Real Estate Epiphany

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anyone knows what are the exit opportunities for research analyst who are working in real estate firm such as jones lang lasalle and knight... RE Research Exit Opportunities	2	45 weeks 1 day ago by Francis.ekye	41 weeks 5 days ago by Riri83
Analyst... Future opportunities	2	41 weeks 6 days ago by thisguy22	41 weeks 6 days ago by NealCaffrey
Looking for a good list of main opportunity funds in CA (i see most of them are east coast, with maybe a small office on the west). What technical questions would they typically ask in an interview at the associate... west coast opportunity funds/interview?	2	43 weeks 3 days ago by kmzz	41 weeks 6 days ago by SFRE
Not much to add here. Just, curious what exit opps would look like from a RE finance shop specializing in short term bridge loans would look like. I'd imagine fairly thorough property level analysis is needed considering said properties are taken over if a loan goes bad. Also seems like... RE bridge loan exit ops?	9	43 weeks 5 days ago by WSOusername	41 weeks 6 days ago by WSOusername
Hello, I've been working for the last two years in finance at big Investment Bank. I am really interested in moving to work in commercial real estate, mostly development. I have some hotel finance experience as well. Then I want to get my MBA. So since I don't have too much RE... Which RE certificate would help me the most?	6	43 weeks 3 days ago by Jaw5xs	42 weeks 1 day ago by Virginia Tech 4ever
I know very little about this designation other than that I've seen it on the resumes of some people that seem to have good careers in CRE. Why have I never seen it discussed here? That fact, needless to say, seems to suggest it might be irrelevant or overshadowed by other... CCIM Designation	6	42 weeks 2 days ago by econcomputingCRE	42 weeks 1 day ago by Virginia Tech 4ever
So this has gotta be a niche area of real estate, but do any of you know who handles the financial end on golf course development projects? Or in housing communities with golf courses? I know that Trump is currently renovating Doral, but I'm focusing on the more common projects. Are there... Who is the Boss of Golf Course Development?	12	42 weeks 3 days ago by Westcoasts	42 weeks 2 days ago by REValuation
anybody know of any opportunities to download argus on the internet? I'm trying to get acquainted with the software, was wondering if this is a possibility? Couldn't really find anything when I searched, but maybe some of you other people know where to look? Ive torrented... argus torrent	0	42 weeks 6 days ago by wbsgn12	n/a
Miamian Realty is proud to offer you this site so that you can search the Miami MLS for your South Florida Real Estate. If you are planning for a real estate sale or purchase in Miami you have come to the right place. For more information please visit... Miamian Realty Luxury Homes	0	42 weeks 6 days ago by alex_hernandez	n/a
I just wanted to know if anybody knew anything about knew anything about JLL's Real Estate Investment Banking group. I am closing in on a position there and wanted to know how it compared to traditional investment house's IBDs. Hours, pay, etc. It will be in the DC metro area as... JLL Real Estate Investment Banking	8	43 weeks 4 days ago by veljones69	43 weeks 21 hours ago by veljones69
Can someone list and explain some commercial real estate valuation methods (ex. relative values) I would appreciate the... Real Estate Valuation	36	5 years 36 weeks ago by newhorizons	43 weeks 2 days ago by ste384kee
Let's say that I want to maybe some day be one of the best real estate investors in the world. I could expound on this at length, but it would take up a ton of space, so I'll keep it short.When I take a shit I close my eyes and think about... MBA or MSRE	8	43 weeks 4 days ago by econcomputingCRE	43 weeks 2 days ago by ste384kee
Heard someone on WSO said it's possible?... How to get Argus certified for only $500?	13	43 weeks 4 days ago by huanleshalemei	43 weeks 2 days ago by ste384kee
I am looking to get into syndicating real estate deals. Do any of you currently do this? I would be curious to get some of your input and advice on starting to syndicate deals . How do you typically structure your partnership and fee (% acquisition cost, % of profit for management)? How... Any of you syndicate deals?	13	43 weeks 4 days ago by Nobama88	43 weeks 2 days ago by ste384kee
Hello, I've been working for the last two years in finance at big Investment Bank. I am really interested in moving to work in commercial real estate, mostly development. I have some hotel finance experience as well. Then I want to get my MBA. So since I don't have too RE... Which RE certificate would help me the most?	0	43 weeks 3 days ago by Jaw5xs	n/a
Cochin is considered by many as the most developed city in Kerala. Many opine that it is going to be the first metropolitan city in the state. Historic monuments and scenic beaches have always been a center of attraction in the city. Furthermore, it is in Cochin, where the IT sector has developed... Villa builders in Cochin	0	43 weeks 4 days ago by BERTY	n/a
hey, my buddy works for a private REIT company in NYC. He was saying how his company has different "funds" and investors pool their money into certain funds, then go out an purchase RE. Doesnt this sound more like RE PE?? Could someone differentiate between the two? Is my friend... Real Estate PE vs. REIT	36	2 years 8 weeks ago by technoviking	43 weeks 4 days ago by RE Capital Markets
At the moment, I am working for a boutique real estate developer who also does small time IB/capital fundraising (10-20 million range). He has me currently preparing a financial memorandum for a hospitality development project in the due diligence phase. In terms of other work, he told me I was... What responsibilities should I ask for at my unpaid internship?	0	43 weeks 5 days ago by Penn7690	n/a
Has anyone ever heard of Thor Equities? I always see their huge leasing ads around the city in empty retail space so I checked out their wiki page: "Thor Equities, LLC, is a real estate development and investment firm founded by Joseph Sitt based in New York City that specializes in... Thor Equities	8	44 weeks 1 day ago by NealCaffrey	43 weeks 5 days ago by Relinquis
Hi, I interviewed recently at a REIT for an Analyst Role. I think that just about every question went well, I have a semi relevant internship and a very strong financial background including some decent modeling experience from my current position. However I had to answer the Argus experience... NO argus experience	2	43 weeks 5 days ago by thisguy22	43 weeks 5 days ago by CREInvestors
Hello, This is Johnmark, new user to this forum and I found it as Informative. Hope all members will be cooperative with... New Introduction	10	45 weeks 3 hours ago by Johnmark111	43 weeks 5 days ago by WSOusername
3rd Year Analyst in REIB, looking to make change to REPE. Looking for info on the following: 1) What is comp like starting out, assume acquisitions role, go to REPE shop at end of 3rd year 2) Can anyone provide any information on culture of Westbrook? Size of deal teams, lifestyle, hours,... RE IB to REPE	3	44 weeks 3 days ago by highlevelgranular	43 weeks 6 days ago by Relinquis
Next summer I have secured an offer through contacts at a homebuilder. The position would be an intern acquisitions analyst and would be based around valuing land opportunities. The company is part of a major land development company although the homebuilder is quite large in itself. I have... Next Summer Internship Offer	4	44 weeks 16 hours ago by littleredman	44 weeks 8 hours ago by reLA
Hey guys, New to this forum and hope to catch some insight. I recently graduated with a BBA in Finance from a state school in Texas and was just hired on as an Analyst in the Portfolio Management arm of a CMBS/special servicing firm. I'm seeking an MBA here in the next year and also want to... CMBS/Structured Finance	3	44 weeks 5 days ago by Nu'dsince69	44 weeks 3 days ago by Nu'dsince69
I'm looking to break into real estate as an analyst at a place like Prudential (PREI). They have a cool program from the looks of things, but I am sure that competition for those positions are incredibly tough to come by... So I was hoping to gather a list of other places to apply? Some... analyst,acquisition firms	2	46 weeks 19 hours ago by wbsgn12	44 weeks 3 days ago by jisk88

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I emailed an alumnus (Managing Director of MM IB | hitter | from PE to IB) a couple months ago asking for an internship and he got back to me yesterday. We are having lunch in one of the very fancy cafes of Boston soon. Since I am new to this game of networking, I am kind of amazed to go out to...
Lunch with Alumnus Question
Due to extenuating circumstances I left a role in IB and am currently working for a multinational conglomerate in their corporate strategy / business development team projects are extremely varied from valuation / financial modeling to preparing presentation materials on emerging trends in...
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SAC Against the Ropes
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I recently had a phone interview with a company that i am applying for. It seemed to go alright and the person i spoke to (In HR) said he would pass my resume to the group and that they would be in contact with me soon. Its only been 4 days (weekend included), but I was wondering when they would...
Time from Phone to In Person Interview? (Summer Internship)
Florshein Edgar ($115) vs Allen Edmond Park Avenue ($345) Which one is a better value? They look almost...
Florsheim vs. Allen Edmond
Should I even bother with investment banking at the bulge brackets if I know that I need at least 5 hours of sleep every night in order to function properly?...
If I NEED 5 hours of sleep to function......
I'm just finished my first year of my MBA and I am searching for some good summer reading. I am starting an internship at a boutique consulting firm specializing in website and mobile development....
What are you reading?
I'm a sophomore in Northwestern aiming for BB IBD preferably in NYC. How many people end up in NYC? What about in Chicago? Compared to UChicago and other targets? Is Northwestern a target...
How is Northwestern represented in NY BB IBD? What about in Chicago?
Has anybody used either of these two methods, and if so, what have your returns been over the past...
Credibility of Magic Formula Investing or CANSLIM?
This is most asked question by people planning to do MBA. So how you are planning to finance your MBA or how u financed your MBA in past. Please spill some beans...
How you will finance your MBA ?
Since most of us will be working in the city for quite a long while, where would you prefer to settle when it comes time to buy a house and/or raise a family? I was thinking somewhere either in Nassau County (Long Island), West Chester County, or across the Hudson in NJ. Which would you choose and...
Preferred suburbia with easy commute to NYC?
I'm hoping to get a few experienced opinions about transitioning from AM to PE through an MBA. I have been working in the business development and client service department for a top asset management firm for two years focusing mostly on our private funds. Prior to this, I worked at a...
Transitioning from AM to PE
hi, I was just accepted to university of michigan's school of arts and science and I was wondering if I should transfer there? I am currently a rising sophomore at rutgers business school. Do you think it is worth. How is the reputation of UMICH for econ (not Ross),..is it good enough to...
should I transfer from rutgers business school to umich(econ)?

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