This is what we need to take into consideration when we are doing a value add, kicking people out, cleaning up the units, increasing the rents and putting it back on the market. Find out how to get...

There is one thing that sets the multifamily investing business apart from all others. That one thing is 'The Power of the Cap Rate”. Also, check out this fifteen minute presentation from...

I see an interest only period being used far too often by students. I will tell you what the problem is when using an interest only, and the only time it makes sense to use one.

Interest only is...

This is the first financial measurement that I look at when doing a cash flow analysis. By understanding the Debt Coverage Ratio, I know whether I did the analysis correctly or not. That's why I...

Talk of a recession is growing. Successful investors know how to recognize opportunities that may present themselves during a recession. Charles Dobens discusses how you need a solid business...

There is one thing that sets the multifamily investing business apart from all others. That one thing is 'The Power of the Cap Rate'. 

The way I teach multifamily is different than...

You need to gather all the data for your market and submarkets so that you can present this information to your investors. You’ve got to put together your offering memorandum and you need all...

Every sub-market is unique. It is your responsibility to understand what the metrics are even within your sub-market. Vacancy, average rents, absorption rates, building permits, etc.

Let's take a...

Expenses are usually per year, per unit number. If you can decrease your expenses you can make so much more money because of the power of the cap rate. If you can break it down on a per item basis...

If you don't start collecting information, you will have to go on what the broker tells you! You have got to understand the numbers!

One of the mistakes that I see people making is knowing what...

If you don't start collecting information, you will have to go on what the broker tells you! You have got to understand the numbers!

The reason why I come up with some of these topics is because I...

Tenants pay utilities so why does the electricity show up on the T12 (Trailing 12)? Charles also discusses"tenant paid property" vs an "all bills property". 

Tenants pay utilities so why does...