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Episode 264. Stop Saying Pencils Down: Why Serious Investors Keep Underwriting Every Deal

Episode 264. Stop Saying Pencils Down: Why Serious Investors Keep Underwriting Every Deal

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Are you still hearing people say “pencils down”? Let’s get real—if you’re in this game, you can’t afford to step back from underwriting. In today’s episode, Nico breaks down why the “pencils down” mindset is a rookie move, and why sharpening your underwriting skills through every cycle is what separates real players from pretenders.

You’ll learn:

  • What “pencils down” actually means—and why it’s dangerous for investors

  • Why underwriting deals daily keeps you sharp and market-aware

  • The key metrics every investor should master (cash-on-cash, IRR, AAR, equity multiple)

  • How refinances can fuel your returns—tax free

  • Why Nico’s Multifamily Deal Blade is designed to help you underwrite every deal with clarity and confidence

Whether the market is up, down, or sideways—you can’t sit this one out. Stay informed, stay dangerous, and keep sharpening your axe.

👉 Grab Nico’s Multifamily Deal Blade here: www.smallaxecommunities.com

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