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A derivative is a financial instrument whose value depends on the values of other, more basic, underlying variables. They are generally used as tools for isolating and pricing financial risks involved with holding the underlying variable. Derivatives are not a completely novel concept in real estate investment. In fact, they are already widely used in the form of forward contracts, options on land,...
A large bid‐ask spread between buyers and sellers of commercial real estate has widely been reported. Evidence of this spread is seen in the drastic reduction of transaction volume in the commercial real estate market. This chapter attempts to explain the ongoing situation of low transaction volume in commercial real estate due to the bid‐ask differential. It employs a game‐theoretic approach to explain...
Proven private equity real estate investing strategiesThe subprime fallout and credit crisis have triggered a major transition in U.S. real estate. With tightening lending and underwriting standards, speculative investments and construction projects are likely to limited, resulting in constrained supply and healthier fundamentals over the long term. Looking forward, market participants anticipate...
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