How to Deal with Unexpected Tenant Turnover
What do you do once you receive a 30 days notice to vacate a unit from a tenant? There are several things to consider, including fixing the unit, advertising, and finding the next perfect tenant. Here...
5 Things to Do On 2017 Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles
As summer 2017 is coming to a close, a lot of people are looking forward to their last local getaway during their Labor Day weekend. If you’re looking for some local fun without breaking your bank, here are 5 things to do on your Labor Day we...
Why You Should Invest In Student Housing
In recent years, student housing has become one of the most profitable and growing types of properties available. With the number of students attending college increasing at a rapid speed, on-campus housing is limited, leading to a higher deman...
10 Best and 10 Worst Locations to Buy an Apartment Building
The multifamily real estate cycle is always fluctuating. In fact, it tends to differ in different marketplaces. For instance, the multifamily market may be doing poorly in one area and soaring in another. Find out the 10 best and 10 worst locat...
Why Should You Vet Your Vendors?
Do you really know the vendors you are using on your apartment building? Have you checked out their license? Did you do your due diligence before hiring them? In a time where lawsuits are commonplace, property owners should thoroughly vet vendo...
How to Hold Title When Buying a New Property?
When buying new properties, such as a home or an apartment building, a lot of people contemplate on whether they should hold title as joint tenants, tenants in common, community property, limited liability company (LLC), or Trustee of a Trust. ...
Does Rent Increases Cause Homelessness in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is one of the most densely populated cities in the United States. With an increasing population, apartments have become scarce causing rent prices to skyrocket. Even with the 3% rent control cap, many residents cannot afford to pay...
9 Ways an Owner Can Increase Rents to Increase The Value Of their Property
If you’re considering selling and want the highest price or if you want to increase the revenue of your building as you’re holding, here are 9 ways to raise rents and increase the value of your property:
Review Leases – If tenants...
Top 8 Financial Indicators that Every Investor Should Know
As you buy and sell apartment buildings, there are many financial indicators that you should be familiar with in order to help you make the best financial decision. Here are the top 8 financial indicators in multifamily real estate that ever in...
Difference Between 2-4 Units Financing and 5+ Units Financing
If you’re a first time multifamily investment buyer, getting a loan may seem like a daunting task. There are a lot of confusion regarding the different types of loans, rates, and terms for an apartment building. Here is a basic guide showing ...