In most markets, multifamily has faced multiple headwinds. Over supply has impacted Class A, B and C properties as renters have sought out lower rents plus concessions. Occupancy has become a challenge, and rents are flattening or contracting. At the same time, insurance costs have doubled or even tripled, and property taxes have doubled in many markets. Concurrently, operating expenses have also skyrocketed. Brian Levredge, President of Pinnacle Asset Management, owns 60’s and 70’s multifamily

To get the maximum return on Multifamily properties, in-house management is a requirement. Third party managers are focused on chasing new and larger clients, while your property is a lesser priority. They also get paid on revenue, so they don’t pay as much attention to managing expenses. Additionally, they move their best employees to properties owned by their larger clients. Todd Dexhierner, partner of Endurus Capital, improved his occupancy 6-7% across his properties, and increased NOI 40% af

Despite challenges, the U.S. is still an economic behemoth with extraoridnaty productivity and innovation. Over time, both the stock market and Real Estate have ridden out downturns and performed and created massive wealth. That’s why you need to stay active and hold for long periods of time. Five years or less is often not enough time to expect execution of a business plan. Peter Linneman, Principal of Linneman Associates, is a prolific multi-decade investor and founder of Wharton's Real Estate