Ian Formigle CommunityVoice I Forbes Real Estate Councili

Sept. 20, 2018

When it comes to real estate investing in single-family residences (SFRs) versus commercial real estate (CRE), there is a common misperception of grouping the two into the single broader category of "real estate investing." Grouping in this manner assumes that both types of real estate provide similar exposure to the third largest asset class (excluding cash). While more experienced investors may understand that these two categories of real estate, in fact, differ greatly from an investment thesis perspective, they often struggle to articulate the core, underlying difference that differentiates them. Let's break down the value components of SFRs versus CRE and explore the single fundamental difference that is a unique and primary driver of value for CRE. Read more at Forbes.