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Foundation terms you need to know first (153 terms)
Equity investment in real estate involves directly owning a portion or all of a property, providing the investor with an ownership stake and the potential to benefit from appreciation and rental income.
Real estate networking is the strategic process of building relationships with other professionals and investors in the real estate industry to share knowledge, find opportunities, and secure resources for investment success.
An absolute auction is a type of real estate auction where the property is sold to the highest bidder, regardless of the price, with no minimum bid or reserve price set by the seller.
An office building is a commercial property designed for businesses to conduct administrative, professional, or commercial operations, offering spaces for work and meetings.
A traditional bank mortgage is a conventional loan provided by a financial institution to purchase real estate, following guidelines from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, commonly used by investors to finance properties.
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Slow BRRRR is an advanced real estate investment strategy that extends the traditional BRRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) cycle over a longer period, often several years, to maximize equity appreciation and mitigate market risks.
An Equity-for-Property Swap is an advanced real estate investment strategy where an investor exchanges equity in one or more properties or entities for direct ownership of another property, often to achieve tax deferral, portfolio restructuring, or strategic asset acquisition.
Equity dilution occurs when a company or investment vehicle issues new shares, decreasing the ownership percentage of existing shareholders. In real estate, this often happens in syndications or partnerships when additional capital is raised.
Inverse condemnation is a legal action initiated by a private property owner against a government entity to recover "just compensation" for a taking of their property, where the government has not formally exercised its power of eminent domain but has effectively deprived the owner of beneficial use or value.
Capital stacking is an advanced real estate financing strategy involving the layering of multiple debt and equity instruments to fund a property acquisition or development, optimizing the capital structure for specific risk-return profiles.
New construction refers to the process of building a property from the ground up, rather than acquiring an existing structure. For investors, it involves developing or purchasing a newly built residential or commercial property, offering distinct advantages and challenges compared to existing real estate.
New construction homes are properties that have been recently built and have never been occupied. They offer modern features, energy efficiency, and the opportunity for customization, appealing to both homeowners and real estate investors.
Nominal return is the unadjusted percentage gain or loss on an investment, reflecting the raw monetary change before accounting for inflation, taxes, or fees.
A nominee owner is an individual or entity that holds legal title to a property on behalf of another party, the beneficial owner, who retains all rights and responsibilities associated with ownership.
A non-monetary transaction in real estate involves the exchange of assets or services without the direct use of cash, often for strategic, tax-deferred, or operational benefits. These transactions require careful valuation and adherence to specific legal and tax regulations.
A non-recourse loan is a type of secured debt where the lender's claim for repayment is limited solely to the collateral property, protecting the borrower's personal assets from seizure in the event of default.
A Non-Traded REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) is a type of REIT that is not listed on a national securities exchange, offering investors access to real estate portfolios without the daily price volatility of publicly traded stocks.
A Notice of Default (NOD) is a public record filed by a lender or trustee when a borrower fails to make timely mortgage payments, initiating the formal foreclosure process in non-judicial foreclosure states. It serves as a legal declaration of default and intent to sell the property if the debt is not cured.
An off-market property is real estate available for sale but not publicly listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), often sold through private channels or direct outreach.
An offer strategy is a comprehensive plan developed by a real estate buyer to present a purchase offer, encompassing price, contingencies, and terms tailored to market conditions and seller motivations.
An office building is a commercial property designed for businesses to conduct administrative, professional, or commercial operations, offering spaces for work and meetings.
Online real estate forums are digital communities where investors, agents, and other professionals connect to share knowledge, discuss strategies, and find opportunities in the real estate market.
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