This high-level walkthrough of underwriting basics, sponsor selection, and deal diligence is guided by AdaPia d'Errico & is intended to give investors a glimpse of what we do to evaluate every CRE deal we come across.

While returns have dominated the CRE conversation over the past decade of growth, recent volatility has amplified many investors' concerns about the other side of the coin: risk. From hotels to shopping centers to office buildings, people are paying attention to risk. The market has already experienced tremendous change and it is difficult to forecast which further changes will occur.

In today’s uncertain economic landscape, characterized by rising interest rates, persistent inflation, and slow job growth, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities that deliver strong, risk-adjusted returns. Within the realm of real estate private equity, achieving Alpha—returns that outperform the broader market—requires a strategic approach, careful selection of investment partners, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. This article explores how Alpha Investing leverages these elements to create value for its investors, with a particular emphasis on multifamily and senior housing assets, even amidst current economic challenges.

Financial stability through diversification is one of the central precepts of personal finance. Next to stocks and bonds, real estate forms an important pillar upon which that stability is based.