Tag: #syndications
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What is a “preferred return” and how does it relate to a “waterfall”?
When you start looking at syndications, you will hear a lot about “preferred returns” (also known as “prefs”), and “waterfalls”. These terms are thrown around a lot but not usually defined. So what do people mean when they are talking about them?
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My (Current) Investment Philosophy
There are a lot of different ways to invest in real estate. The right way for you may not be the right way for me, and that’s ok. Success in REI does not look the same for everyone. It is important, however, that you understand why you are investing in a certain asset class, deal,…
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Where to put your investing dollars: REI vs the stock market – the numbers (2/2)
After reading the previous article, I am guessing you are a little skeptical. I can imagine you thinking “That sounds nice, but do things really work out that way?” I totally understand.
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Why I started this blog – and MBC
Before we go too far into the details of syndications and specific deals, I want to give you more of an idea as to why I am investing in real estate, creating MBC, and writing this blog. I think understanding who I am and why I am here will help you put my advice in…
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What documents should you expect to see as part of a syndication? (An Introduction to Syndications Article 3/3)
Because the LP is a completely silent partner and has no influence over the investment, the SEC considers syndications to be securities [1] as the profit expected to be made (by the LP) is due exclusively from the actions of a third party (the GP). This makes it a very different situation than when you…