Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
716 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 338 ratingsWelcome to the Cash Flow Connections Real Estate Podcast. This podcast provides insights into the intricacies of commercial real estate investing through interviews with some of the leading investors, sponsors, and managers in the U.S. The program centers on cash flow focused asset classes such as mobile home parks, self-storage, multi-family, and office, but virtually all types of real estate transactions will be covered. The podcast is hosted by Hunter Thompson, founder of Cash Flow Connections and full-time real estate investor.
Cash Flow Connections is a private equity firm that assists accredited investors achieve diversification though recession-resistant real estate.
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Episodes
E110 - MM - Codify Your Goals With a New Piece of Furniture
July 01, 2019 17:33 - 4 minutes - 2.2 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses goal setting by using a vision board which can increase your success and boost your productivity. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E109 - How to Use Readily Available Data to Master Market Analysis
June 26, 2019 17:37 - 47 minutes - 22 MBWhen it comes to market analysis and market selection, the same answers are repeated over and over; "We look for jobs. We look for population growth". Population growth and jobs are what everyone looks for, but what does that actually mean? Learning how to take these suggestions and replicate them for your own business can produce success, but to start, you must know how to master market analysis. Our guest for today is Neal Bawa, known by his friends as The Mad Scientist of Multifamily....
E108 - MM - 3 Strategies for Networking Events
June 24, 2019 17:40 - 4 minutes - 2.2 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses 3 strategies to use to truly maximize your time and productivity while at networking events. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E107 - The Hottest Topic In Real Estate - Investing In Opportunity Zones
June 19, 2019 17:30 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MBEven though Opportunity Zones are the single hottest topics in the real estate investment sector, there is still much misunderstanding about the vehicle. Bringing in an expert on the subject to clarify what is currently in place, what is to be determined, and where the real opportunity in the opportunity zone exists will help shed some light on the status of the investment vehicle. Our guest for today is James Bohan, CPA, MRED, who is the founder and Principal of Stonehan Capital, an eme...
E106 - MM - Two Strategies for Establishing Credibility on a Call
June 17, 2019 17:30 - 8 minutes - 4.04 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses two critical items that set the stage for a solid call, leading to increased credibility and trustworthiness. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E105 – The Creature from Jekyll Island: The Untold History of the Fed
June 12, 2019 17:39 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBOne of the most frequently talked about topics on this podcast is "The Fed" because of the significant role it plays in our economy. There is a very small group of people that, to a large degree, unilaterally control the entire monetary system of the United States and therefore, the global economic environment. Unless you are in the financial sector, very few people mention the Fed at all despite its significance. Our guest for today is G. Edward Griffin, who is a writer, documentary fil...
E104 - MM - Is Using a 506(c) Structure the Future of Syndications?
June 10, 2019 17:29 - 7 minutes - 3.39 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses the differences between 506(b) and 506(c), which one is better, and where the industry is headed. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E103 - Achieving Risk-Adjusted Returns Through Workforce Housing
June 05, 2019 17:48 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBThe underlying theme of many of our interviews has shown that real estate is a business. To become successful in real estate, it requires partnerships, systems and processes, market advantage, and much more than just the knowledge of how to calculate cap rates or knowing what a debt service coverage ratio is. One of the key differences between mom and pop owners and best in class operators is that one looks at real estate as an investment, while the other spends their time focused on all the...
E102 - MM - If You're Hiding Something, People Assume the Worst
June 03, 2019 17:39 - 6 minutes - 2.91 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses why you should be completely authentic and transparent when dealing with others in order to gain their trust and build your credibility. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E101 - From Selling Parking Spaces to $60MM Under Management
May 29, 2019 17:40 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBYou may have noticed that we just surpassed our 100th episode, and because of that, this episode will be a bit different. This podcast has been an incredible journey and the insights that the guests have provided us have been astonishing. As I spent some time reflecting, I realized I've never actually been interviewed on the show, so I decided it would be a great way to switch up this 101st episode. I'd also like to thank all of you, the listeners, for your continued support. When I first...
E100 - MM - Is the MHP Play Over?
May 28, 2019 15:31 - 8 minutes - 3.92 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter Thompson discusses mobile home parks and how their desirability and lack of new builds may make them an inadequate investment vehicle. Interested in investing with Hunter? Go to asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E99 - His VC Funded Firm Helps Fix and Flippers All Over the US
May 22, 2019 17:48 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBWhile luck may play a part, the most successful people are constantly looking for opportunities and paying attention to when opportunities present themselves. One of these great opportunities that continues to thrive is providing debt for fixers and flippers. People are constantly buying assets, rehabbing them, and selling them, making this a great option for investors. Our guest for today is Matt Rodak who is the Founder and CEO of Fund That Flip, which is a venture-backed platform for re...
E98 - MM - Know Thyself
May 20, 2019 17:39 - 4 minutes - 2.43 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses how you can learn about yourself through personality tests and introspection. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E97 - Should You Wait on the Sidelines or Stay Invested?
May 15, 2019 17:46 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MBDownside protection is one of the most favorable reasons to invest in real estate. To get close to the return profile that real estate has to offer from other investment opportunities, you will be much more likely to lose money and perhaps a lot of it. With so many investment vehicles available, it is crucial to search for deals and evaluate your options on a risk-adjusted basis. Our guest for today is Josh Satin, who is a two-time division one college All American baseball player who was ...
E96 - MM - Ten Due Diligence Items for Retail Centers
May 13, 2019 17:58 - 5 minutes - 2.66 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses investing in retail centers and some of the main things you should pay attention to before investing. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E95 - Thinking In Bets with Annie Duke
May 08, 2019 17:42 - 1 hour - 31.1 MBMany of you have heard about the Butterfly Effect, and in simple terms, the butterfly effect is the idea that a small change can cause much larger transformations to happen. This concept is especially important when making life and business decisions since you can think about things in a probabilistic manner, limiting the downside. Our guest for today is Annie Duke who is an experienced corporate speaker and consultant on the behavior of decision making. In 2018, she released her first bo...
E94 - MM - Investing in Amortizing Debt vs. Non-Amortizing Debt
May 06, 2019 18:39 - 8 minutes - 3.94 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode Hunter discusses debt, and the importance of debt in a portfolio, especially if you are late in the cycle. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E93 - Is the "Retail Apocalypse" Overblown?
May 01, 2019 17:52 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBFor the past 5 years or so, the "retail apocalypse" headlines have been all over the news. These stories have included several large brick-and-mortar retail stores all across the US in multiple sectors. However, this may not paint the whole picture. The negative light the media is painting of the industry sounds like the picture it was painting of the real estate sector in 2010 when it was the most favorable time to invest in real estate in the history of the US. Our guest for today is Mar...
E92 - MM - Does Being Born Rich Result In Spoiled Children?
April 29, 2019 17:53 - 7 minutes - 3.46 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses legacy wealth and the importance of creating a family plan. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at [email protected]
E91 - Low Unemployment + Low Interest Rates = Low Home Sales? - w/Bruce Norris
April 24, 2019 17:47 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBPaying attention to the economics of the business is extremely important because even if you have a stable real estate business and an investment thesis that makes sense, the market can blindside you. Many people got completely devastated during 2008, even though they made money for decades beforehand. While this economic expansion may go on for a while, eventually there is going to be a correction, so being prepared and knowledgable beforehand can protect you and your assets. Our guest fo...
E90 - MM - Can Charisma Be Learned?
April 22, 2019 18:26 - 7 minutes - 3.66 MBIn this Monday Minutes episode, Hunter discusses the book "The Charisma Myth" by Olivia Fox Cabane, and how you can learn to be charismatic. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at: [email protected]
E89 - Unlocking Family Office Capital: How to Raise Money from Billionaires
April 17, 2019 17:38 - 48 minutes - 22.4 MBFamily offices are firms that serve the ultra-high net worth investors such as centimillionaires and billionaires. While many people would be over the moon after receiving a $1mm check after hours of negotiations and meetings, those same individuals from family offices wouldn't even show up for such a low amount. In fact, a similar meeting for a family office would leave them in control of an additional $500mm in equity or more. How exactly does the family office business model work? Our g...
E88 - MM - Why Diversified Risk Profiles Are Critical When Building A Portfolio
April 15, 2019 17:58 - 4 minutes - 2.38 MBIn this Monday Minute episode of the Cash Flow Connections podcast, Hunter discusses achieving two goals, cash-flow and value-add creation that will boost the IRR profile. Interested in investing with Hunter? Visit asymcapital.com Email us at: [email protected]
E87 - What Does $5mm of Research Say About the Self-Storage Market?
April 10, 2019 17:49 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBNumerous things have made this real estate cycle interesting and unique, but one of the most compelling stories over the last 10 years has been the self-storage sector. This asset class is relatively new, but its popularity continues to grow as an investment vehicle since it has proven permanent due to the fantastic price appreciation it has experienced since the Great Recession. Self-storage and mobile home parks have experienced more same-store NOI growth than any other asset class. There...
E86 - How to Achieve the Mindset of a Multi-Family Millionaire
April 03, 2019 17:30 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBEach person has their own reasons for motivation and they may be dramatically different from one another. There's a good chance that your colleague, friend, or family member has a much different motivating factor than you that gets them up in the morning, and keeps them going. What makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning? What motivates you to put in that extra 20%? Our guest for today is Rod Khleif who is a passionate real estate investor who has personally owned and managed ov...
E85 - Yield Curve Inversions and What They Mean for Real Estate
March 27, 2019 17:43 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBOne of the most accurate predictors of a recession is the yield curve, which is why so many people keep an eye on it. However, there is much more to unpack than simply watching the spread between the 10 and the 2. Our guest for today is Ali Wolf who is the Director of Economic Research for Meyers Research. As head of the Economics Department, Ali manages and analyzes the content for the firm, provides data analytics, runs special research projects, and does presentations across the country...
E84 - Gerald Celente's Predictions on Trade Wars, Stocks, Real Estate, and Gold
March 20, 2019 17:42 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBNot having the ability to predict the future makes it extremely challenging when it comes to investing because you never know what the next black swan event will be. Since there are so many potential challenges in the economy that could cause a recession, accurate predictions can be almost impossible. Due to the division of labor, most people are only focused on one sector of the economy and may be completely oblivious to the changes happening in numerous other industries. Having a broad ran...
E83 - Is There An Untapped Investment Opportunity In Industrial Parks?
March 13, 2019 17:47 - 47 minutes - 22 MBPrivate equity groups and accredited investors have been looking everywhere for returns, even outside of their typical comfort zone. Many groups are seeking less competitive asset classes that can cause huge success, even if they are not well versed in the particular sector. Back in 2013, our guest saw some extremely bullish trends taking place in the industrial sector which led to his belief that they are well-positioned as more and more groups move outside of their comfort zone. Our gues...
E82 - What Do Rising Interest Rates Actually Mean for Cap Rates?
March 06, 2019 18:51 - 43 minutes - 20 MBWe all know that when interest rates go up, borrowing money becomes more expensive. This also has a profound effect on properties, because the more expensive borrowing becomes, the less debt the property can substantiate, in turn decreasing the property value. As those property values decline, cap rates will continue to climb, meaning that as interest rates rise, cap rates increase as well. What do those rising interest rates actually mean for real estate investors? Our guest for today is ...
E81 - How To Make Your Business Run Like Clockwork with Mike Michalowicz
February 27, 2019 18:38 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBEntrepreneurs are known for their hustle and commitment to "the grind". Due to the tremendous amount of work on their plate, they tend to work all the time and never really stop. Many people exchanged working 40 hours a week at a reliable job to working 70 hours per week on their own business. Not only are the prolonged hours an issue, but the stresses of owning a business can take a toll on many people. Why are so many people living in what our guest calls "entrepreneurial poverty"? Is ther...
E80 - Where's The Opportunity for SFR Investors In Today's Market?
February 20, 2019 18:39 - 51 minutes - 23.9 MBWhen it comes to passive investing the most popular avenue for investors is single-family houses. The amount of data that is publically available is so vast it makes the markets much easier to track, properties easier to comp, and the purchase prices are lowering, meaning you can control an entire property without emptying out your E-trade Account. While home ownership is trending down, there has been a substantial price run-up in every type of real estate and many single-family markets are ...
E79 - Are San Francisco Real Estate Prices About To Fall Off A Cliff?
February 13, 2019 18:45 - 56 minutes - 26.2 MBMany people have been wondering what is going on with the San Francisco real estate market, and there's a good chance you are too. San Francisco prices have peaked, and normally the more significant the parabolic shift to the upside, the more catastrophic the downside is. Many data points are suggesting that the San Francisco market is slowing, but what does that mean? Our guest for today is Robert Campbell who is the author of The Real Estate Timing Letter, which is a quarterly report tha...
E78 - How You Can Leverage Technology With Your Real Estate Business
February 06, 2019 18:46 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBIt's no surprise that technological advances have changed our world and the way we live. Although, over the last 20 years technology has disrupted a great deal of business and even entire sectors of the economy, including real estate. Due to these changes, we now have the MLS which is a website that hosts all of the current real estate listings from all over the United States and makes them viewable to every realtor in the US. Prior to the MLS website, listings were kept on an offline ledger...
E77 - How Ted Benna Invented the 401k
January 30, 2019 18:39 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBWhile coming into 2019, take a look at all the previous inventions and technology that has made present life as it is. Could you recall who invented most of these modern features? You probably couldn't, due to the overwhelming amount of inventors that have contributed beneficial innovations throughout the centuries. One of these inventions you may use through your employer is the 401(k) plan. The 401(k) has become the United States's most popular retirement vehicle with more than $15 trillio...
E76 - Why Jim Rogers Thinks the Next Crash Will Be Worse Than 2008
January 23, 2019 18:55 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBMany people are willing to make claims about the financial markets, but if they actually manage a fund, you can see that some of the claims they make don't actually line up with their behavior in terms of the investments that they are making. This is not the case with our guest for today. Back in 2007, he went on CNBC at the peak of the US housing bubble and spoke about how he was selling his New York property and moving to Singapore because he saw that a crash was going to happen, and it di...
E75 - What Does GDP Tell Us About the State of the Economy
January 16, 2019 18:44 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MBThere are several data points that make up the GDP and from this data, we can imply a significant amount about our economic outlook. If you keep up with economic blogs or follow the market, you are aware that for the first time in 10 years things are starting to shift. We are seeing GDP growth numbers coming down on a quarterly basis, late in the cycle. We are going to discuss what those shifts look like and what they imply for the economy and investors. You may be asking yourself, "How expo...
Bonus Episode - 2018 Highlights, 2019 Outlook, and Having Fun at VO2 Max
January 09, 2019 18:48 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBAs 2018 comes to a close and we embark on 2019, I believe it is important to not only go over the highlights of this past year but also provide my outlook for 2019. Starting out, I want to give a big thank you to all of you. We have been able to purchase about $45mm of CRE in 2018, and a vast majority of that equity was invested by the listeners of the program. This has allowed us to bring on some key team members including my assistant Nicole Olson, and our Marketing Manager, Adam Carswell....
E73 - Developing Class-A Apartment Units in Austin, Texas
January 02, 2019 18:44 - 43 minutes - 60 MBIf you've been paying attention to the real estate sector as a whole, you're most likely aware that Austin, Texas has been one of the hottest, if not the hottest, market in the United States for the last 10 years or so. They have had never before seen price increases, as well as tens of thousands of apartment units coming online simultaneously, and that doesn't look like it will be slowing down anytime soon. This may leave you questioning whether or not the market will become over-saturated ...
E74 - Are Series LLCs the Asset Protection Strategy of the Future?
December 26, 2018 18:44 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBThe complexity involving investments becomes greater with each active investment an individual has. This is primarily due to tax laws and the need to file tax returns for each investment. A new strategy is beginning to emerge that can dramatically reduce the difficulty of filling tax returns on your investments. This concept is known as a Series LLC and it will allow you to take all of your investments and merge them into one LLC, which will allow you to file a single tax return instead of ...
E72 - Achieving Parabolic Growth Through Masterminding
December 19, 2018 18:45 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBYears ago, many companies were offering real estate coaching for exorbitant amounts that many people couldn't afford, or did not desire to pay. Some of these coaching programs hit $100,000, and others surpassed this appalling amount. Many individuals who took these coaching sessions got swindled due to the fact that a lot of the coaches had less functional real estate experience than the people they were teaching. Now that many people have shared their negative experiences regarding these pr...
E71 - Creating Systems To Acquire Assets From 5000 Miles Away
December 12, 2018 18:54 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBSome of the best strides individuals have made in their career happen during a "sink or swim" period when they are forced to take urgent actions while in a particular situation. The steps that are taken during these periods tend to create significant results. When it comes to investing, this same "sink or swim" mentality can open up many doors that you may have not thought possible. Our guest for today is a prime example of the success that can follow a crucial decision made during a pivotal...
E70 - How To Avoid Cognitive Biases When Making Investment Decisions
December 05, 2018 19:02 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBEverybody has an inner voice that either consciously, or subconsciously, affects our judgment and decision making. When it comes to investors, this internal voice can become very deep seeded in our thought processes and can become hard to identify, leading to poor decision making. This phenomenon is called cognitive bias and it affects each person to some degree. Learning how to avoid cognitive biases can allow you to make better investment decisions which lead to a more secure and favorable...
E69 - Macroeconomic Outlook From A Former IMF Consultant
November 28, 2018 18:48 - 59 minutes - 82.4 MBNobody can predict the future with 100% accuracy even though many may try. Since the future of the economy and housing market are not set in stone, a multitude of investors can find themselves feeling apprehensive. Changes in the economy can lead to substantial gains or devastating losses that can have a drastic impact on investors. While no one can see the future, learning about trends and speaking to other knowledgeable individuals is important to get a glimpse of what the future may hold....
E68 - What you Need To Know About The 2018 Tax Bill
November 21, 2018 18:47 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBTaxes are one thing that nobody can avoid, although many people do not fully understand the tax laws in place. Recently, there have been some important updates to the tax laws due to the 2018 Trump Tax Bill. As an investor, it is crucial to understand these laws in order to reap the maximum benefits. As your investment situation becomes more complicated, it may be beneficial for you to invest in an educated tax expert who specializes in real estate investments. CPA's may give you sticker sho...
E67 - He Left Australia Six Years Ago Now He Controls $70 Million of Real Estate
November 07, 2018 18:53 - 53 minutes - 122 MBInvesting can be worrisome, exciting, and gratifying simultaneously, yet the fear of failure may restrain numerous individuals. With each investment comes risk, even more so if you don't have adequate resources or a secure network. Even if these challenges are present, it does not ultimately mean failure in the investment world. Our guest for today is a leading exemplar in how to overcome obstacles and become a successful investor despite having limited funds and no network to rely on. Our...
E66 - Creating And Nurturing Relationships With People Of Influence
October 31, 2018 19:48 - 56 minutes - 129 MBBehind every conversation that has occurred and that will in the future is one underlying theme, relationships. Besides having an amiable disposition, being at the right place at the right time can also lead to many relationships. Although, when neglected, your connections with others can begin to falter and eventually vanish. Taking specific actions on a regular basis can help these connections thrive, which in turn helps you professionally and personally. Our guests for today are Ryan an...
E65 - What To Watch Out For When Reading The Legal Documents
October 24, 2018 17:55 - 47 minutes - 108 MBFor most people, their least favorite part of the investment process is reading the legal documents. There are a couple of provisions in the legal documents where there can be a significant variance between what is typically done, what is investor-favorable and what is inappropriate. Individuals tend to have different perspectives as to what should be focused on in these legal documents as well as what to expect. Above all, it is critical to read these documents, especially if something goes...
E64 - Why Should You Consider Using Wyoming For Your Next LLC
October 17, 2018 17:42 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBEvery state has different laws that determine what you can and cannot do. When it comes to asset protection, knowing the differences can cause you to keep your fortune or completely lose it. Even though there are many states to choose from, many deals use Delaware LLCs due to their proficiency in asset protection. Even though it is not commonly thought of, Wyoming is our guest's state preference for asset protection. Our guest for today is Garrett Sutton who is a nationally acclaimed corp...
E63 - How FIBI Networked Their Way To Networth
October 10, 2018 17:59 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MB[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"] [et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] Today's episode is a bit different from the others, but is also very special. We are joined by several of the owners of For Investors by Investors (FIBI) to discuss more about FIBI and networking. Networking is an important factor of any experienced investor because without a solid network, you're on your own. Our guests for today are the owners of FIBI, Jeremy...
E62 - How To Avoid Six Figure Mistakes and Generate More Passive Cashflow
October 03, 2018 17:45 - 50 minutes - 70 MBMistakes happen, especially when you are just beginning in the investment world. The key to success is learning from them and adapting your strategies to maximize profit. Investment errors do not mean failure and do not signify defeat. Our guest is a very active real estate investor and syndicator, despite making virtually every investment mistake. Our guest for today is Buck Joffrey who is a surgeon turned serial entrepreneur, asset manager, and podcaster. He finished his surgical trainin...