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All Forum Posts by: Dennis Bamford

Dennis Bamford has started 4 posts and replied 45 times.

Post: Cap Rate Question

Dennis Bamford
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  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Cabir Covington:
Quote from @Dennis Bamford:
Quote from @Cabir Covington:

Good afternoon Bigger Pockets,

I have a question just started researching information on commercial real estate and my question. Does any know the Cap rate for commercial real estate for Atlanta? Or the average for the state of Georgia? Thanks in advance



Here are the latest Atlanta-area cap rates I could find, by asset type (most recent reports, 2025): It's just a range you can use to get an idea on the approximate value in an area.
Asset type Typical cap rate (ATL) Source & date
Multifamily (metro avg) ~5.5% (Class mix; Q1 2025). Range seen ~4.8%–6.7% by class. Lee & Associates Q1 2025 shows ATL cap rate 5.50%; ApartmentLoanStore’s ATL cap-rate range by class 4.84%–6.71%.  Retail (all retail sales) ~7.1% (Q2 2025 metro avg) Partners Real Estate ATL Retail Q2 2025 reports 7.1% avg cap; Q1 2025 was 7.2%.  Flex / Industrial ~6.6%–7.3% (past-12-mo avg; Q1–Q2 2025). Submarket snapshot (NW ATL) shows ~7.8%. Partners ATL Industrial Q1 2025: 6.6% avg cap; Q2 2025: 7.3% avg across industrial & flex; Matthews NW ATL Q2 2025 noted 7.8%.  Medical office ~6.9%–7.1% (national  avg ~6.9%;

Quick notes:
Cap rates vary by class (A/B/C), tenancy, lease term, and submarket. Use the ranges above as a quick “market pulse,” then underwrite to the specific deal.




 Thank you Dennis!! I really appreciate it. Is there a website that you recommend in the future to kind of stay update to date with the current cap rates? 

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 Crexi.com

Loopnet.com

any of the Brokerages like Marcus and Millichap, Cushman Wakefield and CBRE

Post: Putting together a buyers list

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Dave Harlan:

Good afternoon,

I'm looking on putting together a buyers list and I'm wondering what ways everyone is using?


 Hello Dave,

The most popular one I hear the most is in-person REI meetups and any event that has investors attending.

Next, you have social media outreach. LinkedIn, BiggerPockets, Facebook, join every group you can find, and start chatting people up.

Finally, you can start posting on social media about what you're doing and do some education on an aspect of investing for free to attract leads.

Post: Cap Rate Question

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Cabir Covington:

Good afternoon Bigger Pockets,

I have a question just started researching information on commercial real estate and my question. Does any know the Cap rate for commercial real estate for Atlanta? Or the average for the state of Georgia? Thanks in advance



Here are the latest Atlanta-area cap rates I could find, by asset type (most recent reports, 2025): It's just a range you can use to get an idea on the approximate value in an area.
Asset type Typical cap rate (ATL) Source & date
Multifamily (metro avg) ~5.5% (Class mix; Q1 2025). Range seen ~4.8%–6.7% by class. Lee & Associates Q1 2025 shows ATL cap rate 5.50%; ApartmentLoanStore’s ATL cap-rate range by class 4.84%–6.71%.  Retail (all retail sales) ~7.1% (Q2 2025 metro avg) Partners Real Estate ATL Retail Q2 2025 reports 7.1% avg cap; Q1 2025 was 7.2%.  Flex / Industrial ~6.6%–7.3% (past-12-mo avg; Q1–Q2 2025). Submarket snapshot (NW ATL) shows ~7.8%. Partners ATL Industrial Q1 2025: 6.6% avg cap; Q2 2025: 7.3% avg across industrial & flex; Matthews NW ATL Q2 2025 noted 7.8%.  Medical office ~6.9%–7.1% (national  avg ~6.9%;

Quick notes:
Cap rates vary by class (A/B/C), tenancy, lease term, and submarket. Use the ranges above as a quick “market pulse,” then underwrite to the specific deal.



Post: Long-Term Results: Seller Carrybacks vs. Traditional Mortgages

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Heidi Christensen:

Buy-and-hold investors: have you seen better outcomes with seller carrybacks or traditional mortgages? Curious about real-world examples.


 I don't think outcomes have anything to do with the financing method, it's the underwriting and not getting yourself into a deal that you haven't stress tested on paper to make sure you are conservative and protected in different economic scenarios 

Post: Figuring out where to start again

Dennis Bamford
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  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Montae Chappell:

@Dennis Bamford awesome. Thank you so much man. I appreciate the honestly. I will look them up now. 


 Your welcome,  if you need help, DM  me.

Post: Figuring out where to start again

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Montae Chappell:
Good day BP friends. I am recently getting back into wholesaling as would like some advice on where to start. I have not had the best results in the past. I am located in Richmond, Va if anyone is local.

 PLEASE DON'T PAY A GURU.... you can get everything you need to know from the internet for free and Flip with Rick has a ton of free content. 

If I was starting over I would learn to wholesale commercial properties. Look up Jeff Rappaport, he has free content

Post: High Risks with Wholesalers: What am I missing?

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Rick Albert:

Hello!

I'm analyzing properties and wholesalers are bringing me deals. The challenge I have is it appears to be so much risk tied to it, especially for an out of state investor. Here are some concerns I have:

1. There isn't a "due diligence phase." I can't lock up the property and go through the loan process, inspections, etc. Basically I lock it up and have to buy it.

2. How do I verify this is a legit transaction? These are people with no license, etc. with no fiduciary responsibility to anyone, so how would I know this is actually a legit transaction? Can I choose the closing company that I trust?

3. How do disclosures work? The Sellers typically have to disclose any material facts about the property, but you are flying blind is my understanding?

Obviously I have some bias being a Realtor in my market, but if I'm spending my cash I want to know it is somewhat protected.

Any assistance would be appreciated.

Thank you!

Hello Rick,

I do commercial wholesaling and won't bring a deal to a buyer that doesn't give them a due diligence time, that's part of my negotiation.  If I can't get enough then I'll walk away from the deal.

I would only work with wholesalers that are looking out for their buyer and understand what they need to do the underwriting. 

Post: New Investor Focused on Multifamily in KY & TN - Looking to Connect

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18

Hello Patrick, how's your search for multifamily going?

Post: Looking to learn about various types of distressed CRE

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Eddie Starr:

Hello fellow investors,

I’m exploring opportunities in off-market commercial properties, particularly those with loans coming due or in financial distress. While I’m still learning about distressed assets, I am interested in connecting with experienced members who have navigated these investments or partnered on deals.

I’m especially curious about:

  • Strategies for sourcing and evaluating loans coming due before maturity

  • Insights into distressed commercial properties and how partnerships typically work

  • Best practices when considering pre-foreclosure properties and their risks

I’m eager to learn and potentially form partnerships to approach these complex asset classes wisely. Any advice, resources, or personal experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!

Hello Eddie, I DM'ed you my contact info.
Looking forward to the conversation  

Post: Investment Opportunity in AZ

Dennis Bamford
Posted
  • Investor
  • Indianapolis
  • Posts 50
  • Votes 18
Quote from @Jared Polk:

I just started out in wholesaling and have come accross a possible opportunity w/ a motivated seller, a beautiful property, and upside potential. The owner is open to creative ideas and I think there is definitely something there but I'm not experienced enough in this to know how to structure it or if the options that he's put forth, are the best options. If someone wants to take a look and see if we can work something out, I'm open to suggestions!

Sent you a DM
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