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The Syndication Bible, March 20, 2008 By  Marc Tavakoli Samuel Freshman's "Principles of Real Estate Syndication" covers the syndication process and all related issues from A to Z. The book is extremely informative and a must for anyone who wants to get into the syndication business... and even for those who already are. It is clearly written and concise... the exhibits are especially helpful.

 

Accessible to Anyone, December 29, 2007 By  C. Utsunomiya Practical and accessible information that anyone can understand and apply. Mr. Freshman illustates his points in a way that makes his points clear even to a beginner. It's a must-read for anyone who is looking to venture into this area.

 

The Sage of Real Estate Syndicates, December 7, 2007 By  Corey S. Nathan  Sam Freshman has an amazing ability to communicate so much with an economy of words even the "freshman" real estate buff can appreciate. His book and his wisdom are worth every penny and more.

 

A MUST READ FOR REAL ESTATE INVESTORS AND THOSE INTERESTED IN SYNDICATION, November 21, 2007 By  John K. Rachlin (California, USA)  Whether you're an experienced real estate investor, an aspiring real estate investor or simply interested in learning how to generate wealth through the art of real estate syndication, this book is a must-read. The author of this book, Samuel K. Freshman, is speaking from experience when he sets out the blue print for making money through real estate investment and syndication. His no-nonsense, non-hyped and practical writing style and advise makes this book an easy and interesting read. If you are serious about making money in real estate, read this book.

 

The Real Deal, November 5, 2007 By  P. Feldman   Throw out all the your get rich quick guides! This book explains in simple and easy to understand language the preparation, execution, and practices that must be taken to become successful in the field. I truly believe this book, if properly followed, can make anybody who reads it substantial amounts of money.

 

Great Reference Book, October 19, 2007 By  Diane Arrigoni This book is a must read for both the seasoned professional and the amateur. For the amateur, it's a great way to start out. The book is easy to follow and provides information to get you well on your way to becoming a successful Syndicator. For the seasoned professional, it's a great way to refresh your memory and provides good tips. For both, it's a must have reference guide.

 

An excellent guidebook for venturing into Real Estate Syndication, October 16, 2007 By  Kristen M. Zimmerman "Sunset Bay Investments LLC" (Manhattan Beach, CA) I have been working in commercial real estate for my entire career (over 15 years) for private companies with portfolios ranging from 50-1500 apartment units. When I ventured out on my own into the world of real estate syndication, Sam Freshman's book provided me with a roadmap to follow. I am currently in the process of raising capital for my first syndicated deal and I find myself constantly referring back to the pages of his book as I go through the process. It is quite a learning curve but has been a much smoother ride having this resource by my side. I have been able to ask more educated questions of my attorneys and advisors and have been able to provide better answers to potential investors with greater confidence. This is a great reference for seasoned real estate professionals as well as undergrad or post graduates going into the real estate field.

 

The only book on real estate syndication that you need to read., September 13, 2007 By  Michael Saleh (Los Angeles, CA) While searching for information on forming real estate syndications, Samuel Freshman's "Principles of Real Estate Syndication" continually popped up as the authority on the subject. After reading it, I have to agree that anyone seriously interested in investing in or forming a real estate syndication would be best served buying this book. It is a thorough review and can later be used for reference. There are dozens of real estate investing books out there, but this is clearly the best I've found.

 

Concise and Informative, September 4, 2007 By  William J. Bernfeld As a real professional for over 25 years, I have read numerous "how to" books. Mr. Freshman's book covers aspects of real estate sydications overlooked by many other authors. The book is well laid out. The first chapter, "What is a Syndicate," provides an excellent roadmap for the book, setting out with clear charts and graphs, the economic fundamentals of a syndication and the incentive for utilizing this type of investment vehicle. By the time the book concludes, the reader has an in depth understanding of the syndication process - from acquisition, to financing, tax considerations, marketing, management, securities issues, disposition, illustrative forms and more. The book is both comprehensive and authoritative - a must read for anyone who contemplates investing in a syndication or becoming a syndicator.

 

Principles of Real Estate Syndication, August 20, 2007 By  Deborah Wilkinson (Santa Monica, CA USA) If you want to understand Real Estate, Entertainment and Oil and Gas Syndication, this is the book for you. It's Author, the leading expert in Real Estate Syndication, has written this book in a clear, concise and easily understood manner. I wholeheartedly recommend it. Paul J. Wright, Attorney at Law President, British American Business Council Los Angeles

THE Encyclopedia Manual on Syndication!, July 30, 2007 By  John P. Hannan This book is an excellent resource to have on hand for anyone in the Syndication business regardless if their Offerings are real estate, oil & gas, or entertainment driven. The principles and concepts shared are universal to all forms and types of Syndications. I especially like chapter 21 on "how to analyze an Offering" as it lists a series of great questions to ask when doing due diligence on a specific program. John P. Hannan Managing Member JP Hannan Group, LLC

 

Principles of Real Estate Syndication, July 29, 2007 By  M. Butz Samuel K. Freshman's book Principales of Real Estate Syndication is well worth the read. It is a treasure trove of information for anyone who wants to learn about the the steps involved in real estate syndication. The book is easy to understand and filled with several excellent examples of the topics discussed. In addition, Freshman makes things easy for the reader with his extensive glossary of business terms. This is a hands on book that provides those interested in the complex world of real estate with excellent information to prepare them for wise investments.

 

From the master, July 24, 2007 By  Heidi Clingen (Southern California) This book is the definitive, "last word" on real estate syndication, straight from the voice of 50 years experience. Mr. Freshman provides a lucid, step-by-step manual to help successfully navigate this complex terrain. I would suggest, don't even think about syndication until you've first poured over this text by the master.

 

Practical, Well Organized & Understandable, July 23, 2007 By  Michael J. Maloney "Real Estate Developer, At... This is a "must read" book for anyone interested in a real estate career or anyone in the business who wants to exponentially increase his\her transactional knowledge and know how. The author has written a practical treatise covering every material element one should understand in structuring and managing a sophisticated real estate syndication. It's well written, easy to comprehend and offers the reader a strategic insight into a complex business form. Buy the book.

 

Comprehensive and Easy to Understand, July 16, 2007 By  G. Kovacevich (La Jolla, CA) Judging from the title alone, you might assume you would need to have a rather thorough understanding of the real estate business in order to fully grasp the subject matter in this book. Not so. While the business of real estate syndication is complex to say the least, the author has done a wonderful job of creating a VERY comprehensive resource that is surprisingly easy to understand. The material is very well organized, starting with the basics and moving on from there in a most logical fashion. Check out the Table of Contents by clicking on the "search inside this book" link above and you'll see what I mean. I particularly liked the fact that the chapters are concise and to the point, making the concepts addressed therein easy to understand and digest before moving on to the next. Helpful illustrations and examples are provided throughout to help the reader quickly grasp some of the more difficult concepts. For me, another great thing about this book is the fact that it is written by someone who has enjoyed significant, long-term success in the business of real estate syndication (read about the author by clicking on the "search inside this book" link and then clicking on "back cover"). It's kind of like reading an essay on investing by Warren Buffett--you know you are learning from a true expert, not someone professing to be an expert. I recommend this book to anyone interested in real estate investing.

 

Great Real Estate Text, July 9, 2007 By  Stephen Morita "smorita1555" (Los Angeles, CA)   This book is a great reference guide to the real estate industry and in particular, gives great advice concerning real estate syndication. I am currently an undergraduate at USC with a duel emphasis in Real Estate Finance and Investment/Financial Markets. I learned a lot about property syndication from reading this book. It is well-organized and has a detailed section with useful definitions. The book might appear thick, but it is easy to read and understand. Freshman goes into great detail over many subjects, but he doesn't lose the big picture, which I think is a common mistake. Reading his book, you are able to easily understand the connections between many different aspects of real estate and gain a great overall understanding of real estate syndication. Freshman's in-depth knowledge of the real estate industry is reflected in this text, the information presented is very accurate and honest. There is even a little law included in the text that is helpful when doing real estate syndication. Reading this book was great for my education, it reinforced many things I've already learned and taught me many new details about the real estate industry.

 

A Comprehensive Introduction, July 8, 2007 By  S. Pillai (USA)  The shelves of the "business section" in today's bookstores are littered with unrealistic get-rich-quick manuals and vague "motivational" works that are of relatively little practical value. But Samuel Freshman's "Principles of Real Estate Syndication" stands apart from the pack. The author systematically introduces an array of concepts and principles relating to the real estate market: syndication, asset appreciation, debt management, tax considerations, etc. The material covered might seem somewhat foreign to a casual reader with limited previous understanding of financial concepts, but Sam Freshman includes a large number of helpful examples. Several concise appendices further enhance the value of this book. Even if you are not explicitly interested in real estate, you will still find value in this book. Its thorough examination of legal factors reflects Sam Freshman's background as a lawyer, and syndication can be used (as the book explains) to purchase and manage a considerable variety of different assets. "Principles of Real Estate Syndication" is written in a style that combines the readability of a front shelf non-fiction work with the illustrative detail of a textbook. I recommend it to both prospective real estate syndicators and individuals with a more general interest in the topic. You will not be disappointed!

 

A great reference and how-to-do source, July 6, 2007 By  Patricia L. Bates (Encino, CA, USA)  Sam Freshman's Principles of Real Estate Syndication is "the" instruction manual for this type of venture - a compelling synthesis of practical and technical advice and legal analysis. I recommend the book to anyone involved in real estate or other syndications - attorneys, accountants, bankers, investors, syndicators, students, and more. Patricia Bates, CPA, Encino, CA

 

A must read for the beginer syndicator, July 5, 2007 By  Jacob Segal (Los Angeles)   A very valuable book on the art of acquiring and syndicating investment real estate from an experienced sponsor. The Exhibits and Appendixes will save you some attorney's fees.

 

A Must Read for Investors, July 3, 2007 By  Stephanie A. Yoshida "syoshida" (Pasadena, CA USA)  Samuel K. Freshman's Principles of Real Estate Syndication is a great primer for anyone interested in investments, particularly in the realm of real estate. The ideas and suggestions for successful real estate ventures are extremely valuable (the author writes with an extremely successful record of experience in the field), and they're easy to follow, with plenty of examples and illustrations. Principles of Real Estate Syndication is replete with detailed and thorough definitions, which makes the book even more easily digestible to the novice and experienced professionals in investments. I recommend this book wholeheartedly to anyone interested in real estate syndication.

Principles of Making Money in Real Estate, June 29, 2007 By  John Thomas This book could be titled, "How to build a real estate empire." The book provides practical information and advice on avoiding common mistakes. This book is a must read for anybody who wants to create a real estate investment business.

 

Great Book, June 27, 2007 By  Adam S. Berns (Los Angeles, CA)  As an attorney and real estate investor, I have only the highest praise for Mr. Freshman's book. I learned quite a bit. Most impressive to me was the way that Mr. Freshman illustrated the theory in the book with practical examples and even provides many useful forms. I'd recommend this book highly both to sophisticated investors as well as those that are new to the syndication arena.

 

Value Creation - A Look Into The Present, June 18, 2007 By  Michelle L. Dornfest (California) Value Creation - A Look Into The Present As a female entrepreneur and business owner of a real estate development company, I have had many opportunities to implement Samuel K. Freshman's ideas for financing and development projects which are bringing about substantial growth for our company. The Principles of Real Estate Syndication is extremely valuable to me. I have recommended it to C.E.O.'s of development companies whenever asked by anyone interested in real estate syndication for an authoritative work on the subject. The book is a real estate reference book that should be a permanent fixture in every office. The glossary is extremely extensive with great definitions. Sam's insight, acumen and depth of real estate experience has already been tested with great success as practical working tool for those active in the industry. He lectures in law schools and business schools throughout California. You will discover new real estate opportunities that you never knew were possible.