Understanding UBTI in Real Estate Investments The real estate market in many parts of the country continues to be very strong. This is encouraging many individuals to consider it as an alternative to
Gross vs Net: Understanding Different Types of Leases Fundamentally, real estate owners and investors are in the business of generating cash flow from the users of a space, and leases are the legal
Understanding Real Estate Private Equity Structures: Cash Flow Splits vs. True Promotes Waterfall structures in commercial real estate private equity deals can be complex. One element of a deal that can further complicate them is the
Why CRE Investment Holding Periods are a Moving Target A commercial real estate holding period begins on the date the newly acquired asset closes and runs until the date the asset is sold. Investors who
Adding Value to Commercial Real Estate Assets In this article, we explain how commercial real estate operators can potentially create value in commercial real estate assets and provide an illustrative example as well as a case study.
Where's My Cash? The Real Story Behind Cash-on-Cash Yield In this article, we begin by revisiting the definition of a cash-on-cash return but then move on to highlight the differences between cash-on-cash yields and cash distribution yields.
Understanding the Commercial Real Estate Transaction Process In this article, we kick off the first of a three-part series on the commercial real estate transaction. Part I will cover the steps from developing an investment thesis to acquisition award (or winning the deal).
The Definitive Guide to Commercial Real Estate Property Types In this article we give a detailed overview of the multitude of real estate property types/sub-categories/quality-types as well as details on how to apply this information to get started in CRE investing.
Shining a Spotlight on Real Estate Sponsor Fees In this article, we highlight the differences between sponsor fees and profit interests and provide some of the most common justifications for fees typical seen in commercial real estate investments.