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Instructor: Doug Bercu, Co-Founder of Timber Development Corp
Location: 5775 Glenridge Dr., Atlanta, GA 30328
Building D | First Floor | Classroom E
Arrival Time: 9:15 AM
Class Time: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Registration closes: Friday, July 17th at 10 AM
Join Doug Bercu for an in-depth course designed to provide licensed real estate professionals with a practical understanding of the financial, analytical, and operational components involved in financing, acquiring, and renovating shopping centers.
Doug is the Co-Founder of Timber Development Corp, with a portfolio consisting of more than 42 shopping centers located across 19 states. Over the course of his 40+ year career in commercial real estate, he has developed more than 3 million square feet of shopping center space.
In addition to being a licensed Georgia real estate broker, Doug is the author of two books, an instructor for the International Council of Shopping Centers, and a featured speaker at numerous universities and industry events.
This course emphasizes:
Lender requirements and financing structures
Underwriting and financial analysis
Investor return metrics
Site evaluation and market analysis
Due diligence procedures
Renovation and repositioning strategies
Real-world commercial case studies
Designed to enhance professional competency in commercial real estate transactions, this course offers actionable insights and practical applications for agents seeking to expand their expertise in shopping center development and investment.
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Attendance & CE Requirements
GREC requires all agents to be on time & present for the full session
Late arrival results in forfeited CE credit
No partial credit given
Dress Code
Professional Business Attire is required
No jeans, shorts, tank-tops, cut-offs, flip-flops, sweat pants, pajama pants, or similar attire is acceptable.
Thank you
We look forward to seeing you in class!
Continuing Education Provided By:
Metro Brokers Academy of Real Estate
School Code: 1018 / School Approval Expires: 12/31/2027
Recruiting is prohibited on the school premises. Report any recruiting efforts to the school director at 404.836.4040
