08/30/2026
Another thing we've learned is that optimistic underwriting creates unnecessary risk. Whenever projected rent growth, occupancy or expense reduction seem aggressive, we take a step back.
Could those numbers actually happen? Maybe. But we're more interested in understanding what happens if they don't.
Conservative assumptions don't make you less competitive-they make you more prepared.
How do you keep your underwriting grounded when looking at aggressive growth projections? Let me know below.