Anand Behl

Anand is a part of the GWU Class of 2025 graduating from the School of Business with a major in International Business and a concentration in Real Estate. He is a part of the Real Estate and Finance Alliance. 

Why did you choose to attend GW?

I chose to attend GW because of their excellent International Business program that ranks #1  in the country, and because of their excellent alumni network. GW also has very motivated and driven students, which is the culture that I wanted to surround myself with.

How did you become interested in real estate and what interests you most within the industry?

I had been interested in the real estate industry coming into GW, but my attendance at a real estate industry panel really drove me towards the industry. The industrial and multifamily sectors of commercial real estate interest me the most, and I am also very interested in the real estate loans side of the industry.

What current trend in the industry interests you and why?

One trend that has been of great interest to me that I am following closely are the mortgage rates. At the time of writing this the mortgage rates have reached over 7%, the highest they have been since 2001. I have loved following this trend because it is interesting to see how the Fed’s interest rates have affected the markets. It is also a very interesting trend to follow because it leads to housing affordability.

What are your plans post graduation and how is GW helping you achieve them?

Post-graduation I plan on entering the workforce and to potentially pursue an MBA. GW is helping me achieve these plans by providing me with many important skills through my coursework. GW is also a community that has provided me with many opportunities to join clubs and orgs where I am able to build my network and gain further skills outside of my coursework. 

What advice do you have for current students who want to make the most out of their experience at GW?

My advice to students who want to make the most out of their experience here in GW is to get out and join clubs and orgs, as well as explore the city. Clubs and orgs provide unique experiences one may not get in classes to meet new people and to gain skills. GW’s campus being in DC provides students a great opportunity the explore a city, which typical college campuses do not offer.