Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation

A 5 day course to create an awareness of:

  • Globalization of economies
  • International capital flow
  • Effects of currency exchange on transactions
  • Basic principles and trends in international investment
  • U.S. regulation of inbound investment
  • Cross-cultural relationships
  • Diversity and inclusive real estate practices
  • Marketing and business planning strategies
  • Roles and expectations in international transactions


Certified Foreign Investment Specialist (CFIS) designation

A 6 credit hour course.

This course will share:

  • How to expand your business globally.
  • How to work with the International Investor in commercial real estate and the EB-5 Green Card Program.
  • Upon completion of this course, students will take an online examination and will receive a completion certification as well as usage of the CFIS Logos for marketing purposes.

How to buy and sell land in the USA

A 3 credit hour course.

This course will share:

  • The land Acquisition
  • The Acquisition Process
  • Property Research
  • Property Description
  • Land sizes and Surveys
  • Pricing and Marketing Land

Capitalization Rate

A 3 credit hour course

This course will explain:

  • What is Capitalization Rate?
  • What is Cost Replacement?
  • What is Market Comparison?
  • What is Net Operating Income?
  • When we use Cap rate?
  • How to calculate Cap Rates?
  • The different ways to Calculate CR.
  • How to use CR to find good properties?
  • Judging Commercial Properties using CR vs other methods.

Business Brokerage, How to buy or sell a business in the USA

A 3 credit hour course.

This course will share:

  • How to buy a Business.
  • How to sell a Business.
  • How to value a Business.
  • What Qualifications and Licenses are needed?
  • Preparing a business for sale.
  • Franchise Sale and Resale.
  • The forms and marketing that put it all together.

How to make money in Commercial Real Estate

A 3 credit hour course

This course is designed to help Agents/Brokers to do more Commercial Real Estate Transactions.

  • Definition of Commercial Real Estate.
  • Types of Commercial Properties.
  • The differences between commercial and residential sale.
  • The common pitfalls of a RE business deal.
  • Using a commercial broker.
  • Brokers’ compensation.
  • Using purchase contract.
  • Using the right Tools the smart way.

How Foreign Investors can buy Real Estate in USA

A 3 credit hour course

This course will share:

  • Playing the Small Market Game.
  • Five Moves to increase your odds for Success.
  • Ways to approach bankers, builders, and businesses.
  • How Foreign Investors Can Buy Real Estate in the USA.
  • How to Network Internationally.
  • What is FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act).
  • Understanding the Tax Ramifications of Real Estate Investment.
  • How to draft a Business Plan.
  • What are Foreign Investor financing options?

How to sell or buy Income Producing Property:

A 3 credit hour course

This course will go over different properties:

  • Shopping Centers.
  • Retail Stores.
  • Gas Stations.
  • Office Buildings.
  • Limited Service Hotels.
  • Full Service Hotels.
  • Special Purpose Properties