California Landlords At Risk for New Violations - Important Legislation for 2025
California continues to pass new housing laws aimed at protecting tenants — but for homeowners and small landlords, these changes bring rising costs and serious legal risk. This article breaks down how recent legislation has reshaped the rental landscape — and what may be coming next. I’ll share what I’ve learned from a real estate […]
New Data: Memphis Among Top U.S. Markets for Rental Growth and Yield in 2025
Understanding where and why rental markets are shifting is essential for any real estate investor focused on long-term performance. While many U.S. metros are seeing softening demand or declining rents, Memphis continues to defy national trends. Recent data shows that Memphis ranks among the most affordable and resilient rental markets in the country. From vacancy […]
Estimating New Construction Property Tax in the Memphis MSA
There is an inexact science involved when it comes to how property taxes get established for new construction properties. To help bring clarity around this issue, we want to provide some context as to how property tax rates are determined in the first place.
Expert Shares 5 Ways to Maximize 1031 Exchange Benefits and Build Wealth
Savvy real estate investors know that a 1031 exchange isn’t just about deferring taxes—it’s a strategic wealth-building vehicle. When used properly, it can significantly accelerate your portfolio growth, enhance cash flow, and help you scale smarter and faster. But success requires more than just meeting deadlines—it takes expert insight and purposeful execution. Here are […]
Where to Invest in Memphis: The Suburbs Beating the Market in 2025
When people talk about Memphis, the conversation is often incomplete. While many associate the city with older multifamily housing and the challenges that come with managing lower-income rentals, they often overlook the strength of the broader Memphis metropolitan area. This region stretches across three states, includes over 1.3 million people, and encompasses some of the […]
How to Maximize Your 1031 Exchange: Invest Smarter with Memphis Properties
Imagine selling one property and transforming it into a stronger, more profitable real estate portfolio — all without paying taxes right away. A 1031 exchange is one of the most powerful strategies available to real estate investors, offering a smart way to build wealth, improve cash flow, and preserve hard-earned equity. A 1031 exchange is […]
New Tariffs Impact on Real Estate, Homebuilding, and Investments in 2025
Understanding the New Tariffs In April 2025, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping set of new tariffs on imported goods. However, following market volatility and pressure from the business community, the administration issued a 90-day delay on the implementation of most tariffs — with the exception of those on Chinese imports, which remain in effect […]
Elon Musk’s xAI Supercomputer Brings Tech Growth and Jobs to Memphis
Memphis’s Business Boom Continues Memphis is making headlines — again. The most recent? Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is building what may become the world’s most powerful supercomputer, right in the heart of Memphis. In March 2025, xAI closed a deal with the Memphis City Council to purchase a 1 million square foot site […]
Weathering the Storm: How Memphis Real Estate Stays Strong and Insurable After a Tornado Hits
First, A Note on Recent Events Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the recent storms across the Mid-South. While we are grateful that the greater Memphis area avoided the most severe damage, we know that some families and communities were not as fortunate. To those who have experienced loss or disruption, please know that […]
Meridian Pacific Properties Launches The Investor Exploration Program for Real Estate Investors
Meridian Pacific Properties is excited to announce the launch of The Investor Exploration Program, a unique opportunity for investors to visit Memphis, tour high-quality investment properties, and experience firsthand the benefits of owning turnkey single-family rental homes in one of the nation’s strongest investment real estate markets. This exclusive program provides complimentary airfare, lodging, guided property […]
