Think Multifamily Podcast
Every value-add deal has a renovation plan. Most operators don't know enough about how to execute it.
In Episode 8 of his asset management series, Think Multifamily's Brent Kawakami breaks down the full construction management picture for multifamily operators — from capital reserves and lender draw mechanics to the specific exterior and interior improvements that move the needle on rent and NOI.
You'll hear:
- The mobilization draw tip that can save your working capital on big CapEx items
- Why the way you present your CapEx budget to a lender at closing affects your ability to pivot later
- The full exterior playbook: roofs, lighting, paint, power washing, landscaping, signage, and amenities
- What works and what gets vandalized in Class B/C communities — the unfiltered truth on outdoor kitchens, pools, and basketball courts
- The interior finish decisions that drive real rent bumps — and how rehab costs have shifted dramatically in the current environment
This is Episode 8 of 10 in the Think Multifamily asset management series. Ready to go deeper in person? Join us at our next live event at thinkmultifamily.com/event.
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