Loan Cap Limits from Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) for 2026
In November 2025, the FHFA announced a significant increase in the multifamily loan purchase caps for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for the 2026 calendar year. For 2026, the loan purchase caps are set at $88 billion for each Enterprise, resulting in a combined total of $176 billion in lending capacity. The 2026 limits represent […]
Multifamily Delinquency as of Q4 2025
The delinquency rate for multifamily real estate varies significantly based on the type of loan and the institution holding the debt. While the broader commercial real estate market faced headwinds, multifamily performance showed signs of stabilization late in the year. The distress in multifamily loans has been more sporadic than widespread in 2025, representing a […]
Market Observations and Commentary for the Multifamily Sector
As of the final quarter of 2025, the U.S. multifamily market is being described as a “strategic turning point” because it marks the simultaneous convergence of three major cyclical shifts: the supply wave peak, the precipitous drop in construction starts, and the pivot in monetary policy. After two years of stagnation and “survival mode” for […]
Alternative Investment Fund Examples
Here, we compare alternative investment fund examples across multifamily real estate, private credit, venture capital, and hedge strategies. We’ve broken down how funds operate, how returns are generated, where risks are concentrated, and how outcomes tend to differ over time so that you can make an informed decision on the best strategy for your needs. […]
Executive Interview: Philip Farr, Top-Performing Luxury Real Estate Advisor in San Francisco and Marin County
Today we’re fortunate to interview Philip Farr, the top-performing luxury real estate advisor in San Francisco and Marin County. Philip has distinguished himself through unmatched service and deep market expertise, guiding clients through some of the most consequential real estate decisions of their lives in two of California’s most competitive luxury markets. Real estate operates […]
Best Property Investment Types for Accredited Investors
Accredited investors evaluating commercial real estate opportunities face no shortage of options, but not all property types offer the same balance of income stability, risk, and operational complexity. This article compares the best property investment types for accredited investors, focusing on how each asset class performs in terms of returns, vacancy risk, management intensity, capital […]
The Cap Rate, Return on Cost, and Stabilized Yield on Cost
What’s the difference between an in-place capitalization rate, the return on cost, and the stabilized yield? The differences are subtle but invaluable when evaluating real estate opportunities. Not one metric will define a good investment, but it takes a combination of the three to have a comprehensive understanding of real estate valuation and how these […]
Midwest Multifamily Real Estate Investment Opportunities
The Midwest real estate market is a target worth considering for a variety of reasons. The evidence in 2025 points to durable income and cleaner underwriting for Midwest multifamily real estate investment opportunities. Below, we’ll explain how the Midwest’s edge actually manifests, how to evaluate these opportunities, and how BAM Capital’s Midwest-first approach can convert […]
SDIRA Multifamily Investment: Tax-Advantaged Strategy Guide
For accredited investors, a self-directed IRA (SDIRA) opens the door to investments beyond traditional retirement accounts like stock and bond mixes. Instead of being limited to mutual funds, ETFs, and CDs, retirement capital can be directed into alternative assets such as multifamily real estate, all while maintaining the tax advantages of an IRA. While the […]
Private Credit Investing: An Overview
Private credit investing is becoming a more common allocation for investors, and it’s not hard to see why. With bonds dragging and the stock market all over the place, many accredited investors are turning to private lending in hopes of better returns and a little more control. Private credit isn’t new, but its moment is […]