Commercial Real Estate Basics

Master the fundamentals of commercial real estate analysis, from NOI calculations to advanced pro forma modeling and tax strategies.

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Lesson 1
NOI and Cash Flow Basics
Understanding Net Operating Income - the foundation of real estate analysis
30 min
Topics Covered:
Net Operating IncomeOperating ExpensesVacancy Allowances+1 more
Interactive Tools:
NOI Calculator
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Lesson 2
Cap Rate Basics
Understand capitalization rates and their role in commercial real estate
20 min
Topics Covered:
Capitalization RatesProperty ValuationRisk vs Return+1 more
Interactive Tools:
Cap Rate Calculator
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Lesson 3
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Commercial Property Valuation
Learn multiple approaches to valuing commercial real estate properties
35 min
Topics Covered:
Income ApproachDCF AnalysisComparable Sales+1 more
Interactive Tools:
DCF CalculatorCap Rate Calculator
Lesson 4
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Debt Service & Financing
Understanding commercial real estate financing and debt service coverage
40 min
Topics Covered:
DSCR AnalysisLTV RatiosAmortization+2 more
Interactive Tools:
DSCR CalculatorLoan Calculator
Lesson 5
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Capital Expenditures & Reserves
Managing capital improvements and reserve requirements in real estate
30 min
Topics Covered:
CapEx vs OpExReserve PlanningCapital Improvement ROI+1 more
Interactive Tools:
Cash Flow Calculator
Lesson 6
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Depreciation & Tax Benefits
Navigate depreciation schedules and tax advantages in commercial real estate
35 min
Topics Covered:
MACRS DepreciationCost SegregationDepreciation Recapture+1 more
Interactive Tools:
Tax Analysis Calculator
Lesson 7
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Pro Forma Analysis
Create comprehensive multi-year projections and investment analysis
45 min
Topics Covered:
Multi-Year ProjectionsGrowth AssumptionsExit Strategies+1 more
Interactive Tools:
Pro Forma CalculatorIRR Calculator

Recommended Learning Path

1

Foundation (Lessons 1-2)

Start with NOI and Cap Rate fundamentals to build your base knowledge.

2

Core Analysis (Lessons 3-5)

Learn valuation methods, financing, and capital expenditure planning.

3

Advanced Topics (Lessons 6-7)

Master tax strategies and comprehensive pro forma analysis.