CMBS Great Again in 2020? State of the SFR Investing Market

By Tim Leber. Since the presidential election in 2016, what has changed? Well, without going off into too much of a Twitter tangent, we’ve seen some strong economic growth followed by periods of cooling, a revolving door of cabinet positions, ongoing investigations with seemingly endless outcomes, up and down tariff…

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Rate Match! What’s the Catch?

Choosing a lending partner, or any business partner in general, can be a lot like dating. We start by assessing the superficial qualities in a prospective partner, making sure he/she checks all the boxes. After the preliminary “looks good on paper” test, we begin to hope for someone who understands…

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Is Student Housing the Right investment for You?

Each Fall, more than 20 million students begin their academic year. The question of where to live poses a significant opportunity for investors. Indeed, student housing (housing located in close proximity to colleges and universities) has seen tremendous growth in the last few years. What’s driving student housing development? Enrollment…

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Rental Property Tax Deductions for Real Estate Investors

From lease up to move out, and everything in between, owning rental properties can be a lot of work. However, one of the many benefits aside from additional income of owning rental property, are the rental property tax deductions of owning these assets. Many rental home expenses are tax deductible…

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Purchasing Power: What Will Give You the Best Leverage?

In a market environment where the lack of sufficient inventory for affordable workforce housing spurs buying competition, investors need to be thoughtful on how to best position themselves to win these bids and negotiations. For one, knowing the local market dynamics and seller motivations puts you in a good position…

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