With great flexibility and ROI for investors, multifamily properties have managed to serve as a tremendous line of business for lenders enhancing popularity in the real estate market. Savvy real estate investors are hungry for ROIs and cash flows. So, where do you find the deals?There are 2 ways to search for a property - sales listings, also known as “on market” and properties available behind the scenes, also known as “off-market”Owing to the tight market situation, finding great multifamily deals is not as easy as it used to be 5 years ago, but it’s still possible. All you’ve to do is search in the right place, be proactive, and grow your network.

On-Market Multifamily Properties

Listed with an agent or broker - these are quite competitive, time-consuming (when searching for the perfect one) and are highly susceptible to price increments every now and then as both domestic and international buyers are keen to acquire these properties.

• Easy to find the property as well as the contact details.
• A good option for the first-timers.

Advice: Get in touch with a broker, they will take care of the entire process - from finding to negotiating to closing the deals.Planning to invest in multifamily? Check out our success story for inspiration.

Off-Market Multifamily Properties

Although off-market deal-making is complicated and time-consuming, they are worth the effort. Here’s why:

• Little-to-no competition.
• No broker fees.
• You get the opportunity to create more flexible deals for the benefit of both parties.

Tips to Find Off-Market Properties

• You’re writing your own destiny so be proactive. Once you find a property, go ahead and search for their details in public records - owner name and contact details.
• If they aren’t interested at first, don’t give up. Ask them if you can follow up with them bi-monthly.
• Approach owners directly.
• Build your network and try to convince people to partner with you - start with your inner circle.

Do’s and Don’ts When Searching For a Multifamily Deal

Do’s:

• Get In Touch With a Broker.
• Don’t Underestimate Cold Calling.
• Sound like a professional when interacting with potential clients.
• Create a proper deal flow.
• Leave No Stone Unturned: Leads aren’t just going to fall into your bucket, just like that.

Mistakes to Avoid:

• Buying in the wrong area.
• Not analyzing a deal and overpaying.
• Choosing a deal that doesn’t have enough cash flow.
• Delaying the money-raising process.
• Not having enough cash reserves.
• Not knowing your lender's underwriting requirements upfront.

Although the demand and competition in multifamily real estate are increasing, there are still deals to be unlocked. You can either approach brokers or get creative as we did.Check out our latest podcast with stellar investment group where we unveil some amazing strategies to find the best Multifamily Deals.The Secret To Finding Off-Market Deals In Today's Market.