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What is Net Operating Income?

Net Operating Income (NOI) is the driving number behind the valuation of commercial real estate.

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How to Analyze a Real Estate Acquisition

Read this to understand how each of the three phases correspond to the inputs in a financial calculator or a spreadsheet model.

4 min

Why Use a Commercial Mortgage Broker?

Some investors choose to shop for a loan themselves, but there are many benefits to having a commercial mortgage broker on your team.

2 min

Introduction to Financial Calculators

If you're serious about learning commercial real estate, the financial calculator is the most important tool in your toolbox.

6 min

Everything You Need to Know About HUD Multifamily Loans

The HUD 223(f) loan can be more competitive and advantageous to the borrower than any other commercial loan available on the market.

2 min

The 4 Wealth Generators of Real Estate

Real estate can create significant wealth. Here's how it works.

2 min

What is the Capital Stack?

The Capital Stack is a description of all of the different types of financing that go into a project.

1 min

What is Cash on Cash Return?

Cash on cash return accounts for leverage when determining an investor's actual return on investment

1 min

What is a Loan Constant?

Loan constant indicates on a percentage basis the cash return to the lender relative to the outstanding loan balance.

3 min

4 Rules for Investing in Real Estate

Every strategy is different, but these tips are universal.

8 min

Lessons of Leadership from COVID-19

Evergreen Capital's Trevor Calton, was featured in the July/August 2020 issue of Real Estate Business magazine.

3 min

What is Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR)?

Debt service coverage ratio determines the maximum loan payment based on a property's income, which also determines the maximum loan amount.

2 min

What is Leverage?

How Do Investors Use Leverage to Increase Returns and Build Greater Wealth?

6 min

Best Practices for Landlords During COVID-19

by Monique Lum, Evergreen Capital -- Clear communication during COVID-19 should be a primary focus for landlords.

3 min

State of the Commercial Lending Market - May 2020

We are now seeing settling and some stability return to the lending market.

3 min

Commercial Lending Market Update - March 2020

The situation is extremely fluid, and the news continues to change day-to-day. Expect the legislature, Wall Street, and lending institutions

5 min

32 Ways to Make Your Real Estate Better for the Planet

Sustainability upgrades can return ten-fold the investment over the life of a project.

5 min

27 Ways to Create More Value in Your Multifamily Properties

It's not all about rent income. Many residents will pay for extra services that will save time, money, and the planet.

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