Investment knowledge

The following pages discuss five basic topics of relevance for the real estate investment industry.  First, we take a closer look at the functional chain.  It explains on which levels the decisions affecting asset value are made and helps understanding the roles and responsibilities of the various players in the market.  The following sections outline the framework for real estate strategy definition and risk management.  Then a best practice for investing in real estate is defined, regarding the conceptual investment alternatives.  Finally, the benefits and risks of real estate investments are discussed.