End of the Week Wrap-Up Week of October 20, 2025

1. Investors Are Back in Research Mode

After months of hesitation, serious investors are finally getting off the sidelines. I’ve noticed more calls, more underwriting conversations, and more people looking to partner rather than pause. That tells me one thing: the fear cycle is ending.

Why it matters:

• Confidence always precedes capital flow.

• Interest rates are stabilizing, which creates predictability.

• The smart money knows wealth is made in uncertain markets — not after they’ve recovered.

Corey’s take: If you’ve been analyzing deals, finish your math and make your move. The next few months will belong to investors who trust their numbers, not the headlines.

2. Midwest Real Estate = Quiet Consistency

While national markets fight price swings, the Midwest keeps proving why I bet on it. Markets like Muncie, Kokomo, and Columbus aren’t just affordable — they’re reliable. Renters stay longer. City partners are proactive. Construction costs are reasonable.

CorePar focus this week:

• Finalizing pre-development work for Muncie Phase I

• Continued meetings around zoning and incentives in Kokomo

• Early feasibility discussions for workforce housing in Columbus

My takeaway: The Midwest may not trend on CNBC, but it delivers what investors crave — stability, cash flow, and partnership.

3. Distressed Deals Quietly Heating Up

This week I saw more small banks testing the waters to move non-performing notes and underutilized assets .We’re not in 2008 territory, but the trickle has begun — and the best opportunities won’t show up on Zillow or LoopNet.

Signs to watch:

• More REO listings coming from community banks

• Adjustable-rate borrowers seeking exits

• Sellers offering creative financing to move properties

Corey’s take: If you have liquidity or access to private capital, this is your lane. Distressed doesn’t mean broken — it means discounted.

4. The Human Side of the Hustle

I always like to end these wrap-ups by zooming out. Yes, we’re building, investing, and strategizing — but real estate is still about people. Relationships with lenders, city officials, architects, and even tenants make the difference between good projects and great ones.

🔥 Reminder: Never get so caught up in spreadsheets that you forget the power of connection. Every deal starts with a conversation.

Looking Ahead to Next Week

Here’s what’s on my radar going into Monday:

• Watching if the government shutdown continues impacting federal-backed closings

• Tracking material cost adjustments heading into Q4

• Locking in investor commitments for CorePar’s next phase of duplex builds

Final Thought: The market doesn’t reward panic — it rewards preparation. This week reminded me that being consistent beats being lucky. See you Monday for the next Real Estate Watchlist.

Stay steady. Stay intentional. Keep building.— Corey