Author Archives: Webdes1gn

In a prior article, we covered key reasons why we like multifamily as an asset class. In an effort to present a balanced view, in today’s real estate snippet we wanted to discuss the top 5 reasons why you might not want to invest in multifamily. Higher Entry Cost. Purchasing an apartment building is not […]

In today’s quick tip article, we will demystify the fees you may encounter in a real estate syndication. Not all of them would apply to an investment opportunity. Nevertheless, it may be helpful to be aware of most. Acquisition Fee (2-5% of purchase price) – typically paid to the General Partners (GPs) at the close. […]

In a prior article, we discussed various ways to get started as an active operator or as a passive investor. A typical follow-up question I often hear is – But how do I find the capital to get started (actively or passively)? In this quick tip article, we will discuss various means to do so. […]

I recently attended an event organized by a mastermind that I am part of. It was a wonderful opportunity for networking, professional development, and staying current on market updates. However, more meaningful were the relationships strengthened and the new connections made.In addition, I want to focus on a few other aspects of the conference that […]

When speaking to investors you may often hear an alphabet soup of acronyms or codes. In this quick tip article, we will demystify the terminology behind the various property classes. We will also provide some general comments on the typical business strategies operators tend to follow with each property type, so you can then form […]

I recently attended The Best Ever Conference in Denver, CO – a premier commercial real estate event for active and passive real estate investors and real estate service providers. The conference provided excellent content on the state of the market, economic outlook, and key industry trends and developments. It was also a great opportunity to […]

In prior articles, we covered key return fundamentals and cap rates. While those tend to be the most commonly discussed, there are a few other key performance indicators (KPIs) we want to mention that you should consider as you evaluate real estate investment opportunities. NOI = Net Operating Income In more simplified terms, NOI equals […]

I am often asked how and why I selected the markets I invest in. There are numerous factors that go into the decision-making process. We will first focus on the key factors in selecting a market, will then offer a few other factors for your consideration, and lastly will cover a couple more metrics one […]

Welcome back! Today we will cover one of the most controversial topics in commercial real estate – cap rates. We will, however, leave the politics aside and will instead focus on demystifying cap rates – meaning, drivers, and valuation impact. In simple terms, the cap rate (aka the capitalization rate) represents the rate of return […]