Accelerated Investor Podcast

About the Guest(s): Corey Peterson is a seasoned real estate entrepreneur and the owner of Kahuna Investments. Known affectionately as the "Big Kahuna," Corey has built a portfolio that specializes in multifamily and student housing properties, spanning over seven states. With a diverse real estate investment portfolio, Corey believes in the power of affecting positive change in people's lives beyond generating profits. He has recently transitioned into vertically integrated property management, emphasizing company culture and operational efficiency within his investment approach. Episode Summary: In this invigorating episode of the Accelerated Real Estate Investor podcast, host Josh welcomes the dynamic Corey Peterson back to share his invaluable insights into managing a flourishing real estate venture during turbulent times. Corey provides a candid look into how recent economic shifts influenced his property management strategy and led him to take an integrated approach to his business. Following the warm exchange of greetings and updates, Corey delves into the recent market situation, their roller-coaster experience in the last few years, and the excitement surrounding their latest property acquisition through auction. He describes the strategic location of this acquisition and its benefits for student housing proximity to a college campus. Furthermore, Corey elaborates on his vertical integration move, the impact of people and company culture on his business, and his approach to inculcating his core values within his team. Key Takeaways: Vertical Integration: Corey Peterson has taken the bold step of vertical integration by taking over property management for his investments, believing this move aligns better with his goals and has greatly contributed to operational efficiency and organizational culture. Investment Strategy: Despite previously owning properties in various locations, Corey is now focused on growing his presence within the states he currently has investments, particularly within the student housing sector. Company Culture: Emphasizing people over profits, Corey discusses the importance of building a strong company culture and fostering the right team dynamics, highlighting how this leads to better business outcomes. Mitigating Expenses: By managing properties in-house, Corey has significantly cut costs on property turnover, citing an example of how self-management saved him over $200,000 compared to third-party management costs. Market Outlook: With economic factors currently priced into the market, Corey sees opportunities for acquisition. He stresses the importance of cash flow and believes that if a deal pencils out now, it sets up for potentially even better returns in the future. Notable Quotes: "Making a difference in people's lives. Now, that gets me juiced." "Their Google-ness has to be strong in our company… because we're not looking for robots here." "Making money is no longer… I don't care about that part." "We're trying to become a company of systems and solutions that ultimately is going to help us get there faster." "I'm buying for cash flow today. I will always be a cash flow investor." Resources: Corey Peterson's book "Trust but Verify: Passive Investors Guide to Valuing Real Estate Syndicators" To receive Corey's book for free: Text 'book' to 480-500-1127 Corey Peterson's company: Kahuna Investments (www.kahunainvestments.com) Apply for coaching here https://bit.ly/2N7ivRm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com ************************************ STRATEGIC REAL ESTATE COACH is dedicated to giving real estate investors and agents the best, most up to date resources, training, tools, techniques, tips, videos, news, interviews and insider information on today's best strategies and techniques for real estate investing in today's troubled market. This includes marketing for motivated seller leads, wholesaling, rehabs, rentals, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, REO's, short sales, raising funding and financing, asset protection, internet marketing, real estate investing for beginners, and much much more, including teaching how to make money in real estate and how to become a real estate investor.

Josh: A seasoned multifamily real estate investor and the host of the Forever Passive Income Maverick Mastermind, Partnering, and Coaching Program and Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast. With decades of experience in the industry, Josh has successfully invested in numerous multifamily properties and has a deep understanding of the ins and outs of the market. Episode Summary:In this episode, Josh Cantwell discusses the importance of building a strong network of professionals in the real estate industry. He emphasizes the need to connect with commercial real estate brokers, CPAs, property management companies, contractors, and other key players in order to succeed in the business. Josh shares his own experiences and provides valuable insights on how to find and network with these professionals. He also highlights the significance of scale and the importance of raising capital to expand one's real estate portfolio. Key Takeaways:Building a network of real estate professionals, including brokers, CPAs, property management companies, and contractors, is crucial for success in the industry.Commercial real estate brokers are key players in finding deals and analyzing markets. Networking with them can provide valuable insights and opportunities.CPAs and accountants specializing in real estate accounting are essential for tax planning and managing finances in the industry.Property management companies play a vital role in managing properties, handling tenant issues, and providing valuable insights on market trends.Contractors are necessary for property renovations and maintenance. Finding reliable and skilled contractors is essential for successful real estate projects. Notable Quotes: "The real estate brokers all know each other. And you know what? In the commercial world, because there's a lot less deals and the deals are so much bigger. The real estate brokers all know each." - Josh Cantwell "Your CPA should do tax planning. So as you get into Q four right now, it's September. So when you get into October, your CPA better be calling you and suggesting that you have a year-end tax planning meeting." - Josh Cantwell "The property management companies are already aligned with the real estate attorneys that can do all the notices that can do all the evictions." - Josh Cantwell Resources: Apply for coaching here https://bit.ly/2N7ivRm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo?sub_confirmation=1

Episode Summary: In this episode, Josh discusses the nine commandments of multifamily investing and the eight ways to get paid from multifamily deals. He emphasizes the importance of investing for immediate cash flow and highlights the concept of the "promote" in syndication deals. Josh also shares insights on securing long-term debt, having adequate cash reserves, and the significance of location in real estate investments. He concludes by stressing the need for multiple exit strategies and always getting paid when buying a property. Key Takeaways: Invest for immediate cash flow, focusing on generating income in the present rather than relying solely on long-term appreciation. Be all in for 70% of the future value of the property to ensure a favorable return on investment. Secure long-term debt with minimal prepayment penalties to avoid potential financial risks. Maintain adequate cash reserves to cover expenses and unforeseen circumstances. Partner with experienced operators to increase the chances of success and navigate complex deals. Choose locations in the Midwest, South, and Southeast for stable and landlord-friendly markets. Have multiple exit strategies to adapt to changing market conditions and maximize returns. Always negotiate an acquisition fee to compensate for the time and effort spent on finding and analyzing deals. Notable Quotes: "Invest for immediate cash flow. Make sure you know when your deal will cash flow." "Be all in for 70% of the future value. That's the sweet spot." "Secure long-term debt with minimal prepayment penalties. You want to keep that loan on your books." "Have adequate cash reserves. You want to have six months' worth of expenses in reserve." "Partner with experienced operators. They can help you win deals and navigate complex transactions." "Choose locations wisely. The Midwest, South, and Southeast offer stable and landlord-friendly markets." "Have multiple exit strategies. Don't rely on just one plan." "Always negotiate an acquisition fee. You deserve to be compensated for finding a good deal." Resources: Maverick Multifamily Mastermind Forever Passive Income Podcast

About the Guest(s): Taylor Loat is a real estate investor and educator who specializes in teaching busy professionals how to build passive wealth through real estate investments. With over $250,000,000 in commercial real estate experience, Taylor focuses on self-storage and multifamily investments. He is based in Virginia and has a strong track record in the industry. Episode Summary: In this episode, host Josh invites Taylor Loat to discuss passive real estate investing and strategies for success in the current market. They delve into the state of the market, the impact of rising interest rates, and the potential for distressed transactions in the multifamily space. Taylor emphasizes the importance of focusing on what can be controlled, such as building relationships and maintaining a strong network. He also shares his personal investment strategies and preferences, including investing in B to B+ class multifamily properties and major markets like Dallas and Houston. The conversation highlights the significance of realistic underwriting, responsive investor relations, and aligning interests with sponsors. Taylor also touches on the benefits of his passion project, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and how it contributes to his overall success. Key Takeaways: The market conditions may fluctuate, but experienced real estate investors focus on building relationships and maintaining their business foundation. Investing in major markets like Dallas and Houston can provide stability and favorable landlord-tenant laws. Sponsors' track records and experience in the market are crucial factors to consider when evaluating investment opportunities. Unresponsive investor relations and unrealistic update or upgrade time frames can be red flags for passive investors. Unrealistically high return projections and unreasonable sponsor compensation should be carefully evaluated to ensure alignment of interests. Notable Quotes: "Newbies oftentimes remain newbies and don't do deals because they're looking for a reason to sit on the sidelines and not take actions that they can take." - Taylor Loat "The tenant experience is really what is going to always drive your success in multifamily." - Taylor Loat Resources: Taylor Loat's website The Passive Wealth Strategy Show Listen to the full episode [here](insert link) for more insights and valuable information on passive real estate investing and multifamily strategies in today's market. Stay tuned for future episodes of Accelerated Real Estate Investor for more expert interviews and industry updates. Apply for Coaching: https://joshcantwellcoaching.com Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com ************************************ STRATEGIC REAL ESTATE COACH is dedicated to giving real estate investors and agents the best, most up to date resources, training, tools, techniques, tips, videos, news, interviews and insider information on today's best strategies and techniques for real estate investing in today's troubled market. This includes marketing for motivated seller leads, wholesaling, rehabs, rentals, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, REO's, short sales, raising funding and financing, asset protection, internet marketing, real estate investing for beginners, and much much more, including teaching how to make money in real estate and how to become a real estate investor.

About the Guest(s): Marcos Martinez is a real estate investor and co-founder of Westiron Capital. With over eight years of experience in the industry, Marcos has successfully transitioned from wholesaling to apartment building syndication. He is passionate about creating passive income and helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. Marcos is also the head of Westiron Construction, where he oversees the capex side of projects in the Denver metro area. He is known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to building meaningful relationships within the industry. Episode Summary: In this episode, Marcos Martinez shares his real estate journey and how he transitioned from wholesaling to apartment building syndication. He discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people and the impact of joining a mastermind group. Marcos also highlights the key qualities that attracted him to Josh Cantwell's leadership team and the value he has gained from being a part of the Forever Passive Income Maverick Mastermind. He provides insights into his current projects and partnerships, including his role as the Director of Acquisitions for CPI Capital. Marcos emphasizes the significance of patience, grace, and building passive income for long-term success in real estate investing. Key Takeaways: Marcos Martinez's real estate journey began with the intention of opening a restaurant, but a conversation with a childhood friend led him to discover wholesaling real estate. He joined Josh Cantwell's Forever Passive Income Maverick Mastermind in 2020 and has formed valuable relationships within the group. Marcos emphasizes the importance of patience, grace, and trust in the real estate investing journey, especially during challenging times. He is currently focused on acquiring apartment buildings in Florida, Colorado, and other Sunbelt states through Westiron Capital and CPI Capital. Marcos encourages investors to read books that promote personal growth and mindset development, such as "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle and "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey. Notable Quotes: "Patience and grace are essential in real estate investing. Don't give up right away, but stay within it and be around the right people." - Marcos Martinez "Surround yourself with the right people, whether it's through a mastermind group or finding one person who is living the life you want to live." - Marcos Martinez "Josh Cantwell is 100% real and down to earth. He shares his testimony and has high values, making him a great leader in the industry." - Marcos Martinez Resources: Westiron Capital: westironcapital.com Westiron Construction: westironconstruction.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com

In this episode, Josh discusses the different types of apartment syndications, focusing on value-add properties. He explains that value-add deals involve buildings that are not fully stabilized and have rents below market value. These properties require cosmetic updates, such as painting and flooring, but do not require major structural work. Josh emphasizes that value-add properties are typically located in B and C class markets, which offer great potential for growth. He also briefly touches on turnkey cash flow deals, which are properties that are already at market value and do not require significant renovations. Lastly, he mentions deep construction or distressed properties, which are not recommended for newer investors due to the high level of renovation and the need for bridge financing. Value-add properties are buildings that are not fully stabilized and have rents below market value. These properties require cosmetic updates, such as painting and flooring, but do not require major structural work. Notable Quotes: Value-add properties are typically located in B and C class markets, which offer great potential for growth. Turnkey cash flow deals are properties that are already at market value and do not require significant renovations. Deep construction or distressed properties require extensive renovations and are not recommended for newer investors. "Value add means the building is not stabilized, the rents are below market value, and it needs just cosmetic updates." - Josh "Turnkey cash flow deals are great if you have a 1031 exchange or limited partners with a longer time horizon." - Josh "Deep construction or distressed properties require a highly capable contractor and bridge financing." - Josh Josh's Website Fannie Mae Freddie Mac HUD Key Takeaways:Notable Quotes:Resources:

Tony Gillingham is a seasoned real estate investor with over 35 years of experience in the industry. He started his journey in 1986 when he obtained his real estate license and began buying duplexes and single-family homes. Over the years, Tony built a portfolio of properties, including a 14-unit townhouse complex in Mylan, Ohio. He is also the owner of a trailer park and several duplexes and single-family homes. Tony joined Josh Cantwell's mastermind program in 2021, which has helped him expand his real estate knowledge and achieve even greater success in the industry. Episode Summary: In this episode, Tony Gillingham shares his real estate journey and how he found success in the industry. He discusses his early experiences buying duplexes and single-family homes, as well as his transition to larger multifamily properties. Tony explains how he came across Josh Cantwell and joined his mastermind program, which has been instrumental in his growth as a real estate investor. He highlights the importance of mentorship and the support he has received from Josh and the program's community. Tony also talks about his current projects, including a 38-unit townhouse complex and a trailer park, and shares his plans for the future. Key Takeaways: Tony Gillingham started his real estate journey in 1986 by buying duplexes and single-family homes. He transitioned to larger multifamily properties after attending a meeting where Josh Cantwell was a keynote speaker. Joining Josh Cantwell's mastermind program has provided Tony with valuable mentorship and a supportive community of like-minded investors. Tony emphasizes the importance of having a can-do attitude and believing in oneself when pursuing real estate investments. He recommends reading "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki and listening to podcasts like Jake and Gino and BiggerPockets for additional real estate education. Notable Quotes: "You try to figure this out on your own, you make one mistake, and your whole life savings is gone. Anyways, since being there, I bought a 38-unit townhouse complex right here in my hometown of Huron, Ohio, and I am in the process of turning that right now." - Tony Gillingham "He teaches you everything, and it's raw. I mean, he will give you information you will not get anywhere else. He'll hold you to it. He wants accountability because you are him, not just Josh all. It's the whole group." - Tony Gillingham Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com ************************************ STRATEGIC REAL ESTATE COACH is dedicated to giving real estate investors and agents the best, most up to date resources, training, tools, techniques, tips, videos, news, interviews and insider information on today's best strategies and techniques for real estate investing in today's troubled market. This includes marketing for motivated seller leads, wholesaling, rehabs, rentals, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, REO's, short sales, raising funding and financing, asset protection, internet marketing, real estate investing for beginners, and much much more, including teaching how to make money in real estate and how to become a real estate investor.

About the Guest(s): Brian Davis is a real estate investor and entrepreneur. He is the founder of Spark Rental, a website that provides resources and education for real estate investors. Brian has a background in real estate investing and has experience in both residential and commercial properties. He is also the creator of an investment club that allows individuals to pool their money and invest in real estate syndication projects. Episode Summary: In this episode, Josh interviews Brian Davis, a real estate investor and founder of Spark Rental. Brian shares his personal journey as an investor and discusses his transition from active investing to passive investing. He also talks about his investment club, which allows individuals to invest in real estate syndication projects with smaller amounts of money. Brian emphasizes the importance of diversification and conservative underwriting when selecting sponsors to invest with. He also provides insights into his lifestyle as an entrepreneur living overseas and offers advice on designing an ideal life based on individual priorities. Key Takeaways: Brian Davis transitioned from active real estate investing to passive investing when he moved overseas. He founded an investment club that allows individuals to invest in real estate syndication projects with smaller amounts of money. The investment club focuses on diversification and invests in various types of properties across different geographical areas. When selecting sponsors to invest with, the investment club looks for a track record of success and conservative underwriting. Brian emphasizes the importance of designing an ideal life based on individual priorities and being intentional about lifestyle choices. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strategic-real-estate-investor/id570750792?mt=2 Like our page on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com

About the Guest(s): Pete Turner is a real estate investor and retired military serviceman. He developed an interest in real estate at a young age but put it on hold due to his partner's reservations. Years later, after retiring from the military, Pete purchased a four-unit townhouse in Rhode Island, which replaced his national guard income. This success sparked his passion for real estate, and he continued to invest in properties. Pete met his current wife, Katrina, at a real estate investment seminar in Rhode Island, and they now operate Capital Turners together. In this episode, Pete Turner shares his real estate journey and how he found success in the industry. He discusses his initial interest in real estate, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal moment when he closed on a property on the same day as his retirement from the military. Pete emphasizes the importance of taking action and shares his experience with Josh's coaching program. He highlights the value of attending calls, participating in challenges, and utilizing the program's documentation. Pete also offers advice for those considering joining the program and shares his top book recommendations for mindset and goal-setting. Key Take aways: Pete Turner's real estate journey began with an interest in investing at a young age, but he put it on hold due to his partner's reservations. After retiring from the military, Pete purchased a four-unit townhouse in Rhode Island, which replaced his national guard income and sparked his passion for real estate. Pete and his wife, Katrina, operate Capital Turners together and have invested in traditional multifamily properties. Pete found Josh's coaching program through the podcast and was drawn to the engaging content, success stories, and the opportunity to participate as a couple. Taking action is crucial in real estate investing, and Pete encourages participants to attend calls, complete challenges, and utilize the program's documentation. "Success leaves clues. Josh's program and all the documentation make it very easy to repeat success." - Pete Turner "If you want to take some action and you want some actionable steps and you want to be around people doing it, then join the program." - Pete Turner Episode Summary:Key Takeaways:Notable Quotes:Resources:Capital Turners website: capitalturners.com

About the Guest(s):​Bruce is a seasoned real estate investor with over 13 years of experience in the industry. He is the co-founder of Cypress Venture Group, a real estate investment company based in Akron, Ohio. Bruce started his real estate journey in 2009 during the housing market crash and has since built a portfolio of rental properties. He partnered with his business partner, Cos Vasillatos, in 2018 to expand their real estate ventures. Bruce and Cos have diversified their investments by venturing into multifamily properties and storage facilities. With a focus on the northeast Ohio region, Bruce and his team are constantly looking for new opportunities to grow their portfolio.​ Episode Summary:​In this episode of the Accelerated Real Estate Investment podcast, Bruce shares his real estate journey and how he transitioned from single-family properties to multifamily and storage facilities. He discusses the importance of having a business partner and the value of joining a mastermind program like the one led by Josh Cantwell. Bruce emphasizes the need for networking, creating a website, and utilizing social media platforms to expand one's reach in the real estate industry. He also highlights the significance of continuous learning and staying up-to-date with market trends. ​ Key Takeaways:​- Partnering with someone who complements your skills and expertise is crucial in real estate investing.- Joining a mastermind program can provide valuable education, networking opportunities, and accountability.- Building a strong online presence through a website and social media platforms is essential for attracting investors and expanding one's network.- Networking and attending meetups can lead to valuable connections and potential investment opportunities.- Continuous learning and staying informed about market trends are key to success in the real estate industry.​ Notable Quotes:​- "You need a partner. This is not a solo operation. I could never do a 66-unit apartment building on my own without Kaz. I know Kaz couldn't do it without me. So you need partners." - Bruce- "Listen to your partners, and if you join the group, listen to what Josh is saying. We've been with Josh for two and a half years, and I think we're always learning something new." - Bruce- "Get a website, join a meetup group, or start your own meetup group. That's super important. Network, network, network. Call all your friends." - Resources:​- Cypress Venture Group - [Website](https://www.cypressventuregroup.com/)-

Key Takeaways: Building a successful customer acquisition funnel requires a well-rounded approach, including top-of-funnel awareness, middle-of-funnel engagement, and bottom-of-funnel conversion. Many businesses make the mistake of focusing solely on customer acquisition without considering the importance of upselling and nurturing relationships with existing customers. Utilizing AI technology in marketing can provide significant advantages, such as anonymous email retargeting and personalized direct mail campaigns. The Importance of a Full Funnel Approach: In today's rapidly changing marketing landscape, it's crucial for businesses to adopt a full funnel approach to customer acquisition. This means focusing not only on top-of-funnel awareness but also on middle-of-funnel engagement and bottom-of-funnel conversion. Josh and Mike discuss the common mistakes businesses make when it comes to building their customer acquisition funnels. Mike shares an example of a skincare coach who was successful in customer acquisition but lacked a back-end offering. This resulted in a decline in profitability as the cost of acquisition increased. On the other hand, Josh highlights his own experience of focusing primarily on high-end programs, neglecting the need for lower-priced products to attract a wider range of customers. To address these issues, businesses should consider offering a variety of products and programs at different price points to cater to different customer segments. This allows customers to enter the business at their comfort level and gradually move up the ladder as they build trust and confidence in the brand. Leveraging AI in Marketing: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the marketing industry, offering new opportunities for businesses to streamline their processes and improve customer experiences. Mike and Josh discuss the potential of AI in marketing and how it can be utilized to enhance various aspects of a business. One AI tool that Mike recommends is OpenSend, which enables anonymous email retargeting. This tool captures the email addresses of website visitors who did not provide their contact information and allows businesses to send targeted emails to these individuals. While this approach may seem aggressive, it can be effective in converting potential customers who have shown interest in a product or service. Another AI tool discussed is PostPilot, which leverages direct mail to engage with customers. This tool can send personalized postcards to website visitors, even if they did not provide their contact information. By combining digital and physical marketing channels, businesses can stand out in a crowded marketplace and increase their chances of conversion. Embracing the Future of Marketing: As AI continues to advance, businesses must adapt and embrace these technologies to stay competitive. While there may be concerns about the impact of AI on jobs and authenticity, it is essential to recognize the potential benefits it can bring to marketing strategies. By leveraging AI tools like OpenSend and PostPilot, businesses can enhance their customer acquisition efforts and provide personalized experiences to potential customers. However, it is crucial to strike a balance between automation and human touch, ensuring that customers still feel valued and connected to the brand. In conclusion, building a successful customer acquisition funnel requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses all stages of the customer journey. By offering a range of products and programs, leveraging AI technologies, and maintaining a human touch, businesses can optimize their marketing strategies and drive long-term success.

About The Guest: Darren Blumquist is the VP of Market Economics at auction.com. He is an expert in real estate market trends and provides valuable insights into the state of the economy and real estate investing. Summary: Darren Blumquist joins host Josh Cantwell to discuss the current state of the economy and real estate investing. They highlight some key statistics, including the lowest affordability for single-family home purchases since 1985, the lowest inventory ever recorded, and rising home prices. They also discuss the challenges faced by home builders due to the high cost of construction materials. Darren emphasizes the need for a correction in home prices to address the affordability issue. They also touch on the potential risks of a recession and the impact of buyer behavior on the auction.com platform. Key Takeaways: • Affordability for single-family home purchases is at its lowest level since 1985. • Inventory is at its lowest point ever, with a 40% decline since 2017. • Home prices have been rising due to the lack of supply. • The cost of construction materials is making it difficult for builders to deliver new homes and apartments. • The Federal Reserve's policies are pushing the market towards a breaking point. • Home prices may need to drop, interest rates may need to decrease, or incomes may need to rise to address the affordability issue. • The risk of a recession is high, with the yield curve inverted and other potential triggers. • Buyer behavior on the auction.com platform has become more conservative, with a focus on adding value through renovations. Quotes: • "We're in a market where something needs to break." - Darren Blumquist • "The most obvious path out of this is for prices to correct." - Darren Blumquist • "The distressed market is a little bit more insulated from the retail market." - Darren Blumquist

About The Guest(s): Liz Faircloth is a real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience. She is the co-founder of the DeRosa Group, a real estate investment firm with a $130 million portfolio. Liz is also the co-founder of The Real Estate InvestHER, a community and platform that empowers women to live financially free on their own terms. Summary: Liz Faircloth discusses the current state of the real estate market and economy, specifically in relation to commercial real estate investing. She emphasizes the importance of creative financing strategies and negotiation of terms in order to navigate the challenges of higher interest rates and inflated sale prices. Liz shares her own experiences and pivots in her real estate investing journey, highlighting the need to focus on one's strengths and adapt to changing market conditions. She also discusses the unique challenges and opportunities for women in the industry and the importance of building a supportive community. Key Takeaways: Creative financing strategies and negotiation of terms are necessary in the current market. Women investors are shifting to being passive and lending money to each other. Women bring unique strengths to the table, such as trust in themselves and the ability to navigate uncertainty. Building a supportive community is crucial for women in real estate investing. Quotes: "There's always opportunity, and right now, I'll give you a couple of examples, even just from the active side." "Pivot has been like our middle name." "Women are masters at win-win negotiations." "Decision making can really hold people back because especially women, they just don't want to make the wrong decision." "The cure for depression, the cure for anxiety, the cure is self-care."

Tom Burns, a former orthopedic surgeon and physician for the US ski team, shares his journey to financial independence and offers advice on how others can achieve the same. He emphasizes the importance of investing for cash flow and building multiple streams of income. Tom also discusses his transition from medicine to real estate and the benefits of being financially independent. He encourages listeners to start small, gain education, and surround themselves with like-minded individuals. Tom shares his favorite books and thought leaders that have influenced his journey to financial independence. **Key Takeaways:** 1. Financial independence is about having assets that produce cash flow, not just a high income. 2. Start small and focus on cash flow when investing in real estate. 3. Passive income allows for more freedom and choice in life. 4. Surround yourself with people who are heading in the same direction or have achieved what you want to achieve. 5. Celebrate small wins and use active patience to compound your success. **Quotes:** - "Real wealth is having assets that produce cash flow." - Tom Burns - "You can have partial independence by taking care of part of your bills." - Tom Burns - "You can't learn your way to financial independence, you have to get in the game." - Tom Burns - "Start small, your mistakes will be small, but the lessons will be the same size." - Tom Burns - "Invest for cash flow, you can't eat equity." - Tom Burns

Josh Cantwell shares a powerful story about Lloyd Ball, a former Olympic volleyball player, and the lessons he learned from his journey. - Lloyd Ball faced multiple failures and setbacks before finally winning a gold medal at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. The key takeaways from this story are the importance of getting uncomfortable, dedicating time and effort to become an expert, and understanding that the impossible just takes a little longer. Key Takeaways: Get uncomfortable and do things that challenge you. Dedicate 4 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year to become an expert. The impossible just takes a little longer. Quotes: "The impossible just takes a little longer." "Get uncomfortable and do things that make you uncomfortable." "Dedicate 4 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year to achieve your goals." Get the full show notes by visiting https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.co...#calebjohnson #trialtotriumph #realestate Apply for coaching here https://bit.ly/2N7ivRm Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/SRECvideo... Subscribe to our Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/s... Like our page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/srecnow Visit our blog: http://www.strategicrealestatecoach.com ************************************ STRATEGIC REAL ESTATE COACH is dedicated to giving real estate investors and agents the best, most up to date resources, training, tools, techniques, tips, videos, news, interviews and insider information on today's best strategies and techniques for real estate investing in today's troubled market. This includes marketing for motivated seller leads, wholesaling, rehabs, rentals, foreclosures, pre-foreclosures, REO's, short sales, raising funding and financing, asset protection, internet marketing, real estate investing for beginners, and much much more, including teaching how to make money in real estate and how to become a real estate investor.

Most people will face personal and professional challenges at some point in their life. Whether it's an addiction, cancer, or even just bad luck, everyone has a story that isn't always told or known. And today, we're focusing on 4 traits that successful people all seem to have that have helped them not only survive but emerge on the other side with incredible careers and success. My guest today is Caleb Johnson. He's been an entrepreneur since he was 18; he's done five real estate multifamily syndications and is now a full-time real estate investor and business owner. He's also the host of From Trial to Triumph podcast, where he talks to people about the challenging times they've faced in life. With that in mind, Caleb joins me today for a wonderful conversation about the four traits that accelerate success in life and business: responsibility to others, giving, making decisions, and never quitting. If you're ready to make these traits your own–and find out how others have used them to make it through extraordinary circumstances–this episode is for you.  Key Takeaways with Caleb Johnson How Caleb went from being “sick and tired of being sick and tired” as an antisocial, troubled teen to finding joy and inspiration in life.  Why most successful entrepreneurs have been through some form of hell on earth to get to where they are now.  Why these four characteristics define so many people who survive challenges and emerge successful and triumphant on the other side.  The power of living in triumph and happiness and joy–no matter your circumstances. The dangers of settling for the comforts of the unknown when you need to push your life forward. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/383 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

In 2020, we were afraid to go anywhere. 2021 turned into the greatest year for real estate of all time. In 2022, we watched interest rates spiral out of control and dramatically shift the market, and we're now living in the wake of these major shifts, both positive and negative. So, what can we expect moving forward? To help answer that question, I'm talking to Neal Bawa. Neal is the founder of UGro and Grocapitus and known as the Mad Scientist of Multifamily with a $1B real estate portfolio and over 900 investors. Based in the Bay Area, he uses cutting edge analytics and tech tools to give himself–and his students–a powerful edge in the world of multifamily investing. In today's conversation, Neal and I talk about why we're all better off buying properties now than we were 18 months ago, why this may be our best opportunity to buy since 2009, and what the future holds for our industry. Key Takeaways with Neal Bawa Why Neal is still extremely bullish about multifamily. How to frame today's market as a winning opportunity for your prospective investors and limited partners.  Why syndicators should be worried about overpaying–and why now's a great time to invest in investor education. What to expect in 2024, why so many syndicators are going to be out of business a year from now, and how to do your best to not become one of them.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/382 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

We're kicking things off in a new series called the Maverick Mastermind Exclusive featuring members of our fantastic group and hosted by my great friend, Cameron Gilmore of Mastermind Evolutions. In this series, you'll get insights into our members' success stories on how they got started, what they're working on today, and how they've achieved tremendous success as entrepreneurs. Today's guest is Constantine "Cos" Vasilatos. Constantine is President & COO of Cypress Venture Group, which invests in commercial multifamily and self-storage in Northeast Ohio. Over the last 25 years, he's bought and sold more than 300 units in Ohio and is helping investors by purchasing distressed and foreclosed properties while delivering double-digit returns. In this episode, you'll hear how Cos joined the mastermind group, how he raised over a million dollars for his latest syndication, and the incredible things that happen once you have the confidence to go all-in and scale your business. Key Takeaways with Constantine “Cos” Vasilatos How Constantine built his portfolio and the mistakes he made that he learned from early on. How Constantine rebranded, switched his mindset, and made the most of his resources to succeed in multifamily. The actions Cos took to become better at talking with investors about money. What makes community, leadership, and mentoring so valuable in real estate. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/381 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Inflation's finally coming down, but we're not out of the woods when it comes to the possibility of a full-on recession by year's end. For real estate investors, what does that mean?  It's a tough question to answer, but I'm always so grateful to have Daren Blomquist, VP of Market Economics at Auction.com, hop on with me to break it down for us. In short? It's a good time to be looking at lower-end properties, but approach expensive single-family homes with caution–especially on the West Coast!  In today's episode, Daren and I dig into what he's seeing in his high-level KPIs, what's happening in the housing supply, distressed housing markets and consumer spending trends. You'll also hear why it's a good time to be cautiously bullish as you hunt for new deals to add to your portfolio.  Key Takeaways with Daren Blomquist Why the macro economy looks good despite higher mortgage rates and home prices trending downward.  How the distressed market is fairing with delinquency and foreclosures. The indicators showing the highest probability of a recession since 1981. How post-COVID spending and inflation have put consumer debt at an all-time high. Why default rates could rise with home equity values are dropping while consumers are relying on credit with high inflation. The factors that are triggering major price cuts on homes for the first time in years. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/380 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

What's the easiest way to prevent headaches in real estate? Be proactive in finding where those problems will come from and resolve them right away. It might sound simple, but as today's guest will tell you, when you're getting started in real estate and making your first purchases, rehabbing your properties early on will make your experience a lot more enjoyable. Jennifer Barner is the owner and syndicator of over 1,900 doors of which she's also a sponsor of 900 of them. Her passion is empowering and educating moms to take an active role in their financial future. She's also the host of the Mastering Money for Moms podcast, where they discuss creating generational wealth and financial freedom while also raising a family. In our conversation, Jennifer shares some great advice about being hands on when you're doing flips, the importance of project management and above all else, always trust your instincts and make sure that any new deal is in alignment with your goals. Key Takeaways with Jennifer Barner The impact that real estate success has had on Jennifer's family including children's education and family travel. Why Jennifer is optimistic that those who can thrive now in a difficult economy will be rewarded when things stabilize. The importance of project management and being hands on when flipping properties. How rehabbing your properties up front helps to avoid stress later. How things get easier as you scale your business. Always trust your gut instincts when someone brings a deal to you. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/379 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

I'm thrilled to welcome my good friend back on the podcast as we dissect the Entrepreneurial Cheat Code by taking it a step further and digging into how to scale and create a culture that drives success in your business. If you haven't checked out part 1 with Mike, I highly recommend that you do by going right here. For those that don't know, Mike was my former CMO, and now he's the Founder and CEO of One 10 Media, a seven-figure digital marketing agency focused on e-commerce brands. You've likely seen his clients on shows like the Joe Rogan Experience and Shark Tank. In today's conversation, Mike will be asking most of the questions as we discuss the techniques and strategies that I use in real estate and that he uses in digital marketing.  You'll learn why they apply in so many different fields, why company culture is so much more important than acquiring customers at all costs, and how to build your schedule around getting things done and not burning out. This is another must-listen if you're launching a business or looking to take yours to the next level. Key Takeaways with Mike Gleba Why great employees are your number one priority, not your customers. How to niche yourself down, pick one thing, and get very good at it. Why free days need to stay free days, even when you're in growth mode.  Why email is evil–and how to get things done faster by just taking a phone call. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/378 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If you have the resources, buying a property is the easy part. Making it cash flow and turning a profit every year is the tricky part. And when you run into trouble, which most people will at some point, who do you turn to?  You turn to people like today's guest, Eli Secor. He co-founded Landlord Gurus, which provides expert advice and resources to independent property owners and landlords. They make property management more efficient and easier for mom-and-pop style businesses by offering courses, tools, and landlord kits, providing recommendations on property management software, and much more. In our conversation, we get into the supply and demand issues that everyone is facing, the challenges of doing a 1031 exchange between low and high-interest rates, how to keep your maintenance costs from eating into your profits, and how to find quality tenants who will stay with you for the long-term. Key Takeaways with Eli Secor How to avoid bleeding money as you scale your portfolio. Why it's so important to be able to triage maintenance requests–and how to find great property managers in your markets.  How to minimize the pain of inevitable move-outs, evictions, and broken leases.  Why Facebook Marketplace is a surprisingly great place to find tenants.  How Landlord Gurus can help you find some of the best property management tools on the market today.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/377 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

When today's guest and his wife had triplets, he was inspired to challenge the traditional financial wisdom of Wall Street and create a path towards financial freedom. Dave Wolcott is a former Marine Corps captain and the creator of the Pantheon Holistic Wealth Strategy. He's built several successful businesses, and has a knack with finding real estate and alternative investment assets that yield predictable cash flow, tax efficiencies, and positive equity growth.  Dave is also the host of the great Wealth Strategy Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy podcast, as well as the author of The Holistic Wealth Strategy: A Framework for Building Legacy Wealth and Unlimited Freedom to Live an Extraordinary Life.  In our conversation, we get into the three biggest wealth destroyers, how to create your own holistic wealth strategy, and the three freedoms which define our lives as we strive for and achieve success. Key Takeaways with Dave Wolcott Why the top 1% aren't really building their wealth getting 7% returns at the Wall Street casino. How taxes, accumulated stock market losses, and government-sponsored plans can erode wealth and obliterate your returns. How to create a proactive wealth strategy in service of your vision. Why you can't grow your physical capital if you don't grow your financial and mindset IQ.  Why you are your greatest asset–and how to ensure that you're investing in yourself and your life every day.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/376 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Whenever you're closing a deal, there are several must-haves to ensure that it cash flows and is profitable. So many new investors make critical errors early in their careers–myself included–and a big reason for starting this podcast is to help others learn from my mistakes. I'm very excited to introduce you to today's guest, Sandhya Seshadri. She's the Founder and President of Engineered Capital. Over the last 25 years, she has built a 5,000-unit digital footprint of high-net-worth investors, business owners, and executives in and around Dallas. She's also done over 3,000 doors as a GP and LP.  In today's conversation, you'll learn the 5 must-haves of every successful underwriting deal, the 7 critical mistakes so many operators are making right now, and what you need to do to bring your business plan to life.  Key Takeaways with Sandhya Seshadri Why Sandhya sees today's market as a major opportunity for the right investor. The key characteristics of a solid underwriting deal, acquisition, and syndication–and why you're always at an advantage when you operate in your home market. Why bridge and floating rate loans are making it so hard to finish deals and deliver returns to investors right now.  How poor leadership leads to financial disasters. Why multifamily deals are like a marriage. What Sandhya does to set her deals up for success from day one.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/375 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

With soaring interest rates, dwindling investment returns, and reduced cash flow, it's never been harder to pinpoint profitable real estate markets. How do you mitigate risk and choose the right properties and markets? And most importantly, how do you vet partners before investing? Joining me today to shed some light on these questions is the Founder of USHA Investment Group, Rama Krishna Chunchu. Rama has successfully transitioned from his W-2 job into multifamily real estate and has become an equity partner in over 750 units across Florida, Maryland, and North Carolina. In our conversation, he shares the first thing he does when analyzing a market, why he thinks some markets are superior to others, and the seven questions you should always ask a general partner before investing.  Key Takeaways with Rama Krishna Chunchu How Rama reduces expenses while maximizing profits by investing in 80+ unit properties built after the 1980s. The secret sauce for identifying and capitalizing on emerging markets. Why Rama no longer underwrites deals with bridge loans - and uses agency debts instead. Top strategies for de-risking your investments as a limited partner. The advice Rama would give to newcomers in real estate investing. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/374 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Purchasing any property comes with a certain amount of risk. And that's undoubtedly true with multifamily real estate investing. But if you never take any risk, you're not growing your portfolio or your business. And if you spent 10 years working on Wall Street like today's guest, you'd understand investment risk very well and how to manage it. Craig Berger is the Founder of Avid Realty Partners and has been an active real estate investor for over 15 years. He oversees deal sourcing, underwriting, fundraising, capital markets, operations, and asset management. Since 2015, Avid Realty has grown its portfolio with approximately 2,000 multifamily units worth more than $275M. Prior to founding Avid Realty Partners, he worked for over 10 years as a highly acclaimed semiconductor equity research analyst at Smith Barney Citigroup and FBR Capital Markets, among others. With his expertise, he's guided Avid Realty through 6 exits with zero realized loss and a 33% average IRR.  In our conversation, Craig shares what it takes to have incredible success as a real estate investor. In his words, it takes persistence, grit, determination, and being able to analyze deals to minimize risk while being willing to go all in and be willing to fail. If you find yourself getting caught up in the headlines and fears about inflation, you'll miss out on opportunities that are available. Key Takeaways with Craig Berger Why fears about inflation should be nearing the end and why there will be great opportunities in the next 12 months. Why Craig has focused on building his portfolio in Texas and how state laws factor into those decisions. How real estate investors need to have grit and determination to be truly successful. Taking risks is essential in real estate investing, but minimizing risk helps to ensure a successful outcome. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/373 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If you're new to real estate investing, would you step up to the plate and swing for the fences? Or would you rather take that first pitch, give it some thought, and take a more comfortable and calculated swing with your money on the line? While it's important to have big targets and big goals, trying to make everything happen all at once and hit a home run right off the bat is rarely a recipe for success–and today's guest knows this well. I'm thrilled to be talking to Arn Cenedella, Founder of Spark Investment Group. He's a real estate expert with 35 years of experience as a broker and investor and owns 1100 multifamily units with over $138M AUM.  In today's conversation, Arn walks us through the last deal he closed and why fixed-rate debt is so important in our current economy. We'll also talk about why the finish line is always years away and how having just one or two great relationships from the start can make a huge difference in building a $100M+ portfolio. Key Takeaways with Arn Cenedella Why you shouldn't swing for the fences and try to pack an entire career's worth of success into one deal. What makes long-term bank and agency financing so important. Why Arn prefers build-to-rent opportunities after completion. The best ways to buy entire rental communities after they've been developed. How one or two relationships can take you from nothing to a $100M portfolio. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/372 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

I've got some exciting news to share, so I decided to jump on the mic and talk about it with all of you today.  We recently acquired a nice little 28-unit apartment property called 28 Riverside. You'd probably want to ask, "Josh, after doing 19 syndications and buying 4,500 units, several 300, 500, and 700+ unit buildings, why would you bother with such a small building?"  The answer is very simple: good deals go fast and are hard to find. And no matter how many residential or small multifamily deals you've done, a property like 28 Riverside is a great starter deal or a perfect deal for someone like me.  In today's episode, I want to give you a clear explanation of the why behind 28 Riverside. I'll walk you through the strategy we're using to add value fast and how to get a similar property cash flowing in your portfolio within a year.  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell Why deal size doesn't matter when you have full-time employees you need to keep busy. The one thing I'm always looking at when I underwrite deals. How to make sure your financials set you up to cash flow and turn a profit.  How we found 28 Riverside–and how you can find a similar deal. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/371 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

We often talk about raising capital, but how do you bring in big money? As in really BIG money? We're talking more than $2 billion from broker-dealers and investment advisors? Joining me to talk about one of my favorite aspects of real estate investing is my new friend Brad Blazar. Brad is the author of the fantastic book Winning at the Capital Game and a highly sought-after speaker when it comes to raising capital and with good reason.  Don't take my word for it. In fact, before recording this podcast, Brad was leading a bootcamp with people who'd traveled as far as England and Australia just to learn from him.  So, if you're looking to buy your next $100 million asset by leveraging broker-dealers, Brad knows precisely how to do it and is here to share his secret sauce. In this conversation, we talk about why there's no better investment than real estate (and how to prove it to your potential investors), how to go from raising $2 million to hundreds of millions, and the common mistakes you don't want to make on your way up.  Key Takeaways with Brad Blazar How rising interest rates have actually made things better for Brad.  Why you're never going to raise $2 billion by yourself–and how to scale with syndication. How to survive due diligence with broker-dealers in a notoriously litigious industry.  What broker-dealers want to see in a potential deal. How Brad transitioned from being a landlord to raising money for himself. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/370 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Imagine that you're still in your twenties for a moment. You've got no track record, no ownership experience, little to no equity, and nothing to your name other than some student loan debt. Perhaps you were in the same boat before your first deal. Here's where things get interesting. Will Matheson and his twin brother were in this exact situation in 2017 when they decided to start their own company at Matheson Capital. Six years later, they've acquired over $100 million in real estate, done over a dozen multifamily and student housing deals, and delivered an astounding 40% internal rate of return for their investors.  I absolutely love hearing success stories like this and I'm thrilled to share this conversation. In today's episode, we dig into what exactly he's doing differently in his business that has led to his success, how he started small and built a proven record of success, and how the market (and his deals) have changed post-COVID.  Key Takeaways with Will Matheson Why it's so much harder to find deals set up to cash flow quickly post-COVID. How Will underwrites deals and picks and chooses markets. The five things to NOT do when you're starting a business or overseeing a deal. How the current market has gotten “cowboys” out of the space, creating a better market for serious investors.  How to structure your company's growth in a sustainable, holistic way.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/369 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

What does success as an entrepreneur mean to you? Does it mean having a million dollars in the bank? Is it all about building a 7 or 8-figure income? Or does the journey as an entrepreneur mean much more than that? Today's episode is a very special one because we'll be talking about what we like to call, the entrepreneurial cheat code. And my guest, Mike Gleba, is a great friend and former colleague. Mike is the Founder and CEO of One 10 Media, a highly successful digital marketing agency that helps DTC eCommerce brands run paid social, email, and SMS ad campaigns.  I've known Mike since high school, and he was my Chief Marketing Officer and Strategic Real Estate Coach here at Freeland Ventures for about 10 years. He's since gone on to have tremendous success, and as you'll hear, we have a lot of catching up to do. You'll probably learn more about me and my entrepreneurial journey in our conversation than his. We dig into the importance of relationships, what we learned from putting on successful live events back in the early days, and how we're applying those lessons to what we're doing today with our businesses.  Key Takeaways with Mike Gleba How having a cheat code was instrumental in Mike's success on his entrepreneurial journey. The importance that relationships have had in both of their lives. The role that Kolbe strength assessments had in their businesses and increased their self-awareness. How Josh's ACER exercise was a powerful tool for Mike and still helps others set goals, both short term and long term. What motivates Josh today now that he's achieved so much which will resonate with anyone, especially entrepreneurs. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/368 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Over the past year, there's been plenty of uncertainty with a potential recession, rising interest rates and inflation, and a very competitive housing market. Could we be seeing signs that the markets are bouncing back? Once again, I'm excited to check in with my good friend Daren Blomquist, VP of Market Economics at Auction.com. He always delivers the goods with information and data that is beyond helpful to anyone wondering what is happening in the marketplace and what we can expect to see in the short and long term. In this conversation, we dig into how interest rates have affected the housing market, where housing prices should be relative to income, the contradictory nature of our economy, and the surprising places where Daren sees distressed and discounted assets for sale.  Key Takeaways with Daren Blomquist Why Daren believes we're seeing a bounce back in the housing market in spite of soaring interest rates.  Why the market has made it all but impossible to build to fix our supply and demand problems.  How consumer sentiment is still strong despite high prices and layoffs in tech.  Why Western markets, Texas, Tennessee, and the Carolinas are all suddenly seeing an influx of distressed and discounted assets.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/367 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If you've been following the podcast, it should be no secret that my favorite real estate topic is raising capital. And today's guest is considered one of the leading experts in the industry when it comes to attracting high-net-worth investors and raising capital online. Yakov Smart is the leader of the Investor Attraction Academy and the author of Disrupting LinkedIn. He's also shared the stage with Samantha DeBianchi from Bravo's hit TV show, Million Dollar Listing, and is a highly sought-after authority who helps real estate entrepreneurs build out their automated funnels for attracting new investors. In our conversation, Yakov shares the story of how he built his credibility and authority to become a world-class fundraiser, explains why now's the perfect time to grow your network (even if you're not looking to do a deal right now), and he'll show you how to use social media to build meaningful, authentic relationships–without selling your soul.  Key Takeaways with Yakov Smart How Yakov uses LinkedIn to build automated fundraising machines. The power of the one-to-many webinar for fundraising. Why LinkedIn is the very best platform for recruiting high net worth individuals. The do's and don'ts of reaching out to high net worth investors–and Yakov's proven eight-step process.  How so many investors leave money and opportunities on the table by failing to communicate with their lists or guide their investors. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/366 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

In today's episode, I wanted to jump on the mic and take you through a property we call 220 Chevy. I'll walk you through everything we did, from the beginning to how we're nearing the completion of a true value-add. When we bought the Forest Ridge Apartments complex in April 2021, it was generating $115,000/month on 200 occupied units. Fast forward to 18 months later, we're bringing in $184,000 a month and have raised its value from $11.65M to $18.4M.  You'll learn how we successfully filled our vacancies, raised rents by an average of 70% across units, and created long-term wealth for our investors and forever passive income.  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell What made 220 Chevy such an appealing property and investment opportunity. The challenge of filling units during the winter in Ohio.  How taking management quality from C- to A makes it easy to raise rents without dealing with evictions or move outs.  How we structured the 220 Chevy deal to create substantial wealth for our investors.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/365 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

When I first got started in real estate, back in my house flipping days, I would worry about a lot of things. I'd worry about the interest rates, turning a profit, getting into the deal at the right price, and how I would exit the deal. Sound familiar? Eventually, I got tired of doing flips and the sleepless nights that came with it and found a way to build a nine-figure portfolio of forever passive income. Fast forward to today, I'm sleeping much better and not worrying about how I'm going to pay my bills. In today's episode, I want to tell you how I did it. You'll learn why I gave up on residential investing, what I needed to know to break into multifamily, and how I use these techniques to create more income and equity in one year than I could ever get out of ten years of residential investing.  The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell Why commercial multifamily is much easier to scale than residential investing. How I learned to underwrite commercial multifamily deals, read T12s and T3s, and raise the capital to make our deals work. Why commercial multifamily protects you from rising interest rates, needing to find buyers, and allows you to achieve so much more in so much less time.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/364 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

One thing that many real estate investors have in common is they have multiple income streams. Whether it's W-2 income, businesses they own, stock, or real estate, however you're making money, you need to understand the two types of taxes. Here's the thing: our tax code is set up to benefit the elite. It punishes employees and employers alike–and is designed to work this way.  In today's episode, I'll explain why people like Bill Gates and Elon Musk would choose to take home a salary of $1 (spoiler alert: it's not because they're feeling charitable or selfless!), why the elite are playing a completely different game when it comes to taxes, and why true passive income gives you the power to turn a profit while reporting a loss. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell Why business owners, the wealthy, and the super-rich never want to take a W-2. The key difference between W-2 and capital gains income–and what makes capital gains better. Why true passive income comes to you tax-free and can even help you achieve a negative K-1 on positive cash flow.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/363 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If your first real estate deal involved buying a simple single family home or duplex, lining up financing and then quickly escalated into getting overly involved with every step of the process, you probably thought to yourself, “This isn't a new financial future–this is another job!” Well, today's guest, Flint Jamison, had this exact feeling–and that's why he got into multifamily and build-to-rent communities. He spent 20 years in the aerospace industry and managed a $120 million program modifying aircraft for the military, but has been in real estate since 2018.  Now, at Vestus Capital, he's helping his partners break free from the Wall Street rollercoaster and find financial freedom and peace of mind through multifamily investing. And the best part is, he's sharing how he does it with us here today. In this conversation, we get into the 94-unit townhome community he's raising capital on right now, the three phases of build-to-rent communities, and how to make sure you're not giving yourself an extra job as you build your real estate portfolio.  The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Flint Jamison Why there's so much demand for build-to-rent communities right now. How much Flint invests in these properties, and how he increases value in each development phase.  How failing on his first partner syndication drove Flint to focus on capital raising. Why having a great relationship with your builders will make every part of your life easier.  How Flint delivers for his investors–and why successful syndications became a pillar on his journey to financial freedom.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/362 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If there's one thing I love about what I get to do every day, it's speaking to other real estate investors and medical professionals who have already helped so many others and want to use their success to give back and help others. And this is one of those episodes where today's guest is doing precisely that. Jason Balara is the CEO and co-founder of Lark Capital Group. His focus has primarily been on B-class and C-class value-add multifamily deals in the southeast, and he's also added commercial real estate assets to his portfolio of over 600 multifamily units and 400+ units of self-storage. He's also a veterinary surgeon with a passion for real estate and the host of the Know Your Why podcast. In our conversation, you'll hear about his new passion project of creating his first fund to combine real estate opportunities for limited partners and give back to other veterinarians and help them achieve financial freedom. Jason also shares important questions that LPs should be asking sponsors and syndicators to de-risk their deals, and we'll also talk about some of the challenges that investors are facing in a market where deal flow is slower than last year. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Jason Balara Why Jason is creating his very first fund with the combination of multifamily, self-storage, and buying distressed businesses.  The shockingly high suicide rate among veterinarians and the impact that Jason is hoping to make with charitable work for his fellow vets. How challenging 2023 has been for real estate investors as deal flow has slowed since last year. Why the interest rate for your deal doesn't really matter as long as you understand what the interest rate is. Strategies to de-risk your investments as a limited partner. The questions that limited partners should be asking themselves right now to be successful in today's market. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/361 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Anyone who has built a portfolio with real estate is likely familiar with the venture capital and syndication worlds. But today, we're going to talk about how high-net-worth investors can add alternative assets to diversify their portfolios with higher returns. Today's guest is Andy Hagans. Andy is a serial entrepreneur, the co-founder of WealthChannel, and the host of the Alternative Investment Podcast. He's created a platform that connects high-net-worth investors and sponsors with alternative investment deals. In this conversation, we dig into how to choose winning investments (and investors) and how to start investing in these assets through crowdfunding, diversification, illiquidity premiums, and more. If you're looking to add alternative investments to your portfolio without getting burned, this episode is a must-listen. Key Takeaways with Andy Hagans Why more non-institutional investors are embracing alternative investments than ever before. Why even many traditional financial advisors are starting to embrace a 50/30/20 model including alts. How to meet possible partners, sponsors, and GPs if you've never done a deal before.  How alts protect investors from market volatility and banking collapses. Why you can't simply write a check and expect to get rich–but you can find great deals that take advantage of your passion and expertise.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/360 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

When someone enters the multifamily real estate investing landscape, there are several paths to choose from. Some have the resources and assets available, and some seek out VCs, syndications, or private lenders. But there is another option that can be attractive to both the buyer and the seller: seller financing. Here to talk about how he's using this strategy in his portfolio is Christian Osgood. Christian is the founder of MultiFamilyStrategy.com. He's bought over 100 rental properties and a waterfront resort, and he and his business partner have done a ton of creative financing to get private money.  In this conversation, Christian and I dig into how to find creative deals that work, what he's doing to double (or triple!) his investing in the next 12 months, and the most important factors he looks for when using seller financing to make the deal. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Christian Osgood The importance of meeting every owner in your market. The questions you need to ask when using seller financing to make a deal work. Why Christian gets long-term cash-flowing, fixed-rate debt on every deal. Reasons why investors should evaluate the deal first and the debt second. Why sellers are likely to sell when financing is creative and generates a win-win. Why being a visionary or an integrator alone is not enough to be successful.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/359 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

No matter what your portfolio looks like, there's a very good chance that you're unaware of all the ways you can save money and legally slash your taxes.  So, how do you legally reduce your tax liability?  To answer that question, today's guest is Toby Mathis. Toby is a founding partner at Andersen Advisors, where he's been a tax attorney for over 25 years. He's helped over 100,000 clients prepare better tax returns, and he has a deep understanding of how to become wealthy and legally slash your taxes so you can keep your wealth. In our conversation, we dig into several tips and strategies to reduce your taxes. We talk about the three types of income (and how to make more money in each), how to set up a nonprofit that pays rent to your real estate portfolio, and the three specific traits everyone needs to have to become an elite entrepreneur. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Toby Mathis Why Toby is excited about investment opportunities to empower debt-burdened and rent-burdened Americans in tough housing markets. How affordable housing investments can be run as 501(c)(3)s, collect state money, improve people's lives, and create 100% write offs. The best ways to shelter, slash, and save multiple income streams from tax. Why it's all but impossible to get rich creating short-term active income.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/358 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

With multi-family investment prices down as much as 7% in the last year, even in markets with expected growth and stable rents, you may be asking yourself, “What can I do to de-risk my deals?”  We're navigating a looming recession, economic conflict with China, and nonstop inflation, and the last thing you need right now is to have to refinance or sell at a loss.  Today's episode is all about how to prevent that worst-case scenario. I'm excited to share with you nine things we've done (or learned the hard way) through our deals that have made a tremendous difference when it comes to our performance in tough economic times. I'll show you how you can use these strategies with your own investments to de-risk your deals and portfolio. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways Why it's so important to invest for the long term–and why I won't do any deal unless we can get long-term, fixed-rate financing.  How knocking out CapEx in months instead of years protects you from dropping property values.  The power of having secret shopper asset managers on the ground. Why you need to review your financials every month, without exception, to be a good operator (and share this information with your partners, good or bad). The benefit of underwriting deals at 70-75% occupancy to account for cash bleed. The value of long-term vendor relationships. Why you should keep your investments in one or two submarkets–or very close to home.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/357 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

What does it take to purchase $1.1 billion in real estate? I'm glad you asked because today's guest has not only done it, but he's teaching other MDs how they can do it too. I'm thrilled to welcome Pranay Parikh to the podcast. Pranay is a hugely successful doctor, podcaster, and course creator who's created tons of opportunities in passive investing for others, with a focus on helping doctors become entrepreneurs in real estate. When Pranay graduated from med school, he had a solid salary, which came with a ton of debt. Instead of playing the stock market, he paid off his loans, did his first syndication, and fell in love with multifamily investing.  In today's conversation, Pranay and I get into how he's looking at multifamily in the wake of a frozen market and the plays investors can make to take advantage of opportunities as we approach a potential recession. We'll also talk about what investors need to know to de-risk their businesses and how busy medical professionals can add real estate investing to their portfolios! The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell The ins and outs of loan assumptions, which ones are good and which ones aren't. How to actively do passive real estate–and make sure you have passive returns. Why Pranay created a course and how it has boosted his credibility. What it takes to buy $1.1 billion in real estate–and how he's helped hundreds of physicians invest in multifamily through his deal flow. Steps you can take right now to de-risk your business. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/356 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

In today's episode, I wanted to present a case study on successfully forcing capital improvements and increasing rents to generate real appreciation in your properties in 12 months. Now, there's one thing that you have to prepare for on a project like this: an increase in vacancies. And short-term vacancy means you're bringing in less income. But this is a short-term pain for long-term gain approach.  In this case study, I'll show you how our 10-step process helped us turn over 140 units in less than a year, adding $6 million in real appreciation while keeping our investors happy with their quarterly payments. The Forever Passive Income Live Virtual Event The next FPI Live Virtual Event is coming up on May 19-21, 2023 where I'll be sharing the step-by-step blueprint on how we raised tens of millions in capital and acquired over 4,300 units. Buy your FPI tickets today by visiting ForeverPassiveIncome.com  Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell How we spent $2 million and turned 145 out of 296 units in 12 months. How these improvements created $6 million in real appreciation. The full 10-step process to complete the capital improvements efficiently. Things to be aware of like the increase in vacancy rates and how to keep payments flowing to your investors. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/355 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

No one has ever said passive investing was easy. You can't write checks and expect the money to come pouring in without putting in the work, and you can't make things happen without a solid foundation and strategy. I'm thrilled to share this conversation with today's guest, Michael Roeder. Michael is the co-founder of Granite Towers Equity Group. He and his partner Dan have done 25 large multifamily acquisitions with thousands of units in markets including New Mexico, Texas, Florida, Minnesota, Alabama, and Arkansas. In his newest book, 4 Steps to Successful Passive Investing, he walks us through the proven process that has helped him succeed. In today's podcast, he shares how he scaled his investing from two small deals to a number of very big ones (and the lessons he learned along the way), how to get ahead as a general partner or passive investor, and the opportunities we may see in possible distressed markets to come.  Key Takeaways with Michael Roeder Why Mike and Dan are so focused on B and C-class multifamily projects. How our school system fails to teach kids about financial markets and investing. Five strategies to de-risk your business. Mike and Dan's four steps to successful passive investing. Why you need to pay more for better talent. Why you should start investing in your backyard, but jump into growth markets soon after.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/354 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

If you've watched successful entrepreneurs, founders, or investors on YouTube, TED Talks, or social media, you've likely heard one piece of advice a million times: follow your passion. People who've “made it” love to tell those who haven't that all they need to do is follow their passion, and the pieces will fall into place.  Not only do I think it's terrible advice, I think it's a total crock if I'm being honest.  So today, I wanted to share a very candid solocast about why my career hasn't just been about “following my passion.” I'll also share what I think is a much more valuable piece of advice–and one that can help you find true happiness and joy in whatever you do as you achieve greater success. Key Takeaways with Josh Cantwell Why it's so much more important to find out what you're good at than to follow your passion. Why using our superpowers makes us happier and helps us find joy in our work. The difference between joy and happiness.  The importance of being able to say “I'm not good at that”–and the value of having great people around you to help fill in those gaps. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/353 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

In the wake of our changing market, inflation, and rising interest rates, some operators are hurting. At the same time, there are many investors who couldn't be more excited about the future. Even in tough economic times, with the right investments, your portfolio can not only weather the storm, but grow–and today's guest is living proof. Rob Beardsley is a founder and executive at Lone Star Capital. Focused on workforce housing in Dallas and Houston, he's done acquisitions of over 2,500 units. In his new book, Structuring and Raising Debt & Equity for Real Estate, he walks readers through various types of lenders, equity investors, and deal structures to create better investments and how to attract debt and equity partners.  In our conversation, Rob and I get into what he's done to protect his investments over the last year, important strategies that every operator needs to be thinking about right now (including how to spend your cash on hand), and what you need to know before you do your first syndication or joint venture with institutional capital at any level.  Key Takeaways with Rob Beardsley The importance of reading the fine print when doing debt deals. The four types of investors–and the one Rob likes to work with most. What you need to know before you underwrite your first deal. When is the best time to renovate, and when is the worst time to do it. How needing to sell or refi at the wrong time can do damage to your reputation–and how to de-risk your investments at every stage. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/352 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

One of the things that I'm most proud of is how we're doing with deep value-add for our properties. And today, I want to walk you through what we've done since purchasing the property at 296 Triskett. As a refresher, this is a 296-unit, all-garden-style complex in the Lakewood submarket of Cleveland. Over the course of eight months, we invested $2 million in the property and scaled with massive success. We managed to avoid labor issues, we didn't get clobbered by supply chain shortages, and we were able to increase rent by over $300 in over 140 units.  Today's episode will be a bit of a case study on how we did it. You'll learn how we financed the deal and our CapEx, how we managed our construction budget so effectively, avoided the typical snags and obstacles, and created massive value along the way. Key Takeaways Why we bought a 296-unit building with over 43 unoccupied units, low rents, pests, unhappy tenants, and an unsafe parking lot–and how we solved all of these problems.  How the deal required us to get our CapEx done within two years–and how we spent our money to reduce our long-term overhead. Why delivering a quality tenant experience makes it so much easier to bump rents and increase profits. How due diligence, good oversight, great vendors, reliable crews, and good data give you the power to massively scale your CapEx. Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/351 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

One of the best ways to grow your network, find investors and make deals is networking. And today's guest has mastered the art of putting on a great networking event. Nick Gray is the bestselling author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings. I'm a big believer in face-to-face events to help grow brands, recruit partners, and find deals, and Nick's unique strategy makes these events even more powerful and productive. In our conversation, Nick and I dig deep into how to host a successful networking event and how to market a great party that connects you to private capital. You'll discover how to bring the party to you instead of going to a boring party, why saying “no sales” makes it so much easier to sell to great people, and the beauty of sitting back, listening, and asking questions.  Key Takeaways with Nick Gray Nick's proven formula for becoming super connected in any city–even if you've just moved there. How to raise $2 million from two-hour cocktail parties (and why you don't want to only invite real estate people). Why so many networking functions are boring and unproductive. How to be seen as a super-connector and an expert. How the NICK method for 2-hour cocktail parties gets people excited, organically inspires conversation, and can boost your career–whatever it is.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/350 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

Tax time is right around the corner. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a high earner or a hobbyist investor, there are opportunities to save some money on your tax bill. Especially with some of the updates to the tax code that were introduced in recent years. Here to walk you through how to do it is my friend Erik Oliver. He's a cost segregation expert at the Cost Segregation Authority, where he digs into tax codes and how to make them work for you. In today's episode, we dive into the major tax changes signed into law during the Trump administration, how to make the most of depreciation regardless of your investing style, and how Erik used these strategies himself to turn a $50,000 tax bill into a $140,000 deduction–and add a new property to his portfolio along the way! Key Takeaways with Erik Oliver Why W-2 earners are investing in short-term rentals to offset their income. How cost segregation can save clients tens of thousands of dollars in taxes for both residential and commercial investors. How bonus depreciation works and the different ways you can use it in your business. How Erik conquered his fears and dove headfirst into real estate after getting burned on his first rental property. The difference between a tax advisor and a tax preparer–and why you want the former, not the latter.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/349 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com

We've all been dealing with high inflation for some time now, which will likely continue for the next 6-12 months. But that doesn't mean opportunities don't exist for real estate investors to take advantage of if you know what to look for. Today's guest, Bronson Hill, understands this better than most people. He's the author of How To Use Inflation to Your Advantage, a free ebook you can download at BronsonEquity.com. He's also built a portfolio with over $200M of multifamily assets, including ATMs, gas, and car washes–to name just a few. In our conversation, Bronson and I dig into how investors can take advantage of today's inflationary environment, how to buy assets that pay you to take out debt and what you can do to master the art of talking to investors.  He'll also walk you through some of the deals he's done, the franchises he's built and sold, and why the most successful salespeople you've ever met seem to spend so little time talking about business!  Key Takeaways with Bronson Hill Specific questions to ask any new private investor. How to position yourself as an expert and a leader in a group of private investors. What Bronson learned from raising his first $10M–and how he ended up recruiting over $30M in private capital. Why Bronson exited the world of medical device sales to pursue a career as a full-time entrepreneur. Reasons why investing in single family real estate is much more difficult to scale.  Want the Full Show Notes? To get access to the full show notes, including audio, transcripts, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit https://acceleratedinvestorpodcast.com/348 Rate & Review If you enjoyed today's episode of The Accelerated Real Estate Investor Podcast, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review over on Apple Podcasts. Reviews go a long way in helping us build awareness so that we can impact even more people. THANK YOU! Connect with Josh Cantwell Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Sign up for the Forever Passive Income Partnering, Mastermind and Coaching Program with Josh Cantwell To unlock your potential and start earning real passive income, visit joshcantwellcoaching.com