Cortland Portfolio
Exciting news to close out the year! CalTier Fund 1 is under contract for its latest direct acquisition: a beautiful 45-unit portfolio collection of 3 buildings of apartment homes in the highly sought-after Woodley Park neighborhood of Washington, District of Columbia. Our acquisition team has been working on this deal for months and we are excited to now have it under contract. It has been maintained exceptionally well and is in a very desirable area with high barriers to entry. The neighborhood is ranked among the top ten best areas to live in ...
Why is ‘value add’ so important when real estate investing during a recession or downturn?
When a recession hits, and interest rates rise, the cost of goods and services go up, and over time, this reduces the value of money. So you can buy less for the same money. Real estate is often considered one smart way to offset the effects of inflation. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Rental Income Growth: Inflation is often accompanied by rising rent growth, which works in favor of multi-family investors and owners. As the general price level increases, property owners can adjust their rental prices accordingly, boosting their cash flow and overall returns for investors. 2. Fixed-Rate ...
Unleashing the Power of Real Estate Investing with CalTier
Real estate investing has long been regarded by many as a way to build wealth because it can provide consistent cash flow and long-term upside. However, historically, only accredited investors with significant amounts of capital had access to the best opportunities in this market. However, CalTier has changed the game and blown open the door for retail investors to get involved. CalTier opens the diversification door to everyone When attempting to invest in real estate, non-accredited investors frequently face significant obstacles, ranging from high minimum investments to access and knowledge of what is often complicated transactions. CalTier has removed these ...
Do you have the Right Mindset for Investing in Alternative Assets?
Last week, I began the CalTier series with “Are Alternative Assets right for your portfolio?” with the premise that the average investor misunderstands alternatives. Rightly or wrongly, they may be hesitant because of potential risks, illiquidity, or lack of access or understanding. This week’s article will address a more basic fundamental, yet perhaps the biggest challenge for both the investor and the Advisor, which is the mindset. In my 30+ years of working with investors, I have learned that most, if not all, investment decisions are made emotionally, not logically. Early on, I remember presenting the new Merrill ...
Property update: Solano Vista in Glendale, AZ
The project is expected to generate an annualized return of roughly 20%, net IRR, by CalTier Fund I LP partners. Disclaimer: The realized return on an individual project may vary significantly from your portfolio-level return as a CalTier investor. The CalTier Fund investment in the 352-unit apartment home community in Glendale, AZ, officially closed in early March 2021. This property is being rented as an apartment home community nestled in the heart of Maricopa County. Rose Lane Park, fantastic local eateries, and great shopping venues are just minutes away. During the first half of 2021, Caltier's and its ...
Property update: Lakewood Apartment acquisition in Houston, TX
The project is expected to generate an annualized return of roughly 15.3%, net IRR, by CalTier Fund I LP partners. Disclaimer: The realized return on an individual project may vary significantly from your portfolio-level return as a CalTier investor. The CalTier Fund investment in the 88-unit apartment home community in a suburb of Houston officially closed in late March 2021. The property was sourced off-market through a proprietary relationship with the owner. The submarket continues to show strength in overall occupancy (94%) and rental growth rates. Lakewood sits at the lowest level of the overall comp set for rental ...