One of the most misunderstood concepts in real estate is how properties are valued. The most common myth?"Properties are sold based on their in-place income."This couldn't be further from the truth.If this were the case, a vacant 4-unit property would technically have a 0% cap rate and sell for $0. That clearly doesn't reflect reality vacant properties are almost always worth something, often significantly more than zero.So how are properties act ...

Investing in a real estate syndication can be a powerful wealth-building tool but many new investors ask:👉 "When do I actually get my initial capital back?"Here's a quick breakdown of the typical timeline:✅ 1. Ongoing Cash Flow (Months 1–60):During the hold period, you receive regular distributions usually quarterly. This is your share of the property's net income, not your original investment back yet.📈 2. Capital Events (Year 3–5):You might rec ...

In commercial real estate, underperformance isn't a death sentence, it's a diagnosis. The right strategy can transform a struggling property into a strong, stabilized investment. Here are three proven steps I use when repositioning distressed or underutilized assets:🔎 1. Underwrite Like It's Day One AgainReassess every assumption. Rent roll, OPEX, local comps, and capital needs. Many assets underperform because they were purchased using outdated ...

At the core of any income-producing real estate asset is one thing: future cash flow.And the market tells you how much that future stream is worth through the cap rate (Net Operating Income ÷ Purchase Price).📉 The higher the cap rate, the lower the perceived value.📈 The lower the cap rate, the higher the valuation.That's why understanding how the market prices the cash flow stream is critical when acquiring property. If you overpay by buying at t ...

If You're in Commercial Real Estate, You Must Understand the 10-Year Treasury YieldInvesting in commercial real estate without a deep understanding of how it connects to bond yields, especially the 10-Year Treasury, is a costly oversight. This single metric influences everything from cap rates to valuations and investor behavior.Here's what every serious investor should know: • In commercial real estate underwriting, the 10-Year Treasury yield se ...

**Disclaimer** I'm not a CPA After a gradual phase-out, 100% bonus depreciation is making a timely comeback—and the implications for the real estate sector are substantial.For those investing in commercial real estate, this tax incentive isn't just a line item, it's a strategic advantage. Under the revised tax code, qualifying assets with a useful life of 20 years or less (think improvements, equipment, and even certain components of buildings) c ...