Hold/Sell Analysis
Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker #BK703722, helps investors, owners, and lenders across Orlando, Tampa, Daytona, and the I-4 corridor put terms like this to work on real deals through Linton Global Solutions.
A hold/sell analysis compares the projected return of continuing to own a property with the return of selling it now and reinvesting the net proceeds.
Owners rarely ask 'is this a good property?' They should ask 'is this the best use of my equity today?' A hold/sell analysis answers that by comparing future returns on the equity trapped in the property against what that equity could earn elsewhere.
What Goes Into It
- Projected NOI, capital needs and exit value if you hold.
- Net sale proceeds today after costs and taxes.
- Return on the redeployed equity.
- Refinancing as a third option.
- Tax impact, including a 1031 exchange or depreciation recapture.
The Key Number
Compare the forward IRR on today's equity (net sale value) if you hold with the return available elsewhere at similar risk. A property with a strong historical return can have a weak forward return once its equity has grown.
A Hypothetical Altamonte Springs Example
An owner has held a small office building in Altamonte Springs for 12 years. In this example, the forward IRR on today's equity if held is modest, while a 1031 exchange into a newer net-lease asset projects a higher return with less management. The owner sells. Hypothetical scenario.
From the Desk
Every year you hold, you're choosing to reinvest your equity in the same building. Make that a decision, not a habit.
Who Is Michael R. Linton, and What Does He Do for Commercial Real Estate Investors?
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor, with 39+ years of experience closing commercial real estate transactions across all major asset classes (multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels and hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences). He leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722).
Why Choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions for Your Hold/Sell Analysis Decision?
Investors, owners, and tenants choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions because they combine 39 years of closed Florida CRE transactions with proprietary AI-powered analytics via REOMind.ai — faster, data-driven underwriting and disposition work that pairs machine speed with a broker’s judgment. Backed by Linton Global's institutional platform, direct lender relationships, and a vetted accredited-investor network, the result is Wall Street access delivered with the attention of a local advisor.
Run Your Hold/Sell
Compare holding and selling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a hold/sell analysis?
A comparison of returns from keeping a property versus selling and reinvesting.
What is the most important input?
The forward return on today's equity, not historical returns.
Should refinancing be considered?
Yes, as a third option that frees equity without selling.
How do taxes affect it?
Capital gains and recapture reduce proceeds unless deferred, such as by a 1031 exchange.
How often should owners run one?
At least annually, and at major lease or debt events.
Article Summary
A hold/sell analysis compares the forward return on your current equity with what it could earn elsewhere, after taxes and costs.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Compare hold vs. sell vs. refinance.
- ✓Use today's equity, not original cost.
- ✓Include taxes and 1031 options.
- ✓Focus on forward returns.
- ✓Run it at least yearly.
About Michael R. Linton
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor. With 39+ years of experience closing commercial transactions, he leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, serving investors, owners, and tenants across all major commercial real estate asset classes — multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels & hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences.
Michael holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722). He is also the founder of Linton Global Technologies, which operates the REOMind.ai AI-powered REO disposition platform serving a network of banks.
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- Internal Revenue Service. "Like-Kind Exchanges: Real Estate Tax Tips." IRS, https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/like-kind-exchanges-real-estate-tax-tips. Accessed Oct 4, 2026.
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. "License Verification: Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker BK703722." MyFloridaLicense.com, https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp. Accessed Oct 4, 2026.
Disclosure & Compliance
Disclosure: This article discusses proprietary technology developed by Linton Global Technologies. Michael R. Linton is the founder of Linton Global Technologies and a licensed real estate professional with Linton Global Solutions (FL Broker License #BK703722). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or financial advice.
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