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January 31, 2026

Suncrest Capital’s Milestones, Community Impact, and Strategic Outlook for 2026

Investing in Mobile Home Communities
Investing in Mobile Home Communities

Reflecting on 2025 and the Strength of Affordable Housing Communities

With 2025 behind us and a new year underway, real estate investors are reviewing what shaped the market last year and how those lessons will carry into 2026. Interest rate fluctuations, affordability challenges, and uncertainty in traditional asset classes created a mixed environment for many sectors.

Affordable housing communities, however, continued to demonstrate the resilience they are known for. Manufactured housing and long-term RV parks remained steady throughout the year, offering stability for families and predictable outcomes for investors.

For Suncrest Capital, 2025 was a year of meaningful progress supported by our hands-on operations and a mission-focused approach to improving the communities we manage. This review highlights the milestones, lessons, and growth themes that defined 2025 and how they shape our momentum for 2026.

2025 Market Lessons: Why Demand Stayed Strong in Affordable Housing

The broader housing market faced several challenges last year. Elevated mortgage rates made homeownership more difficult. Construction costs limited the new supply. Inflation continued to pressure budgets nationwide.

Despite this, manufactured housing and RV communities remained steady due to several persistent trends:
 
  • Families continued seeking affordable, long-term housing options
  • Zoning and development restrictions slowed new community construction
  • Workforce housing demand remained strong in markets with reliable job growth
  • Residents preferred stable housing costs compared to rising apartment rents
 
These conditions reinforced what Suncrest Capital has seen across multiple cycles. Affordable housing is not just another asset class. It is a structural necessity, and communities that serve this need tend to maintain strong occupancy and predictable performance regardless of market noise.

Suncrest’s 2025 Milestones: A Year of Strategic Growth and Community Improvements

Throughout 2025, Suncrest Capital continued strengthening its portfolio through targeted improvements and selective acquisitions. While many investors paused due to uncertainty, our team focused on communities with durable demand and long-term upside.

Here are some of the core themes that defined our work this past year.

Operational Improvements that Drive Long-Term Value
Our operations team continued implementing systems that improve both resident satisfaction and property performance. These upgrades include:
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  • Installing sub-meters to create fairness in utility usage
  • Rehabbing homes to improve community standards and pride of ownership
  • In-filling vacant lots to boost occupancy and stability
  • Enhancing lighting and landscaping to improve safety and aesthetics
  • Upgrading roads, utilities, and infrastructure for long-term reliability

These efforts strengthen communities in ways residents feel every day while laying the foundation for dependable performance for years to come.

Case Studies: Iowa and Missouri Portfolios
Two previously highlighted portfolios continued to demonstrate what thoughtful management and value-add execution can achieve.

Iowa MHC Portfolio
  • Increased NOI through sub-meter installation, home rehabs, and strategic infill
  • Delivered consistent distributions supported by stable occupancy and strong demand

Missouri MHC Portfolio
  • Improved NOI through water system repairs and efficient utilities management
  • Achieved distributions earlier than projected due to rapid operational enhancements

These examples show how value creation often comes from operational excellence rather than market timing.

Community Impact: Improving Quality of Life Across the Portfolio

Suncrest Capital’s mission extends beyond investment performance. Our team is committed to improving the communities we own, supporting resident stability, and preserving affordability wherever possible.

In 2025, these efforts continued through:
  • Fair, consistent communication with residents
  • Upgrades designed to enhance safety and comfort
  • Programs that encourage home pride and long-term tenancy
  • Management practices that balance responsible operations with affordability

Stable communities support stable investments. Our commitment to residents is a central part of our long-term strategy.

What 2025 Reinforced for Passive Investors

Looking back, 2025 highlighted several key lessons for passive real estate investors.


1. Recession-resistant assets continue to stand out.

Manufactured housing and RV communities held strong while other sectors experienced volatility.


2. Operations create outcomes.

The strongest results often come from thoughtful management rather than speculative buying.


3. Opportunities emerge when others hesitate.

Disciplined acquisitions during uncertain times often create long-term advantages.


4. Transparency remains essential.

Investors value clear communication, consistent reporting, and leadership alignment.

These principles guided Suncrest’s decisions throughout 2025 and remain central to our approach in 2026.

Suncrest Capital’s Strategic Outlook for 2026

Now that 2026 is underway, Suncrest Capital is well-positioned for another year of steady growth and community-focused impact. Affordable housing demand remains strong nationwide, and our portfolio continues to benefit from consistent resident stability.

Our priorities for the year include:
  • Acquiring communities with strong demand and long-term upside
  • Continuing infrastructure and property upgrades across the portfolio
  • Identifying refinance opportunities as conditions evolve
  • Maintaining a resident-first approach that supports stability and retention
  • Scaling operational systems to support growth across multiple markets

With a focus on discipline, transparency, and long-term thinking, Suncrest Capital is prepared for another strong year.

Partner with Suncrest Capital in 2026

If you are exploring passive real estate investing this year, Suncrest Capital provides access to one of the most stable, recession-resistant asset classes available. Our team is here to answer questions and help you evaluate opportunities with clarity and confidence.

Contact us at investors@suncrestcap.com or call our team at (888) 750-8050 or explore our Investor Education resources to learn more.

Suncrest Capital looks forward to another year of creating strong communities and resilient long-term investments.
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