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Unwinding the Mystery of Interest Rate Swaps for CRE Loans
Unwinding the Mystery of Interest Rate Swaps for CRE Loans
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What Is Value-Added Tax (VAT) in Commercial Real Estate?
Any time goods and services are rendered, the IRS requires a value added tax (VaT). The value-added tax affects Commercial RE investors.
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Understanding Value Chain in Commercial Real Estate
In CRE, a value chain is a business model that includes all parties responsible for bringing a CRE asset from idea to reality.
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Different Types of Variable Costs in Commercial Real Estate
Variable costs are expenses that change based on how much a business produces or sells. In many cases, these are related to production.
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How to Approach Vertical Construction Commercial Real Estate
Vertical construction describes buildings and towers, like multifamily apartments and office buildings. Here’s everything you need to know.
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How Does the Weighted Average Cost of Capital Impact Your CRE Investments?
The weighted average cost of capital is a ratio that determines the cost of assets by comparing the equity and debt structure of an organization.
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What Does a Commercial Real Estate Lawyer Do?
What does a commercial real estate lawyer do? You may need to hire an attorney for your CRE deal. Learn how and when to hire one here.
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What is a Co-GP Investor?
Wondering what a co-GP investor is? Commercial real estate professional Jonathan Livi shares his thoughts on the value of co-sponsors.
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Is a Sale-Leaseback the Right Choice for Your Business?
What is a sale-leaseback in commercial real estate? It’s common! Here’s everything you need to know about sale-leaseback transactions.
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What is a Short Sale in Commercial Real Estate?
Wondering what is a short sale in commercial real estate? If you’re underwater, you can recoup part of your investment with a short sale.
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What Zoning Is Required for an RV Park?
RV parks usually need commercial or agricultural zoning plus a conditional use permit. See zoning types, permit steps, and how to vet land before buying.
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When to Take Out a Condo Inventory Loan
A condo inventory loan is used to pay of maturing construction loans. Learn when, why and how to take out a condo inventory loan here.
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