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Jan 3, 20245 min read
3 Key Takeaways for Q4 2023
Welcome to The Ridgeview Report, your go-to source for analyses and updates on the ever-evolving landscape of multifamily real estate. ...
Dec 15, 20232 min read
The Genius of Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
"The city shouldn't be giving millions of dollars to developers!" That's the common statement I hear from people who are opposing a...
Dec 1, 20234 min read
The playbook for paying little or no taxes on real estate investments
Real estate investors generate income through two primary avenues: cash flow and appreciation. With the right playbook, taxes associated...
Nov 17, 20233 min read
We are thankful for...
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this newsletter is a big Thank You to everyone who's played a crucial role in Ridgeview Property Group’s ...
Nov 6, 20235 min read
Lessons from LA: The playbook for operating rent-controlled apartments
Rent control arrived in Minnesota in 2021 when St. Paul passed the Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The impact on new property development...
Oct 20, 20233 min read
Why we always renovate our apartments
The Ridgeview Report Every property in the Ridgeview Property Group portfolio is either fully renovated to Class A finishes or is too...
Oct 9, 20234 min read
Let Builders Build!
The Ridgeview Report In today's edition, I share a case study of the Daymark Uptown Apartments in order to show just why municipalities...
Oct 6, 20234 min read
Higher Rates For Longer : The bull & the bear case for multifamily over the next 2 years
The Ridgeview Report All real estate sectors are currently navigating through challenging waters as the debt market exerts downward...
Sep 13, 20234 min read
The 3 most common pitfalls facing multifamily investors in 2023
The Ridgeview Report In the realm of real estate investments, the choices we make can either create a foundation for success or be the...
Aug 25, 20235 min read
The 4 key tax strategies we utilize in real estate
The Ridgeview Report At Ridgeview Property Group , we invest in multifamily real estate in the pursuit of long-term cash flow. In...
Aug 14, 20234 min read
Northwest Arkansas - Why we're looking to invest there
The Ridgeview Report In this issue, we dive into why Northwest Arkansas (abbreviated NWA) stands out as an attractive multifamily market...
Jul 31, 20234 min read
Investing in a high interest rate environment
The Ridgeview Report In March of 2022, the Federal Reserve embarked on an aggressive interest rate hike campaign to combat inflation,...
Jul 14, 20233 min read
The Pros and Cons to investing outside your local market
The Ridgeview Report In last week’s newsletter, I reviewed how the physical building structure, financial upside, and mitigating risk can...
Jun 30, 20234 min read
3 Ways to find multifamily deals
The Ridgeview Report In last week’s newsletter, I reviewed the specific criteria I use to evaluate potential deals before buying. This...
Jun 16, 20234 min read
What makes a good deal? Part II
The Ridgeview Report In last week's newsletter, I share the importance of evaluating the market conditions, debt situation, and projected...
Jun 2, 20234 min read
What makes a good deal?
The Ridgeview Report In order to find success in multifamily investing, I employ a meticulous approach to property acquisition. I seek...
May 18, 20234 min read
Property Spotlight - The Riverway Apartments
The Ridgeview Report Riverway comprises of two properties, each with twelve units, located in Champlin, MN. The properties contain a...
May 5, 20235 min read
Property Spotlight - The Pineview Townhomes
The Ridgeview Report The Pineview Townhomes, situated in the southwestern suburbs of the Twin Cities in Jordan, MN, is a collection of 28...
Apr 21, 20233 min read
Getting to know Ridgeview Property Group
The Ridgeview Report I'm Ben Michel, and I founded Ridgeview Property Group , a real estate investment company with a focus on acquiring...
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