#271: Evolving Your Acquisition Criteria, 2025 Market Predictions (Have We Hit The Bottom?), and Closing $700M in Multifamily Deals over 6 Years with Rob Beardsley

In this episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast, I interview Rob Beardsley, founder of Lone Star Capital, a leading multifamily investment firm based in New York City. With over $700 million in multifamily real estate acquisitions under his belt, Rob shares his insights on the evolving landscape of the Texas real estate market, including DFW, Houston, and San Antonio.Join us as we dive into:- The evolution of Lone Star Capital's investment strategy and the types of deals they are currently pursuing - Key lessons learned from underwriting older properties versus newer, higher-quality assets - The impact of supply on the market and how it affects underwriting and investment decisions - Innovative strategies for repurposing multifamily assets into affordable housing and partnering with local tax authorities - Current trends in the Texas market, including rent growth projections, cap rates, and the effects of recent economic changesStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Rob:Connect with him on LinkedinLearn more about Lone Star CapitalRead his book - Structuring and Raising Debt & Equity for Real EstateRead his book - The Definitive Guide to Underwriting Multifamily Acquisitions