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2017 was a busy, exciting and prosperous year for the City of Cleveland! And 2018 looks even better. After decades of disinvestment and decline as a former rust belt manufacturing mecca, Cleveland is reinventing itself into a 21st century City while leveraging billions of public and private investment into a new and changing economy. A combination of re-purposing and renovating historical buildings, new ground-up construction, entrepreneurs starting businesses and the attraction and relocation of college educated talent is bringing about the rebirth of Cleveland as an emerging and vibrant city. Local and out- of- state developers are investing in Cleveland, turning it into a boomtown while creating excitement that has been written in editorials across the country. From 2011-2015 a total of $8 billion was invested in new development in Cleveland. The project investment included: $1.37 billion on the new hotels; $1.23 billion on mixed-use development projects; $694 million of residential housing; $1.78 billion on “meds & eds” tech structures; $508 million on arts development; $1.4 million on public space, bike paths / trails and public parks such as the transformation of one of Cleveland’s iconic and oldest parks -public square; $982 million on infrastructure improvements with the Innerbelt Bridge construction; and the $451 million on renovation and business attraction such as Link 59. These numbers don’t take into consideration $350 million total dollars AT&T spent building out their Cleveland area network over the last 3- years. Most of this year’s investment for the RNC are permanent and will be left enhancing Cleveland as a smart, connected City. “What we’re seeing is an increase in residents and jobs, and our amenities are performing well,” said Joe Marinucci, president and CEO of the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, a nonprofit that works to improve downtown, including balancing the interests of businesses & residents. With an estimated $19 billion in development completed or planned since 2010. Occupancy rates are at an astonishing 98% and home sales are up 12% year after year. Bonus: you can still buy properties at a fraction of their mid-2000 prices ! Global Investments Incorporation have seen a huge increase in Cleveland sales over the last six months and as local investment continues to increase and unemployment falls we expect this trend to continue over the coming months. Cleveland is becoming known around the country and around the world as a comeback city with billions being invested in infrastructure and development, great suburban schools, parks, culture and so much more. Investors have taken notice of Cleveland, Ohio—and you should, too. If you would like more information on our Cleveland properties please contact Mike or any of the Global team.

GLOBAL LAUNCH THEIR NEW UK NORTH EAST BUY TO LET PRODUCT

Global Investments Incorporated have been the market leader for the last six years in the USA buy to let market and this month they will be launching their own UK buy to let products starting with residential refurbished tenanted properties in the North east of England. With prices starting from as little as £39,900 and net returns as high as 12% the Manchester based firm is excited about there first venture into the UK market. There are many reasons why Overseas Investors are looking at the North of England for their UK portfolios: Whether planning for retirement or opening a second income, investing into property in the North East offers fantastic returns. The last 10 years has seen many people’s life savings stagnate, with record low interest rates being offered by banks. With house prices substantially lower in the North East, this market is accessible for many people who view property as a way to increase their wealth and acquire a tangible asset. Property Prices are Affordable We are able to source off the market deals – with freeholds available on 2/3 bedroom refurbished houses for as little as £39,900 Avoid stamp duty costs by purchasing property below the £40,000 threshold. You have the opportunity to purchase multiple properties with a modest budget – mitigating the risks associated with owning just one investment. Easy exit strategy when the time comes. High Yields and Return on Investment Net yields in excess of 9% are common. Although the house prices are significantly below the U.K average, rental prices are comparatively high, meaning strong positive cash flows from modest budgets. Demand for affordable housing in these areas is strong. Redevelopment and Growth Annual figures from September 2016 – August 2017 show that the North East outperformed London in terms of growth. House prices rose 4.4% in the past 12 months, a very healthy appreciation. The industrial heritage has been maintained and many large scale infrastructure developments are under way or in planning. Fully Hands Off All of the companies UK properties would come with full management in place. Purchasing a fully refurbished property is a safe way to reduce long term maintenance costs whilst also making your property more attractive to tenants. We asked CEO Mike Moodie why after six years in the US have they decided to enter the UK and why start with the North of England. Mike added. “ Well this was a very easy decision. Firstly our sales and marketing operation is based here in the UK so we are here on the ground. Yes the US is still an incredibly strong market for us but we have many of our overseas investors telling us that they want to invest in the UK and can we assist them as they want to do business with the company that they already know and trust. We have signed up an exclusive agreement with one of the North Easts leading buy to let suppliers and they will provide fully turn key opportunities with local management in place. Just like we do in the USA. We chose the North East as in my opinion it offers the best value in the whole of the UK and with higher than average returns and a very low entry level which is exactly what our buyers are looking for. Also I am originally from Newcastle so this made the decision to start in the North even easier. “ “ We are excited about this new venture and believe this will offer our existing investors and new investors a very safe and secure way of entering the UK market at very reasonable prices. “ – Mike Moodie – CEO Global Investments Incorporated. If you would like more information about these UK buy to let opportunities please email Mike or any of the team at Global at [email protected]

DETROIT PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE WHILE SUPPLY IS STILL FALLING

Global Investments Incorporated have been selling in Detroit for over five years now, this year we are seeing the lowest supply and the highest prices in the last five years. Low inventory has forced the median price for single-family homes to rise 8 percent over the past year, according to May market data from Realcomp Ltd. II. Detroit saw the largest year-over-year percentage gain in the median sale price of 371 homes of 48 percent to $37,000 last month. That number nearly doubled the gains that the city recorded in the four years prior, which saw median prices rise from $10,000 in May 2013 to $25,000 in May 2017. Lauren Wilson from Detroit-based Luxury Home Enterprise LLC quoted “”You’re sitting on something very valuable if you purchase a home in Detroit for $60,000,” she said. “I assure you when you’re ready to sell a few ears down the line, you’re likely to double your price”. According to Crains Detroit the competitive market is being driven by a growing demand for homes and a Metro Detroit inventory that is down by 23 percent compared to the same time a year ago. Fueled by a low unemployment rate and an economy that has proven to be formidable in recent years, buyers and Realtors alike are running into challenges. Realcomp CEO Karen Kage is surprised that the total number of home sales has stayed steady despite the steep decline in market listings “Days on market continues to drop, which is another telling sign. When these houses hit the market, it has a line out the door,” she said. “We don’t want to get into the same position we were in 10 years ago when prices went up, up and up.” At the moment we can not predict when the trend may change as buyers are still lining up as soon as homes hit the market but we will continue to deliver the best available tenanted properties in Detroit. Detroit has come a long way in the last five years and we always stayed ahead of the game, we signed up the biggest Brokers and Realtors to ensure our clients got the best exclusive properties that were on offer in Detroit. As a company we have said it before, time is starting to run out for the Overseas Investor who wants to buy in Detroit, high market prices and low inventory levels will make it increasing difficult to sustain a good return. If you are considering buying a property in Detroit this is the year you need to do it, we can not predict how much further the market will rise. If you would like more information on our Detroit properties please contact Mike or any of the Global team.

GLOBAL ARE COMING TO DUBAI

The Middle East has always been an integral part of our business, clients from different countries including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain,Qatar and Israel have helped us drive our business forward to where we are today. In the past 6 months our business in Dubai has surged with sales from the region taking up 20% of the companies total income. The US economic recovery attracted the attention of many investors who were traditionally more accustomed to London and the rest of Europe. Middle Eastern investors have contributed to a surge in overseas US Investments over the last few years. The US marketplace meets Middle Eastern investor needs for regional diversification, it also offers the opportunity for higher than normal returns. 17- 22% on average. Since our launch in 2013 Global Investments Incorporated was led by a simple yet essential mission statement: our clients form the solid foundation upon which our business is built. We believe that the business we do is personal and we always respect our clients specific needs, rapid response and effective communication is the core of our business model. We always strive to go above and beyond what’s expected from our UAE investors. Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates in particular have been large markets for Global Investments Incorporated, we have built great and long lasting relationships with many investor clients in both of these countries. We have found that referral business has been a major part of our expansion in both of these countries and we thank our clients for giving us this opportunity by referring their friends and family. Global Investments Incorporated are looking at further expanding our relationship with our investor clients throughout the Middle East. We are currently actively looking for business premises in Dubai where will be able to meet our clients face to face. Our enhanced presence will further enable us to position ourselves as the leading US property investment company, bringing us closer to our existing and potential clients across the UAE and beyond. To coincide with our new office in 2018 Global Investments Incorporated will be hosting a series of property seminars and exhibitions throughout the Middle East. Our first private property exhibition will be taking place from Thursday 21st,22nd and 23rd of June. During the exhibitions we will be showcasing properties from the best investment areas across the US, including Detroit, Cleveland , Toledo, New York State, and new product coming soon in Florida. You will also get the opportunity to sit and have private meetings with our CEO Mike Moodie. We will also be holding questions and answer seminars every evening to make sure all-important questions are answered including advice on legal, financial, tax, local markets, LLC formation, insurance, after sales the buying process or any other queries you may have. There has never been a better time to buy property in the US, come down and meet us face-to-face and find out more about incredible opportunities available in the US. Our exhibition and seminars are free to attend but book your appointment today as places will be limited. Book your appointment now by emailing Mike directly at [email protected] or please use the link to make an appointment http://www.globalinvestmentsincorporated.org/ “ See you in Dubai.” – Mike Moodie CEO Global Investments Incorporated.com

DETROIT AND CLEVELAND TWO GREAT CITIES BUT HOW ABOUT THE NEIGHBOURHOODS ??

Detroit has been the number one investment city in the US for a number of years now with Cleveland following ranks in second place. In 2018 it looks like things could start to change as prices increase in Detroit and with inventory running low Cleveland could take pole position this year, both sales and enquiries are increasing for the city. Both of these cities provide the perfect investment model for the first time investor, low level entry point and good sustainable rent, some say these cities have led to an explosion in real estate investment in the US with buyers from every corner of the globe getting involved. The best indicator of these markets is to look at the rent-to-value ratios, a three bedroom house in Detroit will rent for the same amount as a similar three bedroom house in St Petersburg Florida. In fact Detroit has the second highest rent-to-value ratio in the country at just over 8.5%. While Cleveland has a lower rent-to-value ratio it has a 95% occupancy level which makes its incredibly appealing to investors. Deciding between the cities maybe challenging enough for a first time investor. Once they have decided on where to invest the next question is which neighbourhood to invest in ? Like all cities you have good and distressed areas in Cleveland and Detroit, this fact coupled with the resurgence of re-development and active Council involvement can mist the decision. 1. Is this a distressed neighbourhood that is turning corner? 2. Is this my opportunity to see some appreciation? There is no straight forward answer to this question, without stating the obvious and say only buy in the most expensive areas (which will mean a lower cap rate ) we have to use a basic set of rules to try and minimise the search. Different companies use different models in order to achieve this, we have the Grade System, the Grid System, Market Analysis, Index Systems, Price Comparisons, Property Taxes, Ratio Values etc and the list goes on and on. We also have a plethora of websites that gives us statistics on the liveability, crime rates, schools, employment rates etc. ( But which ones are correct? ) Choosing the best buy to let areas to invest in can seem like a minefield, but it doesn’t need to be, we adopt a simple transparent model which paves the way for successful investment. We look at the most expensive areas and work backwards, we identify surrounding neighbourhoods which offer higher rent-to-value ratios and also offer the opportunity of capital appreciation. DETROIT If we take Grandmont Rosedale in Detroit as an example we can see that prices have surged in this area over the last three years but there are several surrounding blocks and streets that can also offer great properties at lower prices. Surrounding neighbourhoods like Grandale, Warrendale and Grandville have increased in popularity as many investors realise they have now been priced out of the market. While the West of Detroit has always been the most demanded by investors we can also see a similar situation on the East of Detroit, there are still many well priced neighbourhoods that offer well priced properties with good rent-to-value ratios. Morningside, East English Village, Denby, Regents Park to name just a few. CLEVELAND OHIO Moving this model to Cleveland again we pin point good surrounding neighbourhoods that offer the opportunity for capital appreciation. Taking Buckeye Shaker as an example this neighbourhood is next to the highly sought after Shaker Heights, to purchase in Shaker Heights will cost you approximately 30% more but Buckeye Shaker takes advantage of local facilities and rental amounts are more or less on par with Shaker Heights, lower priced property with the same rents as Shaker Heights meaning a high ROI. In the North of the city we can see this again with an area called North-Collinwood, this area is seen as a very strong investment area in Cleveland, it is right next to the Waterloo District, Euclid, Bratenahl which are all great areas but again are more highly priced. But overall it is not just about choosing the right neighbourhood, you can build this picture up yourself. It is about the management companies, our on the ground staff who are from these cities, our on going due diligence before we market a property (we only choose one from every 20 properties) our 24 hour aftercare, our years of experience, our exclusive listings, our partnerships with the biggest US real estate companies, our partnerships with the best title companies, everything to ensure your property investment is a success. If you would like more information on any of our great properties in Detroit are Cleveland, please contact any of the team at Global Investments Incorporated at [email protected]

“ AVOID THE GIMMICKS AND BEWARE OF RENTAL GUARANTEES. “

Global Investments Incorporated is the No 1 USA buy to let property company. With almost 5000 sales in the last 6 years the young dynamic company is growing from strength to strength with great new products coming on in different States across the US. The company prides itself on its “ one stop shop “ philosophy helping clients with everything from LLC company incorporation, bank account set up, insurance, construction etc CEO Mike Moodie believes the major factor behind their success and their clients success is the management companies that they use on the ground in the US. Mike was quoted in saying. “ The majority of our business is repeat and referral bushiness, which is clients either buying more properties or referring their friends or family, which is great. This would not happen if their initial investments were not working in the first place. In my opinion the management of your property is as important as the property that you buy, as the majority of our investors are overseas and thousands of miles away from their investment, so as a company we need to ensure that their interests are well looked after while they are on the ground. “ Global Investments only use one or two reputable companies in each State that they sell in. Mike added. “ When we set out and started Global we wanted to make sure that our clients were looked after from start to finish and then after the sale as well. We decided to fly out to Detroit and meet as many management companies as possible and narrow it down to two companies which we felt gave our clients the kind of care and attention that they need to provide an excellent hands on service. We have been very lucky and for the past 5 years we have been dealing with the same two companies that are fantastic. There are other companies that sell in the same areas as Global investments offering 1 and 2 year rental guarantees. We asked Mike for his opinion on this and why as a company they do not offer the same benefits to their clients, Mike stated. “ Normally you will find that these type of companies are selling properties that are way above the market value, so they have the rent built into the price, which basically means that they are giving the client there own money back and creating a false return. I have been working in the property market now for coming up to 20 years and in my opinion if you want to guarantee your rental as much as possible make sure that you work with a great management company who will screen and vet your tenants and make sure the house is managed correctly on a day to day basis and for whatever reason the property is vacant the management company makes sure the house is secure and another tenant is placed as swiftly as possible. “ Global Investments now sell homes across 4 different regions of the United States and has on the ground support and management in each of the areas that they sell in making sure that there clients are kept updated on a constant basis once they take ownership of their investments properties. For more information on any of the properties that Global Investments Incorporated have to offer email Mike Directly at [email protected]

DETROIT JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER – HUGE DEVELOPMENTS FOR 2018

Over the last few years we have seen huge developments all across Detroit, last year we seen the groundbreaking on the Hudson site, the opening of the new the Little Caesars Arena and the opening of the QLine Metro system which goes through the redeveloped Woodward Avenue. So what can we expect to see in 2018 ? This year we are looking at five more huge construction projects all of which will make this city even better than it is today. We are going to see the development of new office towers and and more residential living space in downtown Detroit, the two main projects are Hudosn and Monro towers with a total investment of over $1,739 million. Three hotels are set to open in 2018: The Siren Hotelat the Wurlitzer Building, the Shinola Hotel, and the Element Detroit Hotel, these hotels are aimed to take advantage of the increase in tourism in Detroit city and the surrounding areas. More retail is planned in 2018, last year the city council passed a commercial corridor plan that would support commercial areas around the city with $125 million going towards landscaping, better parking, improving sidewalks, etc. Woodward Avenue is now bustling and more big retail names will be arriving in 2018. There will be huge development in better public spaces, the final designs of the West Riverfront are nearly ready and work will also start this year on both Capitol Park and Atwater Beach. We seen the Qline launched in 2017 and this year DDOT bus service will start offering free rides on Saturdays to encourage this form of transport. We are expecting announcements of the expansion of the Qline further down Woodward Avenue or another route down to Jefferson. These are not the only developments taking place in 2018, there is activity taking place all over Detroit in the development of neighbourhoods, schools and park systems. Detroit has come along way in the last few years and this has now had an impact on property prices, year on year we have seen prices rise especially on the Westside side of the city. This is a great time to invest in Detroit and we have the best properties available for sale, if you would like anymore information please contact Mike or any of the Global team. [email protected]

CLEVELAND RANKED AMONG THE TOP SPOTS TO BE A REAL ESTATE INVESTOR.

The USA housing market is providing investors from all over the globe with opportunities to buy single family and multi family homes at incredible prices with long term tenants in place. Buying a rental property and then collecting checks from the tenants might seem like an easy path to financial stability, the reality is a bit more challenging. Finding a home to lease out in an area where appreciation and rents are steadily rising (as you want to protect your investment) can be tough. So where should prospective real estate investors consider buying? Global Investments Incorporated are the leading overseas company in the USA buy to let market and have sold in excess of 4000 homes in the past 6 years. We asked CEO Mike Moodie, where he thinks the HOT spot will be in 2018 for the overseas investor… Mike is of the opinion that they should look no further than Cleveland Ohio….. The Midwestern metro area was named the best for single-family investment houses in the first quarter of 2017, according to HomeUnion (CA–based company that helps everyday investors find, buy, and manage their properties) https://www.homeunion.com Single-family rentals in the metro appreciated 16.2% annually from the first quarter of last year to the first quarter of this year, according to the report. They also delivered an 13.5% return on investment for all-cash sales this year. The best part about the Cleveland area is that single-family homes are still affordable. The median price of an investment home in the metro was $65,512, according to the report. “ The Mid West and South East generate the highest returns “ Says CEO Moodie…. “ The rents are high and the prices of the homes are low compared to most of the country.” “ Landlords can buy single-family homes for between $25,000 and $50,000 and rent them out for between $650 and $900 a month. These homes aren’t always in the A or B neighbourhoods, but they are usually in fairly good shape and we also provide excellent on the ground management and they provide a very steady ROI for our investors. “ Higher-priced investment homes in the suburbs range from about $75,000 to $90,000, he says. They typically fetch about $950 to $1,200 a month but Moodie believes that the lower end of the market is where investors can get the best return on there investment and the best potential gains in the future as the market grows. “ As a company we have been incredibly successful with the Detroit market which at times can be challenging but we have learned where the best neighbourhoods are and also worked with first class management companies which is essential with this type of investment. We plan on doing the same in Cleveland and are excited about what the next 3-5 years can bring and expect our Cleveland sales to surpass Detroit in the coming 6 – 12 Months.. We have teamed up with REMAX for our supply of stock and work with two excellent on the ground management companies “ Mike Moodie – CEO . Global Investments Incorporated. If you would like to learn more about the exciting opportunities that the Cleveland market place has to offer then please email Mike or any of his team at Global at [email protected]

Investors have taken notice of Cleveland Ohio and you should too.

Cleveland Ohio has been voted the hottest USA property market for 2018. Why you ask ? there’s not just one reason, there are many! • $4 billion dollars in construction activity in Downtown Cleveland. • Northeast Ohio has a booming population of 4.5 million. • One of the largest Amazon Distribution Centres in the US based in Euclid. • Cleveland is headquarters to 11 companies on the Fortune 500 list. • Listed as one of the Top 10 Job Markets for recent college graduates • Downtown Cleveland has a 95% housing occupancy rate. • Northeast Ohio economy has consistently outpaced the national average for job growth. • The region is a hub for food processing, where major brands such as Nestlé and Pierre Foods. • Home to Cleveland Browns (NFL), Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), Cleveland Indians (MLB) • 27 Colleges and Universities of which rank in the Top 50 in the State. • Over 600 biomedical facilities with more being added each year. • Corporate friendly tax structure. Global Investments are now entering their fourth month in Cleveland and currently our sales have out passed Detroit and New York. We have found a massive demand for this city due to huge investments taking place and the potential for good capital growth. We have teamed up with Keller Williams a house hold name in the US to bring a consistent supply of good homes in good neighbourhoods which are updated and tenanted.Our partnership enables us to deliver exclusive properties not for sale anywhere else. Cleveland Ohio offers Investors an excellent platform from which to grow their portfolios with a valuable investment offering a strong monthly cash flow. Cleveland is becoming known around the country and around the world as a comeback city with billions being invested in infrastructure and development, great suburban schools, parks, culture and so much more. Investors have taken notice of Cleveland, Ohio—and you should, too. If you would like more information about investing in this exciting city please contact Mike at [email protected]

USA Buy to Let Market – “ What REAL returns can I expect ?

Investors from all over the Globe are being attracted by the high returns advertised in the USA by companies selling in areas like Detroit, Ohio, Memphis, sometimes we even see potential returns of up to 35%. From the layman’s perspective these types of investments with such lucrative returns seem like a real no brainer but the words “ too good to be true “ can come to mind. Are such high returns really possible? Global Investments Incorporated have been selling these types of investments for coming up to six years now so who better to ask than the companies CEO Mike Moodie about what “ REAL “ returns which can be achieved by such investments and what are the pitfalls or mistakes if any that investors should be looking out for ? Mike was quoted in saying “ well the first thing that I would like to say is that there is no investment without risk, in my opinion good investment is about minimising the risks in certain types of investments. I think that there are several factors investors should consider and look at before entering such a market that maybe a lot of companies out there would not share. “ 1.Don’t just look at the ROI. – I think that investors sometimes can make the mistake of only concentrating on the net ROI of a property. Lets think about what makes a high return. Low price and high rent copied with low taxes. Normally the lower the price of the property the lower the calibre of the location or the neighbourhood. I believe that investors should try and find a balance between price, location and return and not always being drawn to the lowest prices and highest returns. Sometimes we can forget about the potential uplift on the price and growth potential. Of course normally the better the location or neighbourhood the more likely you are to see potential growth in the coming years. Also another factor in this would be the exit strategy and again a property located in a better area would be easier to sell when the time comes to cash in on your investment. 2. The two unknown factors – There are two factors of this type of investment that you would rarely see on any companies marketing materials as they are impossible to predict but investors should be made aware of them as both of these can have an effect on any potential ROI. Vacancy – At some point like with any rental home any where in the world the house will at some point become vacant as tenants do not live in the property for ever. How can we minimise the risk of vacancy ? Well again we get back to my earlier point about location, the better the location and neighbourhood then the more chance you have of replacing a tenant quickly. The nicer the area then the more demand you would have for rentals. Also in relation to vacancy it is imperative that you have good management in place. ( I will come to this later ) Maintenance – the second unknown factor would be maintenance or repairs on your property which of course is the responsibility of the landlord. This is an impossible figure to quote any investor as it would of course vary from property to property and also depend on the condition of the property when the investor closes on the sale. ( This is one of the reasons we would always recommend the buyer carries out an independent third party inspection ) The way to minimise the risks of maintenance is firstly when we see the inspection before we close is for us to ask the Seller to take care of any minor maintenance issues that arise from the inspection meaning these repairs are not necessary when the new buyer takes possession. I think the main thing to look at when trying to avoid maintenance is buying a house that has been recently rehabbed or updated so the house is in a excellent condition when you buy it. Yes you may pay more for this in the long run but over time it would pay off as maintenance in the first few years of ownership would be minimal. 3. Management – In my opinion this is the single most important factor when trying to maximise your returns out of USA buy to let homes. It can also be the most challenging. Remember that you can buy the best located, tenanted home but if it is managed badly then it can turn into a bad investment. I have heard examples of good tenants leaving properties as they did not like the managing agent. As a company we only work with reputable companies in all the areas that we sell in and that have been in business for many years and have excellent knowledge of their given marketplace. This is key to making any investment like this work and also minimising the risks like maintenance and vacancy discussed earlier. 4. Get three quotes – Always ask your management company for three different quotes for any maintenance work needed on the property. Sometimes only saving 100 dollars here and there can have a massive impact on returns over long periods of time. Your management company should have no issue with you asking for this and maybe even involving third parties. I believe that the USA buy to let market provides excellent opportunities to investors both domestically and internationally. The market can be lucrative with excellent returns but investors have to understand the above can have an impact on their actual net return over time. From experience I think that you should always look to deduct maybe 2-3% off the advertised ROI so you can factor in any vacancy or maintenance that may arise in the given years ahead. So if the property is showing a 18% net Return then maybe look at that as 15% which is still a