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Building Bridges in Key Markets: Breneman Capital's Real Estate Strategy
June was a bustling month for Breneman Capital, marked by crucial visits to our two key target markets – Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth. Our mission? To stay informed about all the latest developments in these markets, and to foster relationships with influential real estate professionals. These bridges we're building will equip us to navigate the current market slowdown, ready to seize the right opportunities when they arise. Amidst market uncertainty, we're reaffirming our focus on value-add investments, which we believe provides the most appealing prospect with multiple exit strategies. Our unwavering commitment to our investors and persistence, we believe, will bear fruitful results.
Five Ways Multifamily Real Estate Investments Can Benefit You Amid A Recession
Not all multifamily properties are the same, but the nature of the investment type means that there are similar trajectories with multifamily that make it a vital part of an investment strategy. With demand for rentals in residential buildings at a record high and inventory of affordable apartment housing at a historic low, the recipe for long-term multifamily property stability and growth is evident.
Asset Sale Generates 16.38% IRR, 2.0x Equity Multiple
Breneman Capital is pleased to announce the successful disposition of 4016 N Bell in Chicago on April 28, 2023.
3 Additional Mistakes Passive investors Make When Investing In Real Estate
Recently, we released an article covering three common mistakes we see LPs committing as they invest in real estate. Investors will have to worry about more than just those key mistakes, so here are 3 more common mistakes that we see investors committing when judging investment opportunities.
A Lesson in Putting Investors First: Reflecting on a Difficult Acquisition Decision
In April 2022, Breneman Capital faced a difficult decision when the real estate market began to change rapidly. Prioritizing our investors' best interests, we chose to cancel a promising acquisition rather than proceeding with a complicated business plan. A year later, this decision has proven to be the right one, highlighting the importance of staying true to our core values in the real estate investment industry.
Promote, Incentive Fee, Carried Interest - A Passive Investor’s Guide to Understanding This Type of Fee
Learn about incentive fees in real estate investing, including how they work, different structures, and their impact on passive investors. Breneman Capital provides insights and tips for evaluating investment opportunities.
How We Are Protecting Our Cash and Lending Relationships
As if inflation and rapidly increasing interest rates were not enough to generate economic uncertainty, March has brought upon us two bank failures, those of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank—with fears of additional failures over the coming weeks still looming.
3 Key Mistakes Passive Investors Make When Investing In Real Estate
As an investor, it is important to be mindful of the potential mistakes that can hinder investment success. Limited Partners (LPs) play a vital role in private equity real estate investments, but they can make mistakes that can impede their ability to achieve their investment goals.
Understanding Fees in Passive Real Estate Investing
Any investment manager, in order to hire and retain the best talent, purchase the best software, and keep the lights on, needs to charge fees. Well-run firms find a balance between charging fees that will ensure that the company is able to continue to operate during market slowdowns, while simultaneously minimizing additional costs to acquire/maintain properties so that investor returns are maximized.
Market Spotlight: Austin, TX
Austin is the land of music, art, and vibrant culture. And Round Rock: the homely city just north of Austin that’s known for its small-town charm and big-city amenities. Combined, these two cities form one of the most dynamic markets in Texas – a prime location to invest in multifamily properties.
Market Spotlight: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
In 2022, Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington TX landed the #4 overall spot in our Market Appreciation Model and even more astoundingly scored above average appreciation in our model every year except for 3 years from 2000-2022. And in the 3 years it was below average it was just a hair under the 37 market average making it the best market for investors looking for growth and stability.
Market Spotlight: Orlando, FL
Orlando is a thriving MSA and home to world-renowned theme parks, beautiful beaches, and vibrant nightlife. But this Central Florida city is not just an amazing place for tourists – it's also a very fast-growing place for permanent residents.
Market Spotlight: Phoenix, AZ MSA
Phoenix is the oft-forgotten gem of the Southwest. With its warm climate, vibrant culture, and diverse economy, it’s no wonder that investors are beginning to take note of this region as a prime destination for multifamily property investment.
In this article, we'll cover the many benefits of investing in multifamily properties in the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ MSA. You'll learn about the region's economic growth and stability, the area’s strong job market, its affordability for renters, and much more.
Market Spotlight: Tampa, FL
From Tampa itself to nearby cities such as Clearwater and St. Petersburg, the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) has become a hotbed for investors looking to take advantage of the region’s strong rental market and affordable cost of living.
Breneman Capital: 2022 Year-End Review
2022 was quite the year. Despite the market turbulence, it was a successful year for Breneman Capital and its investors. From the last week of 2021 until December 31st, 2022, we transacted on $60M+ of real estate, selling 4 assets in Chicago and acquiring 5 assets in Phoenix.
Five Most Common Ways To Invest in Real Estate
At Breneman Capital, we believe our investors’ success is our own success. That is why we provide all the insights and resources necessary for you to determine the best possible investment solutions that correspond to your goals and needs.
2021-2022 Chicago Multifamily Portfolio rent growth by neighborhood
All of this amounted to the strongest rental market in Chicago in over a decade, tracking alongside other major metro areas in the US.
Our Chicago portfolio has seen significant rent growth during the past 12 months.
Understanding How the Real Estate Market has Shifted in 2022
Economic uncertainty has been a major talking point across all industries over the last few months. The federal reserve has steadily been increasing interest rates in an effort to combat inflation, while supply chains have suffered due to countless factors, most notably the Russia-Ukraine war and renewed COVID-19 lockdowns in China.
Just like the public equity sector, real estate has been adjusting to the current economic and financial climate after a period of unprecedented growth. So what changes have we seen in the private real estate sector?
How Decreasing Single-Family Home Sales Can Shape the U.S. Multifamily Landscape
As home prices have slightly decreased, new housing starts have declined by nearly 10% in the past few months in light of runaway inflation and higher mortgage rates.
Letter from the Team: New Look, Same Commitment to Our Investors
If you have recently seen our social media profiles, website, or are a member of our newsletter, you may have already noticed that Rise Invest has officially rebranded as Breneman Capital.