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

Accredited investors only.

08/25/2026

Topaz Capital is proud to be a featured speaker at the upcoming commercial real estate event, Contractors, Closers & Connections (CCC) on Thursday, August 27th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at City Winery, Ponce City Market, Atlanta.

CONFLUENCE brings together senior CRE executives across affordable housing, multifamily, industrial, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use sectors for a focused discussion on industry trends.

Marc A. Hershberg, Managing Partner and CEO of Topaz Capital, will share insights on investment origination, acquisitions, and development in the Southeast residential and industrial markets.

Join us to hear our perspective and connect with leading CRE professionals shaping the future of the industry. We hope to see you there.

08/12/2026

New U-Haul migration data confirms it: the Sun Belt keeps winning.

South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida led the nation in net inbound moves in the first half of 2026, with Arizona, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and more rounding out the top 10 — via .

Florida was the only state to crack the top 10 for all four generations, and 6 of the top 7 net-gain states for baby boomers are in the Southeast.

At , this is exactly the kind of durable, cross-generational demand we underwrite around in the Southeast multifamily and BTR markets.

08/10/2026

Topaz Capital is proud to be a featured speaker at CCC’s “CONFLUENCE” — an exclusive private event for elite commercial real estate professionals in Atlanta!

Join us on August 27th at City Winery, Ponce City Market for a powerful convergence of ideas, capital, and strategy. Marc Hershberg, Managing Partner & CEO of Topaz Capital, will share insights on residential and industrial real estate trends shaping the Southeast market.

Don’t miss this dynamic panel and networking opportunity with top CRE leaders!

08/03/2026

MULTIFAMILY & BTR RENT GROWTH DIVERGE AS SUPPLY PRESSURES PERSIST

U.S. multifamily rent growth remained positive in July, but performance continues to vary meaningfully by region, market and product type.

National apartment rents increased just 0.03% month-over-month, while the Southeast posted a modest 0.02% gain, reflecting continued pressure from elevated deliveries across several Sun Belt markets.

By comparison, the latest BTR data released in July showed stronger relative momentum. Average advertised SFR/BTR rents increased to $2,234, representing 0.2% annual growth, while rents rose 1.1% during the first half of 2026—10 bps ahead of traditional multifamily. BTR occupancy also remained comparatively healthy at 94.7%, despite declining 30 bps year-over-year.

The takeaway: broad apartment rent growth remains muted, while BTR continues to demonstrate relative resilience as renters seek more space, privacy and lower-density living. Still, neither sector is immune to supply pressure, and performance remains highly dependent on submarket selection, basis, unit mix, affordability and the competitive pipeline.

Topaz Capital, we view this temporary, supply-driven dislocation across multifamily and BTR as an opportunity to acquire well-located assets at attractive bases—particularly in Southeast markets supported by long-term population growth, household formation and constrained for-sale affordability.

Sources: CoStar Apartment Monthly Rent Report, July 2026; Yardi Matrix National Multifamily Market Report, released July 2026.

07/15/2026

Recent data from Yardi Matrix as featured in Multi-Housing News (MHN) highlights ongoing rent and occupancy pressures across Southeast metros, including Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Tampa rents declined 2.8%, reflecting a broader trend in Sun Belt markets.

For investors, these headwinds are creating a compelling basis to pursue recapitalizations and special-situation opportunities. At Topaz Capital, we are actively evaluating these evolving dynamics to identify high-potential investments—while maintaining disciplined, market- and asset-specific underwriting to mitigate risk.

The Southeast multifamily landscape is shifting, presenting nuanced opportunities for those equipped with deep local expertise and data-driven strategies.

07/03/2026

Topaz Capital honors 250 years of American independence, celebrating the Fourth of July with pride and a strong commitment to the future.

06/26/2026

Housing policy remains in flux as President Trump's decision not to immediately sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act adds uncertainty to an already challenging real estate landscape.

Regardless of the bill's path forward, one thing remains clear: expanding housing supply and supporting the infrastructure that powers our economy remain critical. Long-term solutions will require collaboration between the public and private sectors, regulatory reform, and disciplined investment.

At Topaz, we remain focused on investing in and developing high-quality multifamily, build-to-rent, and low-coverage industrial (IOS) assets throughout the Southeast—sectors we believe are well-positioned to benefit from long-term demographic, logistics, and economic growth.

06/18/2026

The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged, but we believe the bigger story is what today's environment means for real estate investors, developers, lenders, operators, and capital providers.

Across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and the broader Southeast, higher interest rates have slowed development activity, reduced transaction volume, and increased refinancing pressure.

At the same time, population growth, housing demand, and industrial fundamentals remain constructive.

At Topaz, we believe many housing and industrial sectors are at or near cyclical bottoms from a transaction and capital markets perspective, creating opportunities for disciplined investors focused on basis, cash flow, and long-term value creation.

While many continue waiting for lower rates, some of the strongest investment vintages have historically been created during periods of uncertainty, not after it disappears.

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/

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.

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1132 Kane Concourse
Miami Beach, FL
33154

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http://www.TopazCG.com/

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