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The #1 Mistake Investors Make: Ignoring Market Selection in Underwriting (Part 1)

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Part 1: Why Market Selection Matters More Than the Deal I’m often asked: What’s the first step in underwriting deals? The answer isn’t the numbers! It’s the market—because market conditions determine your inputs (aka assumptions) for the financial analysis and cash flow projections that are ultimately used to derive the investment valuation and profitability. A […]

Unlocking the Fundamentals of Multifamily Underwriting

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When it comes to multifamily investing, there is one essential skill that every investor (passive or active) should have a good understanding of: underwriting. It is more than just crunching numbers – it is the art and science of evaluating the investment risks, the financials, and the potential profitability of multifamily properties. What Is Multifamily […]

Introducing The Multifamily Underwriting Minute: Simplify Your Multifamily Deal Analysis

Vessi Kapoulian, founder of Mastering Multifamily Underwriting.

I’m excited to announce the launch of my LinkedIn newsletter, The Underwriting Minute! Why I’m Creating This Now: Multifamily investing can seem overwhelming, especially when it comes to underwriting deals. Whether you’re an active or passive investor, understanding the numbers is key to making smart, confident decisions. That’s why I created The Underwriting Minute: to […]