Podcasts about commercial real estate

Welcome back to another powerful “How-To” lesson with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino. This week, Gino continues his deep dive into the top mistakes multifamily investors make — and how you can avoid them.In Part 2, Gino breaks down five more critical pitfalls, drawn from two decades of personal investing experience and coaching thousands of students. From building the right team to understanding debt structure, this episode gives you the tools to succeed — and the wisdom to sidestep disaster.Whether you're an LP, GP, or just getting started in real estate, this episode is a masterclass in what NOT to do in multifamily investing.Want personalized help on your multifamily journey?Visit https://www.wheelbarrowprofits.com and schedule a call with our team.Subscribe for more multifamily investing insights each week.Comment below: What mistake have you made or avoided? We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

Wayne Courreges III is passionate about helping busy professionals build generational wealth by offering the opportunity to passively invest in commercial real estate syndications. His company, CREI Partners currently has over 50 million in assets under management in Texas, Louisiana, and Alabama. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. In real estate, success is not about avoiding failure, its about managing it and turning set backs into growth. 2. The importance of investing early is reducing dependency on your business, creating additional income and ultimately providing financial security. 3. Most deals go well but it is investing and it is a risk. Knowing who is really the team who is driving the investment is essential. Uncover Strategies and Techniques That Will Give You the Tools to Grow Wealth and Meet Your Goals, by Passively Investing in Real Estate - Passive Investor Coaching Sponsors Northwest Registered Agent - Don't wait. Protect your privacy, build your brand and set up your business in just 10 clicks in 10 minutes. Visit NorthwestRegisteredAgent.com/fire and start building something amazing. Shopify - If you want to see less carts being abandoned, it's time for you to head over to Shopify. Sign up for your 1-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/onfire.  

In this episode of the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast, host Amy Sylvis explores the nuances of commercial real estate investing, discussing how investors have more control over property appreciation compared to single-family homes. Amy debunks two prevalent myths: the idea that housing prices won't rise, making it a bad time to invest, and the belief that high interest rates deter investment in commercial real estate. Through practical examples and financial data, Amy illustrates the concept of forced appreciation and the impact of interest rates on property valuation. She emphasizes the importance of education in making informed investment decisions in the commercial real estate market.Connect with Amy Sylvis:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/Contact Us:https://www.sylviscapital.comhttps://www.sylviscapital.com/webinarThe Hands-Off Investor: An Insider's Guide to Investing in Passive Real Estate Syndications by Brian Burke - Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/8OudF4B00:00 Introduction 00:53 Welcome to the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast01:39 Understanding Financial Abundance02:44 Busting Myths in Commercial Real Estate04:18 Myth 1: Housing Prices and Investment Timing22:50 Myth 2: Interest Rates and Real Estate Investment28:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Luis Poggi is the CEO and Co-Founder of HouseWhisper, a startup at the intersection of real estate and generative AI, building tools that transform how homes are marketed and sold. A seasoned tech executive with deep experience in product, marketing, and sales, Luis previously held leadership roles at Zillow and Expedia, where he helped scale industry-defining platforms in PropTech and travel.Now focused on shaping the AI revolution in real estate, Luis blends entrepreneurial vision with hands-on execution. He also shares insights on AI and business strategy through his newsletter at substack.com/luispoggi.(01:50) - Luis' Zillow journey & lessons(02:53) - The Birth of House Whisper(04:30) - The power of zero onboarding & personalization(05:11) - AI Agents & the Future of Real Estate(09:19) - Challenges & opportunities in AI for Real Estate Agents like Serhant(14:09) - Distribution strategy(16:29) - Will AI replace Real Estate agents like travel agents?(17:48) - Feature: CREtech: Join CREtech New York 2025 on Oct 21-22 for the largest Real Estate meetings program. Qualified Real Estate pros get free full event pass plus up to $800 in travel and hotel costs. See if you qualify and apply by emailing tangentcommunity@gmail.com.(19:14) - Avoiding the freemium pricing trap(22:48) - Usage & retention: 8K+ paying agents(29:22) - Collaboration Superpower: Andrej Karpathy (OpenAI Co-founder, Wiki)

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Ryan Barone joins this week's episode to share insights on the future of the rental property market, innovative financing strategies, portfolio diversification, maximizing occupancy, and how tech tools can streamline property management for investors.Full Description / Show NotesRyan's history and career backgroundFounding RentRedi and his approachThe rental property market's growth potentialTypes of financing options that are available The importance of having diversity across property types and locationsHow to attract quality tenantsHis approach to maintenanceAdvice to anyone interested in rental property managementThe future of rental properties

Hessam Nadji discusses the commercial real estate market. Despite volatility and uncertainty around interest rates, Nadji sees opportunities for investors seeking cash flow and tax advantages. He notes that while the office sector has been impacted by the pandemic, not all office buildings are distressed, and newer, suburban assets are faring better. He also highlights the retail sector's surprising comeback and the stability of multi-family apartments, driven by high home prices and low affordability.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Richard Barkham joined CBRE in 2014 as Global Chief Economist and in 2018 he was appointed Senior Economic Advisor. He is based in Dallas and leads a team of 600 researchers worldwide. He holds a PhD in Economics and is the author of two books and numerous academic publications. On apart-time basis he is Senior Fellow and Lecturer in Real Estate at Harvard University and Professor of the Practice at University of North Carolina. He is a Chartered Surveyor, Counsellor of Real Estate and Honorary Professor of the Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction at The University of London. Connect with Richard: 

Season 3, Episode 1: In this episode, co-hosts Jack Stone and Alex Gornik are joined by Tom Kennedy, Head of Research and Investment Strategy for Real Estate Americas at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. A "recovering central banker," Tom drops some of the boldest predictions we've heard, including a direct callout to the Federal Reserve. Tom reveals why your portfolio strategy might be in trouble, shares insider data impacting half of America, and tells you where to place your bets for 2025. TOPICS 00:00 – Introduction 05:47 – From Fed to JP Morgan 12:15 – JP Morgan's Bold CRE Prediction 18:32 – How Deglobalization Changes Everything 25:16 – Multifamily: The Most Obvious Investment Play 32:45 – Data Centers: Real Estate or Infrastructure? 38:12 – The Death of 60/40 and Rise of Alternatives 44:28 – Immigration, AI, and Labor Market Disruption 49:15 – Interest Rates and Fed Independence Shoutout to our sponsor, InvestNext. One platform to raise and manage capital for real estate investment. For more episodes of No Cap by CRE Daily visit https://www.credaily.com/podcast/ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoCapCREDaily About No Cap Podcast Commercial real estate is a $20 trillion industry and a force that shapes America's economic fabric and culture. No Cap by CRE Daily is the commercial real estate podcast that gives you an unfiltered ”No Cap” look into the industry's biggest trends and the money game behind them. Each week co-hosts Jack Stone and Alex Gornik break down the latest headlines with some of the most influential and entertaining figures in commercial real estate. About CRE Daily  CRE Daily is a digital media company covering the business of commercial real estate. Our mission is to empower professionals with the knowledge they need to make smarter decisions and do more business. We do this through our flagship newsletter (CRE Daily) which is read by 65,000+ investors, developers, brokers, and business leaders across the country. Our smart brevity format combined with need-to-know trends has made us one of the fastest growing media brands in commercial real estate.

In this episode of Wise Investor Segment, we delve into the looming insurance crisis and its potential to trigger a commercial real estate (CRE) downturn. With President Trump's proposed cuts to disaster relief and regulatory agencies like NOAA, concerns are rising about increased insurance premiums and reduced federal support for disaster-stricken communities. These policy shifts could significantly impact the CRE market, particularly in areas prone to natural disasters.Join us as we analyze the intersection of insurance policy changes and tax reforms, and their combined effect on the commercial real estate sector. Gain insights into how investors and stakeholders can navigate these evolving challenges and opportunities. Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555 

Commercial Real Estate Technology is transforming the way properties operate, generate value, and serve tenants—and no one explains it better than Bill Douglas, CEO of Optic Wise and known as The Resilience Guy.In this powerful conversation, Bill dives deep into how embracing technology is no longer optional for owners, operators, and investors. He outlines actionable strategies that help stakeholders transition from overwhelmed and outdated systems to data-empowered operations with better outcomes.We explore how to turn siloed data into insights, why controlling your own infrastructure is critical, and how leveraging AI in real estate can streamline workflows and reveal opportunities hiding in plain sight. Bill explains how digital infrastructure, once an afterthought, is now essential to tenant satisfaction and portfolio performance.This episode answers real questions that real estate professionals are asking:How can I reduce operating costs without sacrificing service?What can I do with all this building data—and where is it even stored?Is there a way to boost Net Operating Income (NOI) using technology?What tools actually work when it comes to machine learning in building management systems?Bill also shares deeply personal stories—from surviving a coral snake bite to overcoming multiple sclerosis—and how these experiences shaped his approach to resilient leadership, work-life balance, and building companies that value people as much as profit.If you're navigating the noisy world of PropTech, struggling to make sense of data lakes, or searching for ways to boost tenant satisfaction, this conversation is a blueprint for success. Whether you're an investor, property manager, or tech-savvy operator, this episode will help you see exactly how commercial real estate technology can solve your biggest problems—and position your portfolio for long-term growth.00:00 – Intro: Meet Bill Douglas & “The Resilience Guy”01:10 – Entrepreneurship, Snakebite & Starting Over03:25 – Work-Life Balance & Defining Identity Beyond Business05:02 – What Optic Wise Does for Commercial Real Estate07:45 – What Is Digital Infrastructure & Why It Matters09:28 – Data Ownership, Data Lakes & Real-Time Access11:55 – Why Property Management Firms Aren't Enough14:17 – Driving NOI with AI and Smart Tech16:40 – How AI Supports (Not Replaces) Real Estate Teams18:20 – Health, Fitness & Resilient Leadership in Business20:00 – Final Advice for CRE EntrepreneursTo check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphdDisclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphdWe couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show:CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphdVenmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4Spotify- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/supportBuy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJxClick here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4pFor audiobooks, visit: https://www.audible.com/author/Christopher-H-Loo-MD-PhD/B07WFKBG1FFollow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphdFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrislooFollow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233Subscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show!Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

With the 10-year Treasury hovering near 5% and Trump's $3T tax plan rattling the bond market, capital costs are surging — and CRE is feeling the heat. On this episode, Peachtree Group CEO Greg Friedman dove into how the rising 10-year Treasury is impacting deals, the challenge of supporting exit caps in a rapidly shifting environment, how extend and pretend is hurting deals and why he's still doing development deals even though he expects CRE to underperform for a while.Register on Bisnow.com to join next Friday's conversation live, or check back here for the conversation after it airs. 

On this week's interview Paul sits down with Doug Peterson. Doug is principal of Peterson Properties which is a real estate holding and management company based in Albuquerque. Doug and Paul discuss exploding property tax assessments imposed by Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara, the proposed Business Improvement District downtown, and broader issues in New Mexico's commercial real estate sector. You don't want to miss this timely conversation! 

Between economic whiplash, shifting policies and market volatility that changes by the hour, you need industry insights that cut through the noise. That's exactly why we're launching First Draft Live, a new weekly series that breaks down what's happening, why it matters and what you need to know to do better business. Join us live on Bisnow.com every Friday at 12:30 PM ET / 9:30AM PT for conversations with the industry's sharpest minds discussing the week's most critical stories, or catch the replay right afterwards — here on your podcast app of choice.

Welcome back to The Cashflow Project! Today, we sit down with Brian Seidensticker, founder of Tax Sale Resources (TSR), to discuss how data and technology are reshaping the world of tax liens and deeds. Brian shares his journey from aerospace to real estate, highlighting misunderstood opportunities and strategies in distressed asset investing. Whether you're curious about tax sales or exploring innovative ways to find cash flow, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss!

The Margin of Error Has Vanished: What CRE Investors Should Be Watching Now Commentary on a conversation with John Chang, Senior Vice President and National Director, Research and Advisory Services, Marcus & Millichap   The New CRE Investment Mandate: Survive First, Then Thrive “The margin of error has narrowed to virtually zero.” This was John Chang's stark assessment of today's commercial real estate environment – an era marked by fragile capital markets, rising Treasury yields, policy instability, and speculative hangovers from a decade of cheap money. According to Chang, the headline playbook hasn't changed: keep leverage low, maintain reserves, underwrite for downside. But the stakes have changed. What used to be prudent is now required. Those who forget that, particularly those lulled by the long post-GFC bull run, risk extinction.   Cap Rates, Treasury Yields, and the Compressed Spread A central theme of our conversation is the vanishing spread between borrowing costs and asset yields. Cap rates have risen 100–200 bps depending on asset class and geography, but Treasury rates have risen more. That's compressed spreads, rendering most acquisitions reliant on a value-creation story or an eventual rate reversal.   Investors are still transacting, says Chang, but only if they believe they can bridge the spread gap through operational improvements i.e. leasing, renovation, management upgrades. Passive cap-rate arbitrage is no longer viable. “The potential for something to go wrong is high,” Chang warns, especially in a policy environment that remains erratic.   The Treasury Market's Imminent Supply Shock Chang outlines why he expects upward pressure on Treasury yields for the balance of the year – contrary to the market's general expectations of rate cuts. Key reasons: Federal Deficits: With a delayed budget, Treasury issuance has been running below historical norms. That's about to reverse, with $1–1.5 trillion in supply expected by October. Shrinking Buyer Base: The Fed is reducing its balance sheet. Foreign holders, especially China and Japan, are net sellers. Even traditional allies are showing less appetite, driven partly by frictions over U.S. trade policy. Trade Tensions: Tariffs of up to 145% on imports from China, EU saber-rattling, and a broad retreat from globalization are alienating the very buyers of U.S. debt. “People don't want to do us any favors right now,” Chang says. “That uncertainty alone elevates risk premiums.”   Normalcy Bias and the Myth of the Perpetual Up Cycle Chang pulls no punches on the market psychology underpinning risky underwriting in recent years. He describes a bifurcated investor landscape: Those who entered post-GFC and think 2–3% interest rates and infinite rent growth are normal. Veterans of the 1990s S&L crisis, the dot-com bust, or the GFC, who know better. What's striking is the lack of long-term data. Even Marcus & Millichap, he notes, only has robust CRE data going back to 2000. Without context, many have mistaken the tailwind-fueled 2010s as a standard baseline.   “We're back to old-world real estate,” Chang says. “Where you have to actually understand the property, the tenant mix, the microeconomics of location. The era of pure financial engineering is over.”   Lessons from the Pandemic and GFC: Underwrite for Downside, Not for Hype Chang recounts closing on an investment in April 2020 at the very onset of pandemic uncertainty. “What if we rent at breakeven?” he asked. If the answer was yes, he proceeded. That conservative approach worked then and still applies today.   The biggest blow-ups, he says, came from sponsors who: Modeled double-digit rent growth. Over-leveraged. Used floating-rate debt without hedges. Ignored capex and reserves. By contrast, Chang praises sponsors who locked in fixed debt, kept leverage under 65%, and stayed humble. “They're embarrassed to be earning 7% IRRs,” he jokes, “but in this climate, that's a win.”   Washout in the Syndication Space: Good Riddance? Perhaps most damning is Chang's commentary on the wave of underqualified syndicators who entered during the boom years.   “Thousands came in with no operating experience,” he says, pointing to the proliferation of coaching programs offering checklists instead of expertise. These new entrants mimicked industry language – AUM figures, fund manager titles – but often had no institutional track record or risk management skills.   Many of them, Chang believes, are now out or on their way out. And while some may return with hard-earned wisdom, he expects the flow of “tourists” into the syndication world to dry up for the foreseeable future.   Tailwinds Still Exist: But Only for the Well-Prepared Despite the short-term risks, Chang sees multiple long-term tailwinds: Demographics: Millennials are delaying homeownership, renting into their 40s and fueling demand for multifamily. Inflation Resistance: Assets like multifamily, self-storage, and even select retail have pricing power in inflationary environments. Constrained Supply: Rising costs (e.g., lumber, steel tariffs) are slowing new construction, which will support existing asset values over time. He also flags tax policy as a positive surprise: The “BBB” tax bill, now working its way through the House, offers accelerated depreciation and expansion of Opportunity Zones particularly in rural areas. This could buoy returns in an otherwise challenging environment.   On the Aging of America: A Selective Case for Healthcare-Adjacent Assets Chang views medical office and senior housing through a bifurcated lens: Medical office: Attractive if tenants are stable, young, or anchored by heavy equipment. Long leases. Minimal turnover. Durable income. Assisted living: Demographic tailwinds are real, but operators matter more than ever. The Achilles heel? Labor. “About 30% of healthcare workers in the U.S. are foreign-born,” he warns. “And immigration policy, especially under restrictive regimes, will constrain the labor supply.” No staff, no NOI.   Final Signals: What He's Watching Closely If you want to forecast CRE performance, Chang suggests watching: University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment: A leading indicator of retail sales and housing trends. Currently falling. Inflation-adjusted Retail Sales: Shows how real consumption is holding up. Trade Policy & Supreme Court Rulings: The potential invalidation of Trump-era tariffs could reset inflation and Treasury outlooks but introduces a new kind of uncertainty. “We're not facing one black swan,” he concludes. “We're facing a whole flock. Pick your bird.”   Bottom Line This is not a time for heroic assumptions. It's a time for competence, humility, and discipline. If you must deploy capital, do so with sponsors who have been through a major downturn GFC style, and focus on those who didn't make capital calls, who still generate yield, and who underwrite to reality, not to hope.   The next 2–3 years may be rocky. But the long term still belongs to those who survive the short term.   *** In this series, I cut through the noise to examine how shifting macroeconomic forces and rising geopolitical risk are reshaping real estate investing.   With insights from economists, academics, and seasoned professionals, this show helps investors respond to market uncertainty with clarity, discipline, and a focus on downside protection.    Subscribe to my free newsletter for timely updates, insights, and tools to help you navigate today's volatile real estate landscape. You'll get: Straight talk on what happens when confidence meets correction - no hype, no spin, no fluff. Real implications of macro trends for investors and sponsors with actionable guidance. Insights from real estate professionals who've been through it all before. Visit GowerCrowd.com/subscribe Email: adam@gowercrowd.com Call: 213-761-1000

Gabe Einhorn Speaks About Faith, Commercial Real Estate, and Human Purpose!In this powerful and wide-ranging episode of the Do You Ever Wonder podcast, host Michael Haltman, CEO of Hallmark Abstract Service and Board Chair of the Heroes To Heroes Foundation, sits down with Gabe Einhorn—a dynamic entrepreneur and faith-driven leader whose mission is to connect people to God, community, and meaning through everything he does.

In this conversation, Sanjeev Sharma shares his unique journey from being an architect to a successful real estate investor and developer in Seattle. He discusses the importance of client relationships, the challenges of property development, and the creative aspects of architecture. Sanjeev emphasizes the need for knowledge in real estate and the significance of personalized design in homes. He also reflects on the current state of American architecture and expresses optimism for future developments.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode, Dylan Silver interviews Robert Damigella, a seasoned finance and real estate professional with over 30 years of experience. They discuss Robert's journey from Wall Street to real estate, the importance of creative financing, and strategies for investing in multifamily properties. Robert shares insights on finding distressed properties, the medical real estate market, and the benefits of syndication. He emphasizes the significance of understanding finance in real estate and offers advice for new investors looking to enter the market.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Phil Masano shares his journey from the military to becoming a successful commercial real estate broker. He discusses the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, his transition from residential to commercial real estate, and the importance of cold calling and lead generation. Phil emphasizes the significance of discipline in both his professional and personal life, as well as the value of continuous learning and building relationships in the industry. He concludes by offering insights on how to connect with him for potential collaborations.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

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Jemila joins this week's episode to discuss how you can plan for real estate triumphs this year by focusing on communication, culture, and self-care.Full Description / Show NotesJemila's history and career backgroundHer approach to business planningThe importance of communicationHow we can focus on the basics when it comes to marketingThe importance of self-care for ourselves and othersHer keys to successAdvice for REALTORS on how to get started with their business planThe importance of being involved in your local, state and national association

Any time that you pay more for a mobile home park than it is currently worth, based on existing net income, you are engaged in “stretching” to rationalize paying the higher amount. But the types of “stretching” required to bridge the gap typically vary from acceptable to too risky. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the fundamentals of “stretching” and determine their quotient of risk.

Success in commercial real estate requires vision, persistence, and the ability to spot opportunities that others miss—especially during challenging market conditions. My guest today, Ben Reinberg, started building his commercial real estate empire at just 24 years old with nothing but shoe leather and hustle. As the Founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group, he now owns over $500 million in assets across the country, including medical, retail, industrial, and office properties. Today, we'll discuss how to identify good deals in commercial real estate, strategies for refinancing and negotiating in tough markets, and the mindset needed to stay positive and mentally flexible in a cutthroat industry. Find out more: https://www.benreinberg.com Today's episode is brought to you by Green Property Management, managing everything from single family homes to apartment complexes in the West Michigan area. https://www.livegreenlocal.com And RCB & Associates, helping Michigan-based real estate investors and small business owners navigate the complex world of health insurance and Medicare benefits. https://www.rcbassociatesllc.com

Leyla Kunimoto brings a rare and unfiltered perspective to today's commercial real estate conversation: that of a full-time individual LP who writes publicly about her investment decisions. She's not a sponsor, a capital raiser, or a fund manager; she's an investor allocating her own capital and speaking candidly about what she sees in the market.   Through her newsletter Accredited Investor Insights, Leyla connects with hundreds of other LPs and GPs, giving her a uniquely well-informed view of how sentiment is shifting, how sponsors are adapting (or not), and why many individual investors, herself included, are taking a more cautious, capital-preserving stance in the current environment.   Track Records Are the New Credentials Leyla made one thing immediately clear in my conversation with her: experience across market cycles matters more than ever. Sponsors who lived through the Global Financial Crisis (GFC), and made it out intact, view the world differently. “There's a certain level of conservatism they develop,” she said, that translates into more disciplined underwriting, more thoughtful pacing, and fewer emotionally driven decisions.   This stands in sharp contrast to what Leyla observed in 2020, when billboards at Dallas airports advertised real estate masterminds promising to teach people how to raise capital fast. She watched sponsors pile into deals with razor-thin margins, driven more by optimism than fundamentals. Some of those same players are now facing tough questions from investors.   Tariffs Are Already Affecting CRE in Two Big Ways While many LPs focus on interest rates, Leyla highlighted tariffs as a macro driver that's beginning to affect commercial real estate, particularly in development. First, tariffs are raising costs on imported materials, like lumber, pushing construction budgets higher. Second, she's watching what tariffs could mean for demand in the industrial sector.   “If trade with Mexico declines, what happens to logistics facilities near the border?” she asked. Conversely, if reshoring takes off, we may see demand rise for inland warehouse space. It's a nuanced picture and one that sponsors in ground-up deals can't afford to ignore.   Equity Is Cautious. Retail Capital Is Now in Play. Another shift Leyla is tracking is on the capital side. Institutional equity has pulled back in many corners of the market, and some sponsors are turning to retail LPs for the first time. But this isn't an easy pivot.   “Retail investors are expensive to reach,” she said. They also tend to ask more questions – and now, they're more skeptical. Many LPs are sitting on deals that aren't performing. As a result, the bar for new allocations is much higher. “There's a sense of caution,” she noted. “LPs aren't allocating blindly anymore.”   Floating Rate Debt Divides the Market Leyla sees a bifurcated sponsor landscape: those who are still dealing with the aftermath of floating-rate debt, and those who have the capital and flexibility to transact but can't find deals that pencil.   Sponsors with legacy floating-rate loans are focused on rate caps and marginal cash flow. They're rooting for the Fed to cut rates. Others are hunting for acquisitions, but the math isn't working. “Without aggressive assumptions, most deals don't pencil,” she said.   The IRR Illusion: What LPs Should Actually Be Watching Many sponsors still lead with IRR projections, but Leyla has shifted her mindset. “I don't screen for how much money I'm going to make. I don't screen for the IRR probability,” she told me, “the only thing I'm laser beam focused on when I evaluate private placement deals is the probability of losing money.”   That loss-aversion lens changes everything. She believes LPs are better off compounding modest, positive returns over time than chasing double-digit IRRs that come with a real chance of loss. “Making 3-4% positive IRR for 10 years straight outperforms hitting 20% on some deals and going to zero on others,” she said.   Stress Tests Are Private. Optimism Is Public. Behind closed doors, sponsors are more conservative than they let on, she says. The real pros run multiple models – best, worst, and most likely scenarios. “I always ask for stress test scenarios underwritten to the GFC,” she says, continuing that she used to hear sponsors saying such scenarios were never going to play out because the underwriting is too stringent. “I'm hearing a little bit less of that now,” she says.   Still, she's skeptical of any deck that doesn't acknowledge the possibility of a rent decline. Of course deals won't pencil if you underwrite to a 10% rent drop but, in some markets, that's exactly what's happening.   Cash Is a Position. Waiting Is a Strategy. When I asked what she'd do if handed a $1 million windfall today, Leyla didn't hesitate: “I'd keep it in cash and I would try to get very narrow on what my buy box is,” not because she's fearful but because she wants to be surgical when she deploys.   She encourages LPs to be patient and wait for opportunities that fit tight criteria. In an environment where you can make 4.5%+ tax and risk-free, “there's no harm in waiting,” she says. She also shared stories of seasoned sponsors that sold early, sat in cash through the entire 2021 run-up, and are still waiting because they can't find deals that pencil – that are still too expensive for prudent investors.   What Leyla's Watching Now Leyla doesn't try to predict markets. But she does monitor signals: The 10-Year Treasury yield Local supply pipelines Investor sentiment from her network of LPs And her biggest piece of advice? Focus on not losing money. That alone will make you a better investor.   *** In this series, I cut through the noise to examine how shifting macroeconomic forces and rising geopolitical risk are reshaping real estate investing.   With insights from economists, academics, and seasoned professionals, this show helps investors respond to market uncertainty with clarity, discipline, and a focus on downside protection.    Subscribe to my free newsletter for timely updates, insights, and tools to help you navigate today's volatile real estate landscape. You'll get: Straight talk on what happens when confidence meets correction - no hype, no spin, no fluff. Real implications of macro trends for investors and sponsors with actionable guidance. Insights from real estate professionals who've been through it all before. Visit GowerCrowd.com/subscribe Email: adam@gowercrowd.com Call: 213-761-1000

In this podcast episode, we explore what it truly takes to move ahead in commercial real estate sales and leasing. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the volume of daily tasks or unsure where to focus your time for maximum impact, this session will help you reset your priorities and take control of your workday. Commercial real estate success doesn't come from being busy—it comes from being focused. In this episode, I unpack the daily habits and time-blocking strategies that top agents use to consistently win more listings, close more deals, and build lasting client relationships. You'll learn how to apply the 80/20 rule to your schedule, where to spend your first three hours of each day, and why consistent prospecting is the non-negotiable key to growth. Whether you're in sales, leasing, or property management, this episode will help you clarify your focus, improve your results, and accelerate your career trajectory in brokerage. Let's dive into the actions that really matter—and how you can own your time to win more business. 

How to Survive the Coming Real Estate Storm – What Sean Kelly-Rand Learned at Lehman   For the experienced real estate investor or sponsor, this is a masterclass in what really matters.   When Lehman Brothers unraveled in 2008, it exposed a truth that many in the real estate world still prefer to ignore: even the most sophisticated capital structures can implode when the cost of capital and access to liquidity are misunderstood – or worse, taken for granted. My podcast/YouTube show guest today, Sean Kelly-Rand, didn't just watch that collapse unfold; he lived through it from inside and the playbook he uses today as the managing partner of RD Advisors is shaped, in part, by that early, formative experience.   His approach offers a deeply pragmatic framework for anyone navigating real estate in today's uncertain climate. In an era of overpromised alpha and fragile capital stacks, Kelly-Rand's doctrine is a study in restraint, structure, and staying power.   From the Heart of Lehman to the Edges of Risk   Kelly-Rand joined Lehman Brothers in 2006, just before the implosion, drawn by its dominance in the bond markets which he saw, even then, as the true engine behind real estate. While most looked to equity investment banks for leadership, he understood that the debt markets were where real decisions were made. His work centered on real estate financing and syndication, with a front-row view of a business model that was, in hindsight, structurally doomed.   Lehman's capital stack had been stretched too far – built on short-term funding to support long-term positions. As the firm accumulated assets, expanding its real estate exposure from $5 billion to over $36 billion, it did so with virtually no cushion. Liquidity was cheap and ubiquitous, but inherently unstable. When securitization markets seized up, those long-term assets could not be offloaded without catastrophic discounts to book value. And because any sale would have forced a full repricing of the entire book, no sale could be tolerated. Lehman was stuck – and the system broke.   That lesson remains central to Kelly-Rand's thinking today. The real issue wasn't the quality of the assets; it was the fragility of the structure behind them. Risk wasn't in the deal. It was in the funding.   Rebuilding from the Ground Up   In the years that followed, Kelly-Rand transitioned from the institutional capital markets to operating in the private lending space. He co-founded RD Advisors not just to chase yield, but also to build a firm capable of weathering downside scenarios – starting with a clean-sheet design of its capital strategy.   The fund today focuses exclusively on senior secured debt, kept short in duration and conservatively underwritten. The business avoids the artificial stability of interest reserves or payment-in-kind structures that mask actual performance. Instead, it emphasizes cash-paying borrowers and short-term duration to preserve optionality and liquidity. Leverage is kept modest by design, with loan-to-value ratios structured around exit values that tolerate declining markets. Crucially, every deal is evaluated with a focus on capital preservation. Underwriting is done not with optimism, but with contingency: would the fund be comfortable owning the asset if they had to should a borrower walk? If the answer is anything but a clear yes, the deal doesn't proceed.   This mentality isn't just prudent, it's essential. The goal is to never rely on someone else's execution for one's own capital security. And that institutional memory from the GFC sits the core of the process.   Avoiding the Illusion of Alpha   Much of what passes for outperformance in today's real estate environment is simply leverage in disguise. Sponsors show high IRRs, but beneath them is a capital structure dependent on favorable refis or asset appreciation that may no longer be achievable. That's not skill, it's exposure.   Kelly-Rand's fund's returns, by contrast, are deliberately boring. They are stable, predictable, and quarterly. It's a feature, not a bug. In fact, Kelly-Rand views volatility as a symptom of poor underwriting or misaligned structure, not a badge of aggressive performance.   He's wary, too, of the growing interest in ‘loan-to-own' strategies, particularly among opportunistic capital looking to buy defaulted notes in the hopes of acquiring assets at a discount. While technically accurate – private credit can convert into equity when things go wrong – he emphasizes that building a business around that premise introduces operational complexity, execution risk, and volatility that neither he nor his investors are seeking.   Today's Market Echoes the Last Crisis   What concerns Kelly-Rand most now is how little has changed in institutional behavior since the last crisis – and how closely today's market echoes that of 2007.   There is the same creeping complacency in the banking system. Institutions are holding loans at par that would clear far below face value if sold today. Marking one loan down would trigger writedowns across the portfolio, and many banks simply can't handle that. Instead, they hold and wait, even as rates rise and deposits become more expensive than the loans on their books. This, too, is unsustainable and, like last time, it's a question not of credit risk, but of duration mismatch and funding fragility. Depositors have not yet realized en masse that their money could be earning 4.5% elsewhere. But when they do, the cost of capital for banks could spike rapidly and the system isn't ready.   Worse still, foreign capital, the marginal buyer that has helped sustain U.S. real estate valuations for decades, may be losing interest. If geopolitical or currency instability weakens demand for U.S. treasuries or assets, long-term rates could drift higher, even if the Fed cuts short-term rates. That shift would have a profound impact on real estate pricing, permanently resetting cap-rate expectations – and values.   A Framework for the Informed Investor   The takeaway for sponsors and investors is stark but empowering: you don't need to predict the next crash, but you must be structurally prepared for it.   Kelly-Rand's fund is an expression of that principle. It's structured to be resilient, not just profitable. Its margins are modest but consistent. Its leverage is low by design. And its underwriting focuses on the downside – not because of fear, but because of discipline. His experience at Lehman Brothers gave him a visceral understanding of how quickly capital evaporates when confidence is lost. What makes his insights so valuable today is not just that he's survived a cycle but that he's operationalized that survival into a repeatable, durable framework.   In a world where risk is increasingly hidden behind optimism and spreadsheets, Sean Kelly-Rand offers a different kind of edge: memory.   *** In this series, I cut through the noise to examine how shifting macroeconomic forces and rising geopolitical risk are reshaping real estate investing.   With insights from economists, academics, and seasoned professionals, this show helps investors respond to market uncertainty with clarity, discipline, and a focus on downside protection.    Subscribe to my free newsletter for timely updates, insights, and tools to help you navigate today's volatile real estate landscape. You'll get: Straight talk on what happens when confidence meets correction - no hype, no spin, no fluff. Real implications of macro trends for investors and sponsors with actionable guidance. Insights from real estate professionals who've been through it all before. Visit GowerCrowd.com/subscribe Email: adam@gowercrowd.com Call: 213-761-1000

In this episode, we break down the latest developments in Ohio's operating budget. Learn about Ohio REALTORS®' efforts to advance property tax reform through key legislation, and housing wins we achieved in the House version of the budget—like the Housing Accelerator Fund and expanded access to the Welcome Home Ohio Program. We also touch on areas of concern, including changes to the Ohio Housing Trust Fund. The government affairs team continues to advocate for smart, effective housing policy.Full Description / Show NotesOverview of Ohio's state operating budget process and House Bill (HB) 96Ohio REALTORS®' engagement since the bill's introductionDiscussion on the push for property tax reform and current challengesBreakdown of key property tax bills: HB 186, HB 28, HB 129, and SB 66Highlights of the new Housing Accelerator Fund in the House-passed budgetClarification of real estate representation agreements via budget amendmentExpansion and increased funding for the Welcome Home Ohio ProgramConcerns over proposed changes to the Ohio Housing Trust FundNext steps in the legislative process as the budget goes through the Senate committee process

▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with How To Lease Retail Real Estate with Cory Zelnick.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Cory Zelnik, Owner of Zelnik & Company, talked about his background and how he got started in the business.Along with that, he shared insights regarding retail real estate leasing and strategies you can employ in your own business.After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story.▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Cory, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-zelnik-791a366/▶ Website: https://zelnikco.com/▶ Email: cory@zelnikco.comIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell

Message us!In this episode, we sit down with Cassie Walker, President of CREW Fort Worth, to explore how this dynamic organization is empowering women in commercial real estate. Hosted by Emily Landry, this conversation dives into Cassie's journey to CREW, the organization's 40-year history, and the strategic vision shaping its future. Whether you're new to the corporate real estate industry or looking to expand your network, this episode offers inspiration and actionable steps to get involved.Topics Discussed: Cassie Walker's Career Journey and the Power of Community in CREW Fort WorthCREW Fort Worth's Strategic Plan and 40-Year Legacy of Women Supporting WomenHow to Get Involved Locally and Globally Through CREW NetworkFill out this form to have new episodes sent right to your inbox! Follow Whitley Penn on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X for more industry insights and thought leadership!

What do 33,000+ CRE transactions tell us about the Q1 2025 market? Cole Perry and Omar Eltorai walk through Altus Group's Q1 2025 US CRE Investment and Transactions Quarterly report providing analysis of the numbers sector by sector and highlighting trends worth watching. From tentative recovery signs for office and multifamily to regional variations in retail, this episode puts a lens on where the market stands and what questions CRE investors should be asking. Key Moments:00:49 - Q1 2025 US CRE Investment and Transactions Quarterly report overview01:57 - Transaction volume and pricing trends12:47 - Detailed analysis by property sector18:16 - Key takeaways22:81 – Biggest surprises25:47 - Report Access InformationResources Mentioned:Q1 2025 US CRE Investment and Transactions Quarterly report - https://www.altusgroup.com/featured-insights/cre-transactions/Email us - altusresearch@altusgroup.comThanks for listening to the “CRE Exchange” podcast, powered by Altus Group. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review to help get the word out about the show. And be sure to subscribe so you never miss another insightful conversation.#CRE #CommercialRealEstate #Property

In today's episode, we're diving deep into one of the most powerful yet often overlooked tools in commercial real estate: your prospect list. More than just a collection of contacts, your list is the foundation of future business—it's a living pipeline that can bring you listings, clients, deals, and long-term success. But here's the question: is your list truly working for you? Far too many agents rely on their office branding or generic marketing to generate leads, when in reality, over 75% of quality opportunities come from the relationships you've personally built and nurtured. In this episode, I'll walk you through five proven strategies to help you build a ‘captive' prospect list—one that delivers consistent, high-quality results. You'll learn how to: Build and maintain momentum in your database with daily prospecting habits Engage commercial property investors with precision and purpose Connect with local business owners and become their trusted real estate advisor Dominate your geographic area through local expertise and presence Leverage your online voice to create inbound interest and recognition This is not about cold contacts—it's about building meaningful connections that open doors to deals and listings again and again. Whether you're just starting out or ready to tighten up your prospecting process, this episode will give you the tools and mindset to transform your database into a powerful business engine. Let's get started. Also check out this article at our website as a real estate prospecting resource to help you further.

From Flipping Boston to Flipping Multifamily Properties with Dave Seymour #241 Join hosts Jason and Ian on The Real Estate Reserve as they sit down with Dave Seymour, star of A&E's Flipping Boston and seasoned real estate investor, to discuss his incredible journey from flipping houses to investing in large multifamily assets. In this episode, Dave shares how he made the leap from working 100-hour weeks as a firefighter to building a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio. Learn why Dave believes multifamily investing is a “team sport,” how he approaches value-add opportunities, and the strategies that have helped him thrive in today's market. Topics covered include: ✅ Dave's early days flipping single-family homes in Boston ✅ Transitioning from small deals to large multifamily projects ✅ Building a successful real estate investment company ✅ Raising capital and creating opportunities for investors ✅ Dave's take on current market conditions and how to stay ahead If you're looking to scale your investing game or just want to hear some great stories from the trenches, this episode is packed with insights!

In this conversation, John Harcar interviews Omid Tebyani, who shares his journey from a 20-year career in construction to becoming a successful real estate agent. They discuss the challenges of transitioning to real estate, the importance of accountability, and the recent changes in compensation laws affecting buyers and sellers. Omid emphasizes the significance of client relationships and integrity in the real estate business, while also addressing the industry's adaptation to new regulations. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

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Tyler Drake joins this week's episode to discuss essential tips to help consumers protect themselves when hiring a moving company.Full Description / Show NotesTyler's career background and historyHow to find the right moversThe importance of receiving estimatesHow to recognize red flagsHow to secure a finalized contract before moving dayBiggest mistakes consumers makeWhat to expect/know of day-of

Millennials have some fresh ideas about housing, and one of their desires is to have “social amenities”. In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to explore the concept of “social amenities” and offer some recommendations on how to bring this concept to your community.

Ian Horowitz - The Deal That Changed My Life Welcome back to The Deal That Changed My Life, one of our most popular segments where we bring guests back to reflect on the single real estate deal that had a game-changing impact. But this time, it's our co-host Ian's turn in the hot seat! In this episode, Ian shares the behind-the-scenes story of the deal that redefined his approach to investing — a transformative project on 95 James Way, a 55,000 sq. ft. commercial property outside of Philadelphia. From selling a 44-unit apartment building to free up capital, to unlocking multiple exit strategies and building a streamlined team-driven process, Ian walks through how this deal shifted not just his business model, but his mindset.

 Join our community of RE investors on Skool here: https://www.skool.com/the-real-estate-investing-club-5101/about?ref=44459ba83f5540f19109c8a530db4023TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Episode Introduction & Guest Welcome10:40 - Derek's Background & Journey into Property Management13:04 - Why Property Management Over Traditional Real Estate15:17 - Building Property Management Business from Scratch18:28 - Working with Underserved Communities & Housing Solutions20:14 - Mobile Home Park Management Strategies24:07 - The Power of Stable Housing & Case Management26:01 - Security Deposit Alternatives & Innovative Solutions29:27 - Quick Question Round Begins32:19 - Best Metro Areas for Real Estate Investment35:39 - Contact Information & Final ThoughtsPROPERTY MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR REAL ESTATE INVESTORS

In this conversation, Jerry Katz shares his journey from Wall Street to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the real estate and insurance industries. He discusses the lessons learned from his early failures, the opportunities in Florida's real estate market, and the importance of understanding market trends. Jerry reflects on the 2008 financial crisis and how it shaped his investment strategies, emphasizing the significance of building systems for scaling a business. He concludes with insights on the purpose of money and business, highlighting the importance of solving problems for people.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Lyneir: What I believe is my calling is to see value in people and places that other people overlook or undervalue.Democratizing commercial real estate isn't just a lofty vision for Lyneir Richardson, it's his mission. As the CEO of The Chicago TREND Corporation, Lyneir is pioneering a model for strengthening urban neighborhoods by enabling small investors to own a stake in commercial properties. In today's episode, he shared how his organization is transforming communities while offering everyday people the opportunity to invest alongside wealthy, institutional players.Lyneir explained, “Retail is the first impression of a neighborhood. If the retail corridor is blighted, it attracts crime, brings down property values, and becomes a liability.” Recognizing this, The Chicago TREND Corporation focuses on revitalizing retail spaces in underserved neighborhoods, blending community impact with financial returns.Since its founding in 2016, Chicago TREND has completed three crowdfunding campaigns, raising nearly $1 million from impact-oriented individuals. Lyneir described these investors as “small dollar, impact-oriented individuals who want to see progress in a neighborhood.” In one project, they partnered with a local nonprofit to redevelop a blighted industrial site. After acquiring the property for $3 million, they demolished a decaying building and planned a new 100,000-square-foot warehouse. Before construction began, another buyer offered $4.5 million. This exit not only provided a threefold return for investors but also strengthened their balance sheet for future projects.Lyneir emphasized that crowdfunding is more than a financial tool—it's also a way to foster community ownership. “We call it #WeOwnThis,” he said, describing how local investors are more likely to patronize and protect these properties. This inclusive approach to ownership creates a ripple effect, empowering communities to take pride in their neighborhoods while benefiting financially.Today, Chicago TREND is actively raising capital for additional projects. By combining crowdfunding with old-school community organizing—meeting in church basements, library common areas, and on Zoom—Lyneir and his team are proving that inclusive investment can transform neighborhoods.Lyneir's work demonstrates that commercial real estate can be a powerful tool for social change. By inviting ordinary people to invest in their own communities, he's creating opportunities for financial growth while building stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods.tl;dr:Lyneir Richardson democratizes commercial real estate by enabling small investors to revitalize underserved neighborhoods.Chicago TREND uses crowdfunding to finance retail projects that strengthen communities and boost property values.A recent project gave investors a threefold return while transforming a blighted industrial site.Lyneir's superpower is recognizing value in overlooked places and fostering community-driven redevelopment.By balancing profit and impact, Lyneir is creating opportunities for ordinary people to invest in change.How to Develop Seeing Value in Overlooked People and Places As a SuperpowerLyneir's superpower is his ability to recognize potential where others see obstacles. As he explained, “What I believe is my calling is to see value in people and places that other people overlook or undervalue.” This skill allows him to envision opportunities for revitalization in underserved neighborhoods, often dismissed by traditional investors as “too hard” or “too small.” By combining his expertise in commercial real estate with a deep passion for community, Lyneir transforms overlooked areas into thriving hubs of activity and investment.Illustrative Story:In one project, Lyneir's team purchased a shopping center hampered by outdated covenants, including a racial restriction dating back to the 1940s. Instead of bypassing the issue, they engaged with 119 local homeowners to amend the covenant, not only removing the offensive language but also garnering community support for the redevelopment. This effort exemplifies Lyneir's ability to see both the immediate and long-term value in addressing historical barriers while building trust within the community.Tips for Developing the Superpower:Learn to See Potential: Practice identifying value in places or people others dismiss.Engage with the Community: Build trust by listening to and involving local stakeholders in decision-making.Blend Passion with Expertise: Use your professional skills to address challenges in a meaningful way.Balance Profit and Impact: Focus on projects that deliver financial returns while improving lives.Address Historical Challenges: Don't shy away from difficult or sensitive issues; tackle them to build trust and create lasting change.By following Lyneir's example and advice, you can make seeing value in overlooked opportunities a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileLyneir Richardson (he/him):CEO, The Chicago TREND CorporationAbout The Chicago TREND Corporation: Chicago TREND was established in 2016 to strengthen urban commercial corridors through strategic, community-driven commercial real estate investment and small business support. Since then, Chicago TREND has assembled a dedicated team that supports every aspect of community ownership projects, including business capacity building, credit underwriting, portfolio management, capital improvements, public outreach, and mixed-use transactions.Website: chicagotrend.comX/Twitter Handle: @TheChiTRENDCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/ChicagoTRENDBiographical Information: Lyneir Richardson is CEO of The Chicago TREND Corporation (TREND), a commercial real estate firm that owns urban shopping centers and provides economic advisory services to corporations, government agencies and large philanthropic organizations. Lyneir is also Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Rutgers Business School and serves as the Executive Director of the university's Center for Urban Entrepreneurship and Economic Development.Previously, Lyneir was the CEO of the primary economic development corporation in Newark, NJ attracting investment and jobs to the city during two mayoral administrations. Prior to that he also served as Vice President of General Growth Properties Inc. and led a national initiative to develop shopping centers in urban underserved areas. Early in his career, Lyneir founded LakeShore Development and Construction Company and was named a U.S. Small Business Administration "Young Entrepreneur of the Year." Lyneir began his career as a corporate attorney at the First National Bank of Chicago.Lyneir holds an appointment as a Nonresident Senior Fellow of the Brookings Institution. He graduated from Bradley University and the University of Chicago Law School.Personal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/lyneir.richardsonLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/lyneirInstagram Handle: @LyneirRichSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, KribSavUp, and Crowdfunding Made Simple. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact MembersThe following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support:Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Ralf Mandt, Next Pitch | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on June 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.SuperCrowdHour, June 18, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern. 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Don't miss this chance to fuel your mission and grow your impact!SuperCrowd25, August 21st and 22nd: This two-day virtual event is an annual tradition but with big upgrades for 2025! We'll be streaming live across the web and on TV via e360tv. Soon, we'll open a process for nominating speakers. Check back!Community Event CalendarCrowdfunding Exits: Getting a Return on Your Investment, May 22, 2025, 2:00 PM Eastern.Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2025 (ADIS25), Wednesday–Friday, May 28–30, 2025, at George Washington University, Washington, D.C., USA.Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Call for community action:Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefiting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. 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In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino Barbaro breaks down one of the most pressing questions for multifamily investors in 2025: Are C-class assets still worth buying?With inflation, high interest rates, and tighter lending, the multifamily market has shifted. Gino dives deep into the evolution of the C-class investment model, reflecting on how it worked in the early 2010s and why it may no longer make sense for today's investors—unless you understand cost basis, yield on cost, and positive leverage. Subscribe for more investor insights, how-to lessons, and real estate market updates. Learn more at: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

In this conversation, John Harcar interviews Major Hillard about his journey into real estate, focusing on mobile home parks as a lucrative investment opportunity. Major shares his background, the challenges he faced in commercial real estate, and the advantages of investing in mobile home parks. He discusses the current trends in the market, the importance of education and mentorship, and offers valuable advice for aspiring investors. The conversation highlights the potential for passive income and the growing demand for affordable housing. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this conversation, Dylan Silver interviews Robert Fragoso, a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse background in wholesaling, commercial real estate syndication, and fix-and-flip projects. Robert shares his journey into real estate, starting from a high school encounter that sparked his interest. He discusses the evolution of his career, including the transition from wholesaling to managing commercial properties and the innovative strategies he employed to navigate market changes. The conversation highlights the importance of adaptability in real estate investing and the need to seize opportunities as they arise.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this Topical Tuesday episode, I spoke with Sam Morris who is the CEO of Sunset Capital. He has over twenty years' experience in various aspects of real estate and has led acquisition and disposition teams on over $550MM in multifamily transactions. Be sure to tune in if you're interested in learning about: Importance of maintaining consistent KPI tracking and weekly asset management to prevent issues from escalating. Key advice for emerging sponsors to grow and scale. Insight into why Texas remains a thriving market and why the outlook is bright. Tips for investors on leveraging broker relationships to identify and acquire distressed assets. To your success, Tyler Lyons Resources mentioned in the episode: Sam Morris Website Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In this powerful episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, we're joined by Rob Finlay—serial entrepreneur, founder of 30 Capital, and author of Beyond the Building and Hey Dad. Rob dives deep into commercial real estate debt strategy, the importance of tracking OKRs and KPIs, and the long-term thinking that separates real estate professionals from amateurs.But this conversation doesn't stop at business. Rob also opens up about parenting adult children, financial literacy, and the “green gas” phone call that inspired his latest book, Hey Dad, a must-read for any parent raising self-sufficient young adults in today's world.Whether you're a multifamily investor looking to improve your financial game or a parent preparing your kids for life, this episode delivers hard-earned insights from one of the best in the business.Get the books:Hey Dad: https://heydadbook.comConnect with Rob FinlayWebsite: https://robfinlay.comInstagram & more: @robfinlay   Chapters:00:00 - Introduction  04:54 - KPIs & OKRs Explained (with Chick-fil-A References)  14:47 - Smart Leverage & Exit Strategies  18:15 - How New Investors Should Think About Equity, Recycling Deals, and Exit Strategies  21:41 - Refinancing vs. 10-Year Lockups  29:24 - The 2021–2022 Bridge Debt Trap  32:49 - Hey Dad: The Gas Pump Phone Call That Started It All  39:46 - Real Parenting Talk: Teaching Independence Through Exposure  43:05 - Kids & Money: Raising Financially Literate Adults  49:34 - Gino Wraps it Up  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

In this week's episode of the Millionaire Mindcast, Matty A sits down with Randy Smith, the powerhouse behind Impact Equity. Once a full-time W-2 employee in the corporate world, Randy has now built a thriving portfolio of over 20 passive investments and is helping others follow a similar path. They discuss: How he discovered the power of real estate syndications The critical mistakes new passive investors should avoid Keys to vetting sponsors, teams, and deals Investing across different asset classes for true diversification What's ahead in the 2024 investing market Why cash flow, tax benefits, and scalability are game changers Whether you're new to passive investing or looking to scale, this episode offers a goldmine of insights from someone who's walked the path and now helps others do the same. Connect with Randy Smith: Website: http://www.impactequity.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallmsmith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randysmithinvestor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randysmith637 Episode Sponsored By: Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/ CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join! FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555 FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555  

We all know that celebrities use plastic surgery to augment or alter their appearance. But how can a mobile home park share in this ability to improve the looks of the property using man-made products? In this Mobile Home Park Mastery podcast we're going to review some of the methods that allow you to increase your community's beauty quickly and at a relatively low cost.

Send us a textCurious about commercial real estate but unsure where to start? In this enlightening conversation, commercial lending expert Kamyar demystifies the process of acquiring commercial properties and reveals why they often represent superior investments to residential real estate.The financial advantages of commercial property ownership become immediately clear as Kamyar explains the hands-off nature of management - "You're literally just getting rent every month" while tenants handle most maintenance responsibilities. This stark contrast to the constant demands of residential properties makes commercial real estate particularly attractive for investors seeking passive income streams.Before taking the commercial plunge, prospective investors should perform crucial preparation steps. Reviewing credit reports, analyzing tax returns, and understanding different qualifying ratios for owner-occupied versus investment properties form the foundation of successful commercial investing. The conversation explores various financing options, from 25-year fixed SBA loans to conventional structures amortized over decades.Tax strategies emerge as a compelling reason to consider commercial investments. Cost segregation allows accelerated depreciation, while opportunity zones offer potential elimination of capital gains taxes after ten years of ownership. "I have clients that buy one or two buildings a year just to take advantage of cost segregation," Kamyar reveals, demonstrating how savvy investors leverage these advantages to rapidly expand their portfolios.The discussion extends beyond immediate benefits to long-term legacy planning. Establishing trusts that ensure properties remain family assets across generations creates true multigenerational wealth rather than temporary prosperity. First-time investors receive practical guidance: focus locally, determine your investment goals, and leverage free resources like LoopNet to identify properties.Ready to transform your financial future through commercial real estate? Connect with experts who can guide your journey and subscribe to continue exploring wealth-building strategies that stand the test of time. Thanks again for listening. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a FIVE-STAR review.Head to Dwanderful right now to claim your free real estate investing kit. And follow:http://www.Dwanderful.comhttp://www.facebook.com/Dwanderfulhttp://www.Instagram.com/Dwanderful http://www.youtube.com/DwanderfulRealEstateInvestingChannelMake it a Dwanderful Day!