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June 6, 2023

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Liquidity in Real Estate: Understanding and Managing It

Liquidity – the ease with which an asset can be converted into cash without...

The Nature of Real Estate Liquidity

Unlike stocks, which can be sold within seconds, selling a real estate property can take weeks, months, or even years. This lower liquidity stems from several factors:

  1. High Transaction Costs: Costs such as broker fees, taxes, and legal expenses can be substantial.
  2. Market Dynamics: The real estate market is subject to local market conditions and broader economic trends.
  3. Property Uniqueness: Every property is unique, which can make valuation and finding the right buyer challenging.
  4. Due Diligence Process: Real estate transactions require extensive due diligence, prolonging the sales process.

The Impact of Illiquidity

The illiquidity of real estate impacts both investment strategies and risk management:

  • Investment Horizon: Investors need to consider longer holding periods.
  • Pricing: Illiquidity can lead to price discrepancies between a seller’s expectations and what a buyer is willing to pay.
  • Market Fluctuations: Changes in the market can happen during the lengthy sales process, affecting achievable prices.

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February 7, 2023

7 min video

Introduction to Private Equity Real Estate

Private equity real estate (PERE) is an alternative investment that continues...

Private equity real estate (PERE) is an alternative investment that continues to captivate the interest of investors worldwide for its historical performance and place it fills in a successful portfolio. It involves pooling capital from various investors to directly invest in real estate properties or real estate-related companies.

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