The InvestHER Podcast Why Student Housing Is the Next Big Investment Opportunity | Beth Underhill
EPISODE 514: Think student housing is just about parties and chaos? That’s not the case. In this episode, we dive deep into the lucrative world of student housing investments.
Our guest, Beth Underhill, brings her remarkable expertise in student housing to the table and reveals why this niche is more compelling than ever.
With a background in working with multiple entities to purchase and manage student housing properties, Beth provides a unique perspective on the market.
As the visionary founder of Lifestyle Equities Group / Investing With Beth, she leads her company as a Co-General Partner on over 500 multifamily units and 486 beds in student housing.
We explore why student housing is thriving, especially in university towns with strong athletic programs like those in the SEC. Learn how state scholarship programs and a strategic focus on location can make this niche highly profitable.
Plus, we discuss how creating connections with sororities, fraternities, and other student groups can transform properties into continuous revenue streams.
Tune in now to unearth the vast potential of student housing!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
Why student housing is a compelling niche for investors (00:56)
How SEC markets and athletic programs drive student housing demand (03:34)
State scholarship programs impact on student housing quality (05:50)
Class A student housing properties to attract better tenants (08:37)
Proximity to campus for student housing success (11:31)
Researching local regulations for student housing conversions (14:58)
Underwriting considerations for student housing properties (18:24)
Management strategies for student housing properties (21:46)
Creating effective lease agreements for student rentals (25:19)
Marketing strategies for student housing properties (28:12)
Additional Resources:
Check out our episode on co-living: https://youtu.be/TTxA-5XCIjY?si=Ak4EmYRhcpOdoqB7
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Beth's Website: investingwithbeth.com
Beth's Instagram: @investingwithbeth
Beth's TikTok: @investingwithbeth
Beth's Contact - 513-470-1078
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