All real estate is cyclical and single family residential and multifamily properties are countercyclical. As single family home sales slow, more people will choose to rent and not buy thus staying in their apartments which causes higher occupancies and higher rents values for multifamily. When housing becomes less affordable as in the current market, vacancies go down in multifamily and their rents rise making them appreciate. The value of these multifamily properties will be determined by the value of the rents they represent

Multifamily offer opportunity for high cash flow while investing in homes will offer the most stability. It is best to be in the largest market where you find average-priced properties. This is where you will find the majority of renters and buyers. has mostly single family and condominium sales. If you want to be notified of great home deals here on Maui on the same day they are listed or have a price change, go to www.Mauihomefinders.com and sign in for free updates.