Lesson #7: Investors Matter

Investors Matter

There’s a saying: all money is green.But not all investors are. It’s tempting to take capital thinking it is all equal, especially when times are good. But who you take money from matters. You can fire customers. You can fire employees. And yes, you can fire investors. Structures matters. We were deal by deal, which […]

Cornell University Student Samantha Smith Named an Alan Stalcup Scholarship Winner

Austin, TX — February 12, 2026— The Alan Stalcup Scholarship proudly announces Samantha Smith, a Cornell University dual-degree student in Economics and Real Estate, as its newest scholarship recipient. Recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community impact, Smith embodies the scholarship’s mission to support the next generation of leaders in real estate and […]

Lesson #2: Floating-Rate Debt and High LTVs Run Out of Options Fast

Lesson #2: Floating-Rate Debt and High LTVs Run Out of Options Fast

In a near zero interest rate environment, floating-rate debt and higher leverage can feel like a good choice. When debt is virtually free and you’re focused on maximizing returns, leverage is the way to do it. But the risk is always there, even when it doesn’t feel like it. When rates rise quickly, debt service […]