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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What model does Green Street use for its stock recommendations?

We use a proprietary IRR-based pricing model honed over 40 years. Our US buy-rated stocks have delivered a 20% annualized return since 1993 — roughly double the universe average. Full model details are in the client Learning Center.

What is a Detailed NAV and Earnings Model?

For each REIT in our coverage universe, Green Street’s Research team produces and maintains a detailed NAV and Earnings model built out in Excel. Our detailed NAVs allow you to go several layers deeper into our analyst’s Excel models for a more granular analysis of key metrics including: income statement and balance sheet adjustments, cap rate build-ups, full development and land bank schedules, JV activity, asset and property management business lines, mark-to-market debt adjustments, same-store metrics, mid-period adjustments, detailed assumptions related to growth forecasts, and more.

Where does Green Street get their cap rate data?

Green Street’s cap rates are proprietary metrics. They represent the views of our Research team at a given point in time and help answer the question, “what cap rate would a given asset or portfolio trade at today?” Our team leverages a number of sources to generate our cap rates: frequent discussions with brokers and with public and private market participants, property tours, and transaction comps data. Coupling the high quality data sources with our seasoned, independent team of analysts exercising their judgement to estimate spot cap rates, we generate our proprietary cap rate times series which help our clients make the best possible decisions.

What is the underlying methodology behind Green Street’s market grades?

How does Green Street value development?

What markets and sectors are covered?

How does Green Street’s data improve investment decisions and support smarter capital allocation?

Can Green Street’s data integrate into my existing systems?

How is data validated?

Can I download data?

How does Green Street ensure accuracy of its data and analytics?

How many REITs are covered?

Can I analyze full REIT portfolios?

How is Green Street’s AVM different from other models?

How are the three valuation approaches combined?

The AVM calculates a final valuation estimate by weighting the results of each approach through a confidence scoring system. Confidence in each approach is determined by a number of factors including the number of provided model inputs. Because of this, the emphasis on each valuation approach can vary significantly from one property to another, depending on the property’s unique characteristics and data availability. The model also offers flexibility by allowing users to adjust the valuation weightings.

What if some information to value a property is not known?

How does your research help with capital allocation?

What makes Green Street different?

Industry-Leading Coverage: Consistent, cross-market analysis spanning public and private CRE in nearly 20 sectors globally. Precision Valuation & Forecasting: Proprietary NAV tools, enhanced with AI-driven modeling, uncover relative value with market-leading accuracy. Public-Private Expertise: Unique comparative and forward-looking insights for capital allocation across listed and private assets. Market Influence & Credibility: Since 1985, the benchmark for independent, predictive CRE intelligence.

What makes Green Street News different from other commercial real estate news sources?

What makes Green Street Advisory different?

Who does Green Street work with?

How does Green Street support IPOs and M&A?

What board member services does Green Street offer?

Which geographies does Green Street News cover?

How quickly do I receive updates from Green Street News on major deals and market shifts?

How does Green Street News support my investment decisions or business decisions?

What makes Green Street’s CPPI unique?

Is there any time lag with price indices?

Is the CPPI weighted or unweighted?

How quickly can I access the Green Street Platform?

How can I get product support?

Who can I contact for media inquiries?

Where can I find the Green Street News Media Kit?

How do I request a demo?

How do I start using Green Street?

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