SESSION TOPICS
Session Topics:
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Developing a pro forma
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Understanding market value
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Comparable sales
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Profit by creating value
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Income capitalization
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The pros and cons of leverage
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Tax incentives
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must:
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Be a resident of Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park (no exceptions)
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Be able to attend all class sessions
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Have consistent access to a computer and the Internet
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Be comfortable using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
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Be interested in community-based, real estate development
CURRICULUM
Our curriculum requires participants not only to attend each class session as well as complete all assigned readings and online videos but also requires the completion of a course term project, analyzing qualitative and quantitative reasons for purchasing a residential or mixed-use property.
On Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., BCV hosted a virtual information session regarding "Better Buildings, Better Blocks" and the application process. A recording of this session is provided below for your information.