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Ep. 57 Albert Berriz – McKinley Bullish on I-4 Corridor for Multi-Family

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00f4451Florida real estate investors should be familiar with the name McKinley. With over 55 million square feet of commercial and residential real estate in 34 states, McKinley, Inc. is 37th largest real estate investment and management firm in the nation.

Albert Berriz, CEO, Co-owner & Co-Managing Member of McKinley talks with us this week about the firm’s special interest in Florida. The Interstate 4 Corridor, connecting Tampa, Lakeland, Orlando and Daytona Beach is favorite of McKinley for it’s unique position as a major economic engine for Florida. The firm owns and manages 55 multi-family communities along the I-4 corridor. Albert discusses the firm’s attraction to the corridor as a region of of immense population growth.

  • I-4 Corridor
    • Tampa/St. Petersburg, Lakeland, Orlando, Daytona Beach
    • 3/5 of Florida Residents centralized around I-4
    • 6.5 million residents (6th largest population concentration by geographic area in U.S.)
  • Economic Growth
    • 1.3 times over growth rate of South Florida
    • Panama Canal to introduce Port of Tampa to new markets
    • All Aboard Florida rail project to provide high-speed transit between Orlando and South Florida
      • Tourism/Entertainment
        • Theme Parks in Orlando and Tampa
        • Coastal attractions

For any investor seeking to improve their success in the real estate market, Albert believes that a mentor is an invaluable resource for investors. The expertise and understanding of a seasoned investor can provide knowledge and guidance to make actionable investment decisions.

Albert cites Colin Powell as a distinct influence on his development as a leader. Despite his focus in military and politics as opposed to business, Gen. Powell established himself as a true leader in his field and exhibits the qualities of leadership that can be applied to any individual.

Check out Colin Powell’s literature on leadership on Amazon

To find out more about Mckinley’s properties in Florida visit their website

 

 

Ep. 56 – Karma Senge: Trials & Tribulations of a MultiFamily Investor

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1f396c8When it comes to multifamily investing, the size of the deals is often the most intimidating, but as we know, with bigger risks come bigger rewards.There is always a reason not to do something. The transition to becoming a multifamily investor may seem overwhelming but many investors make the move into multifamily markets and overcome the obstacles to become successful multifamily investors.

Karma Senge is a multifamily investor with quite an interesting story. Like most real estate investors, Karma cut his teeth in investing in the single-family markets. After entering the market in the early 2000s, Karma had soon acquired over 350 properties in his portfolio and was single-handedly managing them all. After a brief departure from real estate investing to recover from the stress of single-family investing, Karma reentered the market with a focus on multifamily investing. Despite his renewed vigor, Karma had to work his way back from the ground up in the multifamily market, eventually acquiring his first investment on a 6-property portfolio. Karma’s story is one of hard work and perseverance. Karma managed to overcome the obstacles ahead of him and establish himself as a successful multifamily investor in Florida and the Southeast U.S.

  • Alternative Financing
    • Seller-financing and creative debt options provide an appealing alternative to institutional debt options
  • Due Diligence
    • Researching markets and properties is imperative before committting to any deal
  • Find a Mentor

    • Someone who is an experienced multifamily investor can serve as an invaluable source of information and guidance
  • Have a Team
    • A team of experienced staff or even a partner can help to manage responsibilities and stress
  • Community Investing
    • It is important to consider tenants when investing in multifamily. Invest in community-oriented projects and developments.

Karma recommends:

Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks, PhD for those thinking of entering into multifamily investing.

If you would like to find out more about Karma’s investment firm, please visit his website

you can contact Karma via email at karmalodrowsenge@gmail.com

 

Ep. 55 – Brian Bandell: Update on the South Florida Real Estate Market

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3657aafSouth Florida has always been in a class apart from the rest of the state in terms of real estate development. The South Florida real estate market has lead the state in real estate investment and growth. Despite it’s ups and downs the South Florida real estate market has historically been a market indicator in terms of development and investment activity. South Florida’s unique positioning and heavy influence of foreign investment makes this market an interesting and dynamic one.

Brian Bandell is a senior journalist with the South Florida Business Journal covering real estate, transportation and logistics. For over a decade, Brian has served the South Florida business community. With an expert ear for news, Brian gives us a brief, but detailed overview of the South Florida real estate market and what is in store for future developments in the area.

  •  $7.5 billion in construction starts in Miami and South Florida
    • Condominium/Multi-family
    • Retail
  • Developers/Developments
  • South Florida economy driven by tourism and foreign investment
    • Heavily dependent on international markets
    • Strengthening of USD may adversely affect South Florida investments
  • Miami moving towards transit city
    • Metrorail connects major points in Miami
    • Metromover connects Downtown Miami
    • Trirail connects Miami to West Palm Beac
    • All Aboard Florida rail project will connect Miami to Orlando
  • Issues
    • Commuting is still difficult in South Florida for those who don’t live near transit stations or commute by car
    • Development in South Florida does not represent demographics
      1. Developments are for high-end/luxury spaces
      2. Middle-income bracket job growth not suited to high-end developments
    • Rapid rent increases
      1. Multi-family rent increases: 8.8% in Miami-Dade, 7.1% in Broward and 5.8% in Palm Beach
      2. Weekly wage increase: 2%

To find out more about Brian’s work with the South Florida Business Journal visit their website

In addition to his journalistic successes, Brian is also a published author of fiction! Look for his books on Amazon

 

Ep. 49 Kevin Jursinski, Esq: Update on Dodd Frank Seller Financing Laws and Real Estate Lending on Single Family Properties

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Kevin-F.-Jursinski-B.C.SSince the Dodd-Frank Act was signed into law in 2010, the immense and labyrinthine series of stringent financial regulations has been a foreboding presence in real estate lending, especially in Florida. Instituted in response to the Great Recession, Dodd-Frank has posed a formidable threat to investors. With over 2000 pages of new rules and financial regulations, investors are unsure exactly what is exempt from Dodd-Frank stipulations.

Kevin Jursinski, B.C.S is FL Bar Board certified in real estate and construction law as well as business litigation. With over over 30 years of practice in Florida real estate law as well as personal experience in the Florida investment market, Kevin has the knowledge and insight to summarize the bill and define its role in real estate lending. Kevin also discusses how Dodd-Frank related litigation might be approached in court.

  • Dodd-Frank Act (2010)
    • Dense and punitive set of rules outlining financial regulation
  • Seller-Financing & 3rd Party-Financing Affected
  • Gray Areas Explained
    • Dodd-Frank does not apply to non-consumers (Investors) of residential property
    • Commercial properties do not apply
    • Dodd-Frank only affects primary residences (vacation homes exempt)
    • Purchase-money financing only affected by Dodd-Frank in owner-occupied sales
    • Residential home-builders are precluded under Dodd-Frank from becoming contractors of seller finanacing
    • Dodd-Frank does not apply retroactively – previous owner-occupied financing not affected
    • Dodd-Frank applies to origination of loan intent
  • Recent Dodd-Frank Changes
    • Owner-occupied residence lending/financing
      • 1-Sale exceptions – Sell one property per year w/ Dodd-Frank guidelines
      • 3-Sale exceptions – Sell up to three properties per year w/ Dodd-Frank guidelines
  • Government Oversight

To keep updated on changes to Dodd-Frank and its impact on real estate lending visit Kevin’s website, www.kfjlaw.com

Kevin’s article on  Update-as-to-the-Dodd-Frank-Act-Seller-Financing-Restrictions

Dodd Frank Seller Financing Rule Update

 

 

 

Ep. 45 What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About the Family Office Market

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Brian_Prax_WebThe elusive family office market. Investors may have heard that it offers a deep pool for raising capital for deals, but for many it remains an enigma: a veritable El Dorado of investment capital, discussed in hushed tones in investment seminars and conferences throughout the country. What IS the family office market? How do you get involved in it?

This week, we have Brian Burke stop by. Brian is the co-founder and managing director of Praxis Capital, an investment firm that manages investments in a variety of markets. In addition to his extensive knowledge and experience in single and multi-family markets, Brian also has invaluable experience working in the family office market. He discusses what the family office market is exactly along with providing tips for working your way into the market.

  • Family Office Market
    • High net-worth families that need to invest
    • Usually managed by family member or RIA
    • Offers high investment opportunities, but difficult to get into
  • How to Get Into Family Office
    • Get Noticed – use word-of-mouth and alternative press (podcasts, radio shows) to get word out
    • Do not solicit to family office markets…You will be approached if there is an intereset
    • Attend family office conferences
    • Networking is key

For more information on Brian’s firm Praxis Capital or to contact his team, visit their website!

 

Ep. 44 Carl Hudson – Did You Know the Federal Reserve Monitors Florida’s Real Estate Market?

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hudsoncarlpThe Federal Reserve is institution many are aware of. As the central bank of the United States, it serves as the standard for banking as well as regulates and moderates national interest rates. What many don’t know is that the Federal Reserve also has many other responsibilities.

Carl D. Hudson, Ph.D. is the Director of the Center for Real Estate Analytics at the Federal Reserve Bank Atlanta. The Atlanta division of the Fed (1 of 12) oversees much of the Southeast U.S., including Florida. Dr. Hudson is responsible for identifying and analyzing systemic impacts in real estate, economy, financial institutions and consumers. This week he shares his insights on the post-recession rates of Florida’s real estate market and its relation to the rest of the nation.

  • Florida is real estate market economy
  • Immigration major factor in FL real estate market
    • 2000-2007 – >300k/ year in population growth
    • 2008-2009 – <100k/ year
  • Economy is improving slowly
    • FL employment growth rates – 3.4% annually, highest in Southeast U.S.
    • Only .2% growth from pre-recession peak
  • Interest Rates may see increase over time
    • Short-term rate increases likely
    • Indicative of returning economy
    • No dramatic increases
  • Multi-Family markets in FL
    • 40% year-after-year construction growth rates
    • Major Markets: Tampa, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Jacksonville, Orlando seeing positive trends in construction
  • Miami
    • Largely driven by foreign market
    • July 2012: 4200 units under construction; June 2015 20,000 units under construction
    • Strengthening of U.S. dollar may inhibit foreign investment
  • Yield rates
    • Lower rates than pre-recession, but functioning at rates equivalent to early 2000s
  • Changes to investing
    • Prior to recession – financing investment involved a deposit
    • Post-recession – “pay as you go” financing on the rise
    • Greater commitment to investment, not easy to walk away
  • Growth trends for Florida?
    • Panama Canal reopening could mean major impacts on East Coast port cities
    • In FL – Jacksonville, Tampa, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale

To find out more from Dr. Hudson’s department, visit The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s website and click the Center for Real Estate Analytics link

Click here to read the President of the Atlanta Federal Reserve, Dennis Lockhart‘s speech on the national economy

Stay informed with Dr. Hudson’s blog, Real Estate Research

Ep. 41 Ryan Severino: Things You Should Know About CAP Rates, Interest Rates & Asset Classes in Florida for 2015

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images The recovery from the 2008 economic recession has been a slow one with real estate being perhaps one of the hardest hit industries during the recession. In Florida, investors in all asset classes are feeling uncertain about rising costs of rental rates and projected interest rates adversely affecting cap (capitalization) rates.

Ryan Severino joins us this week to discuss the recovery from the recession and its effect on real estate investment. As a senior economist and Director of Research at REIS, one of the nation’s leading real estate data providors, Ryan can provide expert insight on national recovery and how it translates to a state level. He also clears up the uncertainty over cap rates, interest rates & asset classes in Florida real estate.

  • In 2008, U.S. experienced deep balance sheet recession
    • Excess debt built up in national economy
    • Flow of credit ceased
    • Slow recovery period
  • 2-2.5% GDP growth rate annually (next several years)
  • Class A inventories on rise, B & C inventories diminishing
    • Results in top-of-market rental rates in all asset classes
  • Southeast FL markets experienced above average recovery
    • Supported by foreign investment
    • Rents rising quicker than income recovery
    • Miami, Ft. Lauderdale becoming unaffordable markets
  • Central, Northeast FL markets still generally affordable
  • Multi-Family properties becoming much more competitive
    • Cap rate compression beginning to plateau
  • Commercial properties experiencing early-stage recovery
    • Room for cap rate compression
  • Cap Rates not effected solely by interest rates
    • Tied more closely to economic recovery
    • NOI (net operating income) effects cap rates

Ryan’s Tips:

  • Real Estate is a cyclical investment market
  • Follow proven market trends

For more information and research data on a variety of asset classes, visit the REIS website here

Ep. 37 June Fletcher Talks Naples Real Estate

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June_Fletcher_1433953767891_19585335_ver1.0_640_480 As a real estate investor, especially in Florida, it is important to remember one thing: there is no single real estate market. The Florida real estate markets are diverse and dynamic and are comprised of many different asset classes; from single and multi-family to commercial investment markets. Naples, on microcosmic scale, is a good representation of a diverse market. Although, with low supply of available property and a near-exclusive cash-buyer’s market leading to high real estate values, it can be difficult to find a footing in investing in Naples real estate.

June Fletcher can be considered an expert on real estate markets. She has been involved in business and real estate reporting for nearly 30 years and currently works as a Business and Real Estate reporter for the Naples Daily News. As local resident of Naples, she has the inside scoop on the current state of the Naples real estate markets.

  • Naples is one of highest Cash Markets in US
    • Represent 7/10 buyers
  • Collier County very diverse demographically
    • Marco Island + City of Naples, largely wealthy
    • Immokalee + other outlying areas, lower-income
  • Higher-price market averages compared with FL
    • Naples – $432k for single-family, $285k for townhomes/condos
    • FL – $200k for single-family, $159k for townhomes/condos
  • Higher net-worth value than state and national markets
    • City of Naples – $752k
    • State of FL – $395k
    • US – $496k
  • Decrease in Institutional Investor transactions (buys 10 or more units in calendar year)
  • Not affordable for local residents
    • Average income – $55k per year
    • Not many multi-family developments or affordable living projects
    • Ave Maria – planned community 20 mi. from City of Naples
    • Long commutes

If you are looking to visit Naples for investment opportunities or just to enjoy its natural splendor, June recommends stopping by The Bayhouse Restaurant for some great local flavor and grub or to catch a live Celtic band!

If you wish to contact June for more information on Naples real estate, email her at: fletcher.june@gmail.com

Look for June’s book, House Poor available now!

 

Ep 32 Daren Blomquist – What Are the Hot Florida Markets?

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Investors and consumers alike are aware of the changes occurring in the Florida real estate climate. Clearly, there has been a marked shift away from the colossal fallout that came with the 2008 economic downturn, but what are the new trends emerging in Florida real estate markets? What can investors look for as the new, hot Florida markets?

headshot_daren_blomquistDaren Blomquist joins us to discuss these changing markets and what investors and potential investors may want to look out for. As Vice President of RealtyTrac, Daren has nearly 15 years of experience in real estate data collection and analysis. Although initially specializing in Foreclosure data collection, RealtyTrac has expanded its scope to encompass a more holistic approach, collecting data on wide-ranging varieties of real estate markets and empowering consumers, developers and investors with the resources and information on market trends.

In Florida markets, Daren indicates several trends and potential trends that are currently forming in real estate. As Florida is still on the recovery from the massive flood of foreclosures following the 2008 economic downturn, there are many hot markets stemming from these foreclosures. Potential markets are also being projected based on consumer trends following the recession; there has been a paradigm shift overall away from traditional home ownership.

  • Despite dramatic decreases, Florida remains top-ranking in foreclosure rates
    • Jacksonville (Duval County) highest in FL
    • Tampa (Hillsborough County) 2nd
    • Daytona Beach (Volusia County) 3rd
  • Decrease in home ownership
    • roughly 5 million age 35 and under not owning
    • roughly 7 million age 35-45 not owning
    • shift towards rentals
  • Cash sales constitute 53% residential property sales
  • Multi-family markets on upturn
    • 2-4 units and 5+ up roughly 7% annually
    • 5+ units up 15%
  • House-flipping remains active in FL on foreclosure-centric areas
    • Ocala sees 13% increase in single-family house-flipping
    • Miami, Tampa account for high flip rates
    • “Responsible Flipping”
  • Hot-spots for rent increase rates (above HUD fair-market data average)
    • Citrus County – 3%
    • Polk, Bay, Volusia – 3%
    • Brevard, Okaloosa, Alachua – 2%

To find out more from RealtyTrac or to view recent reports, visit:

realtytrac.com/news

For foreclosure and other market trends, visit

realtytrac.com/trendcenter

Investors and developers can find resources and information by visiting:

mega.realtytrac.com

Subscribe to RealtyTrac for even more info!

 

EP16 – Is Jacksonville a City for Millennials? (Real Estate Market Overview)

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Is Jacksonville a City for Millennials? – Real Estate Market Overview

jacksonville-cruise-portTim Becker, Director of the Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies at the University of Florida talks Jacksonville in the 4th part of our 4 part series, covering the major real estate markets in the State of Florida.  This series is in anticipation of the Bergstrom Center’s Trends and Strategies conference from February 26th-27th in Orlando.

 

Becker reveals that Jacksonville has really taken off in the last couple of years, enough so that Jacksonville is catching up to other major markets in Florida such as Miami, Tampa, and Orlando.

Important Points Discussed:

Quote of the episode

“Everyone is chasing the Millennials.” –Tim Becker

Also do not forget to register for Center’s Trends and Strategies Conference February 26-27 in Orlando, Fl. By following the link and simply registering!

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