Episode #216: Multifamily Market Update with J Scott

What’s the current state of the multifamily real estate market, and how can investors navigate today’s economic challenges? In this episode, we welcome J Scott, a partner at Bar Down Investments and an acclaimed real estate investor. He’s also the author of five books published by BiggerPockets and co-host of the very popular Drunk Real Estate Podcast. In our conversation, J delves into the impact of the recent interest rate cuts on mortgage and cap rates, explains trends in housing supply and demand, and examines how inflation and economic shifts are influencing multifamily properties. He also shares advice on overcoming rising expenses, navigating distressed debt opportunities, and avoiding common mistakes as a real estate investor. Join us to gain insights on managing multifamily investments in a rapidly evolving market with J Scott. Tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• The influence of recent rate cuts on mortgage rates and the multifamily market.
• Cap rates and why current conditions create a buyer’s market.
• Navigating market volatility and why buying during downturns is a good strategy.
• Key economic indicators that J tracks to uncover industry trends. 
• How inflation has capped rent growth while increasing operating costs.
• Perspectives on the most common mistakes real estate investors make.
• J’s advice: invest for the long term and avoid selling assets prematurely.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

J Scott

J Scott on X

J Scott on LinkedIn

Bar Down Investments

Drunk Real Estate Podcast

BiggerPockets 

BiggerPockets Books by J Scott

Asset Management Mastery Facebook Group

Break of Day Capital
Break of Day Capital Instagram

Break of Day Capital YouTube

Gary Lipsky on LinkedIn

Joseph Fang on LinkedIn