Land Development Model, An Appraisal and Valuation Tool

This is a simple, powerful, and inexpensive land development model. It is the result of an effort to create an appraisal and valuation tool that:

1). Estimates the profitability of 'single and multi-phase' land subdivisions at once;

2). Extends analysis beyond 'gross profit' to 'profit before tax', resulting in an interest cost calculation based on the cumulative effect of the absorption rate, project duration, lender loan requirements, length of the initial construction period, seller financing, interest rate fluctuations during the project period, phasing decisions, land purchase option alternatives, and residual land;

3). Allows for quick and easy 'what-if' analysis on all land development components - above and below the gross profit level.

The land development model requires Excel to run and is delivered over the internet at the time of purchase.

You can't go wrong for just $75.00!

How is the model structured?

Analysis of up to three phases in one step;

Project duration up to ten years;

Excel functionality (save-as, print, passwords);

Development components entered on single input page;

Output pages generated simultaneously with input;

Links provide easy access to and from all model pages;

Profitability measures visible on input page;

Model Consistency section;

Visible and hidden worksheets (password protected);

Includes take off page for pre-model entry.

What can I do with the model?

Analyze single and multi-phase subdivisions;

What-if analysis on all development components;

Analyze effect of absorption on profitability;

Evaluate and estimate option value;

Make phasing decisions;

Estimate profit by year, phase, and project;

Estimate interest cost by year, phase, and project;

Estimate land value based on target profit ratio;

Generate, save, and print profit tables;

Generate, save, and print cash flow tables;

Generate, save, and print lot sale schedules;

Analyze effect of seller financing on profit;

Analyze effect of seller financing on equity-in;

Insert historical project information to model;

Extract rates and ratios from the market;

Recognize timeline concept of development process;

Evaluate the effect of interest rate trends;

Demonstrate concept of leverage;

Demonstrate concept of time value of money;

Save project scenarios under unique filenames;

Analyze profit before tax;

Analyze individual owner profit after tax;

Estimate return on equity;

Create profit tables under multiple scenarios;

Conduct cost/benefit analysis;

AND more ....

The land development model allows for one-step analysis of subdivisions with one, two, and three phases; or analysis of an unlimited number of phases one phase at a time.

Given the model's capacity for simple 'what-if' analysis over the full spectrum of land development components, combined with its user-friendly excel functionality, any number of related project scenarios and associated model results may easily be produced, compared, and saved under distinct filenames in a matter of minutes with just a few keystrokes.

The land development model may be used by real estate appraisers, real estate agents, lenders, developers, other professionals or anyone having an interest in the subdivision process. A little real estate knowledge will be helpful but is certainly not necessary. A novice can work with this model. Once you work your way through the Input Page two or three times you will have it -- besides, in addition to a Model Consistency section, there is a "directing" and "correcting" prompt column that keeps you right on track.

A sample land development project - a tutorial - is incorporated to the website. It demonstrates first the input of land development components and second the significant output capacity of the model.

Note that the land development model is not intended to be a several hundred or multi thousand dollar software package, nor is it purported to be a substitute for such products. But unless you are in the business on a daily basis the cost of some products can be prohibitive - not to mention the steep learning curve that often comes with more sophisticated products. We think even the most experienced practitioners may find this model useful.

This model is straightforward, fast-working and inexpensive - and completely refundable if you are not satisfied with the product. Before you click away from us, look again at what you can do with the model. We think it's a bargain.

You can't go wrong for $75.00!

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