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71 Real Estate Finance courses

Mastering Real Estate Investments: Strategies for Success in REITs and Beyond

5.0(5)

By Finex Learning

Overview Understand the structure and mechanics of Target Redemption Notes (TARNs), autocallables, accumulators, and faders. Who the course is for CEOs, CFOs, COOs with responsibility for Strategic Management Investment bankers Real estate consultants Management consultants Private Equity investors Financial analysts Institutional Funds and Portfolio Managers Retail investors Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please request a brochure. To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options speak to a course specialist now

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Real Estate Financial Modelling School

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

This week long CPD accredited training is ideal for those Real Estate professionals, who are looking to bolster the DCF modelling skills. This course covers Real Estate Investment, Development, Finance & Risk.

Real Estate Financial Modelling School
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£4,600

Real Estate Analyst (Investment Cash Flow Modelling in Excel)

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

The Real Estate Analyst course has been taught non-stop to global real estate firms over the last 25 years, and is without doubt the core financial modelling training in your career portfolio. Whether you have an upcoming financial modelling test for a new job or an APC exam, the Real Estate Analyst course is the choice for you.

Real Estate Analyst (Investment Cash Flow Modelling in Excel)
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£1,750

Real Estate Finance (Debt Financing)

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

This Real Estate Financial Modelling course will enhance delegates skills in crafting sophisticated financial models tailored for debt financing within the Real Estate sector.

Real Estate Finance (Debt Financing)
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£1,500

An Introduction to Real Estate (12 Hours Online Self-Study)

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

Are you looking to enter the dynamic world of real estate? Our course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to communicate effectively with real estate professionals and develop key skills in real estate investment strategy and analytics. At the end of the course, you'll be able to read and interpret real estate market reports, and have a firm grasp of how iconic buildings, cities, and companies fit into the overall picture of the real estate sector. On this course, you will… Become familiar with the players, structure, general terminology and overall needs of Real Estate. Learn what is Real Estate and why it is different from other asset classes Get to grips with the overall size and structure of the UK Real Estate Market Learn and analyse the links between the different parts of the property market Understand who works in the Real Estate Market, their qualifications and their job descriptions Recognise how and when to use basic real estate concepts: Rent, Value, Yield, Risk and Return, etc… Learn how to read a real estate market report Understand how current affairs, politics and economics affects Real Estate Investment Use household names and iconic companies, cities and buildings to help consolidate your appreciation of this exciting sector Who will benefit from this course: Graduates or undergraduates studying economics, finance. Professionals working in Marketing or Accounting teams within Real Estate firms. APC students. Anyone interested in Real Estate. School leavers/A-Level Students looking to gain an understanding of Real Estate. Non cognate students who wish to transfer into Real Estate/Finance careers. Course Outline Module 1: What is and why buy Real Estate? The property Market The Size and Structure of the UK property market The impact of Real Estate in the Economy Module 2: The Real Estate Market System The Space Market The Asset Market The Development Market Module 3: How to value Real Estate An Introduction to Financial Mathematics The difference between Price, Value and Worth Property Yield Conventional Valuation Methods Module 4: How to read a Real Estate Market Report Property Market Indicators: Stock Indicators Property Market Indicators: Investment Indicators Module 5: Who works in Real Estate? The build Environment by Cobalt Recruitment Rea; Estate Agents Examples of Real Estate Market Agents CVs Real Estate Network

An Introduction to Real Estate (12 Hours Online Self-Study)
Delivered in person or Online + more
£1,500

Real Estate Investor (Advanced Development Cash Flow Modelling in Excel)

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

The Real Estate Investor course primarily focuses on financial modelling and commercial considerations in the real estate industry across various sectors, geographies, and project types.

Real Estate Investor (Advanced Development Cash Flow Modelling in Excel)
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£2,000

Real Estate Modelling Masterclass (Advanced Cash Flow Modelling)

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

This course is intended to the most ambitious modellers in the property industry who would like to be fully proficient in building complex real estate models.

Real Estate Modelling Masterclass (Advanced Cash Flow Modelling)
Delivered in person or Online + more
£1,500

Diploma in Estate Agent Course

By Training Tale

When people think of buying or selling a property, the first thing that comes to mind is an Estate Agent. They are the guide who assists clients with every aspect of a sale, from property hunting to closing the deal. They also assist clients in finding their dream house, which can be a very rewarding and enjoyable profession. Our Estate Agent Diploma is designed for anyone interested in becoming an estate agent or working for an estate agency. The course begins with basic Estate Agent knowledge and gradually shares expertise knowledge. This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Estate Agent, including key concepts and strategies. The advanced knowledge you will gain in this Estate Agent Diploma will be extremely valuable and will enable you to establish the meaningful career you have always desired. Learning Outcomes After completing this Diploma in Estate Agent Course, learner will be able to: Understand the fundamental knowledge of estate agents Gain a thorough understanding of business planning Understand acquisition of ownership Understand other rights to property Gain a solid understanding of land use control, environmental liability and leases Understand how to make your first real estate investment Know how to determine a good deal Know how to write money-making contracts Understand negotiations Gain in-depth knowledge about tax and real estate finance Understand regulation Why Choose Diploma in Estate Agent Course from Us Self-paced course, access available from anywhere. Easy to understand, high-quality study materials. Course developed by industry experts. MCQ quiz after each module to assess your learning. Automated and instant assessment results. 24/7 support via live chat, phone call or email. Free PDF certificate as soon as completing this Diploma in Estate Agent Course Course. ***Other Benefits of this Diploma in Estate Agent Course Course: Free One PDF Certificate Access to Content - Lifetime Exam Fee - Totally Free Free Retake Exam [ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Diploma in Estate Agent Course] ***Diploma in Estate Agent Course*** Detailed course curriculum Module 1: Basic Knowledge of Estate Agents Module 2: Business Planning Module 3: Ownership of Real Estate Module 4: Acquisition of Ownership Module 5: Other Rights to Property Module 6: Land Use Control Module 7: Environmental Liability Module 8: Leases Module 9: Making Your First Real Estate Investment Module 10: How to Determine a Good Deal? Module 11: How to Write Money-Making Contracts Module 12: The Art of the Deal: Negotiations Module 13: How to Sell Your Property Module 14: Tax Module 15: Real Estate Finance Module 16: Regulation of Estate Agents ----------------------- Assessment Method After completing each module of this Diploma in Estate Agent Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Once you complete all the modules in this manner, you will be qualified to request your certification. Certification After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this Diploma in Estate Agent Course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99. Who is this course for? This Course is ideal for anyone looking to start a career as an estate agent or work for an estate agency. There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Diploma in Estate Agent Course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements There are no specific requirements for this Diploma in Estate Agent Course because it does not require any advanced knowledge or skills. Students who intend to enrol in this Course must meet the following requirements: Good command of the English language Must be vivacious and self-driven Basic computer knowledge A minimum of 16 years of age is required Career path Professionals will be prepared for a rewarding career as estate agents after completing this Diploma in Estate Agent Course. They will be able to show clients available properties, assist investors in buying investment properties, and even assist clients in finding the ideal rental property. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included

Diploma in Estate Agent Course
Delivered Online On Demand8 hours
£12

Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development

4.7(26)

By Academy for Health and Fitness

***24 Hour Limited Time Flash Sale*** Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development Admission Gifts FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate| PDF Transcripts| FREE Student ID| Assessment| Lifetime Access| Enrolment Letter Discover the ultimate real estate investment, property sales, and development bundle that will empower you with invaluable skills and knowledge. Our comprehensive Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development courses unlocks the secrets of real estate success, equipping you with proven real estate strategies to navigate the dynamic real estate market. Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a real estate expert and capitalize on the lucrative potential of the industry. Enroll now in this real estate Bundle and embark on your journey to dominate the real estate landscape! Key Features of the Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development Bundle: 3 QLS-Endorsed Courses: You'll receive a free hardcopy certificate for each of these courses. QLS Course 01: Property Development Diploma QLS Course 02: Real Estate Investor Training QLS Course 03: Residential Property Sales 5 CPD QS Accredited Courses: Course 01: Social Housing and Tenant Management Course 02: Property Law & Taxation Course 03: Property Marketing Course 04: Financial Management Course 05: Mortgage Advisor Five Career Boosting Courses absolutely FREE: Course 01: Professional CV Writing Course 02: Job Search Skills Course 03: Self Esteem & Confidence Building Course 04: Professional Diploma in Stress Management Course 05: Complete Communication Skills Master Class Learning Outcomes of the Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development Bundle: Master the foundational principles and techniques of Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development. Develop advanced proficiency in Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development methodologies and strategies. Acquire in-depth knowledge of the latest trends and advancements in Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development. Enhance your problem-solving and critical thinking abilities within the context of Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development. Cultivate strong communication and collaboration skills essential for success in Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development. The Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development bundle is a comprehensive collection of courses that have been meticulously designed to provide you with a well-rounded education in Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development. With a combination of 3 QLS-endorsed courses and 5 CPD QS-accredited courses, this bundle offers you the perfect balance of essential knowledge and valuable skills. What's more, we are proud to offer free hardcopy certificates for each course within the Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development bundle, giving you the recognition you deserve. Why Prefer This Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development Bundle? Real Estate FREE certificate accredited by CPDQS Get instant access to this Real Estate course. Learn Real Estate from anywhere in the world Real Estate is affordable and simple to understand Real Estate is an entirely online, interactive lesson with voiceover audio Lifetime access 24/7 tutor support Free assessments available Get a free student ID card! (£10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery) CPD 250 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Individuals looking to enter the real estate industry. Real estate agents and brokers seeking to improve their sales skills and industry knowledge. Individuals are interested in pursuing a career in property management or real estate finance. Career path Property Developer Property Sales Agent Property Manager Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included

Real Estate Investment, Property Sales & Development
Delivered Online On Demand40 hours
£309

Professional Certificate Course in Real Estate Investment and Finance in London 2024

4.9(261)

By Metropolitan School of Business & Management UK

This course provides advanced insights into Real Estate Investment and Finance, focusing on market trend analysis, financing strategies, and the assessment of economic factors on a global scale. Participants will gain expertise in evaluating financing options, navigating secondary mortgage markets, and analyzing risk-return trade-offs in real estate investments. After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following, Analyze market trends and their impact on investments. Grasp financing and leverage in real estate. Evaluate economic factors' impact on global markets. Assess financing options and equity sources. Comprehend secondary mortgage markets and MBS. Calculate taxes, surcharges, and appraisals. Analyze risk-return trade-offs. This course aims to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of real estate investment and finance. Participants will delve into the analysis of market trends, gaining insights into their direct impact on investment strategies. Additionally, participants will evaluate the influence of economic factors on global markets and develop skills to assess various financing options and equity sources. The curriculum will cover essential topics such as understanding secondary mortgage markets and Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), calculating taxes, surcharges, and appraisals, and conducting thorough analyses of risk-return trade-offs. Course Structure and Assessment Guidelines Watch this video to gain further insight. Navigating the MSBM Study Portal Watch this video to gain further insight. Interacting with Lectures/Learning Components Watch this video to gain further insight. Real Estate Investment and Finance Proficiency Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic. Real Estate Investment and Finance Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct. All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audienc, Real Estate Investment Analyst Financial Analyst - Real Estate Real Estate Portfolio Manager Investment Strategist in Real Estate Real Estate Finance Manager Commercial Real Estate Financial Analyst Real Estate Investment Consultant Mortgage Analyst Real Estate Investment Associate Finance Director - Property Investments Average Completion Time 2 Weeks Accreditation 3 CPD Hours Level Advanced Start Time Anytime 100% Online Study online with ease. Unlimited Access 24/7 unlimited access with pre-recorded lectures. Low Fees Our fees are low and easy to pay online.

Professional Certificate Course in Real Estate Investment and Finance in London 2024
Delivered Online On Demand14 days
£26

Estate Agent : Estate Agent

By Training Tale

Estate Agent: Estate Agent When people think of buying or selling a property, the first thing that comes to mind is an Estate Agent. They are the guide who assists clients with every aspect of a sale, from property hunting to closing the deal. They also assist clients in finding their dream house, which can be a very rewarding and enjoyable profession. Our Estate Agent: Estate Agent course is designed for anyone interested in becoming an estate agent or working for an estate agency. The course begins with basic Estate Agent knowledge and gradually shares expertise knowledge. This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Estate Agent, including key concepts and strategies. The advanced knowledge you will gain in this Estate Agent Diploma will be extremely valuable and will enable you to establish the meaningful career you have always desired. [ Note: Free PDF certificate will provide as soon as completing the Estate Agent course ] Detailed course curriculum of Estate Agent: Estate Agent Module 01: Basic Knowledge of Estate Agents Module 02: Business Planning Module 03: Ownership of Real Estate Module 04: Acquisition of Ownership Module 05: Other Rights to Property Module 06: Land Use Control Module 07: Environmental Liability Module 08: Leases Module 09: Making Your First Real Estate Investment Module 10: How to Determine a Good Deal? Module 11: How to Write Money-Making Contracts Module 12: The Art of the Deal: Negotiations Module 13: How to Sell Your Property Module 14: Tax Module 15: Real Estate Finance Module 16: Regulation of Estate Agents Assessment Method After completing each module of the Estate Agent: Estate Agent Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Certification After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this Estate Agent: Estate Agent course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99. Who is this course for? Estate Agent: Estate Agent This Course is ideal for anyone looking to start a career as an estate agent or work for an estate agency. There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. Requirements There are no specific requirements for this Estate Agent Course because it does not require any advanced knowledge or skills. Career path Estate Agent: Estate Agent After completing this Estate Agent: Estate Agent course, you will gain in-depth knowledge about real estate and you will be able to pursue a variety of rewarding career opportunities. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included

Estate Agent : Estate Agent
Delivered Online On Demand8 hours
£12
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Property Overview Ltd

property overview ltd

Hove

Property Overview – Property Insight. We create training courses reflecting our ethos of excellence and enthusiasm, offering courses ranging from generalist to specialist & in-depth. We serve a global audience. Courses range from an introduction to property in all shapes and sizes to specialist courses. All are available on-line or face-to-face, and all are interactive and fully engaging. Courses include residential, retail, general commercial, investment, leasing, equity and debt. We also have foundation knowledge courses on real estate valuations, developments, corporate real estate, unlisted (Private Equity) funds & vehicles, commercial real estate debt, and dissecting property cash flows in all its shapes, sizes and purposes. We train people across the spectrum: ranging from those with no property experience or formal training to qualified surveyors with several decades worth of experience and senior managers, investment committee and board members. We offer our insight, experience and expertise coupled with enthusiasm and humour. We offer thoroughly enjoyable courses and consistently receive rave reviews. Our trainers don’t simply teach theory from a book they got off the shelf. We write all our own material, and trainers share real-life stories and experience, which brings the theory to life. See Our Team to see our huge network of expert trainers, who are down-to-earth practitioners, sometimes with a touch of academia. They are trusted, renowned specialists in their fields, and can offer insight & experience in a way that other training companies cannot. We deliver public courses on-line, or in central London and in Edinburgh. We tend to teach our in-house tailor-made courses in person within the UK, and online across the rest of the world. We can deliver modules split across days to fit into your diaries and time zones if taught online. We have a proven track record providing training to companies such as Altus, Avison Young, AVIVA, Blackrock, Capita Land, CBRE, Colliers, CoStar, Coyote Software, Datscha, The Crown Estate, Cushman & Wakefield, EPRA, Forbury, Future of London, Gerald Eve, Green Street Advisors, Infabode, Knight Frank, LaSalle IM, Legal & General IM, M&G, Mitie, MSCI, Oxford Economics, PGIM, PMA, RCA, Savills, Schroders, Source8 and USS.

Property SQ2

property sq2

BEST PRACTICE TRAINING IN THE PROPERTY INDUSTRY   Property SQ2 Limited is a leading provider of online education and training courses related to the property business.  We are registered with the CPD service and proud members of the Property Educators Accreditation Scheme. Between us we have 25 years experience in Property Investment and the Property Industry, and over 20 years experience training people in skills and techniques for best practice in the industry via a combination of face to face, live online, on demand and 1-2-1 training events. TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE From building a retirement pot, to replacing your current income. Property is the vehicle to create financial freedom, choice and security Drawing on over 30 years of property and business experience with over 20 years of training, coaching and mentoring people in property investment strategies,  Our training courses and 1-2-1 coaching and mentoring solutions are here to help you succeed in the property business. Whatever your goal, whatever your background, whatever your experience. Whether you want to... * Build a safe and sustainable portfolio to bolster your retirement pot * Create a passive income to generate job-leaving level profits * Learn how to add value and recycle your precious savings through multiple property deals * Need a way into the property industry without a big deposit we can help. ARDEN HANLEY                                                                          Arden Hanley is a property investor, business owner, consultant and trainer. Having experience across multiple property investment strategies and related businesses such as lettings management, sourcing and property consultancy. A landlord and business owner for 20 years, trainer, mentor and coach to the property industry for 12 years, member of the Property Educators Accreditation scheme and a CPD trainer, Arden has not only extensive experience in the industry, but also a track record of using that experience to train others to achieve their property goals. Buy To Let & Social Housing  With previous buy-to-let experience in Australia, Arden was immediately drawn to this as a primary strategy. Today, Arden has an extensive buy to let portfolio in the UK that he has built in Northampton, Nottingham and Hull. He has a range of houses for family lets, rented to both working tenants and within the social housing sector, and flats serving the young professional market. Arden says, “I think buy to let is the foundation of any successful property portfolio and this part of my portfolio was what allowed me to first achieve financial freedom. I think every investor needs to learn the fundamentals of buy to let, even if they ultimately choose to focus on other strategies within their portfolio because there are so many simple but important lessons to learn around being a good landlord and managing tenants effectively that you get from understanding this core strategy.”  HMO & Rent To Rent                         HMO was a natural progression from initial Buy to Let purchases to “increase my cash flow and take advantage of market conditions in my target area at that time being Nottingham.” With an extensive HMO portfolio, his preference are a larger number of smaller HMOs i.e. 4-6 tenants rather than a smaller number of large HMOs, although he has experience of both. How can an investor make this strategy work for them? “I believe HMO provides an excellent income stream and if done correctly can be a very stable income stream as well. I think the key to a successful HMO is setting it up correctly from the outset to make it as attractive and user friendly for tenants, and identify potential cost centres or savings before tenants go in and empowering my lettings agents to put together the right tenant mix to create a harmonious environment.”  Distressed Property & Adding Value  Every property that Arden has purchased has been distressed to some degree, as he says “I believe this is the one true route to make money out of property.” He has applied the lessons he has learnt on smaller projects as he has moved on to larger more complex investment properties. It’s also given him the opportunity to work with distressed sellers which he regards as a core skill in a property investor’s arsenal. As Arden says, “With a distressed seller, you are a solution provider trying to create a win/win situation where you can offer a route for the seller to sell the property that removes their financial burden, while at the same time offering an opportunity for you as an investor to make a fair profit.”  Commercial to Residential & Development                         As his confidence has grown, so has Arden’s willingness to commit to more complicated projects and he has successfully adopted commercial to residential conversions as a strategy since 2013 primarily working with either disused retail or office space which is in abundance in the UK. It’s not hard to see the appeal, as Arden says, “I find that there is a huge opportunity for value uplift in this strategy as the closer you get to effectively a shell, the more opportunities you have to make money.’                     Portfolios                    There are a number of options for approaching the acquisition of a portfolio, whether it’s title splitting a block of flats, via a freehold/leasehold strategy, organising a share buyout of a property company, or structuring a staggered sale to maximise buyer and seller value and tax savings. Arden has experience dealing with the simple acquisition of a portfolio to the complex and sometimes challenging world of dealing with portfolios in trouble, direct to owners, via agents, liquidators or administrators.                     Complimentary businesses and deal structuring  Having an interest in a lettings agency, experience running a sourcing business/property consultancy for 7 years and working with multiple business partners has taught Arden the value of building business clusters to support each other and working with business partners and private investors to make business happen. ‘Property deals can come together from your own resources, time and effort, but as your ambitions grow and the opportunities get bigger, it’s important to think about how private finance and joint ventures can create profit for you and your partners. I’d rather have a cut of something than the whole of nothing.’  Mentorship & Training               For Arden, it’s an honour to be invited to mentor to share his knowledge with others which provides enormous, personal satisfaction. Even though he’s not naturally outgoing, Arden admits that “As a self-confessed property geek, if you ask me questions about property, I’m happy to talk for days.” He encourages his mentees to “Soak up as much as you can from people who have done it before and been successful. Soak up the knowledge for sure, but also the motivation and mindset.” He concludes, “I don't think there is any better way to start in property than to work side by side with someone who has been where you are starting from and has proved how to make it work.”  CHRIS CORMACK Chris Cormack is a property investor and business owner with a vast experience working with people to develop their property investments and business growth. Helping people to succeed has been a large part of his business focus over the last 16 years as a mentor, trainer and coach. His understanding of the industry through building his own portfolio across a range of strategies enables him to work with clients around their goals so they achieve whichever outcome they are looking for. Chris is recognised within the property industry and is member of the Property Educators Accreditation scheme and is CPD certified. From a standing start in November 2004 Chris built his property business across various strategies within the property industry. Property had a great appeal for 5 reasons: 1. Being his own boss  2. Recurring monthly income  3. Large lump sums of income 4. Long term capital growth 5. Opportunity to help others benefit from the same reasons 1-4. BUY TO LET & SOCIAL HOUSING  Chris believes "Buy To Lets are the foundation to any successful property portfolio because it's the quickest way to generate income while you learn the initial fundamentals of the business. Demand is high across the country for BTL which other strategies don't necessarily have. Within our portfolio we have a wide mix of tenants including families, couples, singles as well as fixed term guaranteed social housing contracts." Understanding the industry and our responsibilities is paramount and gives us the necessary grounding to progress income across other strategies. A number of his properties have been used as serviced accommodation through a commercial contract. These have resulted in guaranteed income, ensuring a hands off pain free outcome. HMO  Chris continues "For larger income, having HMOs brings considerable changes to your monthly bank account which was our natural progression. A major learning moving into HMOs was all the necessary fire requirements and additional management needs. These of course add costs which are not present with your BTL's. Having this knowledge prior to committing to this strategy is important along with a deep understanding of who will be your tenant market. Generally this is less flexibility so more targeted research initially is imperative to achieve your successful outcome. ADDING VALUE & FLIPS Lump sums of income is an area Chris has targeted when buying properties, modernising them and selling them. A key component to achieve these returns is looking to see where true value can be added, increasing value is paramount here. His view on this is that while it generates substantial income it also gives the opportunity to allow faster growth within his portfolio. Having addition capital to invest gives a wider deal choice and opportunities to structure deals. "Having greater tools while in front of a motivated seller allows you the facility to be more creative especially if you can offer a solution to their current situation." STRUCTURING SOLUTIONS  Over the years he has been able to structure deals which has helped the seller which in turn helped him dramatically reduce initial capital to acquire the property. "The key is to focusing on them, the seller and come to a win, win scenario." Achieving this has added numerous properties to the portfolio.  With a deal seeing what is really there gives Chris an edge. Where most people see a single outcome in a deal Chris likes to look for multiple outcomes across strategies. As his experience has developed the confidence has taken him into larger projects which can deliver multiple opportunities. Understanding the finance and tax implication can give additional advantages. Having bought a portfolio with land created multiple flip opportunities which resulted in the land cost him nothing, free land. Having free land gave him further choices around planning. Sell with planning or build out and sell with a decision based on whichever gives the greater return for time/money invested. MENTORSHIP, COACHING AND TRAINING Chris has been mentoring property investors since 2007. He himself had the benefit of a mentor and fully understands how it accelerates your portfolio growth, "money well spent" and that's from a Scotsman....! "It was a privilege to be asked and was something I had wanted to do, so I enthusiastically jumped at the chance." Being able to pass on market experience, as well as working with people to develop the best strategy for them is extremely rewarding. Sometimes it's the smallest thing that creates the biggest impact and it does not matter if you are new or have some experience in property, accessing another person's experience is a springboard to a new set of outcomes, for the better.