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The Real Cost of Waiting: Why Sitting on the Sidelines Can Set You Back

In this market, hesitation is a risk you can’t afford.

Every quarter your capital sits still, you’re not just missing out—you’re losing ground to faster movers.

At CF Capital, we’re seeing it firsthand: those who act decisively are capturing long-term value while others watch from the sidelines. Multifamily real estate is full of dislocation-driven opportunities—but only for those ready to move.

Let’s talk numbers. Delaying a $1M investment by just 12 months—assuming a 7% annualized return—can cost you approximately $70K in missed growth. Stretch that delay to three years, and the opportunity cost compounds to over $225K. This isn’t theoretical. It’s the silent drag on performance most investors underestimate—until it’s too late.

Meanwhile, we’re leaning into what we call precision over prediction.

We’re not trying to time the market. We’re underwriting with discipline, sourcing creatively, and locking in high-conviction, off-market deals—often negotiated directly with owners in a tight credit environment. These aren’t generic assets—they’re strategic acquisitions with built-in upside, made possible by speed and clarity, not guesswork.

While some investors wait for a signal, we’re already positioning for the next cycle. And based on everything we’re seeing—from loan maturities to value-add inflection points—that cycle isn’t coming. It’s already here.

This blog is part of a broader Q3 initiative focused on capital formation and transparency. From our soon-to-launch Investor Insights Hub to in-depth white papers, webinars, and sharp commentary across social, we’re showing accredited investors and partners exactly how and where we’re deploying capital now.

Want in? Let’s talk.

Because long-term wealth isn’t built by watching. It’s built by stepping in—when it matters most.

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