Topaz Capital Group

Topaz Capital Group Topaz Capital Group (“TOPAZ”) is a leading Florida-centric private equity real estate housing investment and development company founded in 2017.

Accredited investors only.

As we move through 2026, Florida’s multifamily market reflects the broader industry’s shift toward smarter growth strate...
06/08/2026

As we move through 2026, Florida’s multifamily market reflects the broader industry’s shift toward smarter growth strategies. While leasing fundamentals remain solid and capital remains available, the landscape is changing.

The era of rapid rent growth in traditional hotspots is giving way to a more measured approach. Developers and operators in Florida are increasingly focusing on secondary and suburban markets, where demand for garden-style apartments aligns with shifting demographics and cost realities.

Operational efficiency is now key—geographic consolidation and centralized management are helping Florida operators protect margins amid rising costs. The new math for multifamily means prioritizing strategic portfolio density over scattered growth.

At Topaz Capital, we understand these evolving dynamics and are positioned to help investors and operators navigate Florida’s multifamily market with confidence.

Learn more about these trends and what they mean for Florida from the latest PropModo insights. https://propmodo.com/multifamilys-new-math-favors-suburbs-and-scale/

Many investors are focused on today’s oversupply. At Topaz Capital, we’re focused on tomorrow’s supply shortage.National...
06/05/2026

Many investors are focused on today’s oversupply. At Topaz Capital, we’re focused on tomorrow’s supply shortage.

National multifamily rent growth stabilized near 1% in April 2026, but Florida markets like Ocala, Sarasota, and Fort Myers still face rent pressure from recent oversupply.

New construction in Florida has slowed sharply due to higher costs and tighter lending, setting the stage for supply tightening in 2027. This shift should lead to stronger occupancy and rent growth, though recovery will vary by market.

Our strategy centers on quality assets with strong cash flow, conservative leverage, and long-term demographic tailwinds.

Florida remains a top housing investment opportunity.

Too many investors sell a property and rush into low-yield DSTs or NNN deals simply to meet exchange deadlines.Unfortuna...
05/21/2026

Too many investors sell a property and rush into low-yield DSTs or NNN deals simply to meet exchange deadlines.

Unfortunately, many of these investments today offer:
• limited upside
• low growth potential
• illiquidity
• sponsor/refinancing risk
• and returns that may barely outperform cash or money market accounts

We believe investors deserve a better alternative. Our platform was designed to help larger 1031 exchange investors invest more passively into institutional-quality multifamily and Build-to-Rent communities across Florida and the Southeast — while still maintaining meaningful upside participation and long-term growth exposure.

We generally focus on larger-format 1031/TIC structures and typically do not pursue transactions below approximately $2M in exchange equity.

Our legal, accounting, transaction coordination, lender, and 1031 teams are ready to help investors navigate the process strategically from start to finish.

According to Chandan Economics, Florida is seeing near-term rent softness driven by elevated supply—creating headline no...
05/13/2026

According to Chandan Economics, Florida is seeing near-term rent softness driven by elevated supply—creating headline noise and dragging on broader Sun Belt rent growth.

That’s not a red flag—it’s a window.

We’re in a classic dislocation phase whereby pricing is adjusting, concessions are elevated, and sentiment is cautious. Many institutional players are sitting on the sidelines waiting for “perfect clarity”—which, in real estate, never shows up on time.

That hesitation is exactly what’s creating opportunity.

With large pools of institutional equity temporarily pulling back, the buyer landscape is being reshaped by family offices and high-net-worth investors who can move decisively and capitalize on mispriced assets without overreacting to short-term volatility.

And importantly, the long-term fundamentals in Florida remain firmly intact:

Florida continues to lead the nation in net in-migration, with consistent population growth driving sustained housing demand.
Job growth across key metros continues to outpace the national average, supporting household formation and rent durability over time.
But this isn’t a broad-brush trade—it’s hyper-local.

In Florida, alpha today comes from knowing which submarkets are quietly tightening, where supply is already being absorbed, and which assets have operational upside as concessions burn off. The spread between winners and losers has never been wider.

At Topaz Capital, we’re leaning in and deploying capital where we see durable demand, operational leverage, and pricing that doesn’t reflect forward NOI.

This is when disciplined, local operators gain the most ground.

05/11/2026

New multifamily construction rose 13.5% year-over-year in March, reaching 446,000 units, according to HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau report highlighted by Multifamily Dive. Despite growth in starts, declining permits and ongoing affordability challenges keep the market nuanced.

At Topaz Capital, we’re staying ahead of these trends to navigate opportunities in the multifamily sector.

The Federal Reserve held rates steady in April 2026, extending its pause amid elevated inflation. With Chair Powell step...
05/04/2026

The Federal Reserve held rates steady in April 2026, extending its pause amid elevated inflation. With Chair Powell stepping down and Kevin Warsh set to lead, Trepp notes a potential shift in Fed policy and communication—focusing more on alternative inflation measures that could pave the way for earlier rate cuts.

This transition could impact CRE financing costs and market dynamics in 2026. At Topaz Capital, we’re closely monitoring these key changes to navigate the evolving capital markets landscape.

04/27/2026

Private capital, especially family offices and high-net-worth investors, is now the dominant force in global commercial real estate, reshaping markets. According to Knight Frank’s 2026 Wealth Report featured on GlobeSt, private money has moved from niche buyers to key price-setters, acting quickly when institutions pull back.

At Topaz Capital, we understand this shift and the opportunities it creates. Read more on GlobeSt.com and connect with us to explore how this trend impacts your investments. https://www.globest.com/2026/04/24/family-offices-quietly-become-cres-power-buyers/

An insightful analysis by A. Hershberg. Managing Partner and CEO of Topaz Capital, examines the emerging federal polici...
04/21/2026

An insightful analysis by A. Hershberg. Managing Partner and CEO of Topaz Capital, examines the emerging federal policies impacting the build-to-rent (BTR) sector—one of the key drivers of new housing supply.

As capital becomes the primary constraint in housing development, these legislative changes introduce new challenges and opportunities for developers, joint venture partners, and institutional investors. Learn how shifts in financing, ownership structures, and regulatory requirements could reshape the future of BTR communities and affect housing value and attainability nationwide.

Read the full analysis, featured by AP to understand what’s at stake for the housing market and how industry leaders are adapting: https://apnews.com/press-release/ein-presswire-newsmatics/how-recent-policy-changes-could-affect-the-build-to-rent-housing-market-3e17cf62192413d4351202bd02a0afc0

The U.S. multifamily market is finding its footing in 2026. With a slowdown in housing supply and strong leasing demand,...
04/20/2026

The U.S. multifamily market is finding its footing in 2026. With a slowdown in housing supply and strong leasing demand, vacancy rates are stabilizing and rents are edging up.

As builders hesitate on new single-family homes, apartment absorption remains robust—creating opportunities for steady market recovery despite economic headwinds.

Topaz Capital is closely monitoring these trends and remains committed to leveraging market opportunities for sustained growth.

Read more insights from the latest Cushman & Wakefield and industry reports in . https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/multifamily/us-apartment-market-strengthening-despite-headwinds-134160

Florida’s continued expansion of the Live Local Act represents a notable inflection point for housing development across...
03/27/2026

Florida’s continued expansion of the Live Local Act represents a notable inflection point for housing development across the state.

Developers are now permitted to build qualifying multifamily projects on land owned by religious institutions and government entities. These sites are often well-located, underutilized, and historically constrained by local zoning.

Importantly, the legislation provides for state-level preemption in many cases, enabling higher-density development than would otherwise be permitted at the local level, provided affordability thresholds are met.

At Topaz Capital Group, we see this as a game-changing opportunity in Florida’s housing market. By structuring joint ventures and ground leases, landowners can maintain ownership while generating steady income, and developers can benefit from lower land costs and streamlined entitlements.

We’re actively exploring deals aligned with this promising framework and invite religious institutions, municipalities, and advisors interested in unlocking land value through strategic partnerships to connect with us.

Read More: https://www.bisnow.com/south-florida/news/affordable-housing/developers-can-now-build-live-local-act-projects-on-government-religious-owned-land-133703

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