Course Overview
A core component to any real estate deal is understanding the strategies and implications of the interest rate associated with the loan. It’s never just as simple as two options with a fixed rate or a floating rate. Take Cues from the Market: When to Use Fixed vs. Floating Interest Rates is a 4-week course that will help you gain a greater comprehension of the various types of interest rates offered, as well as how to confidently decide when a fixed rate or a floating rate will be more advantageous to your particular deal. After completing this course you’ll be able to understand the key differences between fixed vs. floating interest rates and broaden your perspective on when and how to use them in evaluating a deal.
Who Should Attend?
This course is introductory, and geared towards first-year CRE analysts and recent graduates of 4-year real estate, finance, or business undergraduate programs. It is also suitable for advanced CRE professionals looking to refresh their skills. The recommended prerequisite for this course is Debt and Equity Optimization.
Virtual On-Demand Learning
This course will be delivered virtually through on-demand learning modules and assignments.
Course Topics
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Module 1: Understand the Nuance: The Various Facets of Interest Rates
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Module 2: Fixed Interest Rate: What it is and When It’s the Right Choice
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Module 3: Floating Interest Rate: What it is and When It’s the Right Choice
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Module 4: See Them in Action: Three Case Studies