Course curriculum

    1. Facilitator

    1. Introduction

    2. Investment Strategies in Real Estate

    3. Advantages and Challenges of Different Investment Strategies

    4. Identifying your Investment Objectives

    5. Quiz

    1. Introduction

    2. Different Financing Methods

    3. Crafting Your Personal Financing Strategy

    4. Creating Your Blueprint for Success

    5. Quiz

    1. Introduction

    2. Key Concepts in Real Estate Market Analysis

    3. Tools and Resources for Market Analysis

    4. Local vs. National Market Trends

    5. Quiz

    1. Introduction

    2. Importance of Accurate Assumptions in Underwriting

    3. Financial Analysis and Deal Evaluation

    4. Advanced Financial Metrics and Decision Making

    5. Acquisition Strategies

    6. Quiz

  • Start Any Time
  • Learn at Your Own Pace
  • ~ 3 Hours per Module

FAQ

  • Pre-Requisites

    A basic understanding of real estate principles, including property types, ownership concepts, and the fundamentals of residential investment. Familiarity with the process of buying and selling property, real estate financing, and market analysis techniques.

  • Technical Requirements

    A computer or laptop with internet access.

  • Software Requirements

    A web browser updated to the latest version. Spreadsheet software (such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets) for financial modeling and investment analysis.

Instructor(s)

Avi Minkowitz

A long-time entrepreneur passionate about business development, Mr. Minkowitz began working with Leonite Capital in 2021 after a successful tenure at Parkit Enterprise Inc., a publicly held Leonite portfolio company. Avi’s experience includes real estate financing and acquisition, management, debt, and business development at publicly held and private companies. Before his career in finance, Avi co-founded two companies that were sold in 2012 and 2018. Avi serves in an advisory role for various start-ups, real estate financing firms, private family offices and other businesses. Avi co-founded FORE (Foundations of Real Estate Education) with his brother Eli in 2023 and co-authored an introductory textbook, from which content for the YU Global certificate is drawn.