Today we’ve got Russ Flicker, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of AWH Partners. He’s got the latest scoop on hotel investments, asset management, and market trends. From uncovering off-market deals to navigating high-interest rate environments, Russ offers real talk about what’s driving (and slowing) hospitality transactions today.
🔥 Highlights:
• State of the Hospitality Market: Why some properties are thriving while others are struggling.
• Investment Realities: Why high interest rates are forcing a shift from creative repositioning to focusing on cash-flowing assets.
• Urban Market Insights: The challenges and opportunities in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Chicago.
• Group vs. Transient Demand: Why group business growth is critical and how it impacts hotel profits.
• Opportunities in Secondary Markets: Why deals in the $15M equity range can offer higher yields.
• Technology and Data: How proprietary tech is giving AWH Partners a competitive edge in decision-making.
🎤 Bonus Insight: Russ and Glenn take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, discovering they both grew up just miles apart on Long Island!
💡 Key Takeaway: Discipline is key in today's challenging market. Stick to your metrics, stay patient, and be ready when the next opportunity arises.
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