Real Estate Readiness

Funding Your Project: Debt

Get a high-level overview of using debt to fund a real estate project. Learn the differences between debt and equity

Securing Site Control

Securing site control gives your organization the legal right to use or develop a property and sets the stage for

Choosing the Right Location

Selecting the right location is critical to amplify your organization’s impact. This session guides you through the key factors to

Defining Your Space Needs

This session helps you connect your organization’s vision and goals to specific space needs. You’ll learn how to identify the

Establishing a Vision

Explore how a strong vision keeps your project focused, guides decisions, and strengthens fundraising. You’ll create a simple statement of

Evaluating Lease vs. Buy

Examine the key considerations for leasing versus buying—strategic alignment, financial impact, risk exposure, flexibility versus control, and responsibilities—and use the

Building Organizational Capacity

Explore the organizational and human capacity required to execute a real estate project. Learn key indicators of leadership and organizational

Navigating the Development Process

Get a high-level overview of the real estate development process for nonprofit leaders considering a new space. You’ll learn the

Understanding What It Takes

Learn how nonprofit leaders can successfully champion real estate efforts from the start. Discover strategies for building a well-rounded team

Introduction to Real Estate Readiness

Designed for flexibility, this series can be explored start-to-finish or by selecting the sessions most relevant to you. Each session

Assessing Your Financial Capacity

Before pursuing a real estate project, it’s essential to understand your organization’s financial foundation. Learn key indicators of financial health,

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