BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast

607: Multifamily Q&A: How to Start, Scale, and Succeed in Apartment Investing w/Andrew Cushman

May 10, 2022
Andrew Cushman, a seasoned multifamily investor from Vantage Point Acquisitions, shares his journey from novice to expert, having acquired over 2,500 units. He delves into essential strategies for transitioning from single-family to multifamily investments, emphasizing the importance of thorough underwriting and financing options. Andrew discusses the impact of rising interest rates, offering insights on maximizing ROI and the significance of networking. His advice makes multifamily investing accessible, sparking curiosity even among first-time investors.
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Underwriting Multifamily

  • Commit to learning multifamily underwriting, which is more complex than single-family.
  • Consider factors like vacancy, renovations, cap rates, and debt costs.
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Multifamily Debt

  • Understand multifamily debt, which differs significantly from single-family loans.
  • Learn about non-recourse loans, bad boy carvouts, and prepayment penalties.
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Matching Debt to Business Plan

  • Match your debt with your business plan, considering prepayment penalties and yield maintenance.
  • Avoid long-term debt if you plan to sell quickly.
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