In our 2024 Year-End Review, we shared that we had made a confident pivot to Midwest markets given their strong occupancies and rent growth, relative lack of new supply, and favorable cap rates. In 2025, that resulted in planting our flag with our first acquisition in the Milwaukee WI market as well as our 25^th acquisition in the Chicago IL market. Moreover, we had further defined our investment criteria to abide by these Four Pillars:

The Breneman Capital team is pleased to announce the successful refinancing of Madison Throop Place, a 72-unit multifamily property with ground-floor commercial space located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago.

In 2025, Breneman Capital successfully sold two multifamily properties in Chicago, generating 52% and 39% IRRs driven by significant revenue growth and well-executed refinances.

Discover how Breneman Capital navigated 2024 with $22.9M in transactions, including two acquisitions in Chicago and Madison. Learn about our Four Pillars investment strategy, market insights, and commitment to long-term growth.

We are extremely thrilled to have identified and closed such a strong opportunity for our investors, and we are eager to continue building our presence in the State of Wisconsin. For more details, view our portfolio at: https://www.breneman.com/portfolio

The Federal Reserve's recent 50 basis point rate cut has sparked discussions across the real estate sector. For multifamily investors and developers, the reduction brings a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges.

Breneman Capital has successfully raised over 70% of the required equity for Fairhaven Court, a 58-unit multifamily property in Madison, WI, from 25+ investors. Learn why investors are confident in our strategy, market knowledge, and the property's potential, even in a challenging economic environment.

Discover the secrets of passive real estate investing with our Passive Real Estate Investing Mini-Course, designed by seasoned investor Drew Breneman. Learn how to secure income-generating properties without the hassles of day-to-day management, protect yourself from stock market volatility, and maximize your after-tax cash flow. This course has already been downloaded by hundreds of real estate investors eager to enhance their investment strategies and build lasting wealth

CBRE, a national commercial real estate services firm, published a report earlier this month on Chicago apartment completions of 50 units or more.

Dive into Breneman Capital’s Spring 2024 update for a comprehensive look at the latest trends in the real estate market. Discover how our strategic initiatives are driving rising rents and robust occupancy rates across Chicago and Phoenix. Learn about our careful approach to acquisitions and how we're positioning for market recovery and growth in 2024.

Breneman Capital is pleased to announce the successful sale of our Seminary investment in Chicago for $2,535,000.

Achieving a 35% Value Increase in Four Years: The Palmer Street Case Study

Innovative Investment Selection: Introducing Breneman Capital’s Location Scoring Methodology

Reflecting on the Successful Disposition of Adams Laflin Place: A Case Study in Strategic Investment

On January 18th, 2024, Breneman Capital successfully sold Elston – an apartment property located at 3507-3511 N Elston Avenue in Chicago’s Avondale neighborhood.

A 1031 exchange, also known as a like-kind exchange, is a tax strategy that allows investors to defer capital gains tax on the sale of an investment property by reinvesting the proceeds into a similar property. In this blog, we will explore the basics of a 1031 exchange and how it can be used to save on taxes.

Our Approach To A Shifting Market: Midwest Opportunities And Sunbelt Potential

As we celebrate the integration of Ashland Place into our collection of exceptional properties, we eagerly anticipate the upcoming acquisition of Adams Laflin Place this December, marking another milestone in our commitment to premium real estate in the Chicago area.

There are many factors to consider when determining how much of your portfolio should be allocated in real estate.