During the past 10 years, we have worked with a variety of large institutional clients in all phases of SFR including: acquisition/disposition, renovations, leasing and management.However, Auben's model is deeply rooted in a strong local presence in each market.Our goal is be local, while also offering an institutional grade service and back-end support.I am excited to welcome two new divisions into the Auben ecosystem as of January 2024, Auben Capital Partners and Auben Development.

I frustratingly see so many deal offers, particularly in Multi-Family space, where GP/sponsor is putting nothing or next to nothing into the equity portion and is collecting 2-3% acquisition fee/ 0.5-1% loan origination fee/ 1.5% yearly asset management fee/ 1-2% disposition fee and then 50/50 splits to 60/40 splits over fairly modest hurdle rates of like 14-15%, and it seems this latter structure incentivizes GP to take more risks particularly with debt options.

It's a great way to determine how important certain offerings are in your market like accepting pets or having in unit washer and dryers. 

Joining BP is a great step, but when you've educated yourself and have met some folks, start talking to lenders and find a good investor agent... and start submitting offers!

Jamiek,VA is a great tool for home ownership and for making the move into REI since it offers 100% financing.

The bank typically offers 70-75% of the appraised value.

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

Tucson has a lot to offer and is a great place to start on a new venture. 

Here are a few considerations to help you decide between a 4-plex and a duplex:Cash Flow and Returns: A 4-plex typically generates more rental income compared to a duplex, potentially offering better cash flow and returns.

He offered me a deal he had PRE NEGOTIATED, it was a SFR worth $50-55k (remember this is 1982-1983) for $55,000 with $5,000 down and owner financing of $50,000 over 20 years at the then unheard of interest rate of 7% ( new financing was available at 11% +).