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Understanding Assets Under Management in Commercial Real Estate
The total market value of investments being managed is called assets under management (AUM) and can be calculated in different ways.
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Why a Balance Sheet is Important in Commercial Real Estate
A balance sheet is a financial statement that includes a company’s assets and liabilities, as well as the shareholders’ equity.
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10 Best Cities For Commercial Real Estate Investment
Which 10 cities have the best commercial real estate markets in 2022? These hot spots are the best places to develop your next project.
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What is Beta in Commercial Real Estate Finance?
Beta measures the systematic risk (also known as volatility or market risk) of a portfolio or asset when compared to the whole market.
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What Is the Break-Even Ratio and How Does it Impact My CRE Investments?
The break-even ratio compares your property's income to its expenses. This lets you know how much income you can lose and still break even.
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Is a Build-to-Suit Lease Right for You?
A build-to-suit (BTS) development is built to the specifications of the tenant. Built-to-suit projects are common for large retail chains.
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How do senior lenders view C-PACE financing?
C-PACE is a type of financing that can be used to finance energy efficiency improvement projects on commercial buildings.
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What Is C1 Zoning in Commercial Real Estate?
C1 zoning is a commercial zoning code that generally describes neighborhood commercial districts. Learn how to work with C1 zoning here.
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What is C2 Zoning in NYC Commercial Real Estate?
C2 zoning includes general commercial use and regulates buildings. The specifics of C2 zoning varies by city. We use NYC as an example here.
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Capital Asset Pricing Model: Calculating Risk for Commercial Real Estate
The Capital Asset Pricing Model is used to assess risk versus expected return and how valuable a property will be.
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What Are Capital Calls in Commercial Real Estate?
When an investor buys into a private equity fund and the investment firm demands the promised cash, that is a capital call. Learn more here.
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The Basics of CapEx in Real Estate
CapEx real estate refers to capital expenditures that must be accounted for. Capital expenditures are usually large expenses that add value.
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