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7 Reasons to Walk Away From a Multifamily Real...

One of the toughest lessons in multifamily investing isn’t how to find deals, it’s how to walk away from them. Every new investor dreams of landing their first property. But here’s the truth: forcing a bad deal just to “get in the game” can set you back years. The best investors understand that protecting capital is priority number one. Success isn’t just about the deals you close, but also about the ones you avoid. Here are seven clear reasons why you should walk away from a multifamily deal. 1. The Numbers Don’t Work In real estate, emotions lie. Numbers don’t. If the deal does not meet your minimum return goals, don’t try to justify it. This includes cash-on-cash,... Read more

Student housing maintenance isn’t just about fixing problems when they happen—it’s about staying ahead of them. For property managers of college dorms, university...

When it comes to multifamily investing, location has always been a critical factor in determining long-term success. In 2025, one of the most overlooked but promising...

Modern renters expect more than just four walls and a roof. Today’s multifamily residents seek properties that enhance their lifestyle, build community connections,...

When Anna Julian happened upon a neglected row home in Baltimore seven years ago, she had no formal construction training—just determination, a willingness to...

Tenant Union Targets Capital Realty Group Housing...

Key Takeaways More than 1,000 tenants living in Capital Realty Group-owned properties are organizing a multi-state tenant union campaign to push for collective bargaining rights. The Tenant Union Federation is aiming to negotiate across the landlord’s entire portfolio — a first-of-its-kind effort in US affordable housing. Initial organizing successes have already been announced in cities including Kansas City, Detroit, New Haven, and Louisville. A New Approach to Tenant Organizing According to Bloomberg, tenants across dozens of federally subsidized affordable housing properties are banding together to collectively negotiate with Capital Realty Group, one of the country’s largest... Read more

Most multifamily investors understand how powerful depreciation can be while you own a property. It reduces your taxable income, boosts cash flow, and lets you keep more...

Key Takeaways It’s now twice as expensive to own than rent in many markets, pushing even high-income households to remain renters in core metros. Developers are...

As the crisp chill of autumn begins to settle in, landlords and property managers face a familiar seasonal challenge: ensuring their apartment building’s boiler...

Two Wisconsin landlords will pay $20,000 to settle an emotional support animal case involving cats and rats, that accused them of discriminating against tenants who have...