Session #1: Fundamentals of Property Types, Valuations, and Investment Metrics 

December 20 2023, 7-9PM 

• Introduction to property types and investment strategies (residential, commercial, industrial).

• Importance of accurate valuation methods for informed investment decisions.

• Understanding return metrics (cap rate, cash-on-cash return, internal rate of return) for evaluating property profitability.

Session #2: Acquisitions and Underwriting: Maximizing Profits through Informed Property Analysis

December 27 2023, 7-9PM 

• Finding reliable rent comparables and analyzing them for accurate rental rates

• Creating cash flow models to assess financial viability and potential returns

• Considering market trends, competition, and tenant turnover in the underwriting process to make accurate predictions about property performance and profitability

Session #3: Mastering Due Diligence: Uncovering Opportunities and Mitigating Risks 

January 3 2024, 7-9PM 

• Due Diligence Importance: Mitigating Risks, Uncovering Issues in Property Investment

• Financial Assessment: Reviewing Statements, Rent Rolls, and Documentation

• Effective Property Inspections: Identifying Maintenance Issues

• Contract and Lease Review: Compliance and Liability Considerations

• Validating Financial Projections: Accuracy of Expected Revenues and Expenses

Session #4: Navigating Property Financing: Conventional and Bridge Debt 

January 10 2024, 7-9PM 

• Conventional Debt vs. Bridge Debt: Comparing Property Financing Options

• Lender Underwriting: Key Factors in Loan Eligibility Evaluation

• Borrower Requirements: Creditworthiness, Income Verification, Down Payment, and the Loan Approval Process

• Understanding Loan Costs: Origination Fees, Appraisal Fees, Closing Costs, and Interest Rates

• Optimal Loan Negotiations: Strategies for Financing Structure Optimization

Session #5: Maximizing Returns through Effective Property Management

January 17 2024, 7-9PM 

• Tips to Maximize Rent Collections: Effective Systems, Clear Policies, and Delinquency Follow-Up

• Finding and Vetting Good Tenants: Thorough Screening, Reference Verification, and Credit Checks

• Cutting Operating Expenses: Analyzing Needs, Assessing Contracts, and Cost-Saving Initiatives

• Proactive Property Maintenance: Importance of Inspections and Early Issue Identification

• Positive Landlord-Tenant Relationships: Communication Strategies and Tenant Retention Techniques

Session #6: Navigating Commercial Real Estate: Legal Considerations and Lease Structures

January 24 2024, 7-9PM 

• Contract Process Simplified: Exploring Downpayments, Contract Review, and Due Diligence Periods

• Legal Considerations in Commercial Real Estate: Surveys, Title, and Entity Creation

• Demystifying Commercial Lease Structures: Full-Service, NNN, Net Leases, and Reimbursements

• Enhancing Leasing: Tenant Improvements and Leasing Commissions