Cascade Commercial Investment Advisors

Cascade Commercial Investment Advisors Midwest Commercial Real Estate Services: A Multifamily Real Estate Brokerage For Real Estate Investors

Stephen Sykes began investing in real estate in 2005 and in Omaha in 2015. He has acquired positions in multiple properties in Omaha, South Dakota and Kansas City and holds real estate Broker's licenses in Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa. He focuses on value-add properties for himself and his clients. Stephen manages approximately 100 units under his property management company, Cascade Real Esta

te Group. He holds a Master’s in Public Administration and has worked on municipal planning and public works projects for 16 years in Oregon and Nebraska. Stephen applies this experience currently by acquiring and repositioning properties in Omaha’s redeveloping urban core and other Midwestern cities. Service area includes greater Midwest, (SD, IA, NE, MO, KS)

Multifamily Insider Market Report: Q1 — Omaha & Lincoln highlights you need to see. Average price per unit in Omaha is a...
04/09/2026

Multifamily Insider Market Report: Q1 — Omaha & Lincoln highlights you need to see. Average price per unit in Omaha is about $93,007; top sale hit $133,125 per unit. Quick read, big insights for investors and brokers. Read more: https://wix.to/s8yK7fC

Omaha Market OverviewThe average price per unit for recorded sales in Omaha is approximately $93,007. • High Point: The highest price per unit in Omaha was $133,125 for the property at 640 South 38th Street. • Low Point: The lowest price per unit was $60,294 at 915 N 48th St. • Other significa...

Discover why 4516 Izard Street is being called the smartest buy in Midtown. Our latest blog, “Path of Progress Investmen...
03/23/2026

Discover why 4516 Izard Street is being called the smartest buy in Midtown. Our latest blog, “Path of Progress Investment,” breaks down how a 7.6%+ entry yield and TOD (transit-oriented development) upside make this Omaha opportunity stand out in a compressed cap environment. Read the full analysis and see why investors are shifting to the Silicon Prairie. https://wix.to/PvTPD6m

4516 Izard Street is the Smartest Buy in MidtownThe Strategic Revitalization of Omaha’s Urban CoreIn a compressed-cap environment, identifying an asset that pairs a 7.6%+ entry yield with clear optimization upside represents a significant market inefficiency. While many investors chase over-satura...

Underwriting: Windshield or Rear View Mirror? — Dive into a short take on how investors weigh past performance vs. forwa...
03/10/2026

Underwriting: Windshield or Rear View Mirror? — Dive into a short take on how investors weigh past performance vs. forward-looking signals in commercial real estate. Are you underwriting with hindsight or foresight? Read the full post: https://wix.to/6NtMpL7
https://wix.to/eQLgRbh

Looking for multifamily investment opportunities in Omaha? Our latest blog breaks down the best channels — public listin...
02/23/2026

Looking for multifamily investment opportunities in Omaha? Our latest blog breaks down the best channels — public listing platforms like Crexi and LoopNet, MLS for smaller properties, and the power of off‑market deals and broker relationships. Learn how to find the right deals and what to watch for. Read more: https://wix.to/j2K4qph
https://wix.to/iGAnq7Y

Short guide: how we evaluate Omaha multifamily deals. Start with basics: location, unit mix, age, story. Review income: ...
02/16/2026

Short guide: how we evaluate Omaha multifamily deals.

Start with basics: location, unit mix, age, story.
Review income: rent roll, delinquency, other income.
Check expenses: actuals vs. pro forma, taxes, utilities, maintenance.
Key metrics: cap rate, cash‑on‑cash, DSCR, price per unit.
Add Omaha context: submarkets (Midtown, Benson, UNMC area) and utility structures.
We walk clients through a sample deal from asking price to projected returns. Local knowledge shortens the learning curve.

Learn more and see the full walkthrough. Share your questions below or click to read the full post.

1. Start with the basics: location, unit mix, age, and story2. Understanding current income: rent roll, delinquency, other income3. Understanding expenses: actuals vs. pro forma, taxes, utilities, maintenance4. Key metrics: cap rate, cash‑on‑cash, DSCR, price per unit5. Omaha‑specific consider...

New blog: How to evaluate multifamily properties for investment in Omaha? Learn the key steps—from assessing location an...
02/16/2026

New blog: How to evaluate multifamily properties for investment in Omaha? Learn the key steps—from assessing location and unit mix to analyzing rent rolls, expenses, and deal metrics like cap rate and cash‑on‑cash. Includes Omaha-specific tips (Midtown, Benson, UNMC area) and a sample deal walk-through. Read more: https://wix.to/OhydTwS
https://wix.to/o3KNhio

Buying an apartment building? Don’t rush the close — thorough due diligence can save you from costly surprises. Our late...
02/13/2026

Buying an apartment building? Don’t rush the close — thorough due diligence can save you from costly surprises. Our latest blog breaks down the essentials: rent roll & financials, unit and systems inspections, management practices, legal/title checks, and Omaha-specific items to watch. Read the full checklist and protect your investment: https://wix.to/Z9R0XyA


https://wix.to/q5FYezJ

Looking for a multifamily real estate broker who truly understands the market? Our latest blog breaks down how to qualif...
02/11/2026

Looking for a multifamily real estate broker who truly understands the market? Our latest blog breaks down how to qualify brokers, the questions to ask, and why experience matters. Read more: https://wix.to/QQNpZ32

How to Find the Right Multifamily Broker in Omaha (And What Cascade Brings to the Table)1. Why using a multifamily specialist (vs. a generalist) matters 1. If you're talking with an agent/broker, ask them, "How many multifamily properties have you listed or procured over the past 2 years?" The state...

Thinking about buying an older apartment building and ‘adding value’? Before you spend a dollar on renovations, make sur...
02/09/2026

Thinking about buying an older apartment building and ‘adding value’? Before you spend a dollar on renovations, make sure the numbers actually work. We just published a plain‑English guide to value‑add multifamily investing in Omaha—what it is, what it isn’t, and how to avoid overpaying. Message us for the link or to see current value‑add opportunities. Read more: https://wix.to/vR73sgu

Value-add is one of the most commonly used terms in multifamily real estate investing. At its core, a value-add strategy means purchasing an apartment property that has untapped potential for improvement. This could be through renovations, better management, or smarter expense control. The goal is t...

Multifamily Insider: Q4, 2025 — A strong finish to 2025 for the Omaha‑Lincoln MSA multifamily market. We saw closings ev...
02/02/2026

Multifamily Insider: Q4, 2025 — A strong finish to 2025 for the Omaha‑Lincoln MSA multifamily market. We saw closings even on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and market participants are increasingly optimistic. Expect higher transaction velocity as the market normalizes around interest rates. Read the full review. https://wix.to/0luok6b
https://wix.to/pgIkXbI

In a rapidly changing real estate environment, collaboration is essential! Learn how buyer’s agents can benefit from par...
01/05/2026

In a rapidly changing real estate environment, collaboration is essential! Learn how buyer’s agents can benefit from partnering with Cascade Commercial to achieve amazing results. Discover more: https://wix.to/WkW5NZG

In a shifting real estate landscape, collaboration between commercial and residential brokers is more valuable than ever. Over the past several months, Cascade Commercial has listed and sold a portfolio of multifamily properties, with four deals—totaling $2.688 million—closing with buyers repres...

Address

117 S. 25 Street
Omaha, NE
68131

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Cascade Commercial Investment Advisors posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Share

Category