The Wealth Elevator Podcast: Real Estate, Taxes, Investing · Lane Kawaoka, PE

Multifamily Market Trends & Predictions for 2026 | Podcast Update

·12 min·1 clip
Waiting for two years of rent growth means buying properties at 10% higher prices, which with leverage equals missing 50% ROI.
The host analyzes multifamily real estate market trends and predictions for 2026, arguing that after years of price declines and high interest rates, the market is approaching an inflection point. He discusses cap rate movements, rent growth, construction challenges, and why 2026 represents a strategic time to position for the next cycle rather than waiting for clearer recovery signals.
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