Day Two - Wednesday, September 16Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - PST

Policy and regulation are central to how multifamily performs in Southern California. AB 1482, local rent-stabilization ordinances, tenant protections, and Measure ULA shape underwriting, operations, and capital decisions. Experienced SoCal firms discuss how they navigate regulatory complexity managing compliance, protecting NOI, and positioning portfolios for long-term stability.

In today's Southern California market, financial viability is less about aggressive assumptions and more about clarity, discipline, and precision. Active SoCal dealmakers share how they are adjusting assumptions, structuring downside protection, and identifying transactions that offer durable cash flow and long-term value. Panelists examine where the real value-add opportunities exist in current market conditions, how AI is transforming operations and underwriting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency, and how to model runaway operating expenses particularly payroll and insurance costs that are reshaping pro formas across the region. This session provides practical frameworks for underwriting deals that work in 2026's reset market, with honest discussion about what pencils and what doesn't.

In Southern California, property management is a primary driver of asset performance and risk control. Owner-operators, third-party PMs, and operational partners discuss how teams are navigating staffing pressure, regulatory compliance, resident expectations, and aging inventory while confronting runaway payroll costs that are fundamentally changing operational models. The panel explores practical applications of AI in daily operations to reduce staff burden, improve efficiency, and control expenses without sacrificing service quality. Attendees will learn how leading operators are implementing technology solutions, restructuring teams, and managing cost pressures while maintaining compliance and resident satisfaction in one of the nation's most complex operating environments.