Opportunity Zone Investing Explained with Zach Winner

A lot has changed in multifamily investing over the last few years. In this episode, Zach Winner from Prosperity Commercial Real Estate explains how his team adapted by focusing on newer Class A and B+ apartment communities in business-friendly states with strong job growth and population trends. Zach shares why workforce housing has become more challenging, how his team creates value without heavy renovations, and why they look for stabilized properties with below-market rents and untapped income opportunities. The conversation also covers cost segregation, 1031 exchanges, investor communication, and the growing opportunity around Opportunity Zone 2.0 investing. Key Topics Discussed Why Zach avoids rent-controlled markets What makes a strong multifamily market How inflation changed renovation economics Why newer properties reduce deferred maintenance risk Creating value through ancillary revenue streams Raising private capital in today’s market How Opportunity Zone 2.0 may create new investment opportunities Guest Information Zach Winner Company: Prosperity Commercial Real Estate Call To Action To learn more about Zach and Prosperity Commercial Real Estate, visit Prosperity CRE Website