Investing Fundamentals

What is IRR? In simple terms, the internal rate of return is the rate at which an investment is projected to grow. Learn more with our informative article.

Confused about capital calls in private real estate investing? Our expert answers the question, what are capital calls? Click to learn more!

Learn about the ins and outs of the real estate cycle and how to make smart investment decisions. Get started now with CrowdStreet's expert resources.

Learn everything you need to know about preferred return in real estate. We'll explain the different types of preferred returns so you can invest with confidence.

Discover how to diversify your investment portfolio using crowdfunded commercial real estate to assemble a diversified real estate portfolio.

Our guide explains private equity-backed real estate lending funds, providing collateralized loans to qualified borrowers. Click to learn more.

Learn the complexities of the commercial real estate capital stack as explained by industry experts. Read on to understand the capital stack meaning.

Net operating income is the largest single value driver for commercial real estate and can have a dramatic effect on your asset’s value.

This video explains what a cost segregation study is, how it impacts depreciation and why a tax depreciation plan matters when evaluating an offering.

The higher you go in the capital stack, the less likely it is for that layer to receive distributions.