How We're Analyzing a $18M Multifamily Building (Step by Step)
From LIFE WITH MIKEY by Mikey Taylor
March 28, 2026 · 46 min
About this episode
This episode provides a step-by-step analysis of acquiring a multifamily building, detailing the entire process from initial calculations to final title transfer.
Most people will never buy a piece of real estate not because they don't have the money, but because nobody ever sat them down and walked them through every single step of the process. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on a real deal: a 37-unit multifamily building in North Hollywood, California. From the first back-of-the-napkin math to the moment the title transfers, we break down the entire acquisition step by step, number by number, decision by decision. We cover the pre-offer analysis, how to build credibility with brokers when new to investing, the four pillars of due diligence often overlooked, two real financing scenarios comparing the trade-off between leverage and margin, and why operating the asset rather than only finding it can influence potential returns. Whether you're evaluating your first deal or refining your process on your tenth, this episode provides an educational perspective. This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time…
People in this episode
Host: Mikey Taylor
Topics covered
- real estate
- multifamily building
- investment analysis
- due diligence
- financing scenarios
- property management
Keywords
- real estate investment
- multifamily building
- due diligence
- financing
- property acquisition
- investment process
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: COMMUNE
Places: North Hollywood, California
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