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Introduction to Real Estate Investing
This course is written for the individual who has a serious interest in real estate. You have the opportunity to learn the basics that give you the foundation to develop your own style of investing in real estate. If you’re looking for a short cut method to get rich in real estate then this is not the course for you. Successful investing utilizing any avenue requires a commitment of your time. There are no shortcuts.
The unique benefits of investing in Real Estate
- Historically profitable
- Hands on investment
- Higher leverage
- Superior cash flow over dividend payments
- Tax Benefits
What makes one property more attractive to purchase than another
- Existing cash flow
- Deferred Maintenance
- Insufficient Rent Roll
- Property not being used at its highest and best use
- Assembly of properties
Investment Terminology
- Net Operating Income
- Debt Coverage Ratio
- Cap Rate
- Break Even Ratio
- Cash on Cash return
- Loan to Value
Examples of investments
- Purchasing a 2-Family House
- Purchasing a Small Apartment Building
- Analyzing a larger project
Real Estate Investment Trusts
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