Module 1:

Introduction to Commercial Real Estate - Overview of commercial real estate asset classes - Benefits and risks of CRE investing - Key market trends and demographics

Module 2:

Understanding Property Types - Office: Class A, B, and C properties - Retail: Strip centers, malls, and standalone properties - Multi-family: Garden-style, mid-rise, and high-rise apartments - Mixed-use: Combining residential and commercial spaces - Land: Raw, infill, and entitled land

Module 3:

Basic Financial Concepts - Net Operating Income (NOI) - Capitalization rates - Cash-on-cash return - Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

Module 4:

Financing Fundamentals - Types of commercial real estate loans - Loan-to-value ratios - Debt service coverage ratio - Introduction to leverage

Module 5:

Due Diligence Basics - Property inspections - Title searches - Environmental assessments - Market analysis

Module 6:

Building Your Network - Importance of mentorship - Networking strategies for Black women in CRE - Professional organizations and resources