Lender-Designated Sales Starting to Appear

Tides Equities thrived in the multifamily market from 2017 to 2023, using a strategy of aggressive purchasing and quick selling, driven by low interest rates. However, rising rates drastically impacted their cash flow and property values, leading to potential distress sales across the West Coast, revealing the risks of high leverage.
California’s Insurance Crisis Could See More Leaving the State

The California housing market is facing mounting pressures as insurance costs surge in response to increasing natural disaster risks. A recent report from CRE Daily highlights this growing challenge, with State Farm seeking a dramatic 38% rate increase for rental properties and a 15% hike for condo owners and renters, driven by mounting wildfire-related claims. […]
California’s Water Future: Analyzing Desalination as a Long-term Solution

As California grapples with variability in seasonal rain and increasing water demand, the state is exploring various solutions to ensure long-term water security. One technology that continues to gain attention is desalination, with Israel’s success story offering valuable insights for the Golden State. Learning from Israel’s Desalination Success Israel has transformed its water security through […]
Equity Residential – List of 2024 Transactions as of Q2 2024

Information was collected from SEC filings, investor presentations, and other publicly available sources.
The Importance of Bonus Depreciation and Cost Segregation Studies for Real Estate Investors

As the sayings go “it’s not about what you make but what you keep” and “a penny saved is a penny earned.”
If you are a real estate investor or real estate professional (as defined by the IRS) and this is the first time you are reading about bonus depreciation, it may be time to find another CPA.
Court or Margaritaville: Proper Tenant Screening May Decide Where You Spend Your Time

Lost rent. Legal fees. Time diverted from family or other endeavors. Headaches. I’d rather blow out my flip flop and step on a pop top than deal with evictions.
How can an apartment owner reduce the risks associated with problematic tenants?