Investing in Apartment Syndication after a 1031 Exchange

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, I just recently sold a property that I owned 100%…and did a 1031 Excha...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 4 years ago

In structuring transactions; there are somethings you can do and not do…per the IRS guidelines. Michael discusses some of the in’s and out’s of doing a TENANTS IN COMMON structure.

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, I just scheduled an appointment with the listing agent to walk a multifa...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 5 years ago

After reviewing the initial underwriting and if you think it works for you and your investors…it becomes necessary to physically walk the property. Most listing agents require you to walk the property PRIOR to submitting a LETTER OF INTENT for purchase. The listing agent wants to make sure that you and your equity have had a chance to understand the physical needs of the property before they will consider LOI seriously. Michael discusses what you need to pay attention to when walking the prope...

ASK MIKE MONDAYS- “Michael, I don’t want to SOUND LIKE A ROOKIE; what questions should I ask the...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 2 years ago

Nobody wants to sound like a rookie when they first enter the apartment business. Especially when having an initial conversation with an important listing broker. Michael, gives you some preliminary questions to ask. Also, when should you bring in your property management company or the lender to review the deal? Finding the right balance on WHEN you should bring in your advisors is critical to your success. In addition, Michael offers you a few examples of when he stumbled in operating apartmen...

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, how can I negotiate with the lender on a PCA report? (Property Condition...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 4 years ago

When you purchase an apartment building, your lender typically requires a PCA. (Property Condition Assessment). The PCA is the eyes and ears for the lender. Yes, the appraisal verifies the value, but the PCA identifies health and safety issues on the property. Can someone get hurt on your property because of the existing deferred maintenance. It also determines the amount replacement reserves that the lender will need to collect with your monthly payment. Michael, discusses items that you need t...

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, I am thinking of investing into a mix-use property; what do you think?

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 5 years ago

Many apartments may have retail or office space included within an apartment structure. A small grocery store, a coffee shop, or a nail salon can be the typical retail store you may find attached to the apartment building. Mike explains what to look for when purchasing a mix-use property.

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Mike….I am a fairly new real estate operator….what should I do first?

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 3 years ago

Well….you need to find deals and find money! Building relationships with brokers, equity investors, contract attorneys, lenders, physical engineers, & SEC attorney should be your first course of action. Some folks may use LOOPNET to find their first deal and that is OK, but most SERIOUS BUYERS contact listing agents in the market. Don’t be a jerk…this is a small business and word will get around. Sound advice in any business. Michael Becker has purchased over 10,000 apartment units between...

ASK MIKE MONDAYS- “Michael, I see a trend that many syndicators are now changing deal sponsors on ...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 2 years ago

In real estate investing you should seek consistency or continuity. Some partnerships change teammates on every transaction. Today, Mr X, Ms Y and Mrs Z are all partners… tomorrow, on a new deal… Mr X is the same…but out - are the old partners - and now Ms A and Mr B are added. It seems like a lot of sponsors are gypsies. How does that work and why? Should that be concerning for a Limited Partner investor? Michael explains what he is noticing today in syndication trends and what can certai...

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, I am thinking of buying a $1 million apartment building and should I put...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 5 years ago

Michael gives an example on apartment loan structuring and what you should consider BEFORE you lock yourself in with a future large prepayment penalty. When you are buying your first apartment building and it qualifies for a long term Freddie Mac loan, you may want to consider additional financing options if you are thinking of selling within the next 5-7 years.

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, I’m a PASSIVE INVESTOR and I am reviewing someone else’s underwritin...

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 6 years ago

IF you are a passive investor you want to review a realistic PROFORMA before you invest. Michael discusses line items on the operating statement such as rental rate growth, loss to lease, property tax step-up costs, and future labor costs. Are the assumptions from the SPONSOR too aggressive?

ASK MIKE MONDAYS - Michael, what reports should I be receiving from my apartment management company?

oldcapitalpodcast oldcapitalpodcast | 5 years ago

Michael discusses the different reports that a management company should be providing to the managing member every month. Obviously, it is better to overly communicate with investors and partnerships with detailed monthly operating statements.