Investment

WALT (Weighted Average Lease Term)

Weighted average remaining lease term.

WALT represents the weighted average remaining term of all leases in a property or portfolio. A higher WALT reduces vacancy risk and generally increases the investment value.

Frequently asked questions about WALT (Weighted Average Lease Term)

What does WALT (Weighted Average Lease Term) mean?

Weighted average remaining lease term.

How does WALT (Weighted Average Lease Term) work in commercial real estate?

WALT represents the weighted average remaining term of all leases in a property or portfolio. A higher WALT reduces vacancy risk and generally increases the investment value.

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Buyer focused on rental returns.

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