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Real Estate Crowdfunding vs. REITs: Which Is Better?
Real Estate Crowdfunding vs. REITs: Which Is Better? Whenever the economy is experiencing a tumultuous period, as it has been recently, investors typically look for ways to diversify their portfolios. This has led to a renewed interest in REITs and real estate crowdfunding. Both are ways to invest in commercial real estate without owning a…
Read MoreSage Advice from a Real Estate Crowdfunding Lawyer
An Overview of Real Estate Crowdfunding Law* In recent years, there’s been an uptick in the number of real estate developers who utilize crowdfunding to source both debt and equity for their projects. The timing is no coincidence: there were major changes to federal regulations, starting in 2012, that opened the doors to allow general…
Read MoreTricks to Finding Distressed Properties For Sale Near You
Tricks to Finding Distressed Properties For Sale Near You Introduction After years of what some considered unsustainable growth, many experts predicted a real estate recession was on the horizon in 2020. Few would have anticipated the COVID-19 crisis, but nevertheless, here we are. The global pandemic has wreaked havoc on the economy, leading some…
Read MoreGuide to Real Estate Crowdfunding and Best Platforms
Guide to Real Estate Syndication and Best Platforms June, 2021, Note: In my new book, UNLEASHED, which updates the research in this article, we reveal that CrowdStreet is the largest private equity real estate platform in the industry. Check out these stats: Total equity raised: $2 billion + Total Project Capitalization: $20 billion +…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Non-Accredited Real Estate Crowdfunding
What You Need to Know About Non-Accredited Real Estate Crowdfunding Jump To: What is Real Estate Crowdfunding? What is a REIT? Equity Crowdfunding and the JOBS Act The Pros and Cons of Real Estate Crowdfunding Accredited vs. Non-Accredited Investor Investment Limitations for Non-Accredited Investors Real Estate Crowdfunding Platforms for Non-Accredited Investors Speak to a Financial…
Read MoreWhat is Workforce Housing and How Can You Benefit?
What is Workforce Housing and How Can You Benefit? Workforce housing is housing built to serve families that are sitting in the middle between true affordable housing and luxury housing. There are a few different versions of workforce housing. Typically, they come into play at an income level where you’re serving families that earn between…
Read MoreShould You Invest in a Class C Property?
Should You Invest in a Class C Property? By Adam Gower Ph.D. The multifamily real estate sector offers investors a wide array of property types and classes in which to invest. This is one of the more attractive features of commercial real estate and allows investors to choose assets that match their investment goals. For…
Read MoreUnderstanding Class A Versus B Versus C in Multifamily Real Estate
Understanding Class A vs. B vs. C Multi Family Real Estate One of the primary reasons people shy away from investing in commercial real estate is the perception that it is too complicated. Indeed, each deal may include a different product type, property class, and project type. Commercial real estate, as an asset class, includes…
Read MoreHow Does Commercial Real Estate Valuation Work?
How Does Commercial Real Estate Valuation Work By Adam Gower Ph.D. Knowing how to value commercial real estate properly is probably the most significant factor in determining whether or not to include it in your investment portfolio. The ability to accurately evaluate acquisition properties and your own holdings is a skill that every serious commercial…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Real Estate Crowdfunding
The Ultimate Guide to Real Estate Crowdfunding By Adam Gower Ph.D. Welcome! Thanks for your interest in crowdfunding and real estate. Crowdfunding is one of the most innovative ways to invest in real estate. It opens up multiple avenues for identifying potentially profitable investment opportunities and lets qualified investors fund the projects and invest…
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