Year-End Tax Strategies for Multifamily Investors
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Year-End Tax Strategies for Multifamily Investors

As the year ends, it’s the perfect time to look closer at your multifamily investment portfolio. Why? Because strategic tax planning and portfolio rebalancing can help you maximize returns and minimize your tax burden. As deadlines draw near, making proactive investment adjustments can enhance your tax situation while positioning you for long-term growth. Whether you…

How to Identify High-Growth Markets for Maximum Multifamily ROI
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How to Identify High-Growth Markets for Maximum Multifamily ROI

Location is the cornerstone of success in multifamily investing, influencing everything from tenant demand to property appreciation. A well-chosen location can mean the difference between consistent cash flow and prolonged vacancies. Factors such as job growth, population trends, access to amenities, and local economic stability all play a critical role in determining a property’s long-term…

Top Benefits of Financial Podcasts
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Top Benefits of Financial Podcasts

Podcasts have transformed from a niche hobby into a powerful medium, showcasing content on any topic imaginable. Before their rise in the early 2000s, innovators had already begun experimenting with internet radio and video blogs. The breakthrough came in 2003 when software engineer Dave Winer created a way for journalist Christopher Lydon, to share interviews…

Viking Capital Newsletter- November 2024
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Viking Capital Newsletter- November 2024

As 2024 winds down, Viking Capital proudly marks the achievement of completing five acquisitions this year—a true reflection of our team’s dedication and strategic focus. With our sights set on eight deals in 2025, we are refining our strategies to seize new opportunities in an economic climate that we believe will further elevate the value…

Inflation And The Emergence of Millions of Accredited Investors
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Inflation And The Emergence of Millions of Accredited Investors

Inflation has become one of the most significant forces shaping the modern financial landscape. It influences everything from consumers’ purchasing power to seasoned professionals’ investment decisions. Rising prices ripple across industries, affecting the costs of goods, services, and housing, and impacting how individuals and businesses manage their wealth. For investors, inflation creates both challenges and…

Bonus Depreciation: How the Election Results Shape Investor Strategies
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Bonus Depreciation: How the Election Results Shape Investor Strategies

With the election results just finalized, the potential impacts on economic policy are top of mind for investors. With Donald Trump being named our 47th President, shifts in key provisions, such as bonus depreciation—a vital tax incentive—is under scrutiny. Originally introduced through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, bonus depreciation allowed investors to…

Viking Capital Newsletter October 2024

Viking Capital Newsletter October 2024

In early October, Viking Capital gathered for our quarterly meeting—a deep dive into the goals, roadblocks, and strategies shaping our path to achieving eight deals per year. These growth sessions aren’t just routine updates; they’re high-energy, focused discussions that uncover the challenges each department faces and lay the groundwork for solutions. It’s these collaborative, forward-thinking…

Why the Dallas Multifamily Market is Hotter Than Ever
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Why the Dallas Multifamily Market is Hotter Than Ever

Home to America’s football team, the Cowboys, and to Southwest Airlines, Dallas has established itself as a major player in U.S. tourism. Over the past five years, Dallas’s economic landscape has transformed, with billions of dollars fueling growth across healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. This rapid expansion has attracted a large wave of domestic migration, and…

Why Investors Are Turning to Build-to-Rent Opportunities
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Why Investors Are Turning to Build-to-Rent Opportunities

Build-to-rent (BTR) homes are a rapidly growing segment in real estate, specifically designed and constructed for rental use. These properties, including both multifamily townhouses and single-family houses, offering a strategic investment opportunity. Build-to-rent (BTR) homes offer tenants the best of both worlds: modern new homes with private yards and garages, combined with the ease and…

The Impact of Natural Disasters on Apartment Communities
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The Impact of Natural Disasters on Apartment Communities

As natural disasters escalate—particularly hurricanes in the Southeast and Gulf regions—multifamily apartment communities are facing increasing challenges. These events not only affect tenants but also disrupt operations and impact the overall performance of investments. In this article, we explore how natural disasters are reshaping apartment communities and what they mean for tenants, property managers, and…