Can Landlord's Keep Raising Rents? With Tim Wallen of MLG Capital

Real Finds Podcast

Join Gordon Lamphere and Tim Wallen, CEO of MLG Capital, for an in-depth discussion on the evolving real estate landscape. Together, they will unpack the challenges and opportunities in multifamily, industrial, and office markets while exploring strategies to maximize investment returns and adapt to shifting trends.

💡 Key Insights from the Conversation:

• Have rents have kept pace with rising construction costs?
• The importance of cost segregation studies for tax savings.
• Challenges facing workforce housing tenants and the current excess supply in multifamily housing.
• Institutional investors’ hesitation in multifamily markets and what it means for private investors.
• Opportunities in flex space and value-add investments like vacant properties.
• The systemic challenges in office markets post-COVID and why well-located, renovated spaces still attract demand.
• How retail remains resilient amidst limited new construction and evolving consumer behavior.
• The critical role of government policy in shaping the real estate investment landscape.

📈 Expert Takeaways: Tim Wallen shares his experiences from leading MLG’s acquisition of over 45 million square feet of properties, alongside his thoughts on mentorship, organizational structure, and the Midwest’s unique real estate dynamics compared to the Sunbelt. Gordon Lamphere highlights practical advice for young professionals entering the industry and strategies for growing Net Operating Income (NOI) in today's market.

📌 Whether you’re an investor, business owner, or aspiring real estate professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights and timeless advice.

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