Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)

• Linda is an expert in the commercial and investment real estate market
• If you own, invest, or use commercial real estate, you need a CCIM
• Only 7500 professionals are designated as CCIM in North America

Recognition of Excellence

• CCIM curriculum reveals core knowledge of commercial investment practitioners
• Ability to deal with the diversity in the market/industry
• Four Courses of Distinction

Financial Analysis

• Market Analysis
• User Decision Analysis
• Investment Analysis for Commercial Investment Real Estate

Continuing Education in a Dynamic Business

• Resume of closed transaction and consultations demonstrating depth of experience
• Comprehensive Examination to Earn CCIM designation
• Linda is proficient in theory and practice
• Continuing education after the CCIM designation is earned to master new subjects in the dynamic business of real estate

Most Coveted and Respected Designation in the Business

• Only six percent of the estimated 125,000 commercial real estate practitioners hold this designation
• Membership mirrors the changing nature of the industry
• CCIM’s complete approximately 156,000 transactions annually representing $400 billion
• There are 12 CCIM regions representing 1,000 cities
• The CCIM designation was established in 1969
• Courses leading to the designation are now offered throughout the world

Benefit from my expertise as a CCIM and rely on me for information and service in the following areas:

Overview of Commercial Investment Real Estate

• Recognize the features of the different commercial real estate types
• Understand the space, capital, and property value markets
• Identify resources and data needed to analyze and market commercial properties
• Estimate net operating income and cash flow after taxes

Commercial Leases

• Review common leases clauses and costs that impact the bottom line for the owner and tenant

The Basics of Investment Analysis

• Review the fundamentals of investing
• Apply compounding and discounting techniques to investment decisions
• Calculate net operating income (NOI) using source data
• Calculate the impact of time value of money on investment performance
• Calculate the internal rate of return for a variety of investment scenarios

Mortgage Loans

• Evaluate mortgage loans using compounding and discounting techniques
• Calculate amortization values (mortgage payment, loan balance, interest, principal and different amortizing periods)
• Target appropriate financing sources
• Know the criteria lenders use to evaluate a loan application

Real Estate Taxation

• Review real estate taxation issues
• Calculate tax liabilities from “tax world” and “real world” perspectives
• Understand the difference between taxable income and cash flow before taxes
• Shelter taxable income through cost recovery

The Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation is conferred by the CCIM Institute to real estate professionals who complete a challenging education program, pass a Comprehensive Examination and demonstrate experiential requirements. CCIMs demonstrate expertise in commercial real estate brokerage, asset management, valuation, and investment analysis. The CCIM designation was established in 1969 by visionary professionals who worked to establish a network of ethical, professional practitioners. Today, the network includes more than 7,000 designated professionals, and the designation is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious real estate designations in the world.

Designation Requirements

Candidates for the CCIM designation must complete one of the two curriculum options: The general candidacy program (four core courses for a total of 12 core credits plus three elective credits) or the Fast Track program (an accelerated program available to candidates who have earned a qualifying designation). Those under the general candidacy program must successfully complete the CCIM course work and submit a resume of qualifying experience showing a depth of experience in the commercial field. Each candidate mush document in the resume: at least 10 qualifying activities that total $5 million or more; 20 activities regardless of the total volume; or $30 million in volume regardless of the number of activities. All activities documented must have taken place within five years prior to the resume submittal date. After fulfilling these requirements, the final element needed is to pass a comprehensive examination. Fast Track candidates must successfully complete the four core courses and pass the comprehensive examination within 18 months of the candidacy date.

The CCIM Membership Network

The CCIM network mirrors the increasingly changing nature of commercial real estate. Members include brokers, leasing agents, investment counselors, asset managers, appraisers, corporate real estate executives, property managers, developers, institutional investors, commercial lenders, attorneys, bankers and other allied professionals. Through this business network, and through enhanced communication with the CCIM electronic network, CCIMs successfully complete approximately 60,000 transactions annually, representing more than $54 billion.

The CCIM Electronic Network

Since the debut of www.ccim.com in 1995, CCIMs have taken advantage of technology to increase opportunities in networking and education. The introduction of the Site To Do Business in late 1999 was the latest leap forward in that direction. Exclusive to CCIMs and candidates, the site is an integrated resource of industry and business information. It offers quick access to desirable data from a single location. Through www.ccim.com, designees can send broadcast e-mail lists for property and other business-related information sharing. And, the site now hosts the CCIM/Landauer Investment Trends Quarterly, a quarterly analysis of national transaction data. CCIMs can network with fellow members, other commercial real estate professionals, and CIRE magazine staff through a full array of services including e-mail, forums, and property information services such as CCIMNet. The CCIM Red Book also includes member e-mail addresses.

The Future

CCIMs recognize that technology has not only energized the industry, but changed the way real estate business is transacted. The Institute has taken a leadership role among real estate associations in offering useful and user-friendly electronic tools for designees and candidates. The future holds continued exploration of these electronic frontiers, as today’s CCIMs utilize the CCIM network and technology to advance professional service and growth. By combining the same qualities that marked the designation's founders -- analytical ability, enjoyment of their work, and the ability to grow professionally -- with the technology advantages of the 21st century, CCIMs will remain leaders in the commercial real estate industry and standard bearers of excellence for many years to come.