This is the third in a series of posts that describe the stages and activities in the real estate development process. We are writing this series through the lens of doing... read more →
This is the second in a series of posts that describe the stages and activities in the real estate development process. We are writing this series through the lens of doing... read more →
This is the first in a series of posts that describe the stages and activities in the real estate development process. We are writing this series through the lens of... read more →
Problem: A land seller for condominiums or detached houses wants you to sweeten your up-front cash offer for the site by allowing him to also partake in a certain percentage of... read more →
The financial analysis of this transaction was supported by a custom REFM Excel Model Template.
For a limited time, you can get our newest model, which compares the relative value in developing an apartment building vs. a condominium building, for FREE with any purchase on... read more →
Modeling development transactions can be tricky if you want to avoid allowing circular references in your spreadsheets. Circular references can distort your calculations dangerously in that they mislead your expectations... read more →
There is something of a mystery surrounding the mechanics of Senior Construction Loans. Here's our plain-English attempt to provide better clarity: 1. The Senior Construction Loan is not drawn down... read more →
We carry contingency because of the Hurricane Sandys and all of the other things that "would never happen to our project". I hope for everyone's sake that this gets resolved... read more →
Thank you to all who joined us yesterday! Below are the video, Excel and slides. Description In this free 40-minute session, we answer the question: how does a real estate... read more →
