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Was wondering what the differences are between a real estate investment banking analyst and a commercial real estate analyst at a bank, if it depends on the bank, and if they do differ what each recruitment process looks like?

Hello, I’m looking for commercial real estate broker recommendations for Oakland. Someone with good negotiation skills and knowledge of commercial property listings would be ideal. Thanks for your help!

Developing a flat land plot in off grid Arizona. Anyone have any tips or ideas how to get started ?

Hi all, I have an upcoming modelling test with Lasalle in their offices for a Debt associate PM position in London. I was wondering if anyone had any pointers on what to expect for this test, i.e how detailed will the ask be and time given to complete. Thanks!

Hey all, I’ve been seriously looking into opportunities in Real Estate Texas lately and wanted to hear what others think about the current landscape. With everything going on—interest rate swings, population shifts, and business relocations—I’m curious how people are viewing investment...

I'm looking for an acquisitions associate/analyst role that has reasonable hours, ideally in Boston or NYC. Is that unrealistic? Do they exist? I don't care too much about starting pay, just about getting good experience without the brutality of working at a Blackstone or a Rockpoint. Targeting...

Seeking conversations with professionals currently working in investment sales and capital markets brokerage roles, specifically surrounding their day-to-day. I’m validating a late-stage PropTech concept I’ve developed and would greatly value the opportunity to "interview" individuals in the...

Whether you're opening a shop, investing, or relocating your office, this thread will help you find the right expert in Oakland

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Hi guys! I'm joining a real estate team in a large-cap M&A Boutique in Paris in a few weeks, and I wanted to get some tips on how to best prepare for it, modelling-wise especially, but also in terms of how to start strong with industry knowledge. Thanks in advance!

All, I am at a multifamily investor that invests in major rent controlled markets (think NYC, LA / Santa Monica, SF, DC, Portland). I was hired in an asset management role with a typical broad focus - analytics, modeling / budgeting, capital / cash management, capital markets, LP communications,...

Hello, I wanted to start a discussion on 2025 grads looking to break into REPE. How is the job search going for people? My job search started in August last summer and I am still looking for an analyst role. The feedback I have received over the last few months is that a lot of companies want people...

What I currently do - valuations & advisory intern at Colliers Paris working across all asset types in both French and English for large clients. I will most likely be accepted into the Colliers London summer internship programme which I hope will be spent in their capital markets team - I have been...

Hey everyone — looking for some advice on timing here. I’m in process for a Senior Financial Analyst role at a real estate development firm. Everything had been going smoothly — I had a first-round interview with the Director of Finance, then completed and submitted a modeling test by the...

Does anyone have any experience with the recruitment process for Analysts at Cushman's NY EDSF team?

Hey all - just looking for advice here. Currently a HC A2 in NYC covering both hc services and life sciences. Interested in real estate because i had a development internship in my post sophomore summer and also was part of a bunch of RE clubs at my college. i realize now how much i enjoyed those...

I have an in-person case study coming up with KKR’s Real Estate Securities team, specifically on their CMBS side. I come from a traditional real estate private equity background and have no direct experience with CMBS or case studies focused on structured finance. Can anyone offer advice on how to...

I keep seeing a bunch of talk about the glut of residential seller supply in TX/FL markets (~30% of listings nationwide). Trying to figure out when a good time to actually buy will be. Do the RE monkeys see an actual price decline coming due to the oversupply or is the activity still strong?

I've recently progressed to the second round of interviews at KeyBank for a Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst position, following a successful initial screening with a recruiter. My upcoming interview will be with two VPs in the group. I'd appreciate any insights on what to expect during this...

Hi all, I currently work for a real estate developer in Miami, where I’m actively involved in underwriting potential investments, financial modeling, updating budget vs. actuals for current assets, making presentations for management, participating in securing construction financing, and other...

Does anyone have insights on what the MS Real Estate Private Equity team does (London and Paris mainly). I understand that they focus on global value-add / opportunistic and regional core / core-plus private RE strategies but I wanted more information about that and also what the team is like...

Hey All, Wondering if anyone has any prompts / case study examples of 1hr RE LBO tests given by IBs for early/entry roles? Let me know in private message, and happy to disclose further detail on BB. Thanks all!

I hope this message finds you well. This has served its purpose. Thank you everyone and wso, I'll figure it out.

Does anyone have any insight on the reputation of the NYC real estate team? I've spoken with a lot of people on the DC side but given how much leaner the NYC team is, it's really hard to come by real points of view. Curious abt both acq & asset management

I’ve realized T10 MBA programs almost never mention students coming from (or going into) real estate. The class profiles are mostly packed with consultants, investment bankers, PE folks, and maybe some tech. Is it even possible to get in if you’re not coming from MBB , FAANG, or a BB bank? These...

Hey everyone, I need some advice on picking between Columbia and NYU for my MSRED. Both are expensive, but I got a 10% merit scholarship from NYU. For context: I'm from south america, with a BS in architecture. I’ve worked for the past two years at a real estate/construction company, as a market...

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some advice from those who have been in a similar position or have insights into my situation. I’ll be starting a rotational graduate role in September at one of the big real estate firms in London (CBRE, Savills, Cushman, Newmark). The program is about 2.5 to 3...

Anyone else going to Tampa tomorrow for Raymond James? If you are tap in here, or just PM me.

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some advice from those who have been in a similar position or have insights into my situation. I’ll be starting a rotational graduate role in September at one of the big real estate firms in London (CBRE, Savills, Cushman, Newmark). The program is about 2.5 to 3...

Hey everyone, I’ve been working in a real estate exam preparation platform for a while now, calle Lexawise. I know everyone has their own study style. Some swear by flashcards, others need a structured course, and some just take as many practice tests as possible. When I was prepping for my exam,...

Hello, I did two years of investment banking in FIG and I'm looking to transition to CRE. I have a masters in finance and have taken the break into CRE courses but I want to know the best place to way to land interviews. I am not looking to get to a super corporate REPE and I am trying to get to a...

Hey everyone, Following up on a previous post I made on this forum a week ago. I have received the opportunity to intern with a smaller real estate private equity shop, reading up on WSP RE technicals as well as slowly starting to network with acquisition analysts (what I seem to be interested in...

I am in lengthy discussions with a relatively new acquisitions and AM shop (towards the end of the process). I've asked to be walked through some deals they've done (10 so far). I'd be quite senior and handling a lot of the AM strategy. I am curious what questions you'd ask to ascertain their...

Current sophomore recruiting with a focus on RE groups. Anyone able to provide a better idea of what banks have stronger or weaker groups? Saw past posts primarily talking about BBs, more wondering about MM banks. Groups I’ve spoken with are basically all REIT advisory, not really ‘REGAL’....

Hey all, incoming 2025 JPM SA for the Alternatives Real Estate Products group in NYC and was curious about FT pay for An1 to VP. Are there common exits (is JP AM a top shop for buy-side seats) for PE, specifically REPE, like BX or KKR? Also, is internal transfer common from AM to IB, like REGAL IB?

I recently graduated and started working as an Investment Analyst at a mid-sized real estate development company with just under 2 million square meters built (~21 million square feet). I’ve always been drawn to architecture and large buildings, which initially made me think this was the right...

Hey everyone, I’ve been researching different funding options for real estate investments and business expansion. Traditional bank loans can be slow and have strict requirements, while hard money and private lending seem to offer more flexibility. For those who’ve secured funding before,...

Long story short I'm in RE financing and it's ok but would rather deal with securities (MBS) and macroeconomics (rates). Not a fan of being in the weeds of legal agreements and dealing with 99.99% unstructured data (I briefly worked in MBS and missed being able to at least get part of my work done...

https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/the-u-… Trump administration is proposing that the federal government sell to the private sector over 60% of its current office portfolio, as well as breaking leases. Curious to hear everyone's thoughts about the feasibility of this, the potential...

Dear Monkeys, I’ve received an offer from a boutique platform with better pay, increased responsibilities, and an opportunity to lateral to a real estate role—a sector I enjoy. I connected well with the MD I’d report to. However, the firm has significant red flags: low deal flow, high cost of...

Hi everyone, I am looking for financial model tests especially in the Real Estate sector, if anyone has any practice tests could you please share?

I am taking an Excel test for an Analyst position next week. Has anyone taken one of these, and can you share some info on what I should expect? Any help is greatly appreciated, thank you!

Hi WSO, I’ve been thinking about doing a side business, which I was hoping to transition into a full-time venture. I’m curious if anyone here has insights into whether my planned business would require a real estate broker’s license or a FINRA broker-dealer license. My business would focus on...

Incoming SA at a REPE shop on the east coast, good brand name firm and would love to get a return offer at the firm. Worked in the RE space but not on the REPE Acquisitions side would love any advice for what I can do this next semester whether it be learning skills, habits, insights and or...

Hi guys! As a PE investor, I'm currently evaluating a logistic development (for rent) project. Aside from modeling and sensitivities (rent x construction cost at exit cap rate, rent x construction cost at exit year, etc.) What should I consider for i) preliminary and ii) in-depth technical and...

Wondering if anyone has any insights on the RE Debt team in Ares. Culture/comp for AN1 and type of deals would be very much appreciated. Thanks!

Has anyone seen a move from corporate / traditional LBO to acquisitions / development? If so, was it through an MBA / masters program or just networking? Curious on how realistic of a jump that would be, even if it required a hit to comp.

I've heard preferred equity has had a hard time closing behind Fannie Mae with Freddie Mac being the preferred lender for pref shops. Anyone know if this is true and, if so, why Fannie is harder to work with?

Targeting a move to London next Summer (REPE - AM, PM, or transactions)...couple of questions: 1) what firms have raised a decent chunk of capital to invest over the last couple of years/have positive momentum? (yes, I know the Blackstones of the world exist - not looking for that type of firm). 2)...

I’ve been fortunate to receive two great offers and would love some advice on making a decision. - Option 1: A role at a strong brokerage shop (JLL, CBRE, Eastdil) in a major city (NY, LA, SF), working in capital markets. - Option 2: A role at a private equity shop (around $10B AUM), underwriting...