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Becoming financially independent through real estate investing isn’t an elite act. Anyone can do it, at any time—and more of us could be doing it than are, says best-selling author Lance Edwards, creator of the Multifamily Success and Raising Private Money systems. Over the last seven years, he’s taught hundreds of students how they too can build wealth with investments in small apartment complexes and multifamily housing. His book, How to Make Big Money in Small Apartments couldn’t have come at a better time. With hedge funds buying up large, full apartment complexes because they must move huge chunks of money—anywhere from $3 million to those costing hundreds of millions— small and mid-sized apartments are gold mines gone untouched. In between those million dollar deals and large apartment complexes, there is a revolving door of small and mid-size apartments available for investors just like you.

With multifamily development on the rise, many owners turn to renovations to pull ahead and remain competitive in a crowded market. David Nischwitch of Fogelman Properties explores some new redevelopment trends to consider.   By David Nischwitz (MultiHousingNews.com Article)  —  With multifamily development on the rise, many owners turn to renovations...Continue reading »

Angela Adolph, an attorney and tax law specialist, explains why the recent tax legislation gives additional appeal to renting a home, rather than buying. It’s a trend that investors should bear in mind.   By Angela Adolph (MultiHousingNews.com Article)  —  The federal government has long encouraged owning a home over renting. Housing subsidies in...Continue reading »

Systems upkeep, from the building envelope to the mechanical, electrical and plumbing infrastructure, maintenance and systems, is critical to minimizing exposure. Here’s how to make sure you’re protecting yourself.   By Chris Dunlap (MultiHousingNews.com Article)  —  Managing residents is only one aspect of profitability for today’s real...Continue reading »

Marketers have to tailor their strategies and tactics to best connect with the lifestyles of prospective renters. Stephen Ursery of LinnellTaylor explains how.   By Stephen Ursery (MultiHousingNews.com Article)  —  The June sun and heat have arrived, and for multifamily marketers that means one thing: it’s leasing season. With such a traditionally...Continue reading »

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The average apartment rent has grown a lot faster than paychecks for many households. By Bendix Anderson (NREI Online Article)  —  The U.S. continues to have a very bifurcated apartment sector. People who live in luxury, class-A apartments can often afford to pay more for their housing, but many property managers don’t dare hike the rents. That’s because...Continue reading »

While demand for multifamily housing remains strong, the sector faces a number of challenges, according to multifamily experts speaking at the National Association of Real Estate Editors annual real-estate journalism conference in Las Vegas.   By Robyn A. Friendman (MultiHousingNews.com Article)  —  Fundamentals remain strong for the multifamily sector,...Continue reading »