Understanding real estate is vital for anyone who wishes to successfully own a home in their lifetime. Further, the real estate industry creates an incredible career path for financial minds. For these reasons, and the inextricable similarities to investing in public securities, we believe that real estate is an important topic for BYCIG members to understand. This course exists for all those who are interested in the field. If you complete this course and are interested in a career in real estate, we can help put you in contact with developers and brokers around the country.
Curriculum
- 11 Sections
- 70 Lessons
- 6 Weeks
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- Introduction to Real Estate Finance: Property, Debt, and Ownership.Introduce students to the basic concepts, terminology, and framework of real estate finance to establish a strong foundation.9
- 1.1Understanding the Intricacies of Real Estate Finance — William & Mary College
- 1.2Real Estate in the United States: A Summary
- 1.3The Who’s Who of Real Estate
- 1.4Roles in the Real Estate Process Quiz3 Questions
- 1.5Most Powerful People in Real Estate
- 1.6Essential Real Estate Finance Terms
- 1.7Essential Real Estate Terms and Vocab Quiz9 Questions
- 1.8The Real Estate Financing Process
- 1.9What interest rate cuts means for real estate, car loans, and debt.
- Exploring the Landscape: Types of Real Estate and Their Unique Financial NeedsDive into the different categories of real estate, their unique characteristics, and how financing strategies differ for each.6
- Unlocking the Vault: Exploring Real Estate Financing OptionsProvide an in-depth understanding of the various real estate financing options, their structures, and how to choose the best options based on specific needs.7
- The Devil's in the Details: Mastering Mortgage Calculations and Financing MetricsTeach students the mathematical tools and financial metrics needed to evaluate real estate financing options and their impact on affordability and profitability.6
- Strategies for Success: Real Estate Investment TacticsEquip students with knowledge about different investment strategies, their risks, and rewards, to help them evaluate opportunities in real estate investment.8
- Big Deals, Big Numbers: Mastering Commerical Real Estate FinancingEquipping students with the knowledge and tools needed to understand and secure financing for commercial real estate projects, including advanced metrics and strategies.6
- Navigating the Unknown: Risk Management in Real EstateHelping students understand the risks associated with real estate finance and equip them with strategies to manage and mitigate those risks.7
- Decoding the Markets: Real Estate Market Analysis for Smarter InvestmentsTeach students how to analyze real estate markets using key data points, trends, and valuation methods to make informed financing and investment decisions.7
- The Fine Print: Real Estate Law and TaxationProviding students with a foundational understanding of tax implications, legal requirements, and compliance issues in real estate financing and investing.7
- Beyond Borders: Exploring Global Real Estate MarketsProviding students with an understanding of international real estate markets, financing options in different countries, and the impact of global economic trends on real estate investments.8
- 10.1Introduction to Global Real Estate Markets
- 10.2Financing Real Estate in Different Countries
- 10.3Buying a Property in China
- 10.4Currency Risks and Exchange Rates in Real Estate
- 10.5Legal and Tax Considerations for Global Investors
- 10.6Global Real Estate Investment Strategies
- 10.7Cultural and Political Factors in Real Estate Financing
- 10.8The Future of Global Real Estate Finance
- Final Project: Your chance to become a real estate developer!1
