Multifamily vs. Single-Family Investments

Welcome to the Saint Louis Property Management Podcast, hosted by Derek Merkel and Anthony Zamacona, both experienced property managers and realtors at Avenue Real Estate Group. In this episode, they dive into an essential topic for real estate investors: the differences between multifamily and single-family investments. Whether you're a new investor or seasoned, this conversation offers valuable insights to help you decide which property type is best suited for your goals.

00:00:02 – Introduction
Derek and Anthony kick off the podcast with a warm welcome. They introduce themselves as realtors and property managers and set the stage for the day's discussion, focusing on multifamily vs. single-family investment strategies.

“Welcome to the Saint Louis Property Management Podcast. I’m Derek Merkel, and this is Anthony Zamacona.” – 00:00:0300:00:14 – Setting the Topic: Multifamily vs. Single-Family

The hosts reveal the topic for today's episode and emphasize that they aren't here to declare one investment type better than the other. Instead, the conversation revolves around understanding the differences between multifamily and single-family properties and how these differences relate to an investor's unique goals.

“The topic for today’s podcast is multifamily versus single-family and which one is, I wouldn’t say better, but you know, the differences between them.” – 00:00:1800:00:29 –
Determining Your Real Estate Goals
Derek and Anthony delve into how an investor’s specific goals and circumstances will play a significant role in choosing between these property types. They talk about the factors that influence an investor’s decision, including whether you’re just starting out or already an experienced investor.

“What your specific goals are with real estate will determine which one may be more beneficial for you to get into.” – 00:00:29
00:00:40 – Derek Prefers Multifamily, Anthony Prefers Single-Family
Both hosts reveal their preferences: Derek gravitates toward multifamily investments, while Anthony is a fan of single-family homes. This sets the stage for a friendly debate where both sides will share their perspectives, backed by real-world experience.

“I’m kind of on the multifamily side, and Anthony is a little bit more on the single-family side.” – 00:00:40
00:00:49 – What Attracts Anthony to Single-Family Investments
Anthony begins by outlining what excites him about single-family homes. He breaks down how he evaluates deals and looks at investment properties that come across his desk. He considers important factors like leasing, property management, and what challenges each type of property presents.

“When I look at these investment deals, whether it’s multifamily or single-family, I’m looking at the leasing and management side.” – 00:00:52

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