Key terms in US real estate investing — duplex, cap rate, escrow, syndication, IRR — explained plainly for Israeli investors.
A measure of net operating income compared with purchase price.
Annual cash flow compared with the investor capital actually invested.
A test of whether property income can support the debt payment.
A common ownership structure that should be coordinated with tax advisors.
Property income after operating expenses and before financing and tax.
A neutral holding process for funds or documents until closing conditions are met.
A structure where multiple investors participate in one managed deal.
The local function responsible for tenants, rent, repairs, and reporting.