Federal, state, and municipal governments have all amassed substantial amounts of debt, which amounts to nothing more than accelerated revenue. Some academics predict that the government debt will reach $50 trillion by 2030, from its current level of more than $27 trillion. The Democratic Party and the Republican Party disagree on the best approach to […]
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To broaden access to private capital markets, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revised the definition of an accredited investor on August 26, 2020. It indicates that for the first time, people can legally invest in private real estate assets based not just on their income or net worth but also on established, explicit criteria
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Don’t rely on the strong stock market returns of the past, warns a new set of economic forecasts. Economists have cut forecasts for corporate profits. In light of this unsettling information, investors in the stock market may turn their attention to private equity real estate and its potential for rapid wealth creation. However, property values
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The simplest solutions are often the most effective in today’s complex environment. Qualified Opportunity Zones are not about simplicity, but many investors are racing to join. QOZ investments are restricted to QOZ Funds and are subject to additional requirements for investors and fund managers. QOZ Funds are more difficult to manage than conventional real estate
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Recent market volatility and global shifts in the business climate make it increasingly likely that a recession of some severity is imminent. Public real estate investment trusts (REITs), a leading indicator of private real estate, are down significantly, while stock markets are down by almost 20 percent. The December 2018 market drop of 15% occurred
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Apartment building is a challenging industry, but it doesn’t have to worry about competing with Amazon yet. The e-commerce giant and its competitors have revolutionized the retail industry, prompting traditional retailers and landlords to respond by providing perks and services that online competitors can’t match: a more personalized, in-person shopping experience. Retailers have realized that
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Fair market value, tax basis, and unreturned capital balance are the three primary metrics private real estate managers use to report on their holdings’ health. The true worth of a financial asset is reflected by its fair market value. It can’t reconcile contributions and distributions appropriately without knowing the taxpayer’s tax base. Ownership and distribution
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Crowdfunding for real estate has become a hot topic among varieties of investors. Even those with small amounts of money to invest can now invest in high-quality real estate projects that were previously reserved for the wealthiest individuals. Crowdfunding in commercial real estate can be an appealing option for investors looking to broaden their holdings
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The function of financing in the successful completion of a commercial real estate transaction is crucial. Commercial real estate transactions, however, can access a wider variety of funding choices than their residential counterparts. This abundance of choices can be daunting for inexperienced investors. Investors may not know which sources of financing are best when underwriting
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As an investor, you might be unclear about what to do if you are new to commercial real estate syndication. How might drastic declines in urban populations affect your investment portfolio? The massive exodus of city people to the suburbs is well known. The market for apartment buildings and other forms of a commercial real
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