Investment Essentials: Evaluate, Project, Profit

Real Estate Investment Analysis Certification

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Build key skills in real estate investment analysis, from evaluating market opportunities to projecting returns. Perfect for beginners and advancing professionals, this certification covers essential concepts to enhance confidence and expertise in investment decision-making.

REIAC™ Program Overview

The Certified Real Estate Investment Analysis course is a comprehensive program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to analyze real estate investment opportunities effectively.

From evaluating properties to assessing risk and returns, this course provides practical insights and tools for making informed investment decisions in the dynamic real estate market.

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Who is This Program For?

This certification is ideal for aspiring investors, analysts, and professionals aiming to build a solid foundation in real estate investment analysis and decision-making.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Real Estate Investment

This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of real estate investment. It covers the importance of investment analysis, key concepts, and the history of real estate investment analysis. Learners will explore different types of real estate investments, such as buy-and-hold, rental properties, and commercial real estate, supported by case studies. The module also examines market cycles and how to leverage debt in real estate investing. The module concludes with an exam to assess learners' understanding of the key concepts and strategies in real estate investment.

63 Videos

111 Steps

11 Hours To Complete

Module 2: Market Analysis and Comparative Analysis

This module introduces learners to the key techniques for market analysis and comparative analysis in real estate. It covers market research, including macroeconomic indicators and evaluating market trends. Learners will explore data-driven insights and practical applications of comparative market analysis (CMA), along with rental rates, vacancy rates, and competition in real estate. The module also includes investment strategy formulation based on market analysis, and concludes with a look at Monte Carlo simulations in investment analysis. An exam at the end assesses learners' understanding of market analysis and CMA techniques.

34 Videos

76 Steps

8,2 Hours To Complete

Module 3: Financial Analysis & Performance Metrics

This module introduces learners to the financial analysis and performance metrics essential in real estate. It covers key concepts such as net operating income (NOI), cash-on-cash return, loan-to-value ratio (LTV), price per square foot, payback period, and levered return. Learners will explore financial modeling, including understanding income statements and balance sheets, and will practice constructing these financial documents. The module also delves into investment underwriting and pro forma models, providing hands-on exercises for building a basic real estate financial model. The module concludes with an exam to assess learners' financial analysis and modeling skills.

33 Videos

67 Steps

8 Hours To Complete

Module 4: Property Valuation Methods

This module introduces learners to the key property valuation methods used in real estate. It covers the sales comparison approach, including how to calculate and apply comparables, and the impact of market conditions on valuations. Learners will also explore the cost approach, with examples of when to use it and a full breakdown of the cost approach method. The module includes resources on the income approach and features a case study on using Monte Carlo simulations to value a mixed-use development. The module concludes with an exam to test learners' understanding of these valuation methods.

29 Videos

44 Steps

5 Hours To Complete

ModuIeI 5: Investment Strategies & REITs

This module introduces learners to various investment strategies in real estate, including the buy-and-hold strategy, fix-and-flip, and the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat). It explores the challenges of these strategies through case studies like the Norfolk Duplex Fix-to-Rent project. Additionally, the module covers rental property investment strategies and provides an overview of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). The module concludes with an exam to assess learners' understanding of these investment strategies and their applications in real estate.

51 Videos

112 Steps

10,2 Hours To Complete

Module 6: Financing and Capital Markets

This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of real estate financing and capital markets. It covers mortgage basics, various real estate financing options, and the credit and financing approval process. Learners will explore key topics such as private mortgage insurance (PMI), raising capital for real estate investments, and preparing and pitching real estate investment opportunities. The module also delves into capital markets and investment vehicles, including private equity and commercial mortgages, and concludes with a focus on structuring and negotiating real estate deals and contracts. An exam at the end tests learners' understanding of financing and capital market principles.

39 Videos

69 Steps

6 Hour To Complete

Module 7: Property Management and Operations

This module introduces learners to the key aspects of property management and operations. It covers property management fundamentals, including best practices, property inspections, and tenancy agreements. Learners will explore tenant retention strategies, lease management, and landlord-tenant laws and regulations. The module also addresses tenant screening and handling emergency repairs, alongside portfolio optimization and diversification in real estate investment. The module concludes with an exam to assess learners' understanding of effective property management and operational strategies.

25 Videos

41 Steps

6 Hours To Complete

Module 8: Case Studies and Practical Applications

This module focuses on case studies and practical applications in real estate investment. It covers real-world scenarios like fix-and-flip projects, investing in equity REITs, and structured financing for income-producing properties. Learners will explore tax implications and strategies in UK real estate, negotiation techniques, and key components of investment proposals and pitch presentations. The module also includes advanced topics in real estate investment analysis, providing practical tools and templates for applying the concepts learned throughout the course.

50 Minutes To Complete

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About Our Certificaton

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Career opportunities.

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Real Estate Investment Analyst

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Real Estate Manager

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Investment Trust (REIT) Analyst

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Real Estate Broker

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Portfolio Manager

Meet Your Instructors.

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Wei Nakamura

A seasoned real estate investor and asset manager, Wei has over 15 years of experience across Asia and Europe, specializing in asset management.

Robert Stanley

With over a decade of teaching experience, Robert specializes in real estate investment and focuses on commercial properties.

Leila Hagen

Leila focuses on sustainable real estate development, helping clients incorporate green practices to enhance property value and efficiency.

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