Invest In the West

Energy Transformation in America - What is in store for us as we go green?

This episode of Invest In The West welcomes Lonny Hutchison, long-time HVAC contractor, geothermal specialist and energy efficiency guru! With over 30 years experience in the industry, Lonny gives you insight on the current standards in real estate and where the market is taking us. From tax incentives, source of our current energy and the standards of practice for developers and builders moving forward, Lonny gives context to what we're hearing as future benchmarks in energy consum...

The Wild West of the EV Battery Repurpose Revolution

Anthony Garbarino is the founder and CEO of Currents, a new company pioneering a marketplace for used EV batteries. Learn why this is important game changer for businesses nationwide and beyond.

Reboot: Lessons Learned During Covid & the Future

We are back! Matt and Nick recap times during covid, what they saw, what worked, what didn't, and where things are going in the market and with the podcast.

Invest In Real Estate Using Your Self-directed IRA

Did you know your retirement accounts can purchase real estate? One of the most valuable resources investors have is the use of their old 401K or IRA to purchase real estate. The process isn't that complicated and the returns can be much better than your managed investment accounts. In this episode of Invest In The West, Matt and Nicholas talk to Self-Directed IRA expert Tom Moore with IRA Advantage on the process and benefits of using retirement funds to buy real estate. If you are ...

2021 Economic Forecast - There is Life After COVID!

Uncertain about what 2021 will bring? No one has a crystal ball...certainly not Matt or Nicholas. But they got as close as they could on this episode and brought in Oregon State Economist and Willamette University Instructor, Josh Lehner! Hear what 2020 taught us and what is likely to unfold in 2021. How will your real estate portfolio perform? Should you buy or sell? Give this episode a listen and find out!

Entity Formation...Are You and Your Assets Protected?

One of the questions we all have is, "How do we protect what we have?" In this episode, Steve Bennett with Farleigh Wada Witt gives insight on entity formation and which may be best for you. At what point to do you form an entity and what does that entity provide as a benefit? Listen now and find out! If you have any questions or need clarification, send us a message or give us a call. As always, give us a like and tell a friend about our Invest in the West podcast!

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Investing in the Seattle Market (Interview Pre-covid)

Devin Easterlin, Attorney and Principal at SJA Property Management joins us to discuss the landscape of the Seattle rental market and surrounding suburbs. If you invest in the Seattle metro area, or are considering it, tune in to learn what investors are doing to stay ahead. This interview as record prior to the shelter-in-place order in Washington. Devin's Bio Devin graduated from college with degrees in Philosophy Pre-Law and Business, and then attended law school where he speci...

Is Affordable Housing Investing An Option For You?

Affordable housing seems daunting to investors unfamiliar with that asset class but Fred Dockweiler, the Managing Director of Affordable Housing at Berkadia breaks down the process and intricacies for us. The idea of providing housing to those less able to provide for themselves comes at a cost to taxpayers but provides benefits to those landlords willing to jump through the hoops and take on the process. Is this a great next move for you? If not now, when? Listen to this episode tod...

1031 Exchanges - Use Tax Dollars To Trade Up!

A 1031 Exchange is one of the most important tools investors have to build their portfolio. If you're looking to increase your portfolio and build wealth, avoiding taxes is a part of your strategy. Toija Beutler with Beutler Exchange is one of the leading 1031 professionals in the industry. In this episode you'll learn the basics, the pitfalls and the benefits of utilizing a 1031 Exchange to purchase a larger and more profitable property using what WOULD HAVE BEEN tax dollars. Give i...

Don't Get Burned....How To Vet And Hire The Right Contractor!

In this episode of Invest In The West, we're joined by Zach Howell, Founder of B.E.A.R Consulting Services. We'll discuss how you, as an investor, can protect yourself in any improvement project. From a single capital improvement to a full building remodel and stabilization project you'll learn some basic principals of selecting your qualified construction team. Zach's experience will shed light on the bid process, contract organization, payment structures and how to protect yourself...

Mobile Home Parks - Cash-flow in Affordable Housing!

Manufactured Housing Communities (Mobile Home Parks) are an asset class with a stigma. In this episode, Alex Cheng with Colliers International gives us insight on the market trends of this unique asset class. Who owns them, who is looking for them now and what to look for when you begin searching for a park yourself. Give this episode a listen and understand the appeal of investing in a Manufactured Housing Community.

Opportunity Zones - A beginner's guide to saving six-figures.

The 2017 IRS Tax Code changes opened up an investment strategy for real estate investors called Opportunity Zones. Isaac Jones from Perkins & Company, a leading accounting firm with a focus in real estate, joins the podcast today to go over the details of how investors are using the new code and investing in Opportunity Zones. Join us as we explore the benefits and opportunities created by these areas identified in each state!

Modular Construction Is the Future. Learn How MODSPDX Is Revolutionizing The Industry!

New Construction Improved....With Modular! In this episode Matt and Nick talk with Nathan Young from MODSPDX, one of the leading modular construction manufacturers in the country. Learn the benefits of modular construction for investors, tenants and the environment. Nathan unpacks the differences of construction types and delves into the details of modular construction. This episode will give you insight into new construction trends and place you ahead of the rest when understanding ...

Learn the In's and Out's of Investing in Multifamily like a Pro (Private Equity)

Today Sean Worl, Senior Broker at Colliers International joins us to discuss investing in multifamily buildings on the private capital side. He will discuss how to pick a broker, what to look for during due diligence and how he helps his clients navigate the marketplace. If you've ever thought about investing in apartments, you won't want to miss this episode.

Is the Boise, ID Market All Hype? A Local Expert Tells Us Why Investor Keep Coming.

Today we discuss the Boise, ID rental market with Andy Propst, the CEO of HomeRiver & President/Owner of Park Place Property Management. Andy is not only an expert on the local market, but he is an experienced investor who has earned several prestigious designations including, but not limited to a CCIM, CPM and MPM.  In this episode Andy discusses the rental market in Boise, ID and the surrounding areas. If you've ever considered investing in Boise, ID you won't want to miss this e...

Unreinforced Masonry Buildings (URM) - Pros, Cons and Legal Issues.

Maureen McNabb, President of Capital Property Management Services, Inc. joins us to discuss Unreinforced Masonry (URM) buildings, the pros, cons and the changes municipalities are trying to force owners to make.

Maximize Return and Boost ROI with Cost Segregation

Today we talk with one of the nations leading experts, Jonathan Frizzell, the Senior Director of Cost Segregation at CBRE on how he and his team are saving investors significant savings and boosting their ROI using cost segregation on investment properties. He has saved clients hundreds of thousands of dollars and he may be able to add profit to your bottom line as well.

Assistance Animals - Avoid Fair Housing Lawsuits with Proper Screening

Today we are talking to John Bradford, founder of PetScreening.com, to discuss tips for navigating the landscape of fair housing and assistance animals. John Bradford will explain how to screen them and introduce you to his ground breaking technology that professional property managers use.

Private Equity - A Play to Win Big in the West

We interview Farhan Mahmood, Director of Acquisitions for Trion Properties, on the pros and cons of several major real estate markets in the western United States. See how the pros do it and gain some insight on Farhan's process of identifying his projects and evaluating the potential returns.

Oregon Elections, Rent Control and What It Means for Investors

Matt and Nick discuss the latest political and legislative developments in Oregon. We discuss SB 608, Relocation and changes to end of tenancy notices. *This Podcast is time sensitive and content may have outdated information based on the time of listening by the audience.

Pilot - Introducing Invest In the West

Matt Williams and Nicholas Cook introduce themselves and the purpose behind Invest in the West. Learn why it is the first of it's kind.