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How to Form a Solid Joint Venture Agreement in Commercial Real Estate
A joint venture agreement defines the terms of your commercial real estate project from start to finish. Here's how to form a solid one.
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How to Finance Commercial Real Estate Deals Using JV Equity
Joint venture equity can help you close gaps in commercial real estate deals. Hear from the industry’s top experts on joint venture equity.
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The Latest Developments on 2 World Trade
More than 20 years after 9-11, 2 World Trade Center is still in progress. Read up on the latest developments.
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What Is a Leasehold Estate in Commercial Real Estate?
Leasehold estate is a commercial real estate term that describes a lease agreement in which a tenant has some property ownership rights.
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The 4 Types of Letters of Credit, and How They Work in CRE
Banks issue letters of credit when they are confident in a buyer’s legitimacy. The bank covers the amount as a partial payment or facility.
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How a Lower Leverage Ratio Could Help You Secure a Loan
Leverage ratios, like the debt-to-equity ratio, are used by lenders and commercial real estate investors to make smarter financing decisions.
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What is a Leveraged Buyout in Commercial Real Estate?
A leveraged buyout real estate transaction (LBO) is a deal that occurs when one company acquires another using a significant amount of debt.
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CRE Investing: How Long Do Manufactured Homes Last?
Manufactured homes have been around for over half a century, and they're a popular choice for home buyers. Are they a smart investment?
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How Does the Liquidity Coverage Ratio Play into CRE?
The liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) is used as a 30-day stress test to ensure banks are carrying an appropriate number of liquid assets.
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What Does Loan-to-Cost (LTC) Mean in Commercial Real Estate?
The loan-to-cost ratio (LTC) is a type of leverage ratio used by commercial real estate lenders. Learn how to calculate LTC here.
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Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio: Formula and CRE Benchmarks
What is LTV? Learn the loan-to-value formula, typical CRE benchmarks (60-80%), and how lenders use it to size your next financing.
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What is a Memorandum of Understanding in Commercial Real Estate?
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlines CRE deal terms before a binding contract. Learn what it includes and how it differs from an LOI.
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