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What’re the easiest ways to get into real estate private equity in 2025? There are 4 main roads to get into REPE, and I've listed them below in order from easiest to hardest (ironically, this list is also from most to least controversial).   1. Your Dad's Country Club (aka - personal connections) You might hate reading this, but the truth hurts. The easiest way to get into REPE is through a family or friend connection.   We once ran a search for a mid-level acquisitions hire at a 50-person developer. The candidate we found was amazing - checked all the boxes. He lost the job to a new grad from TCU whose father was friends with the CEO ...   2. A Prestigious Education (aka - personal connections) You might also hate reading this ... school pedigree helps. If you have a degree from Harvard or Master in Real Estate from Columbia (or insert any other prestigious degree program), you have an advantage over others for entry-level roles in REPE.   3. "Sell Me This Pen" For those without a silver spoon, brokerage is a great way into the real estate business. It's hard as hell, but hard work wins. The connections you make in brokerage can lead to highly coveted acquisition jobs in REPE.     For those new to brokerage, Marcus & Millichap and Matthews are known for their training programs. They're also a bit of boiler rooms.   4. Entrepreneurship One of my favorite quotes ...   "I am not an entrepreneur because it is easy. I am an entrepreneur because at one point I thought it would be easy." - Someone Really Freaking Wise   I stutter, so sales and cold calling was never an option for me - and I wasn't going to slay listings with my good looks. However, entrepreneurship was my way into the real estate industry, and I know lots of people who have done the same.   Moreover, when you start to get traction, REPE companies start to notice. Fortune favors the bold, and lots of these entrepreneurs land great roles.

We're hiring for an Affordable Development Manager in Nashville, TN! This position will lead the sourcing, origination, and development of affordable housing projects using Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Ideal candidate has: - Strong understanding of 4% and 9% LIHTC programs, including financing structures and compliance requirements. - Experience in site selection, feasibility analysis, entitlements, and construction management. Apply via the link in the comments👇

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Our client is expanding their Transaction Management team in Austin, TX and Nashville, TN! We're hiring two Transaction Analysts to provide critical project management and transaction support to a high-volume real estate team. Strong qualifications include 2-5 years of real estate, leasing, or transaction experience with ability to collaborate in a fast paced environment. Apply through the job postings linked in the comments!

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Underwriting Analyst to join their team! This entry-level position will work closely with the underwriting team to support loan evaluations, analyze third-party reports, manage due diligence items, and help prepare investment memos. Perfect opportunity for someone to grow in commercial real estate finance. Apply via the link in the comments! 🚀

We're looking for an Asset Manager on behalf of a REPE client in Austin, Texas! Join a growing team with a very attractive long term incentive plan. Ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience in asset management or leasing (office, industrial, or retail). Apply at the job post linked in the comments!

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Exciting placements from Q2!

Our client is seeking an Analyst to join their High-Growth CRE Investment Firm based in New York, NY! This high-impact role will support strategy, systems, and operations with the potential to grow into Chief of Staff. We are looking for someone with advanced analytical and modeling skills who can collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple projects. If interested in a foundational opportunity with company-wide exposure, apply via the link in the comments.👇

We're recruiting a Community Manager to join a growing Manufacturing Housing Investment firm in Muncie, Indiana! Perfect fit for someone with... 🛠️ 2+ years of experience in Community Management 🏡 Background in Mobile Home or Manufacturing Housing 🤝 Strong negotiation skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Apply at the job post linked in the comments 👇