Real Estate Transactions

Abstract

Real estate is the biggest fixed asset class in an economy. Real estate has several specific characteristics that highly impact how real estate markets function. In this chapter, we specify real estate transactions and deduct the key reasons and concepts of a real estate due diligence process. We identify the origins, legal concepts and objectives of a real estate due diligence. This includes a systematic analysis of real estate risks and a sketch of a typical due diligence process.