Why to Invest in Self-Storage in 2023
Friday, May 19
With the onset of a recession it is increasingly important to invest in ‘recession-resistant’ asset classes. While sometimes incorrectly referred to as ‘recession-proof,’ self-storage is more recession-resistant than most asset classes. Historically, self-storage values have continued to increa...
How is a Passive Investment Structured?
Wednesday, April 12
A passive real estate investment typically refers to an investment in which the investor does not actively participate in the day-to-day management of the property. Instead, the investor typically contributes capital to a real estate investment vehicle that is managed by a professional real estat...
Tax Benefits of Passively Investing in Real Estate
Monday, March 13
Passive real estate investments can be an attractive option for investors who want exposure to the large real estate assets – such as apartment complexes or self-storage facilities – without the hassle of managing a portfolio themselves. Passively investing in real estate, through a syndication,...
How Cap Rates can be Deceiving
Wednesday, February 22
Most investors use cap rates as a metric to analyze a potential deal and calculate the valuation of a property. You’ll often hear investors say things like “I won’t buy at a 4 cap!” Strictly using cap rates, however, can be deceiving in substantial value add situations. Many value add properti...
Commercial Real Estate vs. the Stock Market
Monday, January 23
Stock market volatility has left many questioning whether trusting their capital in the stock market is the right decision. Combined with increased volatility, the stock market offers investors minimal monthly cash flow and minimal, if any, tax advantages. Though the stock market is considered ...
Navigating Interest Rate Hikes
Monday, December 19
Interest rate hikes throughout 2022 have had a dramatic impact on the real estate market. There are buyers who view this as a buying opportunity, and here’s why. As a threshold matter, there is rarely a “bad” time to buy real estate. Since the late-2010s, there were groups predicting a real est...