Sunbelt Multifamily Investments Shine in 2024
| | |

Sunbelt Multifamily Investments Shine in 2024

In the ever-changing landscape of investment, multifamily assets stand out for their resilience. As economic turbulence persists in 2024, investors turn to trusted partners like Viking Capital to steer them through uncertain waters. Despite the Federal Reserve’s delay in interest rate relief, institutional investors remain cautious, creating a unique advantage for Viking and its investors…

2024 Multifamily Occupancy Trends: On the Rise
| | |

2024 Multifamily Occupancy Trends: On the Rise

The multifamily housing market continues to evolve, and investors are closely monitoring economic shifts, interest rates, and the sector’s overall health. After a challenging period of declining occupancy rates, the market is now experiencing a resurgence. Since February 2022, occupancy rates have been a cause for concern. However, new data suggests that the rental market…

Newsletter May 2024

Newsletter May 2024

May was a powerhouse month for the Viking Capital team, marked by significant personal and professional growth. By investing in our team’s development, we ensure we can continue making strategic moves even during periods of low transaction activity, bringing sustained value to our investors. Being at the forefront of education and continued relationship building is part of how we have continued to bring new deals to our…

The Ultimate Guide to Evaluating Potential Real Estate Markets
| | |

The Ultimate Guide to Evaluating Potential Real Estate Markets

In real estate investing, selecting the right location is vital to success. Partnering with a private equity firm offers investors a distinct advantage: access to a wealth of experience and expertise. By tapping into the collective knowledge of seasoned real estate professionals, investors can benefit from rigorous deal evaluation, on-the-ground property management across diverse markets,…

Optimizing Your Future Investments
| | |

Optimizing Your Future Investments

Navigating today’s economic turbulence has become a major challenge for investors nationwide. From unexpected capital calls to halted distributions and, in some cases, even substantial losses, the beginning of 2024 has presented a daunting investment landscape. However, amidst these trials, there are glimmers of hope and opportunity for investors trying to optimize their investment portfolio….

Strategic Property Moves: Navigating Seller Motivations
| | |

Strategic Property Moves: Navigating Seller Motivations

As we approach the halfway mark of 2024, multifamily owners face a dilemma. With cap rates expanded and buyers grappling with higher interest rates, the cost of capital has soared. Consequently, owners wanting to sell are pressured to discount prices to make deals viable and ensure transactions occur. In this scenario, one might wonder why…

The Role of Replacement Cost Analysis for Multifamily Success
| |

The Role of Replacement Cost Analysis for Multifamily Success

Making informed decisions is paramount in the dynamic world of multifamily real estate investment. Whether you’re eyeing a value-add property or a core-plus asset, understanding the replacement cost value is crucial. At Viking Capital, we pride ourselves on our meticulous approach to acquisitions, scouring the nation for prime opportunities in the market. Our acquisitions team…

Leveraging Your IRA to Invest in Multifamily Real Estate
| | |

Leveraging Your IRA to Invest in Multifamily Real Estate

For many self-employed entrepreneurs and part-time workers who don’t have access to a 401k, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are the gateway to financial independence and have great tax advantages. Both traditional and ROTH IRAs offer fantastic opportunities to save for retirement while building long-term wealth. However, they come with limitations. These accounts are managed by…

Newsletter April 2024
|

Newsletter April 2024

Viking Capital’s CEO, Vikram Raya, and our Director of Investor Relations, Chris Parrinello, attended the Best Ever Real Estate Conference in Utah last month and loved getting to see many of you! Viking Capital is dedicated to investing time and resources for advanced education to ensure a thorough understanding of the economic and multifamily indicators…

Top 10 Worst States to Invest in Multifamily: 2024
| | | |

Top 10 Worst States to Invest in Multifamily: 2024

At Viking Capital, our acquisitions team meticulously combs through extensive data, metrics, and projections to determine the 10 worst states for investing in multifamily properties in 2024. Our findings incorporated various factors including the overall desirability of the location, resident satisfaction, and GDP economy scores. The final metric we evaluated is resident affordability, assessing average…