Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever
3,532 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★★ - 961 ratingsWelcome to the world's longest-running, DAILY commercial real estate investing podcast hosted by Joe Fairless. Joe went from buying $35,000 single-family homes to controlling over $1,900,000,000 worth of large apartment communities in under a decade.
Commercial real estate is a compelling investment option, but knowing where to look and who to listen to can be overwhelming — especially when your money and legacy are on the line. The Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show provides commercial real estate expert insights, education, and timely information to our community of active and passive investors looking to succeed in commercial real estate. Build wealth, build a legacy, and do more good in the world.
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JF3266: Joshua Meyer — The Dangers of Scaling Too Quickly and a Playbook for Getting Started With Direct-to-Seller Deals
August 14, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBJoshua Meyer is the founder of Meyer REI, which creates win-win opportunities between the company and those struggling with foreclosure. In this episode, Joshua gives a step-by-step process for approaching direct-to-seller financing and shares some of the pain he endured by scaling his portfolio and his team too quickly. Joshua Meyer | Real Estate Background Founder of Meyer REI Portfolio: 36 units buy-and-hold multifamily Does 3–5 wholesale flips per month Based in: Milwaukee...
JF3265: Andy McQuade — Save Six Figures on Your Next Project With These Construction and Efficiency Upgrades
August 13, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBAndy McQuade is the principal at The ARM Companies, which provides consulting and advisory services for individuals and businesses working in the real estate industry. In this episode, Andy discusses the biggest mistakes operators make when dealing with construction on investment projects. He also shares expert recommendations on saving big on development deals, and what not to do when dealing with suppliers. Andy McQuade | Real Estate Background Principal at The ARM Companies Portf...
JF3264: Best Ever Book Club - The Wealthy Gardner by John Soforic
August 12, 2023 07:18 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Best Ever Book Club is a special monthly series hosted by Best Ever founder Joe Fairless. In each insightful episode, Joe dives into influential books that shape the world of investing, exploring key principles, strategies, and lessons to enrich both the seasoned investor and the curious novice. In this episode, Joe unravels the wisdom found in "The Wealthy Gardener" by John Soforic, delving into the parables and teachings that cultivate a prosperous mindset. They discuss how the book'...
JF3263: Robbie Faithe - How to Create a Win-Win Scenario with Seller Financing and The Best Marketing Tactics to Find Off-Market Deals
August 11, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBRobbie Faithe is the CEO of Faithe Real Estate and co-founder of Integrity Home Buyers. In this episode, Robbie talks about his journey from flipping houses to investing in a variety of commercial real estate assets, ranging from multifamily to warehouses. He shares the marketing tactics he uses to find off-market deals and how he’s getting creative with seller financing to find cash-flowing deals in a difficult economy. Robbie Faithe | Real Estate Background CEO of Faith Real Estate ...
JF3262: 5 Steps to Vet a Syndication Deal | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
August 10, 2023 08:28 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis walks through his personal five-step process for vetting an apartment syndication deal and encourages listeners to add their own personal preferences to make the ...
JF3261: Vanessa Alfaro - Disrupting the Real Estate Game with AI
August 09, 2023 07:52 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBVanessa Alfaro discusses her journey from being a single mom opening companies at 22 to founding multiple seven-figure firms across three countries. Vanessa shares insights into her real estate portfolio, which focuses on multifamily investments. She emphasizes the necessity to embrace technological advancements, particularly AI, to optimize operations in the real estate industry. Vanessa reveals how AI can be applied in various aspects of real estate, including acquisition, underwriting, as...
JF3260: Clint Harris - How to Recognize the Right Conversion Opportunity, Strategies on the Fastest Ways to Grow Wealth, and The Potential in Big-Box Retail
August 08, 2023 07:05 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBClint Harris is a professional investor and capital raiser with Nomad Capital, which focuses on converting and building Class-A climate-controlled storage facilities. In this episode, Clint discusses Nomad’s conversion strategies, specifically how to assess a property and recognize when the conversion opportunity is right. He also shares the struggles he faced actively managing 14 Airbnb properties and why he chose to change his investment focus. Clint Harris | Real Estate Background ...
JF3259: Bronson Hill - From Medical Sales to 2000 Multifamily Units
August 07, 2023 07:48 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBBronson Hill talks about his transition from medical device sales into multifamily real estate and other diverse investments like ATMs, car washes, and oil and gas. Hill emphasizes the importance of cash flow, risk mitigation, and seeking value-add opportunities, providing insights into various investment strategies that can generate passive wealth. The conversation explores different investment avenues, discussing their potential rewards and risks. Bronson Hill | Real Estate Backgroun...
JF3258: Zach Lemaster — Exploring the True Meaning of Turnkey Investing and Why Now is the Time to Get in on Build-to-Rent Developments
August 06, 2023 06:56 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBZach Lemaster is the founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, one of the nation's leading turnkey investment companies that helps people achieve financial independence through turnkey investing. In this episode, Zach discusses the misconceptions surrounding the turnkey real estate investing industry, and what prospective investors need to know. He also shares why you should explore the build-to-rent industry now as overbuilding and increasing interest rates have made many deals available at belo...
JF3257: Dana Bull — The Power in Quitting While You’re Ahead, Staying Small to Win Big, and Staying in the Game to Build True Wealth Through Real Estate
August 05, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBDana Bull is a real estate advisor at Dana Bull Real Estate Consulting, where she advises clients on ways to maximize wealth through real estate. In this unique episode, Dana discusses why she chooses NOT to grow her portfolio, having acquired all of her investment properties before the age of 30. She also explores the concept of investing simply for the love of investing rather than chasing ever-increasing goals and financial benchmarks. Dana Bull | Real Estate Background Real estate...
JF3256: Cody Bjugan — The Best-Kept Secret in Land Deals, Overcoming the Barriers to Entry in Land Entitlements, and the Value of Being a True Expert
August 04, 2023 10:28 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBCody Bjugan is the founder of Allied Development, which finds off-market raw land with development potential and sells it to homebuilders. He is also the founder of VestRight, an educational platform that's helping investors do the same. In this episode, Cody discusses why the value in land deals is in the approvals and how to go about mastering these types of investments. He also shares how he is able to provide his investors with 20% preferred returns and why he chooses to control real e...
JF3255: The Power of Knowing Your Core Values | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
August 03, 2023 07:53 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. You should get to know yourself, your goals, and your values before tackling investments. But how do you figure out what your core values are? In this episode, Travis shares a simple way...
JF3254: Vikram Raya - Making the Jump from Medicine to Real Estate, Six of the Worst Mistakes Syndicators Make, and Understanding the Power of Marketing and Branding
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBVikram Raya is the CEO and co-founder of Viking Capital, a multifamily boutique with nimble investment sourcing, structuring, execution and asset management capabilities. In this episode, Vikram talks about his transition from life as a practicing cardiologist to a full-time syndicator. He also warns against allowing your profession to become your personality, lessons he learned from bad syndication partnerships, and why you should stop leaning on agencies for your marketing and branding nee...
JF3253: Chris Pomerleau — Understanding the Pros and Cons of a Regulation A Fund, Raising Capital Through Crowdfunding, and Increasing Access to Real Estate Investing
August 01, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBChris Pomerleau is the co-founder and director of investment strategy at LeavenWealth, a lead sponsor of value-add multifamily properties through syndication and JVs. In this episode, Chris discusses his newest project, Rayven, which is a Regulation A fund that is seeking to expand access to real estate investing for non-accredited investors while also saving the planet. He tackles some of the objections to Regulation A funds as well as the major benefits it provides investors. Chris P...
JF3252: Matthew Amabile — The Roadmap to Financial Freedom for Young Investors, How to Use the Golden Nugget Mentality to Build Relationships, and Why You Should Partner Sooner Than You Think
July 31, 2023 07:58 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBMatthew Amabile is the owner of Amabile Investments and host of the Financial Freedom Fast podcast. He is well-known for retiring at the age of 25 through real estate investing. In this episode, Matthew lays out the four-step roadmap for how he achieved financial freedom so early in life, his trick for building relationships to find the best deals, and what to do when you can’t bring capital to the table. Matthew Amabile | Real Estate Background Owner of Amabile Investments and host o...
JF3251: Aaron Yassin — How to Master Ground-Up Construction in New York City, What Thoughtful Design Can Do for Property Values, and Navigating Risk Factors in a Highly Regulated Market
July 30, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBAaron Yassin is the director of operations and design & planning at Hive Developers, which develops ground-up condominiums in Brooklyn with a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and design. In this episode, Aaron shares how his company maintains profitability in one of the most highly regulated markets in the world when it comes to ground-up construction and multifamily. He also discusses the design elements that are driving the future of development and the major risk factors you ...
JF3250: Faraz Hemani — 3-Step Formula for Succeeding in Self-Storage, Why Flex Industrial Is the Best-Kept Secret in Real Estate, and How to Compete in a Crowded Self-Storage Industry
July 29, 2023 07:52 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBFaraz Hemani is the owner of Pebble Ridge Capital, which manages storage facilities with zero onsite staff through technology and automation. In this episode, Faraz talks about his recipe for success when it comes to acquiring and managing 10 self-storage facilities across four states. He also shares why he is expanding into flex industrial and advice for those looking to make the jump from storage. Faraz Hemani | Real Estate Background Owner of Pebble Ridge Capital Portfolio: 10...
JF3249: Ash Patel — Learning from 10 Years of Mistakes and Mindset Struggles in Commercial Real Estate Investing
July 28, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBAsh Patel is the founder of Invest Beyond Multifamily, which invests in daily-use, necessity-based commercial real estate properties in growth markets. He is also a host of The Best Ever Show podcast. This episode features a recent talk Ash gave at the Best Ever Cincinnati Real Estate Meetup. He discusses the major lessons he’s learned over the past 10 years as a full-time investor and advice for time management and goal setting. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvesto...
JF3248: Should You Invest in Private Equity? | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
July 27, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.67 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. When you’re trying to grow your net worth and forge a path to success, many people say to mimic the wealthy and successful. Well, most high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals...
JF3247: Ruben Greth — Capitalizing on the Build-to-Rent Trend, Navigating Objections from LPs, and Exploring the Benefits of Ground-Up Development
July 26, 2023 05:24 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBRuben Greth is the managing partner and full-time syndicator at Legacy Acquisitions, which raises capital for commercial real estate syndications. In this episode, Ruben shares his advice for developing an infrastructure around capital raising, how he deals with common objections from LPs, and the many benefits of ground-up development as it relates to build-to-rent projects. Ruben Greth | Real Estate Background Managing partner and full-time syndicator at Legacy Acquisitions Portfo...
JF3246: Shane Thomas — How to Balance Diversification With Focus, Communicating With Investors During a Quiet Deal Period, and How to Scale Faster by Hiring Smarter
July 25, 2023 07:37 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBShane Thomas is the co-founder and managing partner at Catalyst Equity Partners, which specializes in multifamily real estate investing and repositioning well-located assets. In this episode, Shane shares communication tactics to keep investors primed for potential opportunities when deal flow is down, how he is diversifying with other asset classes while remaining focused on multifamily, and what he would have done differently to scale faster. Shane Thomas | Real Estate Background Co...
JF3245: Sief Khafagi - How to Win $200,000 at the Best Ever Conference, Using Data to Thrive in the Short-Term Rental Industry, and How to Identify a Desirable STR Market
July 24, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBSief Khafagi is the founder of Techvestor, which provides investors with a strategic way to invest in short-term rental investment properties. In this episode, Sief discusses the short-term rental landscape as it stands today and how Techvestor is overcoming some of the common pitfalls many operators are encountering to thrive and build a strong portfolio. He also shares Techvestor’s business plan and how they identify ideal markets for their short-term rental properties. Sief Khafagi ...
JF3244: Brooke Ceballos-Pinero — 3 Pieces of Advice for Women Coming Up in Real Estate, Why Real Estate Is a Pay-to-Play Game, and Why Mentorships Are the Greatest Shortcut to Success
July 23, 2023 07:38 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBBrooke Ceballos-Pinero is the CEO and co-founder of Empower Capital, which empowers people financially where they live, work, and play via passive investment opportunities through multifamily real estate acquisitions focusing on women and marginalized communities. In this episode, Brooke speaks the truth about why there aren’t more women in commercial real estate and how we can change that. She also discusses the power of mentorships and why showing up in person for yourself at events and ...
JF3243: Jim Fredo — Applying the BRRRR Method to Multifamily, How to Know When It’s Time to Cash Out and Refinance, and How to Source Adequate Contracting Work
July 22, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBJim Fredo is the key principal and founder of Spring Capital Partners, which employs the BRRRR method to add value and refinance funds quickly, holding long-term for cash flow. In this episode, Jim shares his business plan and timeline for cash-out refinancing on multifamily deals, what he learned from a recent 28-unit purchase, and how he’s overcome the biggest struggle of finding adequate contractors to cover the renovations. Jim Fredo | Real Estate Background Key principal and foun...
JF3242: Christine Hsu - The Best Tactic to Vet Syndicators, the Importance of Having Friends in the Multifamily Investing Industry, and Tips on Attracting Investors Outside of Your Network
July 21, 2023 07:40 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBChristine Hsu is the co-founder and COO of Noblivest, which is a syndication and fund that invests in commercial real estate, offering passive income opportunities to accredited investors who are interested in minimizing risk and maximizing cash flow. In this episode, Christine discusses the importance of due diligence when it comes to vetting deals, investors, and syndicators. She also shares her tips for attracting investors outside of your circle and why it’s important to always remembe...
JF3241: Become Twice as Rich by Desiring Half as Much: How to Do More With Less | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
July 20, 2023 07:17 - 11 minutes - 7.55 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses the dilemma many Americans face by not investing enough, and instead being sucked into the power of consumer culture. He shares his experience with livi...
JF3240: Corey Peterson — 3 Hacks to Cultivate Broker Relationships, Advice for Newbies Raising Capital, and Why Operational Excellence Is Vital in Today’s Economy
July 19, 2023 07:29 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBCorey Peterson is the CEO of Kahuna Investments, which is focused on income-producing multifamily opportunities in stable and emerging U.S. markets. They target high-yield passive cash flow and long-term capital appreciation through strategic acquisition and superior asset management. In this episode, Corey talks about how to create productive relationships with brokers, why he chose to vertically integrate his property management company, and how he would advise a new investor to approach...
JF3239: Arn Cenedella — The Value of Market Cycle Experience, How to Transition Your Investing Strategy as You Age, and Why Investing Requires Realistic Expectations
July 18, 2023 08:54 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBArn Cenedella is the founder of Spark Investment Group, which helps people leverage passive real estate investments to grow their wealth, simplify their portfolios, and create the lives they’ve always wanted to live. In this episode, Arn reflects on his 40+ years of real estate investing experience to share what he’s learned from going through several market cycles. He also discusses what to focus on as a young investor and how that should change as you age. Arn Cenedella | Real Estate...
JF3238: Rachael Jones — How to Know It’s Time to Fire Your Property Manager, the Proper Structure for a Property Management Agreement, and Tips for Managing Complicated Value-Add Operations
July 17, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBRachael Jones is the founder of Clover Capital Group, which syndicates B- and C-class, value-add multifamily and mobile home parks primarily in the Charlotte MSA. In this episode, Rachael shares her journey from being an engineer managing global projects to a real estate investor with $15 million in AUM. She also discusses her creative solution to a mobile home park investment with four vacant lots and lessons she learned from a non-performing property manager. Rachael Jones | Real Est...
JF3237: Peter Neill & Ron Lockhart — 5 Reasons to Invest in Affordable Housing, How to Profit on Non-Performing Loans, and How to Deliver 23% Annual Returns to Investors
July 16, 2023 07:17 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBPeter Neill & Ron Lockhart are the co-founders and partners at GSP REI, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm focusing on affordable and workforce single-family rentals and non-performing loans. In this episode, Peter and Ron share why they chose to build a $55 million portfolio of affordable housing and non-performing loans. They also share why they use a vertical integration approach to investing and how they are able to return an average of 20%–23% to investors annually. ...
JF3236: Isaac Sebbag — How to Make Six-Figure Profits on Condo Conversions, Secrets to Attracting Investors on LinkedIn, and How to Structure Condo Deals
July 15, 2023 07:45 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIsaac Sebbag is the founder of Golden Sky Equities, which generates long-term value through strategic renovations in the condo and multifamily sectors with a focus on the New Jersey and Florida markets. In this episode, Isaac shares his expert insights on condo conversion projects, including what makes an ideal condo, amenities to focus on, and ground-up vs. value-add deals. He also discusses how he uses LinkedIn to attract investors and structures deals depending on the level of value-add i...
JF3235: How to Navigate the Commercial Lending Space in 2023 | ft. James Eng
July 14, 2023 07:56 - 27 minutes - 19 MBJames Eng is the national director of Old Capital, a commercial mortgage broker. In this episode, James discusses the landscape of commercial lending, especially why many investors transitioned from bridge loans to fixed-rate loans over the past few years. He also shares the true purpose of a bridge loan and shares strategies for how investors can approach the refinance process on a bridge loan in 2023. James Eng | Real Estate Background National director of Old Capital Portfolio: ...
JF3234: Why the Wealthy Seek Passive Income | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
July 13, 2023 07:28 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses the benefits of passive income versus traditional earned income, specifically the tax advantages that many use to preserve their wealth such as deprecia...
JF3233: The Ultimate Marketing Playbook for Real Estate Operators | ft. Veena Jetti
July 12, 2023 06:56 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBVeena Jetti is the founding partner of Vive Funds, a unique commercial real estate firm that specializes in curating conservative opportunities for investors. In this episode, Veena gives a mini masterclass in marketing for operators, GPs, and capital raisers. She discusses how her team uses AI to maximize efficiency, her “secret sauce” for raising capital, and things that make her cringe about multifamily investing. Veena Jetti | Real Estate Background Founding Partner of Vive Funds ...
JF3232: Tax Secrets Every Real Estate Investor Should Know ft. Toby Mathis
July 11, 2023 07:08 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBToby Mathis is the founding partner of Anderson Law Group and managing partner of Anderson Business Advisors, which helps entrepreneurs around the world live lives free from the burden of financial imprisonment through wealth creation. In this episode, Toby guides listeners through the complicated world of tax codes and asset protection, providing expert insights into how to shelter your assets properly to reduce risk and preserve wealth. Toby Mathis | Real Estate Background Founding ...
JF3231: Questions You Should Be Asking Your GPs ft. Brian C. Adams
July 10, 2023 07:21 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBBrian C. Adams is the president and founder of Excelsior Capital, an owner-operator sponsor of commercial light industrial, flex space, and medical office properties. In this episode, Brian discusses the struggles he’s faced building a $275 million portfolio, why he prefers flex, light industrial, and medical properties, and how LPs can do next-level due diligence on GPs before committing to a deal. Brian C. Adams | Real Estate Background President and Founder of Excelsior Capital P...
JF3230: How to Build a Self-Storage Empire ft. AJ Osborne
July 09, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBAJ Osborne is the CEO and founder of Cedar Creek Capital, which is a vertically integrated real estate private equity firm specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of self-storage facilities. In this episode, AJ discusses what caused the self-storage asset class to peak and drop in the last few years and why his firm’s buying behavior has changed completely as a result. AJ Osborne | Real Estate Background CEO & Founder of Cedar Creek Capital Portfolio: $300 m...
JF3229: Maximizing Profitability with This Property Management Partnership Model ft. Ross Metz
July 08, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBRoss Metz is the co-founder of SIMCAP Holdings, which is a midwest asset management group with a focus on residential multifamily investing. In this episode, Ross shares how he built his portfolio up to 148 units in 15 months and how he structured a unique partnership with his property manager that ensures both of their paths to growth and profitability. Ross Metz | Real Estate Background Co-Founder of SIMCAP Holdings and SIMCAP Management Portfolio: 148 multifamily units Perso...
JF3228: Navigating Retail Investing With National Tenants ft. Michael Flight
July 07, 2023 07:23 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBMichael Flight is the CEO of Liberty Real Estate Funds and principal of Concordia Realty, the world’s first net lease security token fund. In this episode, Michael shares three key factors required in doing due diligence on a NNN property, tips for investors pivoting into retail, and how to attract national tenants to your retail centers. Michael Flight | Real Estate Background CEO of Liberty Real Estate Funds and founding principal of Concordia Realty Portfolio: NNN and single-t...
JF3227: Is The Highest Return Really Best? – Risk Adjusted Returns | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
July 06, 2023 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.84 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses the significance of risk-adjusted returns. Using real-world examples, Watts urges listeners to balance the allure of high returns with potential risks, ...
JF3226: The Playbook for Value-Add Mobile Home Park Investing ft. Chad Freeman
July 05, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBChad Freeman is the founder of MHPinvestors, which purchases undervalued and mismanaged mobile home parks and brings them back to life. He is a returning guest to the podcast, and in this episode, Chad discusses the advantages mobile home parks provide as opposed to other asset classes and how his business plan has evolved over the past year to accommodate for lower deal flow and higher interest rates. Chad Freeman | Real Estate Background Founder of MHPinvestors Portfolio: 150 m...
JF3225: Building a $650 Million Multifamily Portfolio After Losing it All in 2008 ft. Patrick Grimes
July 04, 2023 07:47 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBPatrick Grims is the CEO of Invest on Main Street, which allows investors to passively invest in syndications for alternative assets. In this episode, Patrick shares his whirlwind journey from high-tech engineer to real estate investor, which includes losing everything in the 2008 housing crisis. He also shares the importance of learning to trust others and educating investors on the history of market cycles. Patrick Grimes | Real Estate Background CEO of Invest on Main Street Portf...
JF3224: The Platform Automating the Due Diligence Process ft. Marc Rutzen
July 03, 2023 07:34 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBMarc Rutzen is the CEO of HelloData.ai, a platform that automates the due diligence process for real estate investors. In this episode, Marc discusses the disruption potential AI has in the real estate industry and how HelloData.ai works to mitigate the mundane and manual tasks associated with the due diligence process of real estate investing. Marc Rutzen | Real Estate Background CEO of HelloData.ai Based in: Chicago Say hi to him at: LinkedIn hellodata.ai Best Ever Book:...
JF3223: Lessons Learned from Renovating a Historic Building ft. Kyle Stevie
July 02, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBKyle Stevie is the co-founder of Sparen Capital, a concierge-style realty service that buys and sells properties through market-driven data analytics and a deep understanding of client needs. In this episode, Kyle takes a deep dive into a deal he spearheaded in 2020 to renovate and stabilize a historic building from 1908. He shares the construction timeline, the unique loan structure, and the one renovation that set the project back nearly a year. Kyle Stevie | Real Estate Background ...
JF3222: How to Scale a Residential Portfolio ft. Kyle Root
July 01, 2023 07:19 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBKyle Root is the founder of Empire Estates and KJ Coaching. He owns 68 units of single-family and small multifamily properties in the Green Bay and Milwaukee areas. In this episode, Kyle shares his strategy for scaling a residential portfolio, which preserves cash flow and allows him to “trade up” to newer properties. Kyle also shares the journey of starting his own construction company and the advice he has for other operators looking to bring those services in-house. Kyle Root | Real...
JF3221: Discovering the Power of Syndications ft. Anjesh Dubey
June 30, 2023 07:04 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBAnjesh Dubey is the co-founder of Dubey Investor Group, which helps high-income professionals to learn about passive investing and diversifying their portfolio. He is also a software engineer with 14 years of experience leading global teams. In this episode, Anjesh shares his journey from investing in single family homes in the Bay Area to multifamily syndications and the power of utilizing economies of scale and capital. He also discusses the two questions he would ask general partners b...
JF3220: Can You Make Money in a Negative Leverage Environment? | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
June 29, 2023 07:15 - 12 minutes - 8.3 MBPassive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses whether you can make money in an economic environment where interest rates are higher than cap rates. Does it make sense to pay more for your debt than ...
JF3219: How to Use AI to Maximize Your Real Estate Investing Efforts ft. David Lecko
June 28, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBDavid Lecko is the CEO of DealMachine, an app designed to help real estate investors and professionals streamline and automate the process of finding and contacting property owners. In this episode, David discusses the pain points he encountered as an investor that inspired him to create DealMachine, how AI is revolutionizing the world of real estate investing, and three practical steps you can take today to incorporate AI into your life. David Lecko | Real Estate Background CEO of De...
JF3218: Deferred Sales Trusts Explained: A 1031 Exchange Alternative ft. Brett Swarts
June 27, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBBrett Swarts is the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, which helps investors pursue their financial goals while navigating the exit of their highly appreciated assets and solving their capital gains tax challenges. In this episode, Brett explains how deferred sales trusts work as an alternative to 1031 exchanges, deferring capital gains taxes while still allowing investors access to the cash from their property sale. Brett Swarts | Real Estate Background Founder of Capital Gains ...
JF3217: Get Stable Cash Flow: Expert Tips for Landlords | Bonus Operations ft. Slocomb Reed
June 26, 2023 07:40 - 11 minutes - 7.65 MBBonus Operations is a series hosted by apartment owner/operator and Best Ever Show host, Slocomb Reed. In each five- to ten-minute episode, Slocomb provides his top takes for executing your business plan and maintaining cash flow. In this episode, Slocomb introduces the '200 unit months of operation' concept to predict when a rental property portfolio stabilizes. It emphasizes long-term planning, particularly for small landlords, and discusses the influence of vacancy rates on net oper...