Why wouldn't you find an agent that is looking out for your best interests? It has been my experience, that when people say that, they are generally grumpy that the market isn't ready for their entrance into it. They don't want to hear the truth about the market that they are trying to buy in. Not always true, but often enough.", "replies": [{"id": "i5mcewk", "text": "I say this because he has only found things outside of my budget, and isn\u2019t really giving his opinions/advice or insights.. such as \u201cnow is not a good time\u201d or \u201cyou need a different location\u201d or \u201cwhy don\u2019t we approach this differently, take another route\u201d etc. \n\nI get the feeling that we\u2019re simply a transaction for him.", "replies": [{"id": "i5rnn1l", "text": "If your current agent isn't doing it for you, find another one. \n\nYou are the expert in your area of business. Your agent should be the expert in their field and provide their knowledge, insight, and advice in a way that makes the best use of your time. That is how we as brokers should be conducting our business. You shouldn't ever feel like \"simply a transaction.\"\n\nI'm a CRE Broker in Austin. I used to own coffee shops, grew the business from one location to 3 plus a coffee roasting plant. Now that I'm on the real estate side, I use my past experience to do what is best for the client, not just for my bank account.\n\nWhen I work with clients in your position, I make an effort to understand my client's business, and how the real estate portion is just one of the many pieces of the puzzle. I've talked clients out of buying (even though it cost me a commission at the time) because it just didn't look right and would have left their business is a tough position. I've seen it happen too many times where agents/brokers put their commission ahead of their client's interest, and it almost never ends well for anybody.\n\nAn old broker I was close friends with always used to say, \"A high tide floats all boats.\" Find a broker who knows their stuff, who understand you, your business, your needs, and your short/long-term goals and how their expertise can help you make the most informed decision on the real estate piece of the puzzle.", "replies": [], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i5lzksm", "text": "Are you investing for income or investing in your business? You don\u2019t need a CRE mentor for one transaction. \n\nYou just need a broker (or if your price point is too low) get a business coach who has bought RE for his business. \n\nI\u2019m in Dallas but Houston should be easy for OO. There\u2019s tons of vacant stuff", "replies": [{"id": "i5mb531", "text": "I think you might be right about the business coach part. Do you think there is a good way to find the right fit? Where could I start my search?\n\nAlso, what is OO?", "replies": [{"id": "i5mbakt", "text": "Owner occupied.", "replies": [], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}, {"id": "i5mwdog", "text": "I am in the same boat, maybe we can start a group chat?\n\nI am on the tenant side looking to expand", "replies": [], "depth": 1}]