About This Course
Commercial real estate investment begins with understanding how asset classes behave, how tenants drive value, and how risk and return shift across different investment strategies. This course provides the foundational knowledge needed to evaluate opportunities confidently, from asset characteristics to market fundamentals.
You'll explore investment criteria, team structures, financing mechanics, and strategic alignment. The content equips learners to build disciplined acquisition frameworks and make informed decisions that support long-term portfolio performance.
By the end of this course, you will:
- Understand how commercial real estate asset classes function and what drives their performance.
- Differentiate between CRE and residential investment advantages, risks, and income characteristics.
- Establish structured investment criteria aligned with goals, capital capacity, and risk tolerance.
- Identify the essential roles within an acquisition team and their responsibilities.
- Prepare financially for CRE financing, understanding DSCR, LTV, loan structures, and transaction costs.
Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Commercial Real Estate Investment
- Why Invest in Commercial Real Estate
- Defining Your Investment Criteria
- Building Your Acquisition Team
- Financial Preparation
Course Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Access to Course: 14 days from date of purchase