Real Estate Breakthrough

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, I sit down with Krista Fettke of Gateway Investors—daughter of Rich and Kathy Fettke from Real Wealth—to dive into the real story behind how U.S. investors are buying real estate in Portugal, Spain, Panama, and Mexico... and getting more than just cash flow. We cover: ✅ How Krista turned a family legacy into a global investing business ✅ What the Golden Visa program actually offers ✅ The pivot her company made when the rules changed—overnight ✅ How to vet international developers and stay protected abroad ✅ Stories from real clients who used real estate to build freedom + lifestyle Whether you're a passive investor looking to diversify outside the U.S. or just someone curious about international markets, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom and some heartfelt laughs.

Are we heading for another Great Depression or just another news cycle blip? In this episode, Christina Suter breaks down the real impact of Trump's recent tariff moves—and what it actually means for real estate investors. She unpacks what happened in the 1930s, how today's economy is vastly different, and what you should be doing if you're investing in housing, multifamily, or even watching the market with sweaty palms. We cover:

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, I'm joined by real estate experts Robert Fragoso and Nick Despotidis to unpack what's really going on in today's market—from interest rates to market cycles, cash flow challenges, and the infamous “date the rate, marry the price” strategy.  We talk about: ✅ Why multifamily is down 20–30% and what it means for buyers ✅ How to invest smart in a high-interest-rate environment ✅ The golden handcuffs keeping inventory locked ✅ What builders, investors, and flippers should be watching in 2024 ✅ When is the real bottom of the market?  

Is this the future of real estate? In this episode, I sit down with Ray Kaderli, an expert in Hempcrete construction, to discuss how this ancient yet revolutionary material is shaking up the real estate industry. We dive deep into why Hempcrete homes are more durable, energy-efficient, and sustainable than traditional construction. What You'll Learn: ✔️ Why traditional building materials are outdated & inefficient ✔️ How Hempcrete solves major real estate problems ✔️ The investment opportunities in sustainable construction ✔️ How to get involved in the Hempcrete revolution before it's too late   If you're a real estate investor, developer, or just curious about the future of sustainable building, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss it! 

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, host Christina Suter welcomes Bob Lachance, a professional investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Reva Global, a top-tier real estate virtual assistant company. Bob shares his inspiring journey from professional hockey player to real estate investor, breaking down how he built his wealth, navigated challenges, and created a legacy in the real estate world.

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, Christina Suter sits down with AJ Osborne, founder of Cedar Creek Capital and a self-storage industry pioneer. AJ shares his journey from medical benefits sales to building a $100M self-storage empire—without outside investors. Learn why self-storage is more than real estate, how to turn challenges into opportunities, and why the market's next shift could be your golden moment. Plus, a fascinating detour into wildlife conservation and AJ's passion for bears and the Yellowstone ecosystem. What you'll learn in this episode: The unique business model behind self-storage success. Why self-storage is outperforming other real estate sectors. Insider tips for navigating interest rate spikes and market downturns. AJ's personal growth story: mistakes, resilience, and ultimate success.

Join me, Christina Suter, on Real Estate Breakthrough as I sit down with Ryan Smith, a real estate investor with a unique journey—from coder and pro athlete to faith-driven entrepreneur. Ryan's story combines purpose, persistence, and an impressive investment strategy in mobile homes and storage units. In this episode, we explore: Ryan's transition from software to a real estate powerhouse, managing over 20 years in the mobile home and storage sectors. Why investors are shifting from multifamily to mobile homes and storage—and the advantages of these asset classes. The impact of faith in Ryan's business and investment philosophy, including how he sees real estate as a vehicle to serve communities. Key lessons for real estate success: from avoiding common investor pitfalls to understanding the power of staying on course.   Curious about real estate investment with a purpose? Don't miss this episode! Hit that subscribe button for more industry insights, and leave a comment with your thoughts on real estate trends. Watch now and start transforming your approach to real estate investing.   #RealEstateInvesting #MobileHomeParks #FaithDrivenBusiness #RealEstateTips #InvestWithPurpose

In this episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough podcast, I sit down with Mandy McAllister, real estate investor and leader at GoBundance Women, to explore the unique challenges and advantages women face in real estate. From transitioning out of high-powered careers to embracing the mindset of financial freedom, we dive into how community, values, and entrepreneurial risk-taking empower women in the real estate space. We share personal stories, key insights on managing risk, and the importance of staying true to your values while building wealth through real estate. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom that you don't want to miss. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How community and mentorship can help you succeed in real estate The importance of staying true to your values and designing your life with purpose Why real estate is an excellent vehicle for financial freedom, especially for women How to overcome setbacks, including personal stories of deals gone wrong and the lessons learned Why surrounding yourself with like-minded people accelerates your success

In this episode of Real Estate Breakthrough, I sit down with Kevin Bupp from Sunrise Capital, a seasoned real estate investor who went from bartending to building a multi-million-dollar real estate empire.   Kevin shares his incredible journey, the pivotal moments that shaped his path, and the lessons he's learned along the way. We dive deep into the importance of mentorship, taking calculated risks, and the art of creating win-win deals in the real estate world. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned investor, Kevin's story will inspire you to break through to your own financial freedom.  

Welcome back to Real Estate Breakthrough! In this episode, I sit down with Mike DeHaan, a successful real estate investor and host of the Collecting Keys Podcast. Mike shares his incredible journey from leaving a high-paying engineering job at Boeing to building a national flipping and wholesaling business that spans multiple markets.

Welcome to the Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter! In this episode, I sit down with Desiree Doubrox, the dynamic CEO of "HomWork", to discuss her groundbreaking approach to co-living spaces and her extensive experience in real estate and entrepreneurship. About Desiree Doubrox: Desiree is a seasoned real estate agent, broker, and investor with over three decades of experience. As a General Partner in eight residential syndications, she has extensive knowledge in various areas of real estate, including fix and flips, multi-residential properties, notes, NNN leases, and short-term rentals. An entrepreneur from the age of 12, Desiree has founded several successful businesses, including "A Models Media" and "An Empowered Woman", a global networking community for women professionals and entrepreneurs. Currently, she leads HomWork, a CoWorking CoLiving space designed for digital nomads and entrepreneurs who want to "live where you work, work where you live, anywhere in the world." Key Talking Points: - HomWork's Vision: Creating flexible co-living spaces for professionals who value the freedom to work from anywhere. - Post-COVID Evolution: How the demand for remote work has influenced the growth of HomWork. - Partnership with Outsite.co: Expanding HomWork's reach to over 50 locations globally. - Real Estate Journey: Desiree's transition from a real estate agent to an investor and syndicator. - Educational Initiatives: Teaching others about real estate syndication and fund management. - New $10M Fund: Focused on acquiring boutique hospitality properties in prime locations.  

Welcome to another episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough podcast! In this episode, I sat down with Randy Langenderfer, a financial expert and the founder of InvestArk, where he manages a portfolio of nearly 4,000 units. In this episode, Randy discusses his transition from a corporate career to becoming a full-time real estate investor. He shares how his background in finance and risk management has been instrumental in his success, and why he believes that passive investing in real estate is a powerful strategy for busy professionals looking to diversify their portfolios and achieve financial freedom.   Whether you're new to real estate investing or an experienced investor, Randy's practical advice on risk mitigation, building strong partnerships, and navigating the current economic climate will help you make smarter investment decisions. Tune in to learn how you can create recession-resistant income streams, save on taxes, and build a legacy through real estate.   Key Talking Points: - Randy's journey from corporate life to real estate investing. - The benefits of passive real estate investing for busy professionals. - How Randy built a portfolio of nearly 4,000 units. - The importance of risk mitigation in real estate investing. - Building successful partnerships in the multifamily space. - Navigating the current high-interest rate environment and its impact on multifamily investments. - The value of fixed-rate debt vs. variable-rate debt in today's market. - The challenges and rewards of real estate investing during economic uncertainty. - The future of real estate investing and Randy's approach to new deals.   Find out more about Randy: Randy's Profile linkedin.com/in/randy-langenderfer Website invest-ark.com    Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and actionable tips to help you achieve your real estate goals. Keep your mindset straight, move forward, and find success driven by your why.   Listen to the “Real Estate Breakthrough” Show on: - Roku TV - YouTube - Amazon - iHeartRadio - Spotify - iTunes   Follow Christina Suter: - https://www.instagram.com/realchristinasuter - https://linktr.ee/realchristinasuter   Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated with more expert insights and success stories from the world of real estate investing!

Welcome to another episode of Real Estate Breakthrough with Christina Suter! In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Smallowitz, an aerospace engineer turned private lending expert, as he shares his journey from engineering to real estate and private lending. He was the Spacecraft Structure and Mechanical lead on NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. Developed the structural test program and conducted many of the tests for NASA's LADEE spacecraft structures. Lead on the Airborne Laser Program for Northrop Grumman Space Technology. Lead structural analyst at SpaceX on Falcon 1.   Key Topics Discussed: Jeff's Career and Transition to Private Lending Importance of Retirement Planning Current Trends in Private Lending  Jeff's Lending Criteria Challenges and Lessons from a Bad Deal Refining the Lending Process Advice for New Borrowers and Lenders   Find our 'Real Estate Breakthrough' show on other platforms: Amazon TV iHeartRadio Spotify  iTunes Subscribe, like, and share to stay updated with more expert insights and success stories from the world of real estate investing!

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Welcome to a special episode of The Real Estate Breakthrough Show! Today, we have the honor of hosting Brett Swarts, an accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions. Brett, who serves as a Deferred Sales Trust Trustee, brings a wealth of knowledge in exit planning, real estate investment, and wealth management.   He is the author of Amazon's #1 best-seller "Building a Capital Gains Tax Exit Plan" and a SUCCESS® Certified Coach, making him an authority in the field. About Brett Swarts: Brett Swarts leads Capital Gains Tax Solutions, where he helps clients with net worths ranging from $5M to $100M create and preserve wealth through the Deferred Sales Trust (DST) exit plan. With over $500 million in CRE brokerage and DST transactions under his belt, Brett combines his real estate investment expertise with innovative tax deferral strategies.    He also hosts the Capital Gains Tax Solutions and Expert CRE Secrets podcasts, interviewing industry leaders on topics like wealth management, leadership, and tax strategies.   Episode Topics: Introduction and Initial Meeting Deferred Sales Trust (DST) vs. 1031 Exchange Benefits of DST Historical Context and Personal Stories Client Success Stories Operational Details of DST Investment Flexibility Comparing DST to Traditional Trusts Future Tax Implications and Strategies Expert Guidance and Resources Join us for an enlightening discussion with Brett Swarts as he shares his expert insights and practical advice on capital gains tax solutions. Whether you're a high-net-worth individual, a real estate investor, or a trusted advisor, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you navigate the complexities of capital gains tax deferral. More about Brett: linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts capitalgainstaxsolutions.com expertcresecrets.com experttaxsecrets.com Email: brett@capitalgainstaxsolutions.com Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe!

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Real Estate Breakthrough Show! In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Julie Longtin, the owner of Cityside Properties and a true titan in the real estate industry.  With over 25 years of experience, Julie has been honored with numerous prestigious awards and has been featured in national publications for her remarkable contributions to the field.   About Julie Longtin: Julie Longtin is renowned for her impressive career achievements. She is the youngest woman in Rhode Island to be inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and has been recognized as a top PowerBroker by COStar Commercial Group. Julie's excellence in advertising has earned her publishing accolades, and she consistently ranks among the top ten RE/MAX Realtors in Rhode Island. Her insights and expertise have been quoted in hundreds of periodicals, including MONEY Magazine, The New York Times, and the Chicago Tribune. Julie's properties have even been showcased on the Today Show. She is also a former licensed real estate appraiser, adding another layer of expertise to her already impressive resume.   Cityside Properties: Julie Longtin leads Cityside Properties, formerly known as RE/MAX Cityside. Her team is proficient in handling a wide range of real estate transactions, including residential, commercial, rentals, property management, and expert testimony/studies. No property is too big or too small for Cityside Properties to successfully represent.   Community Involvement: Under Julie's leadership, Cityside Properties has made significant contributions to the community. They have been profiled by Providence Business News for their role as a pro-bono art gallery for local artists. Julie's team has also been recognized by Channel 10 and the Mayor of Providence for their charitable work, including a foster family drive that led to the placement of four children. Additionally, Cityside Properties supports various charitable organizations such as the United Way and Aids Care Ocean State. Be sure to ask about their community giving program.   Topics discussed: -Julie's Professional Journey of over 30 years in real estate - Achievements include being the youngest woman to hit RE/MAX Hall of Fame at age 31. - The process of overcoming industry challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field. - The importance of perseverance and overcoming obstacles in achieving success. - Julie's personal approach of failing forward and maintaining resilience. -The multifaceted benefits of real estate, from creating personal wealth to providing essential services and investment opportunities. - Current industry challenges including DOJ litigation concerning commission structures and perceived antitrust violations. - The misconceptions around commission structures and the impact on various sectors of the market. - The importance of prioritizing client needs over transactions. -The cyclical nature of financial markets and the importance of stability.   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more.    Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert interviews and real estate insights!   Find more about Julie here: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julielongtin Websites mycitysidehomes.com (Company) julielongtin.com (Personal) landvest.com (Company)

"People get enamored by numbers and we really  need to back it up and holistically understand the goals, risk and timeline." -Whitney Hutten    Today I am interviewing Whitney Elkins Hutten. She is the Director of Investor Education at Passive Investing. She also operates her own consulting and coaching practice called Ash Wealth, where she provides mentorship and development tactics for investors. Currently, she is partnered in $800 million in real estate assets and is the author of the book "Money For Tomorrow." She has been featured on the Bigger Pockets podcast, The Real Estate Syndication show, The Real Estate InvestHer and many more.   TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Becoming an investor by accident Teaching people how to leverage their resources  The necessary skills that get skipped over  Stop being enamored by numbers   Do you holistically know your goals, risk and timeline  What is an investment thesis  The know like and trust triangle  A skill doesn't always mean a passion  "Money for Tomorrow" by Whitney Hutten Create a blueprint that works  The 4 skills investors need  Do you have a job for every dollar  Treat your money like your partner  What happens when you don't choose financial independence  Enjoy the journey even without the achievements  How to prepare the next generation  Trust but verify    Listen now and find out how Whitney found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Whitney's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Whitney here:    Website PassiveInvesting.com Website AshWealth.com  Email whitney@passiveinvesting.com  

#187: Mike Zlotnik- The Bizarre Truth: Why Commercial Real Estate Investors Are in a Recession While Others Thrive   "What's really bizarre is if you're a commercial real estate investor, you are in a deep recession while everyone else is doing fine as the economy is not really in a deep recession." - Mike Zlotnik   Today I am interviewing Mike Zlotnik. He's an Investment Expert and coach with a successful background and long history in information technology and business intelligence. In 2009 he transitioned into real estate and in 2014 became the CEO of Tempo Family of Funds an Syndications,  an investment firm that specializes high yield growth and income investment opportunities for investors in both residential and commercial real estate.  He is a member of the investor mastermind groups Collective Genius, Venture Alliance and more. He is the host of the Big Mike Fund podcast, and is a national speaker.   TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   The predictability of real estate  Who is this recession hurting the most  Mikes background and beginnings in real estate The predictability of real estate  Real estate's technical elements an what they mean Badly structured deals in the commercial market Is residential stable  Why we use sensitivity analysis in investing The skill of building strong relationships  Your team defines your success  People, culture and numbers  What is a leaders function  Where is the economy currently  Are people running out of money Listen now and find out how Mike found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Quentin's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Mike here:    Website BigMikeFund.com  

"The asset that you buy and the revenue that's created, you're not going to get it anywhere else. You can chase traveling nurses, you can chase insurance providers in the mid term space, but that comes and goes." -Quentin Wendt   Today I am interviewing Quentin Wendt who is the General Manager at Pad Split, a technology platform and marketplace dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions for working people in working class neighborhoods. Quentin spent 22 years in management consulting for the food service industry and has only recently invested in his first property. However, with his extensive background in operations and management he joined the Pad Split team in 2022.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Quentin's introduction into real estate  People in real estate share  His time running a distribution and logistics business for Boars Head When he joined Pad Split  What is Pad Split and how does it work  Multi family returns on single family acquisitions  How are bedrooms in a Pad Split created Lead with the underwriting  How do investors get involved  Who is the target tenant  Forced appreciation in different markets Does the demand for affordable housing still exist  Don't lead with profit  How do you build an asset portfolio using BRRR  What is the hardest barrier of entry for investors Can both tenant and investor win Listen now and find out how Quentin found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Quentin's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Quentin here:    Website PadSplit.com

"The LPs traditionally are going to have the lion's share of that equity stack and if you don't have a good handle on those LP's, you can run into some hot water and not be able to raise your money." - Chad Zednek   Today I am interviewing Chad Zdenek. He is the CEO of CSQ Properties, which functions as an acquisition and reposition management company of multi-family and self storage real estate. They hold 750 multi-family units and 3,000 self storage units in California and other parts of the US. He has presented at my ITI Meeting as well as been a previous guest on the show.    Chad Zdenek: Had a career in construction and civil engineering, obtaining a license for both . He worked at Boeing for 7 years as a structural dynamics engineer before going into business with his brother which they ran successfully for a few years before Chad was bought out. After, he went into real estate full time and established CSQ Properties as well as grew a $150 million general partner portfolio.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Chads background at Boeing as a structural engineer What is CSQ Properties  Choosing the right investment partners The horse track analogy  Why no one talks about the LP's Who does what in an equity stack  How are syndications setup  The technicals matter  Who is the silent Co GP What is effective investor communication  How no communication becomes miscommunication Why Co GP's distance themselves  Treat all investors the same  The challenges with capital calls on distress deals  Reestablishing know, like and trust   Listen now and find out how Chad found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Chad's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Chad here:    Website csqproperties.com IG Chad Zdenek LinkedIn Chad Zdenek CSQ Properties

"I think whats really cool about real estate is doing the things no one is willing to do and the impact on the community it has." -Cody Davis   Today I am interviewing Cody Davis who I met recently at our ITI meeting. He was invited by Bronson Hill. I was very impressed with Cody's clarity and focus for implementing a strategy that is leading him to a future of financial freedom using creative seller financing.  In this interview Cody shares how he dropped out of college to purse a career in real estate. He now holds a real estate portfolio of  over 200 plus rental apartments as well as a water front property.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Cody got into seller financing  His start as an agent  Using real estate to increase our income  Not fighting the corporate ladder Real estate creates new possibilities  The path to above average  Not being consumed by the business  Diminishing returns  Investing in your current tenants  Avoid adding complicated steps  Build a business model around your goals Don't add any fluff  Get what you want by asking  Go for and build the relationship first  Listen now and find out how Cody found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Cody's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Cody here:    Website MultiFamilyStrategy.com Youtube Cody Davis Winning Business

"Capital raising is sales, it's really working with people using a lot of the same skill sets." -Bronson Hill   Today I am interviewing my friend, Co host of ITI and past mentee, Bronson Hill. He is the CEO and Founder of Bronson Equity, a passive investing and multi family syndication company. Bronson Equity works one on one with clients who are high earning individuals who want to invest passively. He is a general partner in over $150 million in real estate. Bronson is an educator and has written a report called The Single Best Investment Strategy During (or After) a Pandemic. He is an author, podcast host, the creator of the Advanced Real Estate Investing Summit, a guest speaker on numerous podcasts, a presenter at various conferences and meetings and so much more.    Bronson Hill: Began investing in real estate in 2006 when he purchased his first rental property. After the property began to cash flow, Bronson purchased other single family properties in Ohio, under the impression that he wanted to own 30 homes for passive investing. Later on a family member introduced Bronson to multi-family investing and there, Bronson learned how to raise capital for a deal. Now a few years later, he is a Multi Family Syndicator and financial coach.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Bronson's trajectory into real estate  Why he transitioned from single family to multi family  Diversify your portfolio People want time freedom over financial freedom Capital raising is sales How to find an approach that works  Can we come from a place of purpose  How does vision create purpose  Money is a tool  How Bronson raised $40 million Creating a positive relationship with money  The achievers dilemma  Keeping the ego in check  Helping people believe in themselves  Some deals come with challenges  Investing in ATMs    Listen now and find out how Bronson found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Bronson's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Bronson here:    Website BronsonEquity.com Email Bronson@bronsonequity.com LinkedIn Bronson Hill

#182: Todd Bayer- Playing the Long Term Real Estate Game   "You have to put more skin in the game to make the deal work and end up making much less profit so we are very challenged right now in real estate especially with flipping and the long term rental market."  -Todd Bayer   Today I am interviewing Todd Bayer. I've known Todd for many years and he has an extensive journey in the world of real estate from appraisals to flipping to launching the Rehab Loan Group and beyond. He partnered with Stephne McKee and started the successful networking group The Inland Empire Real Estate Investment Club. Todd would then pursue other avenues that included the tiny home and mobile home markets which also had its challenges. Now Todd is the Owner of FlowVestor which he launched after the pandemic which focuses on mobile home parks, multi family and self storage facilities.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Todd was introduced to real estate  Trading a 9-5 for a 9-9 Focus on what you're great at How The Rehab Loan Group was started Building a business while running one at the same time The power of networking  What is happening in the industry of lending  What are the current challenges  What is happening with real estate prices  There's not enough inventory  Best way to find a deal of market  Where to find off market deals How bad deals educate you as an investor  Stay in your lane  What is happening with the long term rental market   Listen now and find out how Todd found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Todd's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Todd here:    Website FlowVestor.com Email todd@flowvestor.com  

"Do you as a private investor have the right education to be able to ask the right questions to these operators." - Matthew Owens   Today I am interviewing Matthew Owens. He is the CEO of OCG Properties, which is a real estate investing company that focuses on “intelligent” investing and education. OCG Properties helps investors create cash flow strategies for long term returns and investments. He has presented numerous times at my FIBI Pasadena meeting and is a frequent speaker at other real estate meetings in the southern California area.    Matthew Owens: Started his career in real estate as a flipper and a licensed CPA. Over the past fifteen years, Matthew has successfully  flipped over 1,000 properties with over $35 million out to flippers currently. In 2006 he quit his job as a CPA and went into real estate full time.  Understanding the complexities of deals, Matthew founded OCG Properties to help people become educated on how to succeed in real estate using cash flow strategies and seller financing strategies for long term investing. He is a consultant, an advisor and host of the OCG Properties: Masters of Real Estate with Mathew Owens, CPA.   TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How to gain financial control  Everything falls on the owner  How to get a hold on your bookkeeping Are you cataloging your expenses properly  Why you should hire a team  How to hold yourself accountable as the business owner Separating your buckets of capital  Do you have proper reserves set in place Why you need multiple bank accounts The benefits of knowing how to talk to people  Networking is key Be open to new opportunities  Why invest in promissory notes Invest in syndications Is investing in real estate better than investing in stocks What is happening in the market currently  Will lowering rates add inventory    Listen now and find out how Matthew found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Matthew's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Matthew here:    Website OCGProperties.com LinkedIn Matthew Owens  

"It's not passive, it's your asset and it's your money so you don't just sit back and hope someone else is taking care of your money because no one cares about your money like you do." -Kaaren Hall    Today I am interviewing Kaaren Hall who is the founder of uDirect IRA Services. uDirect helps thousands of people self direct their IRA's into private equity investments such as real estate, notes, performing & non performing debt, crowdfunding and more. Assisting people with taking their retirement out of wall street and into private equity, Kaaren opened uDirect IRA in 2009, just a year after the 2008 downturn. She has presented at many local meetings including my FIBI Pasadena meeting numerous times as well as been a previous guest on my show.    Kaaren Hall: Prior to her career in IRA services and investing, Kaaren was a radio host and a news and on air traffic reporter. She then began working in the banking and real estate industry before taking a leap and beginning her own practice in Southern California. Understanding the importance of retirement and the power of taking care of your own financial freedom, uDirect IRA specializes in helping people create their own future in which they have full control over their retirement and financial freedom.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Being a woman in a male dominated industry  What are we responsible for  The importance of a morning routine  Inner determination  How do we build discipline  What you can and cannot do with a self directed IRA How do we make this process simple  Learn the rules of the game  New changes in the IRA industry  What is a 529 plan  What is a sep IRA How are people currently being impacted by the recession Has fraud died down  How do contribution limits impact an account What is Finra Broker Check  No one else will care about your money like you Why this is not a passive asset  The importance of multiple streams of income for retirement  What do you need to retire   Listen now and find out how Kaaren found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Kaaren's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Kaaren here:    Website uDirectIRA.com Email info@udirectira.com

"If you're getting in and starting now this is the golden opportunity that we've been waiting for for 10 years." -Andrew Cushman   Today I am interviewing Andrew Cusman. He is the Founder and Principal of Vantage Point Acquisitions, a private equity firm providing investment opportunities in multifamily assets. He has presented at FIBI Pasadena as well as been a former guests on my podcast. He has been featured on platforms like Bigger Pockets and Real Estate Rookie.    Andrew Cushman: Graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in chemical engineering. In 2006 Andrew and his wife started flipping houses in southern California right before the 2008 crash. Then Andrew began his journey into multi family investing.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Why did Andrew get into multi-family investing  Where is money made in multi family investing Become an expert in one thing Is the multi-family market suffering Where are we finding stress in the market  How do cap rates work on commercial properties  Why have insurance premiums gone up all over the country  How do variable loan rates effect current properties  What is Andrews secret sauce Are syndicators underwater  Why is now time to invest Why is new construction falling  Money is made on the operations  Giving back to your onsite teams Build relationships with property managers    Listen now and find out how Andrew found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Andrew's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Andrew here:    Website VAPACQ.com LinkedIn Andrew Cushman

"Passive income wasn't something ever discussed and getting an advanced education just taught me how to be an employee." -Amy Sylvis   Today I am interviewing Amy Sylvis, she is the Founder of Sylvis Capital, a syndication company specializing in multi family properties in upcoming markets.    Amy Sylvis: Was born with a condition called cystic fibrosis in which she was told she would only live to be 9 years old. She is currently 42 and is ecstatic that she has the ability to live her life to the fullest. She spent 13 years working in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry before she came across the book "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," which led her into passive income using the vehicle of real estate.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   What is your story  Amy's health journey  "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod Working on the mind  Why we read "Rich Dad Poor Dad" Can you trade time for money  What servers your success  Data tracking  Love the choices you make Investing in the right markets  Are we already in a recession  The perks of multifamily investing  Marco economic trends  Is it hard to purchase a home right now  How to use market research data Listen now and find out how Amy found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Amy's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Amy here:    Website SylvisCapital.com LinkedIn Amy Sylvis

I learned at a young age, like many other immigrants grit and how hard work has to happen so that you have a means to survive." -Jenny Gou    Today I am interviewing  Jenny Gou. She is one of the Managing Partners of Vertical Street Ventures, a multi family syndication company offering investment opportunities by using a full service approach for apartment investing. Jenny is responsible for operations at VSV and is also the lead for the VSV Multifamily Academy.    Jenny Gou: Began her career as a Sales Strategist for Procter & Gamble before transitioning to Vertical Street Ventures. She has a BA in Business Management from the University of Arizona and received her MBA from the University of Minnesota.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   What is Vertical Street Ventures Stop climbing the corporate ladder Teaching the next generation What being from an immigrant family taught me Where does the ambition come from  The value of a dollar  Is it hard being an entrepreneur  Why are people are greatest assets  What culture are we building  Ways to accelerate your business  Focusing on problem solving, not problems  Can we discern without judgment  What is residents first  What will VSV do during the upcoming recession Hire people that do it better than you    Listen now and find out how Jenny found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Jenny's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Jenny here:    Website Vertical Street Ventures  LinkedIn Vertical Street Ventures Facebook Vertical Street Ventures Instagram VerticalStreetVentures  

The more people I got to know, I realized there's a lot of money you can make in real estate and you can get involved or uninvolved as you want." Chris Collins   Today I am interviewing Chris Collins. He is the Managing Partner at Amity Cash Flow which acquires multi-family apartment properties and creates opportunities for accredited and non accredited investors. He has invested actively and passively in 6 states, over 2,500 apartment units totaling 200 million dollars. He has also presented at my FIBI Pasadena Multi Family Meeting.    Chris Collins: Has a background in Hollywood as a television editor, but has been investing in real estate for a decade. His goal with Amity Cash Flow is to help people gain financial independence no matter the industry you are in.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   From Hollywood to real estate  The basics of real estate  Putting in the effort  Building strong relationships with partners from other markets  Transparency and investor relations  Make the business plan understandable  Encourage your investors to ask questions  The real estate business is a relationship business  Is there an abundance of real estate opportunities  Why you should partner with syndicators What challenges are multi family facing at the moment  How are interest rates affecting buyers and sellers differently  Tips for buyers  Why are sellers holding on to their properties  Should buyers explore alternative/creative financing  What factors push sales Why have rents risen  How will you handle the potential recession  How to maintain what you already have  How to deal with contractors  Why you need good oversight    Listen now and find out how Chris found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Chris's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Chris here:    Website AmityCashFlow.com IG AmityChrisCollins

"We want people to invest with us because they like and trust us and we encourage people to diversify so they can have the ability to work with who they like." Reed Goosens   Today I am interviewing Reed Goosens and Ben Gray who are both the brains behind RSN Property Group which specializes in fix and flip multi-family apartment complexes. Although they both are from Australia, Reed and Ben both live and invest in the US. Reed has previously been a guest on this show, as well as presented at both my FIBI Pasadena Meeting as well as my ITI Meeting. Reed is a national speaker and is the host of the Investing in the US Podcast. TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Reed and Ben met  How to be sustainable as a multifamily syndicator  Investors should diversity  Keeping a tight team  How to reduce building cost The worldwide issue of unaffordability  What are they investing in How to incorporate other passions into real estate Maintaining a sense of curiosity  How do you keep a clear head Why is having a business partner necessary  How to stay connected to your purpose The uncertainty of entrepreneurship Get comfortable with being uncomfortable  Current challenges in the multi-family market Are we in a recession How have interest rates affected the market  What are operators currently challenged with    Listen now and find out how Reed and Ben found their Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Reed and Ben's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about RSN Property Group here:    Website RSNPropertyGroup.com

"It's about inner work so that the outer world can give you what you're seeking." -Christina Suter   Today I was interviewed by my mentor Raven Blair Davis on my recent feature in the Wall Street Journal in collaboration with Marquis Who's Who, which has been an honor. In this episode we talk about overcoming challenges, what it means to step into your power and how I am currently transitioning into my new practice.   TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   Christina's 35 years of experience as a real estate investor  Chrstina's career in being an advisor working with 100+ clients Who's Who Nomination  Her feature in the Wall Street Journal  Christina's transition into the family office space  The importance of inner transformation  Christina's growth in the media and public speaking  How to use ones voice to create impact  How to push through personal challenges  The success and failures of working in real estate    Listen now and find out how Christina found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Christina's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Christina here:    Website ChristinaSuter.com Youtube Christina Suter  IG @RealChristinaStuer LinkedIn Christina Suter Twitter RealChristinaSuter

"It all comes down to impact and with the younger generations, we find they are also seeking ways to make a difference, but sometimes they don't get the opportunity to feel they are making a difference." -Franco Perez   Today I am interviewing Franco Perez. He is the Founder of Franco Mobile Homes, a company that focuses on providing affordable, efficient, and well designed mobile homes to residents of the Bay area of California. Franco's personal experiences of economic disparities landed him in the real estate field where he began his search for solutions. He is a beacon for the affordable housing movement whose goal is to give families the opportunity to become homeowners and obtain financial stability.    Frano Perez:  Moved to CA at the age of 11 from the Philippines with his family. At 18 Fracno had to quit school so that he could work and provide for his family. He became a real estate agent and after working in the industry for a bit, Franco had a realization that the wealth gap was significant between the wealthy and working class. His question became how do I help people bridge the wealth gap and his solution was mobile homes.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How to gain new perspectives  Franco's early days as a real estate agent  How franco got into mobile home ownership  What is Francos mission  Mobile home conversions  How does the wealth gap affect home ownership  Where does the drive to change come from  Why is entrepreneurship important  How pressure can create resourcefulness  Celebrating beyond the numbers  How to harness a team driven by impact  How do we trade value, not dollars How will the upcoming recession affect the mobile home market Is there a skilled labor shortage in the housing industry  The importance of building affordable housing  Why are median home prices not affordable  What are the benefits of owning a mobile home  Breaking the stigma of mobile home park communities   Listen now and find out how Franco found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Neal's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Franco here:    Website www.franco.TV Youtube Franco Mobile Homes  IG FrancoSiliconValley

"AI is going to take a lot of jobs, but real estate will always be here." -Sharif Shakhshir   Today I am interviewing Sharif Shakhshir. He is the Senior Vice President of CALCAP, a real estate investment company specializing in alternative investment opportunities for institutions and individual investors. He is also the Founder and CIO of Falcon Capital Management, a company  that focuses on underwriting on upcoming acquisitions, deal sourcing, investment analytics, strategy and industry networking and deal financing.     Sharif Shakhshir: Has a bachelors and masters in finance. He was always interested in finance and even started collecting gold and silver as a kid. He began his career as a stockbroker before working for Countrywide in the lending division. Now he is the Senior Vice President of CALCAP and operates his own company, Falcon Capital Management.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Sharif found his way into real estate investing  What are the challenges and the opportunities  Pay attention to the details  What is desktop underwriting  What is a pro forma analysis  Sharif's quick cap rate calculator  How to provoke efficiency in property analysis Exploring the various ways to do rent comps  What is the current trend in the multi family market  Why no one wants to sell  Dissecting the usage of bridge loans  The impact of interest rates  Are we looking at a recession  How do we prepare for economic softening Will the banking system change  Finding your tribe  Using meetings to develop relationships    Listen now and find out how Sharif found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Sharif's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Sharif here:    LinkedIn Sharif Shakhshir Website CALCAPAdvisors Website FalconCapitalmgmt

"No asset class, not even multifamily is so incredible that it can be good at all times in all markets." -Neal Bawa   Today I am interviewing Neal Bawa. He is the CEO and Founder of GroCapitus and UGro, which are real estate investment companies that focus on building, sourcing or obtaining commercial real estate properties. He has taught more than 10, 000 investors with his free data analytics course and is highly sought after to speak at real estate conferences around the country. He is called the mad scientist of multifamily investing and believes "data beats gut feel by a million miles."   Neal Bawa: Got started in real estate very differently than most people. He was running technology companies and used that money to build custom campuses. Not having any prior experience in this process, he however was able to very successfully build a 27,000 square foot campus which became extremely successful landing him more opportunities to build over the years. He began buying single family properties in 2008 and eventually pivoted into multifamily investing full time.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How data serves us better than gut feeling  What Neal Does as a data technologist  How Neal was introduced to the world of real estate  What does Gro Capitus do Engaged as a buyer, not as a seller  Being 12 months ahead of everyone else   What is land banking  Is it the time to buy multifamily assets  Follow the data not the current trends How to fight against biases  What happened to the Phoenix market  Don't ignore the cycle  The rationale of investors  Why has retail and office fallen so dramatically  Will the office market continue to decline  Is office conversions a possibility  Investor vs a speculator  What is the relationship between interest rates and cap rates How does land banking work When is the next bottom  The current state of inflation  What is quantitative easing    Listen now and find out how Neal found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Neal's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Neal  here:    Website www.GroCapitus.com  

"Real estate is not a get rich quick, its a get rich for sure." - Steven Pesavento    Today I am interviewing Steven Pesavento. He is the Founder and President of VonFinch Capital, a private real estate firm specializing in value-add multifamily, investment management and sponsorship.  He is the host of the Investor Mindset podcast and is a high performance coach.    Steven Pesavento: Started working in management consulting but knew that wasn't where you wanted to be. He started working in high growth startups in Boulder, Colorado before making his switch to real estate investing in 2016.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Steven got started in real estate  Why Steven choose to invest in real estate  How personal development is the core to success in real estate  Overcoming challenges to push forward  There is more than one vehicle to achieve financial freedom  How to operate from a place of clarity  Why real estate is not a get rich quick game  The traps of having a victim mindset  Is the system broken  Fueling your perspective  How to build yourself from the inside out How to go from victim to victor  What is happening in the multi-family market  What are the big institutions doing right now How do we double investors money  What about the recession How can you leverage on this current market  Can you find where the opportunities are Listen now and find out how Steven found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Steven's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Steven here:    Website VonFinch.com  

“I want to understand this thing called passive income, but first how do you make the money and get into that mindset ? I learned wealthy people have a different mindset.” -Kathy Fettke   Today I am interviewing Kathy Fettke who is the co creator of the Real Wealth Network alongside her husband Rich Fettke. Kathy is an investor, educator, and radio host who is a guest expert on platforms like CNN, Fox News, NPR, CBS, CNBC, Marketwatch and the Wall Street Journal. She is the author of a best selling book "Retire Rich with Rentals" and is also the host and creator of the podcast The Real Wealth Show with listeners in 133 countries. She has presented at my FIBI Pasadena meeting times numerous and also is a guest speaker at many others.    Kathy Fettke: Began her career in broadcasting with a BA in Broadcast Communications from San Francisco State University. She worked in news media, but eventually discovered it wasn't for her. After family hardships, she went from a stay at home mom to a full time investor. She also became a certified personal coach where she educates people on creative financing as well as mindset.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   The rights and wrongs in real estate  How Kathy got started in real estate with a 1031 exchange  Why mindset is the key to transformation  Wealthy people have a different mindset  Understanding the flow of money  Are you in your own way  Your mindset will set the foundation of your success  The healthy benefits of journaling and meditation  The importance of facing your fears How to face the next level necessary growth  Do you know your other selves and the gifts they have to offer the world  What is self reference  Why the deeper you go a deeper understanding is required There are many ways to become wealthy and create passive income  How to treat real estate like a business  What is an entrepreneurs brain  Do the opposite of what the headlines tell you to do  Are we in a recession Understand what you are buying     Listen now and find out how Kathy found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Kathy's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Kathy here:    Website RealWealth.com Website GrowDevelopments.com

"Use your portfolio of alternative investments to design your income so you can replace your w2 income with income coming from stable assets that go up in value when the market gets afraid, scary or slows down." - Ted Greene   Today I am interviewing Ted Greene again, only this time he is sharing his current economic update.    He is the Investor Relations Manager at Spartan Investment Group who focuses on acquiring commercial real estate assets. Ted transitioned from equities to real estate after working in the field as a Fiduciary and Investment Advisor.  I spoke with Ted at the Best Ever Conference and knew right then that I wanted him to join me on the podcast. I have in the past interviewed Scott Lewis, the CEO & Founder of Spartan as well as the President CIO & Co Founder Ryan Gibson who presented at FIBI Pasadena.    Ted Greene: Started in the financial industry right out of college with Merrill & Lynch and after 24 years in the industry he ended that part of his career as a portfolio manager chief compliance officer.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Economist you can rely on  Who is David Rosenberg Why is there a lot of new supply coming on board  Is luxury development superseding affordable housing  What happens during times of contraction  How does job participation play a role  How long does it take to feel the full effect of Fed increases  When will we see the economy slow  What is the LEI index  Why did the Federal Reserve create a repo market and what does that mean  Why are banks no longer selling their loans to the treasury  The peak of storage units and its stability in the market  How life transitions affect the market  What is investors psychology  Managing our risk assets  Have you designed a stream of income to replace your W2 income  Why you need to invest in a variety of asset classes  What does all of this mean for residential real estate    Listen now and find out how Ted found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Ted's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Ted here:    Website Spartan-Investors.com LinkedIn Ted Greene Email Ted@spartan-investors.com  

"For me business is personal and they are intertwined so I treat them the same and if I do business with a persona I need to have a personal relationship with them as well." -Linda Lim   Today I am interviewing Linda Lim. She is the Founder of Essential Element Capital which is a private property investment company. Her focus is passive income and helping clients reach their financial goals by providing them with win win opportunities.    Linda Lim: Was raised in an entrepreneurial family in Indonesia and although their background was in finance, they were not involved in real estate. She received her MBA in finance and then went on to become a financial advisor, but in the 2008 crash she pivoted and jumped full time into entrepreneurship. She now invests and works out of state in Arizona and also has offices in Nevada and Texas where she helps investors attain financial independence.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   How did Linda get involved in financial industry  Working in a financial institution  How Linda eventually began a career in real estate  What is Essential Element Capital  The transition to commercial real estate  Why Linda began investing out of state  The importance of shadowing people Linda's secret sauce of interpersonal relations  Always be a student  Using compassion to your advantage  Making long lasting connections Why business is personal   Know Like and Trust  The pros of having an entrepreneurial background  Getting comfortable with your investments  How to be fluid and open to solutions  Trust yourself or the market  How to move forward after a loss What does financial freedom mean    Listen now and find out how Linda found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Scott's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Linda here:    Website EssentialElementCapital.com Email linda@essentialelementcapital.com  

#166: Scott Lewis- Maintaining a Company Culture in The World of Self Storage   “If you're honest with yourself, work diligently towards that goal and are disciplined, I think the wealth and the finance stuff will be a manifestation of being true to yourself.” -Scott Lewis   Today I am interviewing Scott Lewis. He is the Co Founder and CEO of Spartan Investments Group and is responsible for the strategic direction of the company. Before entering into real estate, Scott worked in the biotech industry in regional sales and also held positions of management for the federal government. Scott has been a guest on my podcast in the past and you can find that segment here.    Scott Lewis:  Did not enter real estate in the traditional sense, but was a framer in high school and developed a skill for building. That skill aided him as a flipper as he was just entering the world of real estate.  After flipping he started investing in the self storage space and later on founded Spartan Investment Group. Scott was also an active duty US army Infantry Officer.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Scott's introduction into real estate  From flipping to self storage  Why Spartan choose to invest in self storage  How saturated is that particular asset class The rise of self storage as an asset class The smaller the asset the higher the competition  Doors vs square footage  What to look for when investing in self storage  Developing standards as an entrepreneur  Creating the ultimate company culture  How to develop a growth mindset  What does it mean to be a good leader  Using your natural talents and grit to solve problems  Ask the question, how do you make decisions  Due you due diligence Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke    Listen now and find out how Scott found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Scott's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Scott here:    Website Spartan-Investors.com 

“I didn't think a guy working in HR could get involved in something like this until I started talking to a network of people and that's where that education came from.” Chad Ackerman    Today I am interviewing Chad Ackerman who is one of the Founders of Left Field Investors, a community of investors who educate, inspire and help others achieve financial freedom through passive investing. I met Chad at the Best Ever Conference where we were on a panel discussing what it means to be successful at passive investing. Chad with a background in banking and data analytics, was able to pivot those skills into deal analyzing to help evolve his and others real estate investments. Left Field Investors has an incredible team of Founders, community members and resources including their podcast Passive Investing From Left Field.    Chad Ackerman: Was always interested in real estate, but went into banking as a data analyst while passive investing on the side. He received a Bachelor's degree in Business and a minor in Real Estate from the University of Cincinnati.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Why the syndicator is the most important asset  The fundamentals of Left Field Investors  Building community on education and networking  Is the deal the most important thing  Tools for vetting an operator  Left Field Investors Membership tool  The power of choice How to create access for diversification Investable income percentages What are the 3 elements of diversification  What is an active passive investor  The importance of staying up with the economy   Active vs passive investing  How to remain engaged even as a passive investor  What happened to stocks  Managing the deal vs what can I get out of it   Listen now and find out how Chad found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Chad's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Chad here:    Website LeftFieldInvestors.com  LinkedIn Chad Ackerman

“There's going to be a time when what we are willing to pay matches what the seller is willing to accept so we're going to stay true to our fundamentals.” -Gary Lipsky    Today I am interviewing Gary Lipsky who is the President of Break of Day Capital which is a company that helps investors with passive investing for wealth and legacy building using the asset of multi-family properties that are underperforming in high growth markets. Gary, who has 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience in real estate is the host of the Real Estate Investor Podcast and has more than 3000 apartment units valued over$250 million. He has built various successful businesses over the years and is the best selling Author of a book titled Best of Class.     Gary Lipsky: Since a kid had an entrepreneurial spirit. In college along with his roommate, started a restaurant delivery service in New York. After college he was working as a production assistant on film sets before deciding to make and co-produce a few independent films. Later on he got involved in another business running after school programs which he sold in 2016 to go into real estate full time.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Who you are matters most Being in it for the long haul  The importance of giving back  Gary's background in working with underprivileged youth  Putting a team together to create solutions  Making mistakes along the way  Moving up the ranks in responsibility  Maintaining composure in the difficult field of real estate  Quality over quantity  How is the current recession affecting current deals  Increases value adds  Looking outside the box to create deals  Converting office space into multi-family properties  Understanding and anticipating cash flow  How Gary made it in to  the American Apartments Owners Association  Build in buffers in your underwriting The importance of taking care of your staff and property managers   What does financial freedom bring you  Listen now and find out how Gary found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Glenn's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Gary here:    Website BreakofDayCapital.com LinkedIn Gary Lipsky  Email Gary@breakofdaycapital.com 

“The more we get into the habit of giving up our freedom to somebody else, the less control we have and the less of an ability we have to say this is how I want my little corner of the universe.” -Stephen Mckee   This is a re-air of a show I recorded with Stepehen McKee some time ago on building tiny homes, but also building community.    Today I am interviewing Stephen McKee who is one of the founders of Back Porch Homes. Stephen has been in the real estate field for 15 years with a focus on buy and flip and now has recently over the past few years shifted into tiny homes and ADU's. Alongside his long time partner Todd Bayer, Stephen runs the Inland Empire Real Estate Investment club with over 5,000 members. He speaks at meetings in southern California and has also presented at my FIBI Pasadena meeting numerous times.    Stephen McKee: began his career in real estate in the buy and flip market. He is the former COO of Rehab Loan Group which at one point was the highest leverage lender in the US. He is a former business structuring coach, a former acquisitions agent and a Former REO (bank repo) real estate agent for a top 1% REO firm.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   Back Porch Homes Inland Empire Investment club meeting dynamics  What is the community of a club  80/20 rule How was COVID affected production  Buy and hold vs flipping  Why multi units are doing well in this market  Elder care and hotel markets  Office space conversions  Andy Teasley  How building a community aids in personal growth  Why manufacturing is better than rehabbing  The simplicity of manufacturing  Tiny homes and ADU's  What will happen to the market in a year The baby boomer client  Jim Collins on Tim Ferris    Listen now and find out how Stephen found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Glenn's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Stephen here:    Website www.backporchomes.com Phone 951-394-1844  

 “My bias would be we're headed into a recession and that's likely to be an earnings contraction in corporate America and that is going to happen in commercial real estate as well.” - Ted Greene   Today I am interviewing Ted Greene. He is the Investor Relations Manager at Spartan Investment Group who focuses on acquiring commercial real estate assets. Ted transitioned from equities to real estate after working in the field as a Fiduciary and Investment Advisor.  I spoke with Ted at the Best Ever Conference and knew right then that I wanted him to join me on the podcast. I have in the past interviewed Scott Lewis, the CEO & Founder of Spartan a well as the President CIO & Co Founder Ryan Gibson who presented at FIBI Pasadena.    Ted Greene: Started in the financial industry right out of college with Merrill & Lynch and after 24 years in the industry he ended that part of his career as a portfolio manager chief compliance officer.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   What is an equity investment  Follow the economy  How do large banks become at risk  The story of Robert Citron  The yield curve is inverted, what does this mean  What happened with Silicon Valley Bank  How low tenancy is affecting businesses and banking  When do the Fed rate increases take full effect What is the treasury doing  Recession trends  Why the US government is lowering credit quality  Understand the risk  The mature investor vs the young investor and what they focus on  The real question is how badly can I get hurt What is a PE ratio and how does it apply to earnings  Is there a contraction in commercial real estate  Are they trying to control hyperinflation  What happened between 1977 and 1982 Equities vs real estate, which is the better investment vehicle  What are the asset types that benefit from turmoil  Internal rate of return and equity multiple, look this up The chain of payouts, who gets paid first  What are the counter cyclical investments that perform well  Why are bonds not a safe haven  The Conference Board Listen now and find out how Ted found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Glenn's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Ted here:    Website Spartan-Investors.com LinkedIn Ted Greene Email Ted@spartan-investors.com

"The stock market is volatile and real estate in the multifamily space is not. Therefore it outperforms all other asset classes."  - Glenn Hanson   Today I am interviewing Glenn Hanson. He is the Founder and CEO of Colony Hills Capital, which is a privately held real estate investment firm with a focus on secondary market value-add multifamily apartments. Glenn has over 30 years of creative entrepreneurial experience in the multifamily world and is also the Co-Founder of angel investment group River Valley Investors.    Glenn Hanson: Out of high school, alongside his brother, worked at a machine tool company which they eventually purchased in 1991. Not knowing how to manage money, they hired professionals to invest their wealth into the stock market which did not end well. Eventually that catapulted him into money management and creating an angel investment group and investing in real estate.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How did Glenn begin investing in multifamily real estate  The pros of multifamily investing  Is real estate a better investment than stocks Not losing capital in real estate  The consistency of real estate  Does real estate outperform other asset classes  What businesses make money and what businesses don't  Why Glenn solely focuses on real estate Is real estate a safe haven  What does Colony Hills Capital do  Stephen Covey-  7 Habits of Highly Effective People   Managing properties from afar  Is there potential in the midwest The importance of protecting your investors  Invest in your employees What is the people side of the business  What is value beyond the dollar  Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs  Real estate requires trust, stocks don't   Listen now and find out how Glenn found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Glenn's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Glenn here:    Website ColonyHillsCapital.com Email glenn.hanson@colonyhillscapital.com

“Do what you need to do so that you move your mindset from Im exhausted to I can make a difference and I can choose.”  -Christina Suter   Today is going to be a unique and special show because I will be focusing on mindset both yours and mine and talking about my own personal story and how I found my why. In this episode I reveal some childhood stories both negative and positive that have given me a deeper meaning into why I became an investor and how that has contributed to my relationship with my daughter. Real estate investing has been the vehicle that has allowed me to find clarity and solidify my purpose so that I did not repeat the cycles I witnessed growing up. It has given me the necessary foundation to be a supportive and available mother in addition to fulfilling my purpose of helping others to discover their purpose.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   What's my why  How Christina's childhood shaped the definition of her purpose  Facing the uncertainties of real estate and how that relates to life How the flexibility of real estate fulfills Christina's purpose  Do you know your why  How being diagnosed with Dyslexia and ADHD altered Christina's confidence and sense of self worth  Why considering yourself damaged is still no excuse to not show up What are the benefits of personal growth work  Why investing in your mindset and personal growth is the first step towards financial freedom  No matter what, you have to keep moving forward    Listen now and find out how Christina found her Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Christina's interview on Youtube here.   Find out more about Christina here:    Phone 310-463-5942 Email christina@christinasuter.com Website ChristinaSuter.com Twitter RealChristinaSuter_ IG RealChristinaSuter

“I had to come into the mindset that fear doesn't exist and that's why I tell people don't use the words try, hope and fear because those words kill you because we are our own worst critics. “- Thomas Chappell     Today I am interviewing Thomas Chappell. He is an investor, flipper and the Founder of the Black Inland Empire Real Estate Investment Club. He has been in real estate for 10 years and for the past few years he has been working on educating the local community by hosting monthly events in which I have presented in the past. Thomas is in the process of creating a real estate show and other real estate related ventures in the near future. His meeting is held the third wednesday of every month and I'll be presenting on April 19, 2023.    Thomas Chappell: Started his investing career by finding mentors and then getting into wholesaling. He knew he needed to turn his life around when he became a single father and that's when real estate became a part of his life. His first mentors Andy Teasley along with Stephen McKee and a few others, were the catalyst for the start of his real estate career.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   How Thomas found his way into real estate  Using real estate as a vehicle for being a present parent  Andy Teasley  The difference between wholesaling and flipping  Leading with friendliness and confidence  Letting go of the past to move forward  Stephen Mckee Why Thomas started the Black Inland Empire Real Estate Investment Club  Solidifying your being with emotional and mental awareness  How to use defeats to move forward  Practicing the art of talking to people  Perceptions and auras  How to find direction  The deep importance of having mentors  How becoming a best seller attracts an audience  How does integrity show up daily and what to do with it  Keeping your brand, community, and investors complete with accountability   Interlocking and growing with your network  Why assets make you rich and not money  Options and freedom What are your monetary needs  What is a true legacy and what does it entail  Christina presenting at BIEREIC April 2023 Building a business around what you love  Why one income no longer fits the bill    Listen now and find out how Thomas found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Mario's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Thomas here:    Phone (404) 844-1828 Email ThomasChappell33@yahoo.com Website BIEREIC.com  

“There are people on the team who are better than you at something and can provide that value and make the property run even better.” Powell Chee   Today I am interviewing Powell Chee. He is the Managing Partner of Radiant Storage which just acquired a 350 unit self storage property outside of Birmingham Alabama. His background is in multifamily investing as a general partner with over 1,000 units spread across the United States. For the past three years, Powell shifted his focus from multi family to self storage. He has presented at my FIBI Real Estate Multi Family meeting and has been featured on many different platforms and podcasts.    Powell Chee: Purchased his first property in 2017 in Indianapolis Indiana and has since became a partner in acquiring over 1,000 units and counting. During the pandemic Powell began investing in storage units with his company Radiant Storage. He has two masters degrees and received the President's Circle Award for a Fortune 500 company.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   How Powell just acquired a storage unit in Alabama Powell's background in multi family investing  What to look for when investing in self storage  Multifamily value add vs self storage value add's How do you run your business effectively  What is the traditional model of self storage and how does the new model compare  How to cut expenses  How do you managed an automated site  The pros of investing in self storage over multi family  How Powell manages his capex items  Marketing to new  self storage renters Raising capital  Learn what you're good at and find partners for expansion  How to achieve financial freedom    Listen now and find out how Powell found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Mario's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Powell here:    LinkedIn Powell Chee Email invest@radiantstorage.com Email powell@radiantwe.com 

“If you study and get to know the community you're building in, the culture, the people who live in the community and what they are interested in, you have the power and can do whatever you want with design.” -Carmine Sabatella   Today I am super excited to interview my friend and associate Carmine Sabatella. He is a design extraordinaire who has worked with me on past projects and flips. He is a Real Estate Agent, Flipper and owner of the companies  CSDomains and The Sabatella Group.  CS Domains specializes in restoration and renovation of old historic homes. He is the host of the hit TV show Inside Out on HGTV which is currently in its second season. He is a renowned designer who has transpired the lives and businesses of many people and clients. He is a speaker, educator, host and has presented at my FIBI Pasadena meeting early 2023.    Carmine Sabatella: Successfully worked in the restaurant business before existing and switching to a career in real estate. With a background in interior design and landscape architecture, which was his hobby for 20 years, he dove head first into residential home design in 2015. His love for design has led him into rehabbing architecturally preserved homes from the 1800's to the 1960's. His work ethic, expertise and integrity has named him in the top 1% of the Compass network and rated amongst the top Producers in the Pasadena Office.  TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE   How Carmine transitioned from the restaurant business to real estate  How to surrender into a new career path  Can you create your own environment  The pros of social media How Carmie manages and uses his social media platforms  How does social media engage success  Why you should brand your content for consistency  How to maintain recognition  The importance of sharing valuable information  What it means to work with your people  How to strengthen your relationships  How Carmine and Christina worked together and found solutions  Design do's and don'ts  Where should your money really go and working with a tight budget  What elevates the project  Are we in a stabilized market  What is the value of clear integrity  How to maintain your standards  Know your demographic  Taming your ego is important in this business  Why you should always be learning    Listen now and find out how Carmine found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Mario's interview on Youtube here.  Find out more about Carmine  here:    Website CarmineSabatella.com Instagram @RealDesignCarmine

"The size and strength of your network will directly determine how many deals you can do and how fast you can make money."  -Kevin Oliver   Today I am interviewing Kevin Oliver who I have known for 10+ years. He is a Broker and Investor in Bakersfield, CA and has 15+ years of experience as an investor, wholesaler and educator. He has recently been appointed as President and Chair of the Kern County Civil Service Commissions. He is a licensed realtor and in 2008 he received the International Hall of Fame award from (Rich Dad education). He currently invests in transitional housing. He has presented at large conferences and real estate events around the country. Kevin has also presented at my FIBI Pasadena meeting numerous times and is featured on various podcasts and real estate shows.    Kevin Oliver: Received his masters in Computer Science from George Washington University. He is the Director and Chapter Leader for FIBI Bakersfield which is the largest real estate meeting in the area while also serving on the Executive Board of Directors for Real Estate Investors Group (REI Group). He has been a part of 1000+ projects and is Founder of Oliver Associates and Real Estate Team.    TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:   What does it mean to build an empire  How Kevin was able to build his network to thrive as an investor  Why you need people to bring you business  What happens after you are in the deal  As an investor you have to work with partners  How can vendors bring you business  How do collaborations form  You cannot do real estate by yourself  Who you know also knows others  Consult with your mentors  Benefits of being involved in political sectors  How do you let people know what you do How to network with community leaders Be seen as an expert in your industry  Get involved with charities Kevin's journey to becoming President of the Kern County Civil Service Commission Volunteer your time and be willing to participate      Listen now and find out how Kevin found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Mario's interview on Youtube here.    Find out more about Kevin here:    Website YourRealtor.us Phone 661-808-3444 Email kevinoliver.realtor@gmail.com

"Real estate is such a diverse field that the way you participate in real estate, the way you start in real estate can be based upon your natural talent."-Christina Suter   Today I am talking about your education and the overview of you. The biggest thing you need to cultivate in real estate is yourself. Knowing who you are and what you do or don't like doing will help you reach your goals in investing in real estate. Your personality plays a major role in how you go about handling yourself in investing. Those four things are your risk tolerance, sleep factor, natural talents and control. Know your risk tolerance so you know how far to go with investing, know how much cash in or out you need in order to get a good night rest, find out if your natural talents are more related to people or business and lastly, do you need to have control over your investments? I encourage you to ask yourself these very vital questions to help bring you even more clarity whether you're a current investor or thinking of investing in the future.    Topics Covered in this episode:    How the education about yourself just as important as education on a particular topic What lights you up  Are you willing to engage in risk  What is your risk tolerance & know what that is Information, education, experience  What is your sleep factor  You and Investing Part 1 How to use your natural talents in real estate investing  Don't violate your instinct  Listen now and find out how Marioo found his Real Estate Breakthrough!   The Real Estate Breakthrough Show with Christina Suter is where we talk about the reality of real estate, the mindset you need and the tips and tricks to get you moving forward in investing. Join us every other week and learn everything you need to know to invest in real estate on Youtube, iTunes, Spotify, and more. You can watch Mario's interview on Youtube here.    Find our more about Christina here:    Website www.ChristinaSuter.com   Facebook Christina Suter   LinkedIn Christina Suter  Instagram RealChristinaSuter Twitter RealChristinaS