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#950: Multifamily Reality Check & AI Edge with Joe Fairless

Sep 22, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Joe Fairless, founder of Ashcroft Capital and host of a popular real estate podcast, shares his insights from navigating the turbulent multifamily market. He breaks down the three market stages—euphoria, correction, and early recovery—highlighting why certain areas like Dallas are rebounding faster. Joe also dives into lender behaviors and the implications of eviction backlogs. Notably, he emphasizes the need for AI in commercial real estate, stating those who resist will be left behind. A must-listen for real estate enthusiasts!
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INSIGHT

Three Stages Of The Multifamily Cycle

  • Joe Fairless describes three market stages: euphoria, distress, and an emerging recovery phase.
  • He says 2025 felt like recovery but supply and rent dynamics created a stalemate delaying true rebounds.
INSIGHT

Market Recovery Is Highly Local

  • Joe highlights DFW recovering faster while Atlanta lags due to supply and eviction backlog issues.
  • He attributes differences to local supply absorption, population growth, and operational headaches from COVID-era eviction delays.
ANECDOTE

Eviction Backlogs Hurt Atlanta Performance

  • Joe recounts long eviction delays in Atlanta after the moratorium which hurt property performance.
  • He explains delays of many months compounded tenant quality and property issues across communities.
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