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Praise for MAVERICK REAL ESTATE FINANCING

"Once you start reading, you won't be able to put the book down. You will feel you are part of the deals that industry leaders have put together. This is a real book about real people and how they address risk and reward."
--Bruce S. Schonbraun, Managing Partner The Schonbraun McCann Group LLP

"Bergsman applies a journalist's logic to the complex world of commercial real estate, making it easier for outsiders to understand. He writes with the authority of a true insider."
--Brannon Boswell, Managing Editor Shopping Centers Today

"Congratulations. Finally, someone has written a book that reflects real estate finance in the twenty-first century. With the growing proliferation of real estate education in university business schools today, this book should be required reading!"
--James D. Kuhn, President Newmark Knight Frank

In Maverick Real Estate Financing, Steve Bergsman--author of the widely acclaimed Maverick Real Estate Investing--describes the various financing methods you can use to achieve real estate investment success. Maverick Real Estate Financing also introduces you to an innovative group of real estate professionals who have used these methods to build substantial fortunes.

By listening to some of the world's most successful real estate Mavericks--includingWilliam Sanders, W. P. Carey, and Stephen Ross--you'll discover what sets them apart from the rest of the pack and learn how to apply their proven principles to your own real estate deals.

Each chapter examines a different real estate financing technique and the Maverick who best exemplifies it. Some of the strategies and products discussed include:
* Equity financing
* Public and private REITs
* Agency loans
* UPREITs
* Commingled capital
* Retail site arbitrage
* Conduit loans
* Sale-leasebacks
* Distressed mortgages
* Low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs)

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #181612 in Books
• Published on: 2006-03-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 286 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780471745877
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review
"Once you start reading, you won't be able to put the book down. You will feel you are part of the deals that industry leaders have put together. This is a real book about real people and how they address risk and reward."
—Bruce S. Schonbraun, Managing Partner The Schonbraun McCann Group LLP

"Bergsman applies a journalist's logic to the complex world of commercial real estate, making it easier for outsiders to understand. He writes with the authority of a true insider."
—Brannon Boswell, Managing Editor Shopping Centers Today

"Congratulations. Finally, someone has written a book that reflects real estate finance in the twenty-first century. With the growing proliferation of real estate education in university business schools today, this book should be required reading!"
—James D. Kuhn, President Newmark Knight Frank

From the Inside Flap
The real estate market is booming, and over the last few years, people have come to realize its incredible profit potential. But if you're unprepared, entering this arena can be confusing as well as costly.

If you're looking to make serious money in real estate, look no further than Maverick Real Estate Financing. In this follow-up to the widely acclaimed Maverick Real Estate Investing, Steve Bergsman describes in detail various real estate financing methods that can help you achieve real estate investment success. Maverick Real Estate Financing also introduces you to a group of innovators who have used these methods to build substantial fortunes. By listening to some of the world's most successful real estate Mavericks—those you'll meet in these pages—you'll uncover valuable, time-tested tools and techniques that can help you raise capital and make deals you might not have previously considered.

With this book as your guide, you'll discover what sets the Mavericks of real estate finance apart from the rest of the pack and learn how to apply their proven principles to your own real estate deals. Each chapter examines a different real estate financing strategy or product as well as the Maverick who best demonstrates this axiom in action. This way, you can see how these individuals got their start and how they made it to the top of such a highly competitive profession.

Bergsman provides important real estate financing lessons from some of the best minds in the business, including:

• William Sanders—on choosing the best type of corporate format to hold real estate
• Benjamin "Buddy" Cohen and Jack Cohen—on the use of construction, permanent, bridge, hard money, and mezzanine loans
• Milton Cooper and his maverick efforts in retail site arbitrage
• Leo F. Wells III—on the formation of private and non-traded REITs
• W. P. Carey—on the intricacies of the sale-leaseback
• Stephen Ross and his experiences with low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs)

Whether you're a real estate owner, developer, or investor, Maverick Real Estate Financing has the information you need to succeed. Filled with in-depth insight and expert advice, Maverick Real Estate Financing will show you how to make the most of your time in this market.

From the Back Cover
Praise for MAVERICK REAL ESTATE FINANCING

"Once you start reading, you won't be able to put the book down. You will feel you are part of the deals that industry leaders have put together. This is a real book about real people and how they address risk and reward."
—Bruce S. Schonbraun, Managing Partner The Schonbraun McCann Group LLP

"Bergsman applies a journalist's logic to the complex world of commercial real estate, making it easier for outsiders to understand. He writes with the authority of a true insider."
—Brannon Boswell, Managing Editor Shopping Centers Today

"Congratulations. Finally, someone has written a book that reflects real estate finance in the twenty-first century. With the growing proliferation of real estate education in university business schools today, this book should be required reading!"
—James D. Kuhn, President Newmark Knight Frank

In Maverick Real Estate Financing, Steve Bergsman—author of the widely acclaimed Maverick Real Estate Investing—describes the various financing methods you can use to achieve real estate investment success. Maverick Real Estate Financing also introduces you to an innovative group of real estate professionals who have used these methods to build substantial fortunes.

By listening to some of the world's most successful real estate Mavericks—includingWilliam Sanders, W. P. Carey, and Stephen Ross—you'll discover what sets them apart from the rest of the pack and learn how to apply their proven principles to your own real estate deals.

Each chapter examines a different real estate financing technique and the Maverick who best exemplifies it. Some of the strategies and products discussed include:

• Equity financing
• Public and private REITs
• Agency loans
• UPREITs
• Commingled capital
• Retail site arbitrage
• Conduit loans
• Sale-leasebacks
• Distressed mortgages
• Low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs)

Customer Reviews

Examine Your Motivation
This rating is based on how well the book met my expectations. If you are honestly ready and focused on joining the ranks of Zuckerman, Shorenstein, Zell, or Trump, then a book like this might serve well as a type of guide post. You would then be dealing with projects in the $100 million plus range. If, however, your focus is on the lower end of the spectrum ... like financing apartment buildings under $5 million - with or without the aid of an investment group - you will not gain much in the way of practical knowledge from this book

Loan Payments are the Biggest Expense
Many brokers and real estate owners spend a lot of time analyzing the operational expenses of properties to arrive at what is called a Net Operating Income. Then, debt service is subtracted from it to arrive at cash flow. Understanding financing is critical to success in real estate investing. Debt service, depending on the amount of leverage, can easily be the biggest expense item surpassing even real estate taxes. This book is all about real estate financing. It is a must for serious real estate investors.

- Mariusz Skonieczny, author of Why Are We So Clueless about the Stock Market? Learn how to invest your money, how to pick stocks, and how to make money in the stock market

A Must Read for Anyone in Real Estate Finance
Having been involved in the world of real estate high-finance for nearly two decades, I was intrigued by what Mr. Bergsman might have to say on the subject. Turns out, his take on financing methods and personalities in the industry was right on target. -- I should know, as I worked with some of them. It's a fascinating industry, and the author has made a fascinating read out of it. A must read for anyone in real estate finance and to understand the barons of the industry.

Anne Kazel-Wilcox
President
Gold Coast Communications Inc.