{"id":2736,"date":"2026-10-14T07:56:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T07:56:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/sale-and-leaseback-in-switzerland-unlocking-capital-from-your-operating-property\/"},"modified":"2026-10-29T14:17:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T14:17:50","slug":"sale-and-leaseback-in-switzerland-unlocking-capital-from-your-operating-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/sale-and-leaseback-in-switzerland-unlocking-capital-from-your-operating-property\/","title":{"rendered":"Sale-Leaseback in Switzerland: Unlocking Capital from Your Owner-Occupied Property"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Sale and Leaseback in Switzerland: Unlocking Capital from Your Operating Property<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Free up capital, keep your location: how Swiss companies use a sale-leaseback to sell their owner-occupied property, lease it back long term and reinvest the capital in their core business.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>5 min read | October 2026 | Commercial and Investment Properties <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/zulfugar-karimov-WstzH0ZRmno-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" title=\"Commercial Property_Sale-Leaseback\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/zulfugar-karimov-WstzH0ZRmno-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/zulfugar-karimov-WstzH0ZRmno-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-2699\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\" id=\"kurz\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_0 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list--divi-font--h1caasa--default preset--group--divi-icon-list--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_0 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">A sale-leaseback is the sale of your owner-occupied property combined with a long-term leaseback, turning the property's value into capital for your company.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_1 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">Your operations continue unchanged; a long-term lease secures your location and makes occupancy costs predictable.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_2 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">The lease and the choice of investor shape the outcome as much as the price does.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_3 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">The key test: does the capital earn more in your core business than it does tied up in the property, where it is unavailable for operations, corporate financing or dividends?<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_4 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">With experienced real estate advisors at your side, you see your options clearly and find the solution that fits your strategy. <\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>A sale-leaseback transaction is a strategic decision you don't have to make alone. As part of our <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/transaction-bridgemer-ag\/#row_saleleaseback\">sale-leaseback advisory<\/a>, we show you what your property can achieve and whether this path fits your plans. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What is a Sale-Leaseback?<\/h2>\n<p>A sale-leaseback (also called a sale and leaseback) is a transaction in which a company sells a property it occupies and simultaneously leases it back on a long-term basis. The purchase agreement and the lease are negotiated as a package and signed on the same day; operationally, nothing changes. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Transaktionsschema-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent-scaled.png\" title=\"transactionscheme-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent\" width=\"2560\" height=\"792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Transaktionsschema-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Transaktionsschema-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent-1280x396.png 1280w, https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Transaktionsschema-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent-980x303.png 980w, https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Transaktionsschema-Sale-and-Leaseback-transparent-480x149.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-2688\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>What makes this transaction attractive:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_0 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Full Market Value Instead of a Loan-to-Value Ratio<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>A bank finances only part of the value; a sale realizes the full value, including any appreciation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_1 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Capital Without New Debt<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><span>Available for machinery, innovation, acquisitions or succession planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_2 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">A Stronger Balance Sheet<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><div class=\"blurb\">\n<p>More liquidity and greater independence from banks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_3 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Planning Certainty<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><div class=\"wide\">\n<div class=\"cards4\">\n<div class=\"blurb\">\n<p>A long-term lease with clearly defined rent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"content narrow\">\n<section><\/section>\n<\/article>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_4 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How We Support You<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>We determine the market value of your property, calculate how much capital a sale-leaseback would free up and compare it with alternatives such as refinancing, so you can decide with a clear picture.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>How Much Capital Is Freed Up? Example Based on a Market Value of CHF 15 Million <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"et_pb_counters_0 et_pb_counters et-waypoint et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-counters--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-counters--divi-font--hcmqm2n--default\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_counter_0 et_pb_counter preset--group--divi-counter--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-counter--divi-font--hcmqm2n--default\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_title\">Mortgage (example: 60% loan-to-value ratio)<\/span><span class=\"et_pb_counter_container\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount\" data-width=\"60%\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number_inner\">60%<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount overlay\" data-width=\"60%\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number_inner\">60%<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>With a 60% loan-to-value ratio, around <strong>CHF 9 million<\/strong> is freed up for you to use in your business.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_counter_1 et_pb_counter preset--group--divi-counter--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-counter--divi-font--hcmqm2n--default\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_title\">Sale-Leaseback (full market value)<\/span><span class=\"et_pb_counter_container\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount\" data-width=\"100%\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number_inner\">100%<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount overlay\" data-width=\"100%\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number\"><span class=\"et_pb_counter_amount_number_inner\">100%<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>With a sale-leaseback, you receive the full market value of <strong>CHF 15 million<\/strong> and can use it for investments in your core business, dividends and more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>How Do You Structure a Lease That Supports Your Growth?<\/h2>\n<p><span>The lease is the heart of every sale-leaseback. It determines how securely and flexibly you can operate for years to come. We carefully plan these points with our clients:  <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_1 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list--divi-font--h1caasa--default preset--group--divi-icon-list--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_5 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf133<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Term and Options. <\/b>A fixed initial term (often 10 to 20 years, as a guideline) with renewal options gives the investor security and gives you a long-term location.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_6 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf201<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Rent Adjustment. <\/b>Indexed or stepped rent makes costs predictable; caps or partial indexation can be agreed. <\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_7 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">I<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Cost Allocation. <\/b>Clear rules from the outset on who covers maintenance, insurance and capital replacements.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_8 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf4d8<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Room for Growth. <\/b>Expansion, fit-out and subletting rights keep your options open.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_9 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--heah654--default preset--group--divi-icon-list-item--divi-font--hcqrk4v--default\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf3ed<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\"><b>Registration in the Land Register. <\/b>Secures your use of the property even if ownership changes later.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_5 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How We Support You<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><span>We translate your business planning into contract terms, negotiate them with the investor and make sure the lease and the purchase price are aligned.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>How Do You Find the Right Investor?<\/h2>\n<p><span>The right investor is a long-term partner, not just a buyer. Pension funds, insurance companies, real estate funds and private investors have different priorities, whether in lease term, location, building type or sustainability. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_6 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Matching Investment Horizon<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>A horizon that matches your planned lease term. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_7 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Openness to Your Plans<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><span>In structuring the contract and in future expansions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_8 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Reliable Partner<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><div class=\"blurb\">\n<p>Professional and dependable for years to come.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>A structured process with several qualified investors creates healthy competition, on price as well as on lease terms.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_9 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How We Support You<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><span>We prepare your property for the market, approach suitable investors regionally, nationally and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/global-solutions\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">internationally<\/span><\/a>, <span>and guide you through the offers to the partner who fits you best.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">What Are the Benefits of a Sale-Leaseback for Your Company?<\/h2>\n<p data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Use capital for what moves your company forward, without taking on new debt or giving up your location.<span style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_10 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">New Machinery and Equipment<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Modernized production, automation, more capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_11 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Financial Strength<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Debt reduction and a liquidity reserve for uncertain times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_12 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Innovation<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Research and development, new products and processes, digitalization.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_13 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Succession<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Before a company sale, separating the real estate can increase overall value. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_22 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_8_24 et_flex_column_8_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_14 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Growth<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Acquisitions, entering new markets, opening additional locations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_15 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Stronger Balance Sheet<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>More liquid assets, fewer fixed assets: relevant for banks and other stakeholders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_15 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_23 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What are the risks of a Sale-Leaseback?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Giving Up Appreciation:<\/strong> future increases in the property's value go to the investor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Higher Running Costs<\/strong>: rent is usually higher than mortgage interest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Less Flexibility:<\/strong> an early exit is costly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintenance and Capex<\/strong>: under a triple-net lease, the tenant bears maintenance, insurance and capital replacements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tax Realization<\/strong>: hidden reserves are taxed all at once.: hidden reserves are taxed all at once.<\/li>\n<li><strong>End of Term<\/strong>: without renewal options, you negotiate from a weak position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">None of these risks is a deal-breaker; each can be negotiated in the lease before signing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_6 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_16 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_24 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 id=\"wie-l\u00e4uft-ein-sale-and-leaseback-ab-und-wie-begleiten-wir-sie\" data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">How We Work with You<\/h2>\n<p data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">A sale-leaseback is not an off-the-shelf product. What matters is that the purchase price and the lease align with your business goals. As real estate advisors, we guide you through the entire process, and your operations continue unchanged throughout.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_0 et_pb_timeline et_pb_module preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--h14wvdm--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--h1dmpen--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font-body--h4v67o4--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--hk5gecm--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font--hp5sdas--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default preset--group--divi-timeline--divi-font-body--h5h4dx1--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_track_wrapper\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_track\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_0 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">1.<\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Listen and Understand<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p>Your goals, plans and time horizon.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_1 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">2. <\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Assess<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p><span>Market value, appeal to investors, realistic combinations of price and rent.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_2 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">3.<\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Compare Options<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p><span>Sale-leaseback, refinancing or retaining ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_3 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">4.<\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Structure<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><p><span>Lease, coordinated with your accountants and attorneys.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_4 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">5.<\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Market and Negotiate<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><div class=\"box\">\n<p>Structured investor process, offers, negotiation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_timeline_item_5 et_pb_timeline_item et_pb_module et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1w2abv--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1yja8w--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font--h1jxdu7--default preset--group--divi-timeline-item--divi-font-body--hd4znbv--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_spacer\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_ornament\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_connector\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_marker\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_card\"><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_date\">6.<\/div><h2 class=\"et_pb_timeline_title\">Signing, and Beyond<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_timeline_content\"><div class=\"box\">\n<div id=\"view-v\">\n<div class=\"vtl\">\n<div class=\"it\">\n<div class=\"box\">\n<p>From due diligence to notarization, and in the years that follow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_17 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_25 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2 id=\"f\u00fcr-welches-unternehmen-eignet-sich-ein-sale-and-leaseback\" data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Which Companies Is a Sale-Leaseback Suited For?<\/h2>\n<p data-lfile-container=\"b549380b-9ed2-4b31-a556-1cbee9311bad\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Five questions offer an initial orientation. If you answer yes to three or more, it is worth having the option analyzed. We are happy to assess with you, without obligation, whether a sale-leaseback makes financial sense for your commercial or investment property.  <\/p>\n<ol><\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><div class=\"bm-check\">\n  <div class=\"bm-check__q\"><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"1\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Would the money tied up in your property be better invested in the business - for example, in machinery, growth or debt repayment?\nYes<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"0\" aria-pressed=\"false\">No<\/button><\/div>\n  <div class=\"bm-check__q\">Do you plan to use the location for at least another ten years?<button type=\"button\" data-v=\"1\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Yes<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"0\" aria-pressed=\"false\">No<\/button><\/div>\n  <div class=\"bm-check__q\">Are you planning a refinancing, major investment, acquisition or succession?\n<button type=\"button\" data-v=\"1\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Yes<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"0\" aria-pressed=\"false\">No<\/button><\/div>\n  <div class=\"bm-check__q\">Could the property also be leased to another tenant today?\n<button type=\"button\" data-v=\"1\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Yes<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"0\" aria-pressed=\"false\">No<\/button><\/div>\n  <div class=\"bm-check__q\">Can you imagine being a long-term tenant rather than an owner?\n<button type=\"button\" data-v=\"1\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Yes<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-v=\"0\" aria-pressed=\"false\">No<\/button><\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-check__score\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n    <div>\n      <b class=\"bm-check__n\">0 out of 5<\/b>\n      <span class=\"bm-check__dots\"><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><\/span>\n      <p class=\"bm-check__t\">Please answer the questions to get an initial assessment.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <a class=\"bm-check__btn\" href=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/contact\/\">Discuss the results<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\n.bm-check { --bm-navy:#263B81; 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}\n@media (max-width:600px) { .bm-check { padding:16px; } .bm-check__q { grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr); gap:8px; } }\n<\/style>\n\n<script>\n(function () {\n  document.querySelectorAll('.bm-check').forEach(function (box) {\n    if (box.dataset.ready) return; box.dataset.ready = '1';\n    var qs = box.querySelectorAll('.bm-check__q');\n    var n = box.querySelector('.bm-check__n'), t = box.querySelector('.bm-check__t');\n    var dots = box.querySelectorAll('.bm-check__dots i');\n    function update() {\n      var yes = 0, answered = 0;\n      qs.forEach(function (q) {\n        var on = q.querySelector('button[aria-pressed=\"true\"]');\n        if (on) { answered++; if (on.dataset.v === '1') yes++; }\n      });\n      n.textContent = yes + ' von ' + qs.length;\n      dots.forEach(function (d, i) { d.classList.toggle('is-on', i < yes); });\n      t.textContent = answered < qs.length\n        ? 'Beantworten Sie alle Fragen f\u00fcr eine erste Einsch\u00e4tzung.'\n        : (yes >= 3 ? 'Ein Sale-and-Leaseback lohnt sich n\u00e4her anzuschauen.'\n                    : 'Eher nicht priorit\u00e4r \u2013 andere Optionen k\u00f6nnten besser passen.');\n    }\n    box.addEventListener('click', function (e) {\n      var b = e.target.closest('.bm-check__yn button'); if (!b) return;\n      b.parentNode.querySelectorAll('button').forEach(function (x) { x.setAttribute('aria-pressed', x === b ? 'true' : 'false'); });\n      update();\n    });\n    update();\n  });\n})();\n<\/script><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_18 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_26 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Frequently asked questions about Sale-Leaseback<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Is the Difference Between (1) a Sale-Leaseback and (2) a Mortgage?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>A mortgage finances only part of the property's value and must be refinanced periodically. A sale-leaseback realizes the full market value and replaces interest and amortization with contractually fixed rent.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Can Companies Use the Freed-Up Capital For?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Typical uses include new machinery and equipment, automation, research and development, acquisitions, debt reduction or a liquidity reserve: investments in the core business rather than in the building.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Changes for Operations After the Sale?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Nothing. The company stays at its location with the same employees and equipment. A long-term lease secures its use of the property, even if ownership changes later.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How Long Is the Lease Term in a Sale-Leaseback?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>In Switzerland, fixed terms of 10 to 20 years are common, complemented by renewal options. However, the term is agreed between you and the buyer according to your needs. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How is the purchase price determined in a Sale-Leaseback?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>The purchase price is usually derived from the capitalized rent: annual rent divided by the investor's target yield. The company's creditworthiness and the lease term have a significant influence on the price. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can the Rent in a Sale-Leaseback Be Linked to Inflation?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Yes. For commercial premises, indexed rent based on the Swiss Consumer Price Index (CPI) is permitted if the lease runs for at least five years. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hm5q2bb--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1rap4w--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1l93ac--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h1ofg5v--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--hp5h6dj--default preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-font--h10j4yd--default preset--module--divi-accordion-item--default\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Which Properties Are Suited for a Sale-Leaseback?<\/h2><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Primarily production and logistics properties, headquarters and operational buildings<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_7 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_19 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_27 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-header--h1y3ko5--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--default preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--default preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What Does a Sale-Leaseback Mean for Your Company?<\/h2>\n<p>We assess with you, without obligation, whether and how this option makes financial sense for your commercial or investment property.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-font--h1vi52x--default_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--44j93p3scn_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_bg_layout_light_phone et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-font--h1vi52x--default preset--module--divi-button--44j93p3scn\" href=\"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/contact\/\" data-icon=\"=\">Discuss without obligation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Free up capital, keep your location: how Swiss companies use a sale-leaseback to sell their owner-occupied property, lease it back long term and reinvest the capital in their core business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2737,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_cacherocket_do_not_cache":false},"categories":[36,42,38],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2736","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guides","category-guides_investing","category-guides_selling"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2736","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2736"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2736\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2897,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2736\/revisions\/2897"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2737"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2736"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2736"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bridgemer.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2736"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}