Category: Multifamily Housing
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Why Multifamily Real Estate Belongs in a Modern Investment Portfolio
Investors are increasingly looking beyond traditional stocks and bonds for stable income and long-term performance. With volatility now baked into public markets, many wealth-building professionals—and especially those approaching retirement—are turning toward alternative investments that provide durable cash flow and protection from short-term swings. Multifamily real estate fits that need exceptionally well. It’s not just another…
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Commuters Fuel Growth: Why Raleigh’s Jobs Create Housing and Retail Demand in Halo Counties
A recent Triangle Business Journal analysis highlighted a striking reality: many of the fastest-growing counties around Raleigh and Durham are losing the majority of their workforce to daily commutes into the urban core. Franklin County, for example, sees nearly 90 percent of its private-sector workers leave the county each morning, with similar trends in Johnston,…
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Raleigh Among Top U.S. Multifamily Markets
Inspired by the June 10, 2025, CoStar article “Tracking the Turnaround: Where Multifamily Momentum Is Surging in the U.S.” Market Rebalancing Underway After a challenging few years of oversupply and rising vacancies, U.S. multifamily markets are turning a corner—and North Carolina is well-positioned to benefit. Key trends nationally: Raleigh Shines as a Southeast Standout CoStar’s…
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5 Reasons That Multifamily Is a Good Asset Class for Investment
When evaluating real estate investment opportunities, not all asset classes are created equal. Multifamily real estate—properties with five or more residential units—has earned its place as one of the most reliable and scalable options for investors seeking income, tax advantages, and long-term growth. How does multifamily compare to other property types like single-family rentals, office…
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Renters by Choice: Why Young Professionals are Flocking to Downtown Raleigh
Not everyone wants a mortgage and a mower. A growing class of young professionals in downtown Raleigh is choosing flexibility, experience, and location over square footage and suburbia. These aren’t renters by necessity—they’re renters by choice, and they’re reshaping the downtown housing market in the process. Part 1: The Urban Professional Lifestyle Driving the Shift…
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Durham Trip: Checking Out Newly Built Apartments
We took a quick drive over to Durham to see some newly built apartment buildings near the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Small boutique buildings that had an industrial feel. They would look great on an upcoming project. NC Capital Group Team
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Multifamily Investing: A Hedge Against Volatility and Inflation
When markets swing and prices rise, savvy investors turn to assets that can weather the storm. Multifamily housing has become a cornerstone of resilient portfolios—and for good reason. It combines reliable cash flow, natural appreciation, and long-term demand. At NC Capital Group, we focus on multifamily properties in North Carolina for an added edge: population…
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Duplex vs Syndication: Why a $50,000 Investment Shines in Syndication
Investing $50,000 in real estate can open doors to wealth-building, but the vehicle you choose matters. A duplex purchase and a real estate syndication offer distinct paths, each with merits. However, syndication often emerges as the superior choice for investors seeking diversification, passive income, and scalability. Let’s compare the two and highlight why syndication stands…
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Demonizing Private Equity Won’t Solve Raleigh’s Housing Crisis
Private equity firms now own 35% of apartment units in Raleigh-Cary, and the recent sale of Peace Street Apartments for $152 million to Cortland has reignited criticism. The story goes: large investors are pushing out locals, jacking up rents, and harming communities. But this narrative, while emotionally charged, misses the larger economic picture. Private equity…
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Why Multifamily Investing Makes Dollars and Sense
We mean that literally and figuratively. If you’ve ever looked at your retirement portfolio and thought, “This could use a little more insulation from Wall Street mood swings,” then multifamily real estate might just be your financial comfort blanket. The Upside: Predictable, Scalable, Tax-Friendly Let’s start with the good news — which, in real estate,…