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Operators are Running Out of Time Amid Rising Pressure
James Eng, of Old Capital recently held a webinar and did his usual outstanding job of summarizing the current state of affairs. He...
Rick Martin
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Cap Rates Are Up, Values Are Down, So Where Are the Deals?
After years of aggressive compression, multifamily cap rates have quietly returned to their most attractive levels in over a decade. And...
Rick Martin
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Multifamily transaction volume is down 77% since 2022, Opportunity is Up
Do you feel the changing tide? Are you moving with the current, or are you paddling furiously against it? If you’ve been in the...
Rick Martin
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Economist David Lineman's 2025 Economic & Real Estate Outlook
I recently listened in on David Linneman's conversation with friend and partner Gary Lipsky on the 2025 Economic & Real Estate Outlook ....
Rick Martin
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The Next Frontier of Apartment Investing
A Mixed Bag of Challenges and Opportunities  The multifamily real estate market recently experienced one of the most significant...
Rick Martin
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How to Live a Thankful Life: Transforming Gratitude Into a Daily Practice
I love the Thanksgiving holiday. What’s not to love? The food, the family, the friends, the football, and oh yeah - giving thanks. Isn’t...
Rick Martin
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Bridge Loans Led to Trouble in Multifamily Real Estate; Now Do Banks Even Want Properties Back?
The multifamily market has held up surprisingly well despite the challenges posed by rising interest rates. However, the actual strain...
Rick Martin
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Why Opportunity Knocks for Multifamily Real Estate
The commercial real estate market has recently been the subject of much debate, with many voices warning of doom and gloom. However, pain...
Rick Martin
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Are The Financial Requirements of Accredited Investors Going Up?
Just when you think you are close to becoming an accredited investor, the SEC may be boosting its requirements. In this article will look...
Rick Martin
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The Impact of Interest Rates on Commercial Real Estate Investments
In today's real estate market, higher interest rates prompt investors to closely analyze each deal, signaling a shift from previous...
Rick Martin
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Multifamily Real Estate Has Us Playing Defense - But Have Your Offense Ready for '24
In any sport, you play offense, and you play defense. As it stands currently in commercial multifamily, we are having to play some...
Rick Martin
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Parenthood and the Creation of Time-Freedom Through Real Estate Investments
In today's fast-paced world (or rat race), the life of a working parent is undeniably hectic. We've realized that life is no longer...
Rick Martin
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5 Simple Techniques for Simultaneously Saving and Investing
Whether you're embarking on your path to financial independence or you're a seasoned investor, the importance of saving and investing...
Rick Martin
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Financial Challenges Faced by Physicians and How Real Estate Investing Can Help
Jerry, an orthopedic surgeon seemed to be leading a luxurious life that suggested financial prosperity. With a grand residence,...
Rick Martin
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Teaching Moments from Arbor Trust's Foreclosure of Applesway Houston Portolio
Well Greg, sometimes in life... Teaching moments – whether you had them as a child or you are now the mom or dad who is implementing your...
Rick Martin
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The Golden Handcuffs – Buy Income Streams, Not Toys
Be careful what you wish for when it comes to The "Golden Handcuffs". On the surface, a high salary and benefits package might seem like...
Rick Martin
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Busy Parents Creating Freedom and Flexibility by Investing In Syndications
As busy working parents, the daily grind can often leave us feeling exhausted and with little time for the things that matter most in...
Rick Martin
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Should I Be Looking for a Job, or Income Streams?
We have all been trained to think having a job is safe, but it puts all your eggs in one basket. True story, a buddy reached out and let...
Rick Martin
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What Happens to Your Limited Partner Shares in a Syndication When Refinancing?
What happens to my LP ownership interest in the case of a refinance? It is a question I get asked a lot, so let's get some answers. There...
Rick Martin
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Playing the Long Game With Real Estate
Try your best not to be a victim of clickbait. Whatever web news source you use is no doubt packed with ominous headlines. For the sake...
Rick Martin
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Build never-ending income streams by investing in commercial real estate, so you can finally step off that treadmill and set your own schedule in life.
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