Real Estate Finance

Catalog description

This course covers various subject matters within the world of real estate finance including the capitalization (debt and equity) of real property. It will discuss the procedures involved in underwriting and in investing in real estate including mortgage loans and single family home ownership. It will introduce students to the role of government in the financing of commercial and residential real estate and cover direct and indirect ownership of real estate assets. Finally, it will provide an overview of how real estate markets work, including the valuation of real estate.