Category Archives: Blog

I am sometimes asked – “I have this deal on the table. How do I know if it is a good deal?” Well, it ultimately depends on your own investment criteria and target returns as well as your comfort level with the operator. However, as you dive into the deal itself, in order to assess […]

With so many alternative investment opportunities one may often feel like a kid in a candy store. How do you select the one? Apart from knowing your risk and return parameters, target markets, or desired asset class, the top criterion to start with is selecting the operator/deal team. You may often hear the saying “Bet […]

A lot has happened in the last 2-2.5 years. The World experienced its second largest pandemic (CV19) since the Spanish Flue of 1918 (at least 50MM deaths worldwide), which to date has resulted in 0.5BN reported cases and over 6MM deaths. Governments worldwide stepped in to help, including providing fiscal stimulus and increasing money supply. […]

I recently attended The Deal Maker Live conference in Dallas, TX. The conference was packed with good content, great people, and a ton of energy. It was also a great opportunity to network with other industry professionals and to strengthen existing and build new relationships. I was also recognized for the recent closing of our […]

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 […]