Multifamily real estate presents tremendous opportunities for investors to make money. Rental rates and operating expenses determine the Net Operating Income (NOI), which is total rent collected minus expenses. Savvy investors have the ability to improve both of these variables by identifying value add opportunities. The best value-add opportunities arise from relatively small problems or shortcomings that investors can fix in a short amount of time. Increase Cash Flow. Cash flow derives primarily from rent. When analyzing a property prior to a purchase, an investor looks for a location where ..read more

Why Do We Invest In Multifamily? There are numerous investment opportunities available. At our company, we focus on educating individuals on investing in multifamily apartments. Our business model centers around a strategy that aims to deliver significant returns, generate cash flow, capitalize on equity and tax benefits, and acquire secure assets, primarily in the housing and real estate industries. Roughly 3-5% of apartment buyers are Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), while pension funds and other institutional investors account for approximately 5-7%. Interestingly, regular individual ..read more

    Allow me to introduce James Wenzel, successful investor, entrepreneur, business owner, and dedicated father. James began his educational journey by attending single-family investment conferences and short-term rental seminars. He transitioned into apartment passive investing, leveraging his knowledge and networks.     Through years of networking in real estate clubs and participating in deal analysis sessions, James cultivated valuable connections that eventually led him to realize the potential for syndicating his own deals. He went on to establish FLW Capital, a thriv ..read more

   Meet Kenneth Sumners, a fifth-generation entrepreneur and a triumphant investor who wears many hats, including being the business owner of Sumners Capital in San Antonio, Texas. Kenneth embarked on his remarkable journey in real estate, initially diving into residential homes as an investor. However, his aspirations soon extended to multifamily investments, setting him on a path towards financial independence and success.    As our conversation unfolded, I had the privilege of delving into the early chapters of Kenneth's journey to success. He recounted a pivotal moment ..read more

As a seasoned real estate investor, you've witnessed the rewards that single-family properties can offer. Yet, there comes a moment when your aspirations prompt you to consider a leap into the multifamily arena. The journey from single-family to multifamily investments can unlock new doors of opportunity, portfolio diversification, more time with family, and potentially higher returns. In this guide, we delve into the process of learning more about transitioning into multifamily investing, spotlighting the benefits, challenges, crucial considerations, and how Apartment Educators can help you l ..read more

With the new year the team at Apartment Educators always gets an influx of questions about setting financial goals for the new year. I constantly see people get too focused on the wrong goal metric, or they just try and mimic something they heard on a podcast vs acting towards what is best for their situation. For this month I’d like to dive into how I approach multifamily goal setting with the hopes of making your goal setting experience better. What makes goals better? Making them REALISTIC and attainable, too often people grab a number out of the air to decide they need X doors within the n ..read more

Today we are featuring a special guest post from Kenneth Sumners of Sumners Capital.  Sumners Capital is a team with 20+ years of combined experience, we can help you and your family create the sustainable wealth you desire for retirement and beyond. Currently, our portfolio is valued at $160MM with an ownership interest in over 1,400 doors. When you work with us, you’ll receive opportunities you won’t get with other syndications, along with the trusted advice from experts in the acquisition, repositioning, and sale of multifamily properties throughout Central Texas. With all the do ..read more

Hello and welcome to a special April edition of the Apartment Educators' blog. While it isn't April first our team felt like continuing the theme of April Fools to ensure you don't get fooled while looking at a Multifamily deal.  Multifamily syndication investments can be a great way to invest in real estate without having to manage properties yourself. However, with any investment opportunity, it's important to be cautious and do your due diligence to avoid scams and bad deals. April Fools' Day serves as a reminder to be careful and not get fooled when looking at multifamily syndication ..read more

Investing in multifamily apartment buildings can be a profitable venture for real estate investors. However, maximizing cash flow from these properties can be a challenging task. In this blog, we will explore 5 strategies that investors can use to increase cash flow in larger multifamily apartment buildings. 1. Increase Rents Increasing rents is one of the most straightforward ways to increase cash flow. You can evaluate the rental rates of similar properties in the area and adjust their rent rates accordingly. It's important to be mindful of rent control laws and regulations that may affect t ..read more