Fundamentals Of Commercial Leasing
Course Code: XRCE155
Description:
Leasing continues to be an important business option, one that involves many parties: real estate salespeople, developers, owners, and tenants. This overview course provides an introduction to the leasing of various kinds of commercial property, such as office parks and shopping centers. We will discuss types of leases, essential lease provisions, market analyses, pricing, financial analyses, commission rates, and the negotiation process.
Instructor: KATHLEEN GIAMO, Founder and President, The Giamo Group, a real estate consulting firm; has over 25 years experience in leasing commercial real estate.
Date: 11/12 to 12/17/08 Wedesdays, 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm
Tuition: $210.00
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Introduction To Commercial & Investment Real Estate - Concepts & Terms TOP
Course Code: XRCE160
Description:
This required course is taught on a “learn by doing” basis, whereby students work through a series of illustrative problems. Topics will include: types of commercial properties, types of commercial customers, net operating income, vacancy, credit losses, highest and best use, land leases, build to suit, APOD, forecasting cash flows, fair market value, leases, zoning, and marketing. Students should bring a basic calculator to class.
Instructor: EDWARD S. SMITH JR.has 35 years experience in commercial and investment real estate brokerage. He is currently Regional Director for Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT, Long Island and Queens. He has served as an instructor, trainer and consultant to the industry and is the author of commercial continuing education courses and textbooks.
Date: 10/15 & 10/22/08 Wedensdays, 5:30 pm to 9:15 pm
Tuition: $125.00
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How To Invest In Real Estate TOP
Course Code: XRCE375
Description:
This course will focus on the decision-maiking process of identifying risks and financing commercial properties for the owner-user and income property invest or as well as the creditor. Topics will include financing sources and credit standards, financial instruments, collateral analysis and appraisal methods, cash flow and underwriting the mortgage loan request.
Instructor: PETER C. PUCCIO, CPA Commerce Bank
Date: 10/7 to 11/11/08 Tuesdays, 6:30 pm 9:00 pm
Tuition: $210.00
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The Environment We Live In - Environmental Issues TOP
Course Code: XRCE400
Description:
This course provides an in-depth analysis of various environmental issues relative to real estate transactions on Long Island. Emphasis will be on issues related to soil and groundwater contamination. Topics include: pertinent regulations at federal, state and county levels; regulatory compliance requirements and related issues for commercial and industrial properties; buying and selling commercial real estate from both the buyers and the sellers perspectives; agency notification requirements; appraisal issues and problems with completing the transaction; popular remediation technologies; and costs and case histories. Additional topics of discussion will include landlord/ tenant lease language, dealing with consultants, regulators and the public, popular brownfield redevelopment, and risk-based clean-ups.
Instructor: CHARLES A. RICH, Founder and President of CA Rich Consultants, Inc., a full-service Long Island groundwater and environmental consulting firm.
Date: 9/9 to 10/21/08 Tuesdays 6:30 pm 9:00 pm
Tuition: $210.00
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Residential Real Estate Finance: Mortgage And Career Opportunities TOP
Course Code: XRCE650
Description:
All professionals in the real estate industry should have a keen understanding of finance in the real estate transaction. This course will provide essential information about the finer points of a residential mortgage as well as the different types of availible loan programs and how they are suited to the borrower. The lender's criteria for granting a loan will be covered as well.
In addition, for anyone interested in a career in the mortgage industry, Mr. Epstein will cover a variety of postions that exist. Job descriptions and requirements will be reviewed.
Instructor: STEVE EPSTEIN Vice President of Retail Mortgages
Date: 11/12 to 11/26/08 Wedesdays, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Tuition: $135.00
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