International Real Estate

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What is international real estate investment?

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Investment in real estate from different countries.

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Which of the following is a type of direct real estate investment (DRE)? A. i-REITs, B. Stock and bonds, C. Shopping centers and hotels, D. Real estate funds

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Shopping centers and hotels

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What is one of the main advantages of indirect real estate (IRE) investments?

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Easier access for international investors.

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Which statement best explains the rationale behind international diversification in real estate investment? A. It minimizes tax liabilities for investors. B. It spreads investment risk across multiple regions to reduce volatility. C. It focuses on a single geographical market to maximize returns. D. It eliminates all risks associated with foreign markets.

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It spreads investment risk across multiple regions to reduce volatility.

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Which is the safest continent in the world currently? A. Asian, B. African, C. Middle East, D. European

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Asian

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What are the main components to be analyzed in an international real estate market analysis?

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Micro-market and macro-market, potential risk, and potential return.

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Which of the following is an example of an indirect real estate investment (IRE)?
A. Direct ownership of a shopping mall.
B. Investment in REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts).
C. Buying a single apartment for rent.
D. Constructing a commercial building.

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Investment in REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts).

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What is one of the main costs associated with indirect real estate (IRE) investments?

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Higher brokerage commissions, taxes, and fund management fees.

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Why might investing in international real estate help reduce an investor’s portfolio risk?

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Different countries experience economic cycles at different times.

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What is one of the risks mentioned in relation to international real estate investment?

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Unfamiliar political and economic environments.