Why The Submarket is more Important
Tuesday, July 27
There are so many different cities/markets all over this country that are great for cash flow. Once you select a market, you then need to dig into specific submarkets. Just like in any city, there might be some areas you don't want to invest in. So, we dig in deep into the different submarkets t...
The JB2 Strategy Gives Us a Competitive Advantage
Tuesday, July 20
In the syndication world, most operators are essentially running long-term flips. They improve the property to a point, raise rents, and three to five years later they can sell for a profit. Our longer-term hold approach is more about the cash flow coming in which differentiates us from the norm...
Why Vetting the GP is Most Important
Tuesday, July 13
Before we even did the first deal that we raised from other investors, we invested in a syndication ourselves. We feel that vetting a deal is essential, but even a good deal can end up disastrous in the wrong hands. So, betting on the sponsor is number one. Usually, good sponsors will bring good...
Appreciation or Cash Flow? That is the Question
Tuesday, July 06
This is a discussion that if we are not having it with our investors, we know it’s going in their heads. Do I invest in deals that are more appreciation or cash flow heavy? The JB2 Investments team came from the flip world where it was all appreciation and no cash flow to a mostly cash flow world...
Which are Better Homes or Apartments as Investments?
Tuesday, June 29
There are various ways to invest in Real Estate. Two of the most common methods are purchasing single-family homes or apartments as rentals. At JB2, we have explored both avenues for many years. Each has its pluses and minuses, but ultimately, we have grown to prefer apartments over single-fami...
The Mindset of a Successful Passive Investor
Tuesday, June 15
Recently, we raised funds for our last deal and took advantage of the opportunity to speak with various potential investors. What we learned is that some investors simply “get it,” but others have more fear and hesitation and need more information before making a move. Thus, we thought we would...