I hear this question every single week: Where should I price my property and why? We often hear brokers of multifamily properties dispense conflicting and even bad advice on this topic.
A few “macro” NYC Multifamily Investment trends are emerging this year. Based on feedback from both private clients and institutional capital sources, there is a consistency in positive messaging that needs to be shared.
December 20th, 2017 marked the passage of the first major overhaul of the tax code in decades. This event ends a year of uncertainty. It will have wide-reaching effects on the economy. Although not everyone is happy with the new tax code, real estate investors will find that it provides them with favorable tax treatment with large tax cuts for corporations and pass-throughs such as LLCs.
New York’s real estate market beats to an entirely different rhythm to any other in the world. Here, we have everything; fast-paced transactions with property which changes hands rapidly sitting next to ancient buildings which have been held by the same families for generations. The recent sale of the a family’s Greenwich Village portfolio perfectly represents the antique side of New York – the low-velocity, long cycle of property which rarely changes hands and are often the architectural and cultural heritage of the city.
New York’s real estate market beats to an entirely different rhythm to any other in the world. Here, we have everything; fast-paced transactions with property which changes hands rapidly sitting next to ancient buildings which have been held by the same families for generations. The recent sale of the a family’s Greenwich Village portfolio perfectly represents the antique side of New York – the low-velocity, long cycle of property which rarely changes hands and are often the architectural and cultural heritage of the city.
There are any number of reasons to separate from a real estate partnership. One partner may need to free the capital for other purposes – such as retirement or education funding. The investment’s performance may not be living up to expectations. The property owned by the partnership may require more upkeep, maintenance, or repair than anticipated, or management responsibilities may be proving burdensome.
With sales numbers in for the first three quarters of 2017, it has given us an opportunity to look back over the year to make and share some insights into the market. Overall, across all of New York City, 2017 sales volume is down approximately 40%.
To be a successful seller in this market you need the right broker, using the right process, who provides accurate pricing guidance. This story is timely given today’s phase of the real estate cycle. In a flat market, investors cannot make mistakes. It’s imperative you work with a specialist.
It's not what you make, it's what you keep. While helping New York City owners buy and sell investment properties, the ultimate objective is very clear: either improve cash flow or increase appreciation. Becoming more tax efficient is a very important part of that strategy. This month, I have asked Rob Rahner from Cost Recovery Solutions to explain cost segregation and why it's beneficial for New York City multifamily owners.
Behind The Bricks is the #1 podcast on New York City Multifamily Real Estate Investing. Through discussions with the most influential NYC apartment building owners, we get a deeper look into this exciting investment industry. The goal of these talks is to go behind the transactions and explore what drives these individuals and the investment choices they make.