The Final Paper will consist of an analysis of a real estate issue of your choice, but will need to include and focus on one of the following topics:
Changes in the Real Estate Market
Capitalism and Real Estate
Government, Monetary Policy, and Real Estate
Community Growth Patterns and Land Use Controls
Financial and Real Estate Tax Regulations
Changes in the Mortgage Industry
Foreclosures, Banking, and Financial Regulation
Real Estate Development
Real Estate Markets and Economic Depressions
Analyze the current economic landscape impacting your chosen topic. Evaluate recent developments that have impacted this area (i.e. legislation, job market, taxation, etc.). Describe the future outlook of this particular area and what changes need to occur in order to support economic growth. Make sure to support your description using an economic theory or principle that we covered in the course. Support your analysis by citing reference sources and providing examples.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis and includes an overview of the research conceptualization and a self-reflection.
Must use at least five scholarly sources, one of which can be your textbook.
Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Writing Center.
Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.
