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A lot of people consider real estate investing to be an alternative form of investment. To traditional stock/bond/mutual fund investors, real estate can seem quite risky and exotic. But once you enter that space and learn to mitigate those risks and find the profit potential, a whole new world of alternative investments will present themselves. I'm talking about alternative investments such as notes, ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial properties, short-term rentals, and LIHTC affordable housing communities. Denis Shapiro is the author of “The Alternative Investment Almanac – Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways”, and he's here today to share his insights from some of the most successful alternative asset investors in the business today. Find out more: https://sihcapitalgroup.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  Attention real estate investors! Save the date for the Midwest Real Estate Investor Conference, happening April 24-25, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This event is the perfect place to connect with fellow investors, gain valuable insights, and elevate your real estate game. With a lineup of expert speakers and numerous networking opportunities, you won't want to miss it. https://www.midwestreiconference.com

ABOUT DENIS SHAPIRODenis began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, affordable housing communities, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club, he launched SIH Capital Group. Denis wrote The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Denis's journey in real estate Investing in mutual funds & stocksHis take on Traditional vs Alternative investmentsExploring other asset classes outside real estateHow to choose assets to investThe commonality of alternative investmentsUnderwriting process on dealsFrom Joint Ventures to being the OperatorImplementing the business planChallenges in asset management Ways to create revenue Implementing systems to make life easierWhy they love affordable housingConnect with Denis     KEY QUOTE:  To us, asset management is the most important aspect of investment. Sometimes, It's easy to close, but it's hard to operate.    SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: SIH Capital Group was created with a mission to provide a consistent income to our investors using alternative investments rather than traditional Wall Street assets. We believe that alternative investments should be simple to understand, professionally vetted, and accessible to investors who want to grow their personal wealth. Our alternative investments are designed with simplicity, transparency, and honesty in mind. Those are the three attributes that we look for when we make our investments, and we find that the returns always follow suit. We understand that your goals may change over time. That's why we offer funds and individual deals, so you can pick the investments that are right for you.     ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK   The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication.     The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com.    #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily #Consulting #AlternativeInvestments #AlternativeAssets #JointVenture #GeneralPartner #Sponsor #WallStreet #Stocks #Bonds #Equity #CommercialRealEstate #AssetManagement #Operator #PropertyManagement #BusinessPlan #RevenueCreation #AffordableHousing #Tenants #Landlord #Developer #MobileHomeParks #RUBS #TraditionalInvestments #RentalProperty #ValueAddPlan #Underwriting #PassiveWealth #WealthBuilder #InvestmentInsights #JoinTheWINpod #WestsideInvestorsNetwork   CONNECT WITH DENIS:Website: https://sihcapitalgroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiroFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sihcapitalgroupCheck out his book! https://sihcapitalgroup.com/the-alternative-investment-almanac         CONNECT WITH US   For more information about investing with AJ and Chris:  ·    Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/   For information on Portland Property Management:  ·    Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com  ·    Youtube | @UptownProperties     Westside Investors Network  ·    Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/  ·    Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx  ·    Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/  ·    Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  ·    Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  ·    Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  

Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis).  He built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, affordable housing communities, and more.  He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group.  Denis also wrote The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.   In this episode, we talked to Denis about building a portfolio and the lessons he learned from it, operators and what they have in common, affordable housing and LIHTC, and much more.   Announcement: Learn about our Apartment Investing Mastermind here.   Investment Opportunities;   02:23 Denis' background; 11:20 Lessons learned from building a portfolio; 16:51 The one thing all great operators have in common; 28:05 An insight into affordable housing; 32:47 Round of Insights;     Announcement: Download our Sample Deal package here.   Round of Insights   Apparent Failure: A Ponzi scheme he invested in. Digital Resource: Asana. Most Recommended Book: The Alternative Investment Almanac. Daily Habit: Working out and doing crossfit. #1 Insight for vetting investment opportunities: Having a good relationship with operators. Best place to grab a bite in New Jersey: Marina Grille.   Contact Denis; Website: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/    Thank you for joining us for another great episode! If you're enjoying the show, please LEAVE A RATING OR REVIEW,  and be sure to hit that subscribe button so you do not miss an episode.

Discover how Denis Shapiro built a real estate empire from scratch, transforming a passion for investing into a thriving career. In this educational and inspiring episode, Denis shares his journey from a stock enthusiast to a real estate investor, navigating through multifamily assets, Section 8 housing, and strategic renovations. Learn how Denis's expertise in real estate investing can help you build generational wealth and diversify your investment portfolio.Key Insights:- The power of networking and building strategic partnerships.- Optimizing affordable housing for profitability and community impact.- Leveraging government programs for multifamily asset management.- Navigating the challenges of real estate investment strategy.Connect with Denis Shapiro! Visit his website to learn more about his work and how you can benefit from his insights.Subscribe to the REI Mastermind Network podcast! Support the show and get exclusive offers and join our community of like-minded investors."Real estate investing is not just about the properties; it's about building relationships and creating value."Don't miss out on creating generational wealth. Subscribe, like, share, and review the podcast today!#RealEstateInvesting #InvestingInRealEstate #RealEstateNetworkingStrategies #RealEstateMarketTrends #PassiveInvestingCHAPTERS:00:00 - Dennis Shapiro of SIH Capital Group00:34 - How Dennis Started in Real Estate Investing02:21 - SIH Capital Group's Affordable Housing Strategy04:43 - Adding Value to Affordable Housing Properties09:03 - Section 8 vs. Project-Based Vouchers Explained12:56 - Strategies for Reducing Costs16:03 - Writing a Book on Real Estate18:32 - Importance of Building Your Network23:38 - Current Projects and Initiatives25:17 - Key Lessons Learned in Real Estate28:40 - Affordable Housing Issues and Perceptions32:47 - Connecting with Dennis and SIH Capital Group33:14 - Topics We Didn't Cover Today34:30 - Rapid Fire Q&A SessionRealDealCRM.comRealDealCRM is your Real Estate Investing Virtual Assistant. A Real Estate Investing CRM for Real Estate Investors created by Real Estate Investors. SMS, Stealth Voicemails, Phone, Voicemail, Funnels, and AUTOMATION in a single platform! Check out more details at RealDealCRM.comLIKE • SHARE • JOIN • REVIEWWebsiteJoin the REI Mastermind Network on Locals!Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyStitcherDeezerFacebook

We'd love to hear from you. What are your thoughts and questions?SummaryDenis Shapiro discusses what to look for in an income fund and the risks of investing in private equities. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the safety and collateralization of the assets in an income fund and the track record of the fund manager. He also explains the difference between closed-ended funds and evergreen funds, highlighting the potential risks of evergreen funds. Shapiro advises using LinkedIn to educate oneself and learn the language of real estate investing before attending meetups. He also discusses the benefits of investment clubs and the misconceptions about real estate syndication and investing in affordable housing.Main Points:When investing in an income fund, it is important to understand the safety and collateralization of the assets and the track record of the fund manager.Closed-ended funds have a set time period and money cannot go in and out, while evergreen funds allow for liquidity but can be risky.Using LinkedIn to educate oneself and learn the language of real estate investing before attending meetups can be beneficial.Investment clubs can provide opportunities for pooling resources and sharing knowledge.There are misconceptions about the passive nature of real estate syndication and the tax benefits of commercial real estate investing.Investing in affordable housing can provide a barrier of entry and a long-term exit plan.Investing with partners who are operators rather than just capital raisers can lead to more active involvement and better decision-making.Proper due diligence is crucial when investing in real estate syndication.Connect with Denis Shapiro:denis@sihcapitalgroup.com@sihcapitalgroup8963http://SIHCapitalGroup.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup

In this episode of the AIA podcast, host Alex Perny welcomes Denis Shapiro of SIH Capital Group, for a discussion on the benefits of commercial real estate and alternative investing. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week. If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@AdvantaIRA.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The Alternative Investing Advantage is brought to you by Advanta IRA. Advanta IRA does not offer investment, tax, or legal advice nor do we endorse any products, investments, or companies that offer such advice and/or investments. This includes any investments promoted or discussed during the podcast as neither Advanta IRA nor its employees, have reviewed or vetted any investments, persons, or companies that may discuss their services during this podcast.  All parties are strongly encouraged to perform their own due diligence and consult with the appropriate professional(s) before entering into any type of investment. #financialplanning #financialplanner #selfdirectedira #alternativeinvestments #alternativeassets #investing

In order to generate great returns in an otherwise saturated market, identifying asset classes with a higher barrier to entry can be necessary. Affordable Housing, in particular, can be a challenge because of municipal regulatory hurdles and compliance issues that make acquisitions and operations complex. As a result, these properties can be lucrative, and few investors have what it takes to acquire and operate these properties. Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital group, is expanding his portfolio of affordable multifamily properties. Denis is also building a portfolio of beach properties on the Jersey shore, close to where he lives.

After graduating with a BBA and MBA from Baruch College in New York City, Denis Shapiro began working for the U.S. Government in a career that he proudly built for over a decade. In his various roles with the government, Denis served as a liaison to the public and various state agencies and gained a unique view of the importance of portfolio allocation and management. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He went on to build a cash flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Leveraging these successes and the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.  Denis' book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways, is based on his personal experiences, supplemented by interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in the business today. If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review...  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-reserve-podcast/id1507982777

Send us a Text Message.What would it take to transform your career from a federal government employee to a successful real estate entrepreneur? Meet Dennis Shapiro, the managing partner of SIH Capital Group, who unveils his journey and the strategies that led to his remarkable success. Inspired by "Rich Dad Poor Dad," Dennis shares how he transitioned from stock picking to managing multifamily properties and ultimately, developing hospitality and affordable housing business lines. Learn about the crucial role of specialized teams and strategic partnerships that have been pivotal to Dennis's achievements.Ever wondered how to manage short-term rentals under stringent local regulations? Dennis offers a behind-the-scenes look at managing hospitality properties on the Jersey Shore, including the innovative Surf Village project, which revitalized nine bungalows into a branded experience. He also provides a deep dive into affordable housing investments through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), illustrating how his strategy maximizes returns on properties nearing the end of their compliance periods. Real-life examples from Pennsylvania and Virginia showcase the practical applications and potential market transitions.Discover the keys to personal and professional growth as Dennis emphasizes the importance of networking, mentorship, and continuous learning. He shares how small daily habits can accumulate into significant achievements, his newfound passion for CrossFit, and insights from his book, "The Alternative Investment Almanac." The episode wraps up with a fascinating story behind Dennis's unique name, adding a personal touch to this information-packed conversation. Don't miss out on these valuable insights into real estate investment and personal development from an industry expert. Additional Resources: Website: https://www.clarkst.com Phone: (860) 675-5800 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital

Send us a Text Message.Denis Shapiro is a real estate investor who has a great story to share and words of wisdom to impart for both beginning and veteran investors alike, so grab your pen and paper, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Want to get in contact with Denis Shapiro? Reach out at www.sihcapitalgroup.com.Want to become financially free through commercial real estate? Check out our eBook to learn how to jump start a cash flowing real estate portfolio here https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com/real-estate-wealth-book  Enjoy the show? Subscribe to the channel for all our upcoming real estate investor interviews and episodes.  ************************************************************************  GET INVOLVED, CONNECTED & GROW YOUR REAL ESTATE BUSINESS  LEARN -- Want to learn the ins and outs of real estate investing? Check out our book at https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com/real-estate-wealth-book  PARTNER -- Want to partner on a deal or connect in person? Email the host Gabe Petersen at gabe@therealestateinvestingclub.com or reach out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-petersen/  WATCH -- Want to watch our YouTube channel? Click here: https://bit.ly/theREIshow  ************************************************************************   ABOUT THE REAL ESTATE INVESTING CLUB SHOW   Hear from successful real estate investors across every asset class on how they got started investing in real estate and then grew from their first deal to a portfolio of cash-flowing properties. We interview real estate pros from every asset class and learn what strategies they used to create generational wealth for themselves and their families. The REI Club is an interview-based real estate show that will teach you the fastest ways to start and grow your real estate investing career in today's market - from multifamily, to self-storage, to mobile home parks, to mix-use industrial, you'll hear it all! Join us as we delve into our guests career peaks and valleys and the best advice, greatest stories, and favorite tips they learned along the way. Want to create wealth for yourself using the vehicle of real estate? Getting mentorship is the fastest way to success. Get an REI mentor and check out our REI course at https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com.  #realestateinvesting #passiveincome #realestate   Advantages of Investing in Affordable Housing at Scale with Denis Shapiro (The Real Estate Investing Club #481) Interested in becoming a passive investor in one of our projects? Kaizen Properties, is looking for passive investors for our upcoming deals. We invest in what are known as “recession resistant assets”: self storage, MH & RV parks, and industrial properties. If you are interested, go to the website and click on the “Invest with Us” button at the bottom of the page.Support the Show.

Trusting what you see investors doing on social media can be tempting, but looks can sometimes be deceiving. On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan interviews Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital Group. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012. Over the years, he has created a diversified portfolio that includes ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech startups, and industrial property. Denis is also the author of The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways. Jonathan and Denis begin their discussion by delving into Denis's early exposure to real estate with the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and why it didn't stick the first time around. They cover the lessons he's teaching his kids about money using Monopoly, why he loves having a diversified portfolio, and what types of affordable housing he prefers. Denis explains how he finds off-market deals in the affordable housing space, the three asset classes he loves the most, and why private lending is an integral part of the three pillars of his business. You'll hear why creating relationships is crucial to his business model rather than leaning on reputation, why taking actionable steps matters when introducing yourself to other investors, and the value of knowing your skillset and having a basic knowledge of terminology at your disposal. Finally, Denis emphasizes being cautious when choosing syndications to invest with and knowing what uncomfortable questions to ask. Denis's career is centered on relationships and trust, which continues to help his business scale and thrive. In this episode, you will hear: Denis Shapiro's early exposure to real estate investing and his pivot from a career in government to real estate investing What Monopoly is teaching his kids about real estate investing The lessons he's trying to teach his kids about money and why having money doesn't necessarily make you rich Why Denis loves being diversified with his investments His first property and some of the big lessons he learned from it The importance of having a team in place to help manage affordable properties at scale The types of affordable housing Denis prefers, and the barrier of entry red tape creates that you won't find in commercial real estate Finding off-market deals in the affordable housing space The three asset classes Denis loves the most and why he stays focused on those Private lending and what makes it an attractive pillar in his business model Creating relationships with other investors and building trust instead of basing a business deal on reputation Learning to ask the right questions as a new investor Taking actionable steps when you're working on building relationships with people you want to work with Why knowing your skillset and some industry terminology can improve how you relate to those you want to learn from and work with What you can learn from LP investors and being careful when choosing syndications Denis's advice for not becoming too dependent on track records and knowing what uncomfortable questions to ask Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go to the episode page at http://www.trustgreene.com/podcast/zen/135 to download it. Supporting Resources: SIH Capital Group - sihcapitalgroup.com SIH's YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/channel/UCSd5v7aB8DSn9Ef9LyuXlVA SIH Capital on Facebook - www.facebook.com/SIH-Capital-Group-104648791684808 SIH on Instagram - www.instagram.com/sihcapitalgroup Connect with Denis Shapiro on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro Find SIH Capital on Twitter/X - twitter.com/sihcapital Website - www.streamlined.properties YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@trustgreene Zillow - https://www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties Email - info@streamlined.properties Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

My guest in this episode is Denis Shapiro. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later. Interview Links: SIH Capital Group; https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ https://www.bradleysurfvillage.com/ows24 Use the code EARLYBIRD24 to save $100 on your ticket and accommodations. Download all the Niches Trilogy Books: The 21 Best Cashflow Niches Digital: ⁠⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cashflow-niches-book⁠⁠ Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-best-cashflow-niches⁠ The 21 Most Unique Cashflow Niches Digital: ⁠⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-most-unique-cashflow-niches⁠⁠ Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-most-unique-niches⁠ The 21 Best Cash Growth Niches Digital: ⁠https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cash-growth-niches⁠⁠ Audio: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-cash-growth-niches Listen To Cashflow Ninja Podcasts: Cashflow Ninja ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowninja⁠ Cashflow Investing Secrets ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowinvestingsecrets⁠ Cashflow Ninja Banking ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflow-ninja-banking⁠ Connect With Us: Website: http://cashflowninja.com Podcast: http://cashflowinvestingsecrets.com Podcast: http://cashflowninjabanking.com Substack: https://mclaubscher.substack.com/ Amazon Audible: https://a.co/d/1xfM1Vx Amazon Audible: https://a.co/d/aGzudX0 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cashflowninja/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mclaubscher Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecashflowninja/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cashflowninja Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mclaubscher/ Gab: https://gab.com/cashflowninja Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/c/Cashflowninja Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-329875 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowninja/message

In this episode: social security, disability, calculating social security, claiming social security, and due diligence. This week we are joined by listener and owner of Financial Security Advocates Dennis Shapiro, to talk thru some of the insights and misconceptions surrounding Social Security Benefits, and what factors and resources you should consider while approaching retirement. The beauty of FI is that it opens up opportunities for you to retire early, but oftentimes we don't consider how retiring early or even starting your own small business can impact your Social Security. While there is no true way of mastering the system to get the most benefit, there are many ways to prepare and plan in order to get the most out of your social security benefits! Remember, these benefits are not just safety nets when it comes time to retire, but can be an additional tool for investment that keeps you comfortable in your FI.  Denis Shapiro: Website: fsadvocates.com Timestamps: 1:16 - Introduction 5:10 - What Pays for Social Security? 11:13 - Social Security and FI/Disability Insurance 17:30 - What Earnings Go Towards Social Security? 23:19 - Disability, Work Subsidies, and Income Related Work Expense 29:03 - How Social Security Benefits Are Calculated 37:05 - Claiming Social Security 39:59 - Social Security and Medicare 44:28 - Social Security and Due Diligence 56:27 - Working and Disability Benefits 59:59 - Conclusion Resources Mentioned In Today's Episode: SSA.gov Social Security Fact Sheet Subscribe to The FI Weekly! More Helpful Links and FI Resources: Top 10 Recommended Travel Rewards Credit Cards Empower: Free Dashboard to Track Your Finances CIT Bank Platinum Savings Account M1 Finance: Commission-Free Investing, 1-click rebalancing CashFreely: Maximize Your Cash Back Rewards Travel Freely: Track all your rewards cards and points Emergency Binder: For Your Family's Essential Info (code ‘CHOOSEFI' for 20% off) Student Loan Planner: Custom Consult (with $100 Discount)

In order to generate great returns in a saturated market, identifying an asset class with a high barrier to entry can be necessary. Affordable Housing, in particular, can be a challenge because of steep municipal regulatory hurdles and compliance issues that make acquisitions and operations complex and difficult. As a result, few investors have the bandwidth that it takes to operate these properties. Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital group, is launching his second alternative investment fund which will be comprised largely of Affordable Housing complexes plus debt investments that will generate upwards of 10% cash flow to investors. 

In this episode, Denis sheds light on the important distinctions between affordable and workforce housing and offers valuable insights into the underwriting process for affordable housing deals. He also breaks down the concept of small market rent arbitrage and shares tips on how to effectively control expenses during the early stages of a deal.   Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation if you're interested in discovering the untapped potential of the affordable housing market!    EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:    Denis Shapiro's real estate investment journey   Demystifying and meeting the affordable housing challenge  Breaking down the myths and misconceptions surrounding affordable housing  Revealing the untapped potential of affordable housing  Denis Shapiro is a Managing Partner at SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that offers a simplified strategy for passive income to accredited investors. After working for the U.S. Government for over a decade, Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 and built a diverse portfolio that includes note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more.   He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors and authored The Alternative Investment Almanac, a book that shares his personal experiences and expert insights on building personal wealth through non-traditional investments.     Connect with Dennis  LinkedIn   Facebook Website       Did you enjoy today's episode?        Please click here to leave a review for The We Build Great Apartment Communities. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out!        Do you know someone who might enjoy this episode? Share this episode to inspire and empower!        Connect with John Brackett and We Build Great Apartment Communities    Instagram @webuildgreatcommunities     Facebook @buildingreatcommunities     LinkedIn @brackettjohn     Website www.fidelitybps.com    Subscribe to The We Build Great Apartment Communities    Apple Podcasts     Spotify          Do you think you would be a great fit for the show? Apply to be a guest by clicking here.        Fidelity Business Partners, Inc.    6965 El Camino Real Suite 105-190    Carlsbad, CA 92009    D: 760-301-5311    F: 760-987-6065     

Many people may not be able to retire in their 30s, but they can still achieve financial independence. This can be scary, but without taking risks, you may miss out on opportunities for growth and success. Is it really possible?  And what enabled other people to persist and achieve success, while others could not?  How were they able to quit their W2 jobs for good?  In today's episode, Denis Shapiro will share his story of how he left his W2 job and transitioned to Real Estate Investing. He will also reveal the strategies he took to achieve success in the pursuit of his goal.  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:  Developing a powerful mindset for real estate business  Why a backup plan could be holding you back from success  Creating your own roadmap to success  How do you break away from the conformity of society Investing Guide: Transition from W2 to full time investor  Denis Shapiro, a seasoned Real Estate Investor and Entrepreneur, known for his expertise in alternative asset classes and passive income investment strategies. He started investing in real estate in 2012 and has since built a diversified portfolio of assets, including Mobile Home Parks, Commercial Properties, Notes, ATMs, and tech startups. In 2019, he co-founded an investment club for accredited investors, which led to the launch of SIH Capital Group, a company that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy for passive income investment.   Connect with Denis  LinkedIn  Website    --- Did you enjoy today's episode?  Please click here to leave a review for The We Build Great Apartment Communities. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out!  Do you know someone who might enjoy this episode? Share this episode to inspire and empower!  Connect with John Brackett and We Build Great Apartment Communities  Instagram @webuildgreatcommunities Facebook @buildingreatcommunities LinkedIn @brackettjohn Website www.fidelitybps.com Subscribe to The We Build Great Apartment Communities  Apple Podcasts Spotify Do you think you would be a great fit for the show? Apply to be a guest by clicking . Fidelity Business Partners, Inc. 6965 El Camino Real Suite 105-190 Carlsbad, CA 92009 D: 760-301-5311 F: 760-987-6065  

Download my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflation In today's episode, we have a panel of experts in real estate investment and alternative assets. Each of them brings a unique perspective and set of experiences to the table, and we're excited to learn from their successes and challenges in the industry! Patrick Grimes Founder of InvestonMainStreet.com, Patrick has fifteen years of experience in active real estate investment: purchasing distressed assets, renovating, and stabilizing for long-term cash flow. His portfolio includes controlling ownership over 4000 units in the emerging markets across Texas and the Southeastern United States. His focus is on acquiring amazing assets across the nation, specifically large, multifamily apartment buildings in emerging markets. This asset class has consistently yielded higher risk-adjusted returns, stabilized cash flow, and accelerated wealth building. Dave Zook Dave Zook is Founder & CEO at The Real Asset Investors / Owner at Horizon Structures. A successful business owner and investment strategist who has placed over $800 million across various asset classes for investors, including ATMs, car washes, energy, and self-storage. He is a top 5 ATM fund operator and early investor in Bitcoin and digital assets, advising at Off the Chain Capital. Dave founded The Real Asset Investor in 2015 after realizing the significant tax liabilities resulting from his successful businesses. He became an expert in tax strategy and investments, educating himself and seeking out asset classes and operators to benefit both his tax situation and wealth building. Dave is also a sought-after speaker who has shared his knowledge on various media platforms. Denis Shapiro Denis is Managing Partner at SIH Capital Group LLCDenis started investing in real estate in 2012, learning the ropes with a single-family rental in a low-income area. He diversified his portfolio over the years, investing in multi-million dollar apartment buildings, mobile home parks, and note funds. Denis co-founded an investment club in 2019 and launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund for accredited investors seeking passive income. He emphasizes partnering with experienced operators as key to success in real estate investing. Discover the top alternative assets for 2023 and the benefits of short-term investments in our latest episode. Join our expert guests for valuable insights and expand your investment portfolio today! 01:08 - Guest Introduction: Patrick Grimes, Dave Zook, and Denis Shapiro 02:58 - Why an operator should look outside traditional assets 09:41 - Is the Fed simply raising rates? 17:51 - Multifamily deals in distress 28:07 - Alternative asset classes 38:30 - Is there better protection for an investor to invest in a multi-family fund versus investing in a specific property? 45:19 - Medical office property 46:46 - Means to reduce taxable basis 51:03 - Do you need a CPA? 51:45 - Best categories for shorter duration alternatives 54:41 - Wrap up 57:05 - Outro Connecting with the Guest: Patrick Grimes Website:https://investonmainstreet.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricksgrimes Dave Zook Website: https://www.therealassetinvestor.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-zook-63765a15 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zook.dave/ Denis Shapiro Website: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sihcapital?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sihcapitalgroup/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro #alternativeinvestments #realestateinvesting #diversify

In a world where traditional investments are becoming more and more volatile, it's worth looking for alternative ways to grow your money. We have a wonderful guest on Elevate Your Equity Podcast, Denis Shapiro - who built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. On the show, he shared where his passion for alternative investment come from and what are some of his favorite alt assets.We also talked about:• Some key pointers for folks trying to pick out the best alternative asset class• What is the market of a great alternative asset operatorMore about Denis, he began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). Soon after he launched SIH Capital Group, a company that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. Denis wrote The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and contains interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.Connect with Denis on LinkedIn and learn more about his business at SIH Capital Group LLC https://sihcapitalgroup.com/.Thanks a bunch Denis Shapiro for coming on the show!Unlock 3+1 degrees of freedom (time, location, financial + health) with our 5-Point Blueprint! https://elevateequity.org/podcastgiftIf you really enjoyed this content and are looking for more, you can continue to learn more about us in several different places for free!on our website for blogs & other podcast interviews! elevateequity.orgour YouTube channel! youtube.com/channel/derekcliffordour book/audiobook! amazon.com/dp/ebookIf you'd like to have a FREE copy of our 7 Ways Commercial Real Estate Syndications Protect and Build Wealth, simply click the link below. We are here and vested in your long-term success! elevateequity.org/7waysEbook

Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012 and built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He now syndicates individual deals and funds. Learn More About Denis Here: SIH Capital Group - https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 15 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/

Do you want to know how to diversify your assets and protect yourself from market volatility? Listen to today's episode with Denis Shapiro as he shares his honest insights on developing generational wealth in unconventional ways. Stay tuned and get started with alternative investments right away.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Reasons you should invest in alternative investmentsThings to consider before investing in a dealPros and cons of affordable housingHow to leverage long-term loans to buy and hold propertiesWhat can "The Alternative Investment Almanac" teach you?Strategic advice to help you scale your businessRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDThe Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro https://amzn.to/3eoHHnXRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback https://amzn.to/3qi5zwa and Kindle https://amzn.to/3x3RUwP Low-Income Housing Tax Credit https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/lihtc.htmlFreddie Mac https://www.freddiemac.com/ABOUT DENIS SHAPIRODenis is SIH Capital Group's managing partner. He began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was starting to recover from the global financial crisis. He built a cash-flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Leveraging these successes and the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.CONNECT WITH DENISWebsite: SIH Capital Group https://sihcapitalgroup.com/CONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity Group - http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/For a list of Virtual Meetups - Email: tate@glequitygroup.com | chelsea@glequitygroup.com Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Alternative investments such as Real Estate and other private investment opportunities are becoming more favored as the stock market has had the worst first half of a year in 50 years. Whether it's Real Estate, ATM funds, Venture Capital funds, Litigation finance, Life Insurance settlements, to name a few, more money is flowing into these assets because they're less volatile and can generate better cash yield than traditional stocks. Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital Group, invests in Real Estate and other assets that generate strong cash flow and appreciation.

Affordable housing is a largely overlooked niche in the real estate asset management space. Our guest today invites us to think again! Denis Shapiro started an investment club in 2019, is the founder of SIH Capital Group, and author of The Alternative Investment Almanac. His focus is primarily on affordable housing and, in this episode, he spills some enlightening affordable housing secrets! We discover the important distinction between affordable housing and workforce housing, as well as the unique underwriting process for the former. Denis explains what small market rent arbitrage is and how it works, and how to control expenses in the early stages of an affordable housing deal. Tune in for this eye-opening and informative episode on the tremendous opportunity available in the largely neglected affordable housing market!Key Points From This Episode:Introducing Denis Shapiro, Founder of SIH Capital Group and author of The Alternative Investment Almanac.Denis shares his real estate investment journey.Why he chose to focus on affordable housing.The important differentiation between affordable housing and workforce housing.The underwriting process for affordable housing. The biggest expenses Denis was able to bring down on a recent affordable housing deal.What small market rent arbitrage is and how it works.The tremendous opportunity available in the affordable housing market.The prioritization of affordable housing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac mandates.Denis' asset management superpower: networking.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Denis ShapiroSIH Capital GroupThe Alternative Investment AlmanacAsset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day CapitalBreak of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YoutubeGary Lipsky on LinkedIn

Listen to our Most Popular Episode of 2021! In this exciting episode, I'll share with you my interview with Denis Shapiro. Get to learn how you can build a steady cash flow portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. Denis is a successful alternative asset investor and he helps accredited investors increase their income through alternative investments. Listen and be inspired! Look for The One Percent Code wherever you listen to podcasts. And if you enjoy listening, don't forget to subscribe and keep sharing your favorite episodes and key takeaways on social media! (don't forget to tag Dr. Melva!) Are you a busy physician looking to build additional income streams ? Get my 9 Business Ideas for Busy Physicians here ---> www.melvasfreeoffer.com

Why you should consider alternative investmentsWhere to invest in the current difficult marketResources to learn about alternative assetsAsset types and risks of fund investmentsAdvice for investors with rentals in low-income areas Life and Money Impact RoundWhat is the one thing to do now to live a meaningful and intentional life by design?What is one life or money hack that you can share to make an impact on others' lives?One thing to do right now to make the world a better place RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDRich dad poor dad by Robert T. KiyosakiThe Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro ABOUT DENIS SHAPIRODenis began investing in real estate in 2012. He has progressed to investing in active and passive deals across various asset types and classes. Denis has invested in note funds, promissory notes, mobile home parks, affordable housing rentals, industrial space, short-term vacation rentals, crowdfunding platforms, and luxury apartment communities. After graduating with a BBA and then an MBA from Baruch College, Denis began working for the United States Government. It was a job he proudly performed for over a decade. In his various roles with the government, Denis served as a liaison to the public and various state agencies. CONNECT WITH DENISWebsite: www.sihcapitalgroup.com CONNECT WITH USTo connect with Annie and Julie, as well as with other Investing For Good listeners, and to get the latest scoop on new and upcoming episodes, join Life and Money Show Podcast Community on Facebook.To learn more about real estate syndication investment opportunities, join the Goodegg Investor Club.Be sure to also grab your free copy of the Investing For Good book (just pay S&H)--Thanks for listening, and until next time, keep investing for good!

NJ Real Estate developers Bret Morgan and Denis Shapiro join the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to explain how they are taking 9 run-down cottages near the beach in Bradley Beach NJ, renovating them, and turning them into short-term rentals. These experienced investors explain how they deal with a town that does not want short-term rentals and the biggest challenge when renovating older properties. Short-term rentals (Air BnB) properties can be cash-flow machines but they need to be in the right location and renovated properly. Although these two developers have run into their fair share of challenges, they are grinding forward and have big plans for Bradley Beach and other attractive NJ shore locations. Grab your margarita and enjoy!contact Bret Morgan: www.bretmorgan.mecontact Denis Shapiro: sihcapitalgroup.com--https://www.peoplescapitalgroup.com/https://www.instagram.com/real_estate_investments_nj/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/peoplescapitalgroupnjhttps://twitter.com/PCGrealestatehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/peoples-capital-grouphttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCeJh5UgrdBDOabr2YLbAHg#NJRealEstateInvesting#AaronFragnito#PassiveCashFlow#PCG--00:00 Intro00:46 Short Term Rentals Down The Jersey Shore05:06 Plans for Short term rental community09:02 Seasonal Markets12:08 Climate change and real estate15:29 Biggest lessons in real estate19:13 Conclusion--This is not a solicitation for funds, tax advice, or legal advice. This is not intended to be, and must not be construed to be in any form or manner a solicitation of investment funds or a securities offering. Peoples Capital Group LLC is NOT a United States Securities Dealer or Broker nor U. S. Investment Adviser is a Consultant/service provider and makes no warranties or representations as to the listener or viewer. All due diligence is the responsibility of the investor.Support the show

How do you build passive income outside the traditional investment portfolio? Russ and Joey have always been passionate about different aspects of investing and diverse ways of building wealth. So they bring in Denis Shapiro to talk about alternative investments in today's episode. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He then built a cash-flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets. Next, leveraging the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.  Top 3 Things You'll Learn:  First, networking with the right people can significantly accelerate your success. Next, make sure your deals are well documented and the roles and responsibilities of each partner are clearly outlined. Finally, learn from your mistakes and take advantage of all the possibilities that alternative investments provide you. About Our Guest: Denis Shapiro is the author of https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional/dp/0578872234 (The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways). He started investing in stocks and bonds 20 years ago, facing the frustrations of investing for income using traditional Wall Street methods throughout that time. In 2021, Denis decided to offer a better solution for investors looking for yields that were shielded from dramatic fluctuations. He realized that leveraging alternative investments with limited liquidity was the solution Wall Street couldn't provide. That idea led to the birth of SIH Capital Group.    Connect with Denis Shapiro:  Website - https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ (https://sihcapitalgroup.com/)   Join the Wealth Without Wall Street Community: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/community (https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/community) Take the Passport Challenge:  https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/path (https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport)   Join the Passive Income MasterMind: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/wwws-passive-income-mastermind (https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/club200)

Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012. He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more.Main Points:Why traditional and alternative investments are critical in a portfolio.How to learn the language of real estate using LinkedIn.How to build a network when starting from zero.How to start an investment club and the advantages and disadvantages of an investment club.How multi-asset income funds can help investors achieve their income goals.The biggest thing the FIRE Movement misses out on.The two most common misconceptions about investing in real estate syndications. Connect with Denis:The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non- Traditional Wayswww.sihcapitalgroup.comdenis@sihcapitalgroup.com Biography of Denis: Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later.This observation compelled Denis to write The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.

Join Daniel Nickles in this special episode as we go back on past highlights with Denis Shapiro, Bronson Hill, and Jim Pfeifer. In today's highlight, we put the spotlight on the top issues that passive investors should be paying attention to right now. Here, Denis, Bronson, and Jim discuss what passive investors assume incorrectly, how the multifamily space behaves during inflation, why you should stick to your community the most when choosing a sponsor, and so much more.  In this episode you will learn:  Denis Shapiro – on the definition of alternative investments  Don't go into a current market with a years-old assumption  Multifamily is the best place to park cash right now  Bronson Hill – how do you slice up your investible funds  Jim Pfeifer – check how your sponsor communicates with you  Connect with Denis Shapiro on:    Website: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup/    Connect with Bronson Hill on:    Website: https://bronsonequity.com/    Connect with Jim Pfeifer on:    Website: http://www.leftfieldinvestors.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimpfeifer    Connect with Two Smart Assets on:    Website: https://upstreaminvestor.com/  https://twosmartassets.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twosmartassets/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5b8x2o3ByaPBcz5Lkev7uw   

Learn how alternative investments have outperformed conventional financial wisdom and are becoming a more mainstream method of building a healthy portfolio. Timestamps[01:13] Intro[02:10] Investing in ATM funds[04:32] Denis' take on solely investing in ATM funds[06:04] Denis shares more on the kind of due diligence and steps investors can use to ensure safety with money handling[09:10] How Denis formed an investment group with his business partners, building a diversified portfolio[12:20] Things to talk about before forming an investment club [13:38] Denis talks about starting or expanding an investment club[18:08] What Denis considers to be an alternative investment[18:13] Denis highlights the benefits of alternative investments[21:15] Denis' opinion on the perfect time and the amount  an  investor needs  to start looking at alternative investments[25:23] Denis talks about what his book entails Sign Up For Our Free Newsletter where we cover the latest in Stocks & Crypto, Multifamily, and the Nation's Economy: https://perpetualwealthcapital.com/newsletter-signup/Partner with us on our next multifamily property either actively or passively: https://PerpetualWealthCapital.com/Partner Download our free ebook: The Definitive Guide To Building Generational Wealth & Passive Cash Flow Through Multifamily Real Estate InvestingIf you like our content, please give us a rating on the platform you're listening on!Get in touch: Justin@PerpetualWealthCapital.com Let me know what topics you'd like to learn more about.Connect with Denis Shapiro;Denis' Book link  on Amazon; https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional/dp/0578872234 Linkedin; https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ Website; https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ 

When you're not an average investor, you understand there is opportunities in alternative investments, and you've already probably had some wins in that space, but there are many avenues for alternative investing you haven't had time to vet.That's why we're brining the author of The Alternative Investing Almanac, Denis Shapiro, to break down asset classes from mobile home parks to insurance and more!Denis will talk about:- how he got to understand the wide breadth of investments out there- which asset class he wishes he could've added to the book that you should know about- who you need in your network to build a diversified alternative investing portfolio- and more!Don't miss your chance to round out your alternative investing knowledge with the guy that wrote the book on it! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Join Daniel Nickles with his guest Denis Shapiro as he simplifies what alternative investments are and how much space they take up in his portfolio. Before the book, Denis remembers spending so much time looking up the definition of alternative investments. It's a good thing that with the book, readers no longer have to do the same. In this episode, Denis shares how he divides his assets when investing, his top tips on what to look for in deals and operators, and the insights to watch out for in his book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways. In this episode you will learn: Denis Shapiro – on reading Rich Dad Poor Dad at 14 Look at your portfolio management like a pie What are alternative investments? Don't invest with operators who… What to expect from The Alternative Investment Almanac About Denis Shapiro: After graduating with a BBA and MBA from Baruch College in New York City, Denis Shapiro began working for the U.S. Government in a career that he proudly built for over a decade. In his various roles with the government, Denis served as a liaison to the public and various state agencies and gained a unique view of the importance of portfolio allocation and management. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He went on to build a cash-flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Leveraging these successes and the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis' book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways, is based on his personal experiences, supplemented by interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in the business today. Connect with Denis Shapiro on: Website:              https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ LinkedIn:              https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup/   The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways, Book by Denis Shapiro: https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional/dp/0578872234   Connect with Two Smart Assets on:   Website:              https://twosmartassets.com/ Facebook:           https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/ Instagram:          https://www.instagram.com/twosmartassets/ YouTube:             https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5b8x2o3ByaPBcz5Lkev7uw  

In this Off The Beaten Path Episode, Denis Shapiro shares one of the best advantages of investing in alternative assets.   Want to learn more about passive income?   Check out our FREE GUIDE - The Passive Investor's Handbook   Click here to access

Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginningto recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club, he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.Join Our Passive Investor NetworkDownload Our Passive Investor Guide to Multifamily SyndicationsWE DISCUSS:How he first learned about assets and real estate.How he was introduced to syndications.What his business looks like today.The difference between syndication and an income fund.The details of the 50-unit deal that he's closing.The pros and cons of investing in affordable housing.His biggest challenge.What's going really well with his business.KEY QUOTE:“Strategic partnerships are critical to my business. I've been blown away at how good my partners are. I'm fortunate to say they are way smarter than me. "CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:Visit their website at www.sihcapitalgroup.comCONNECT WITH US! Visit our Website: https://www.canovocapital.com/podcastConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apartmentinvestingjourney/?modal=admin_todo_tourFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmNIzpEzxGn5ZuNgjAVV-w/featuredFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apartmentinvestingjourney/Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apartment-investing-journey/id1464256464LOVE THE SHOW? PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW & SHARE

Welcome back to the Passive Mobile Home Park Investing Podcast, hosted by Andrew Keel. On this episode of the Passive Mobile Home Park Investing Podcast, Andrew talks with Denis Shapiro of SIH Capital Group. Denis has a unique background that has enabled him to build the skills necessary to be successful throughout his investing career. Today, Denis shares his background and previous experiences with Passive Mobile Home Park Investing Podcast listeners. On this episode Denis Shapiro offers advice to limited partner investors as he discusses his thoughts on the economic future of the mobile home park industry, inflation and interest rates in the United States. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He built a cash flowing portfolio with alternative assets such as notes, ATMs, mobile home parks, tech startups, and commercial properties. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club, he launched SIH Capital Group. SIH provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Andrew Keel is the owner of Keel Team, LLC, a Top 100 Owner of Manufactured Housing Communities with over 2,000 lots under management. His team currently manages over 30 manufactured housing communities across more than ten states. His expertise is in turning around under-managed manufactured housing communities by utilizing proven systems to maximize the occupancy while reducing operating costs. He specializes in bringing in homes to fill vacant lots, implementing utility bill back programs, and improving overall management and operating efficiencies, all of which significantly boost the asset value and net operating income of the communities. Andrew has been featured on some of the Top Podcasts in the manufactured housing space, click here to listen to his most recent interviews: https://www.keelteam.com/podcast-links. In order to successfully implement his management strategy Andrew's team usually moves on location during the first several months of ownership. Find out more about Andrew's story at AndrewKeel.com. Talking Points: 00:21 - Welcome to the Passive Mobile Home Park Investing Podcast 01:32 - Denis Shapiro's background and journey 05:33 - Investing in a fund of fund with m

Investors don't only invest with money; they also invest using values. This is why investors can vary so much in style and preference from one another. But if you ask Denis if he's got anything to say to someone who's got all of his pockets thrown in the stock market, "alternative investments" is most probably the response you'll get. In this episode of Wealth Science Podcast, Denis Shapiro talks about his first experience with single-family homes, the "AHA!" moments of crowdfunding, his takeaway from Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad Poor Dad, and why you need to hear more about alternative investments. Outline of the episode: An element of W-2s that pushed Denis towards entrepreneurship The first single-family home was terrible 10x What do you need to get into if you're 100% in the stock market? The betting process of operators Denis Shapiro – the world is too political! About Denis Shapiro: Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He went on to build a cash-flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Leveraging these successes and the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis' book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways is based on his personal experiences, supplemented by interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in the business today. Catch up with Denis Shapiro: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ (Website | SIH) https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ (Capital Group) https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/ (LinkedIn) https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/ (| Denis Shapiro) Connect with your host Jesse Futia on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-f-ba54b9147/ (LinkedIn | Jesse) Futia https://www.facebook.com/jesse.futia/ (Facebook) | jesse.futia https://twitter.com/FutiaJesse (Twitter) | @FutiaJesse jesse@execequityinvesting.com Don't forget to connect with https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealth-science-podcast/ (Wealth Science on LinkedIn) Find out more about passive real estate investing by clicking http://www.execequityinvesting.com/ (here)! Interested in learning more about real estate investing? https://calendly.com/jessefutia/intro (Schedule a call with Jesse)! Want to get all the updates on the Wealth Science podcast? Click https://mailchi.mp/850d43b355bc/wealth-science (here) to join our newsletter!

Do you want to invest but don't know where to start? Join us in this episode with our guest, Denis Shapiro, the Managing Partner at SIH Capital Group LLC, to gain valuable insights on where to start. Denis started investing in traditional stocks at 14. Unlike most investors who focus on specific investment assets, he still looks at both traditional and alternative investments. Now, he is helping people diversify their funds and investments through SIH Capital Group. Denis also wrote the book The Alternative Investment Almanac to share his insights into building wealth. Start building yours by listening to this episode!   To see the full show notes and transcript, click here.

Denis Shapiro has diversified his portfolio ranging from apartment buildings to self-storage to mobile home parks. Now, Denis has branched out into Affordable Housing, a market that few people decide to invest in. In this episode, Denis shares why Afford Housing can be a lucrative investment, along with five benefits you can gain from this asset type. Fund Manager at SIH Capital Group, which has an income fund and allows their investors to invest in specific deals they are GPs on. The income fund mirrors what one would find in a REIT but more consistent and is not publicly traded. Portfolio: LP on multiple syndications in various asset classes such as apartment buildings, mhps, self storage and atm funds. Also has 10 Residential syndications, including Ashcroft deals Has two upcoming GP deals in the works: a 50 unit Affordable Housing community closing in 01/22; and a 9 unit STR community closing in 02/22. Based in: Freehold, NJ Say hi to him at: www.sihcapitalgroup.com | https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup Best Ever Book: The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman Click here to know more about our sponsors: Deal Maker Mentoring | PassiveInvesting.com | FollowUp Boss

After graduating with a BBA and MBA from Baruch College in New York City, Denis Shapiro began working for the U.S. Government in a career that he proudly built for over a decade. In his various roles with the government, Denis served as a liaison to the public and various state agencies and gained a unique view of the importance of portfolio allocation and management. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He went on to build a cash-flowing portfolio that includes many alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He also co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Leveraging these successes and the lessons learned throughout his career, Denis launched SIH Capital Group, an alternative investment fund that provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis' book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways, is based on his personal experiences, supplemented by interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in the business today. (00:02 - 2:35) Opening Segment - Introduction of the host into the show - Alpesh introduces the guest of the show, Denis - Denis shares something interesting about himself (2:35 - 26:26) Alternate Investments Dymystified - Can you share your story about why you started looking into alternative investing? What is the catalyst? -Why traditional and alternative investments are critical in a portfolio? -In your book, do you explain how your portfolio needs to be allocated, what exactly does it cover? -What are the three most common misconceptions about investing in real estate syndications? -What is the fire moment and what's the biggest thing the fire moment misses out on? (26:26 - 26:57) Break - Welcoming listeners and guest back to the show (26:57 - 31:10) Fire Round - Will Denis change the business strategy after Coronavirus? – Denis's favorite real estate, finance, or other related books – Tools or website Denis recommends - Denis's advice to beginner investors – How does Denis give back? – How can Wealth Matters Podcast listeners reach out to Denis? (31:10 - 31:44) Closing Segment -If you want to learn more about the discussion, you can watch the podcast on Wealth Matter's YouTube channel and you can reach out to Alpesh using this link. Facebook: @wealthmatrs IG: @wealthmatrs.ig Tiktok: @wealthmatrs

Want to avoid mistakes in Long Distance Investing?  Download your FREE document at billykeels.com/7mistakestoavoid  Going Long Podcast Episode 166: The Freedom you're Looking For in Alternative Investments In the conversation with today's guests, Denis Shapiro, you'll learn the following:   [00:18 - 04:27] Show introduction with comments from Billy. [04:27 - 07:42] Guest introduction and first questions. [07:42 - 16:38] The backstory and decisions made that led Denis to this point in his journey.  [16:38 -22:09] Denis talks about the difference between the emotional ups and downs of gains and losses on the stock market vs reliable direct deposit payments from Real Asset investments.  [22:09 - 32:20] Some of the reasons why Denis decided to passively invest long distance and outside of his home state in Real Assets, as well as actively investing in his local market location. [32:20 - 38:08] How to make sure you work with a reliable operator that will ensure all runs as it should to bring about a successful investment with no unnecessary mistakes or losses.  [38:08 - 41:00] Denis reveals the inspiration behind and the end-game goal of his self published book, ‘The Alternative Investment Almanac'.   Here's what Denis shared with us during today's conversation:    Where in the world Denis is based currently: Central New Jersey. The most positive thing to happen in the past 24 hours: Did a webinar on one of the deals that he is involved in, and enjoyed the thought that he is now the teacher where he was once the student! Favourite European City: Anywhere in Croatia!  A mistake that Denis would like you to learn from so that you don't have to pay full price: Don't be scared of your mistakes - live it, love it, and move on!  Book Recommendations: The Five Love Languages, by Gary Chapman.   Be sure to reach out and connect with Denis Shapiro by using the info below:  Website: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/  Denis's Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional-ebook/dp/B0952LG49S  To see the Video Version of today's conversation just CLICK HERE.   How to leave a review for The Going Long Podcast: https://youtu.be/qfRqLVcf8UI    Start taking action TODAY so that you can gain more Education and Control over your financial life.   Do you want to have more control and avoid the mistakes that I made getting started in long distance investing?  Then you can DOWNLOAD the 7 Mistakes to Avoid in Long Distance Investing Guide by clicking HERE.   Be sure to connect with Billy!  He's made it easy for you to do…Just go to any of these sites:   Website: www.billykeels.com Youtube: billykeels Facebook: Billy Keels Fan Page Instagram: @billykeels Twitter: @billykeels LinkedIn: Billy Keels

Join co-hosts Richard Coyne & Bill Zahller as they interview guests who left a successful career to pursue a different path on the Road Less Traveled Show! In this episode, we spend time with Denis Shapiro!  Denis worked for the Federal Government.  He later formed an investment club and grew that into his own investment company.   A bit more about Denis: Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). Denis built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. Denis co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club, he launched SIHCapital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance are still hard to find nearly a decade later. This observation compelled Denis to write The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. Denis' book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today. Contact Denis Email: Denis@SIHCapitalGroup.com Website:  SIHCapitalGroup.com LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/ Book:  The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways   Contact Bill Zahller Phone: 828-275-5035 Email: Bill@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/billzahller   Contact Richard Coyne Phone: 404-245-9732 Email: Richard@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardjcoyne     If you would like to learn more about: How Park Capital Partners connects investors with passive income-generating opportunities through real estate, Our Park Capital Value-Add Fund (a 506c fund), or The Park Capital Partners Foundation, Inc. (a 501(c)3 non-profit). please contact Park Capital Partners LLC in the following ways:    Website: ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com Email us: info@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParkCapitalPartners/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/park-capital-partners-llc/   Music by Aliaksei Yukhnevich/Jamendo. Audio and Video production by Kerry Webb.   If you would like to be a guest on our show and have a “path/road change” story, please reach out to our assistant, Tara at Tara@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com.  We would love to chat with you!

Because knowing which asset type to invest in is very important when it comes to asset allocation and diversification, we have Denis Shapiro joining us today. Listen in as he outlines the positive rewards of building a portfolio through alternative assets and different strategies to build your real estate network.Key Takeaways To Listen ForAttractive features of real estate investingHow to optimize your networkInvestment club: Definition, benefits, and consThe importance of understanding the language of real estateAdvantages of investing in alternative investmentsBest way to achieve financial successResources Mentioned In This EpisodeFree Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive InvestorBiggerPockets: Real Estate Investing Community & AdviceThe Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro and Liza PicozziAlternative Investments Free eBookAbout Denis ShapiroDenis Shapiro is an Author, Networker, and alternative -investment expert.  He has built his cash-flowing portfolio through investing in a variety of alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, and more.  He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019, which led to him launching SIH Capital group. Be sure to check out his book, The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021, where he shares his experiences and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.Connect with DenisWebsite: SIH Capital Group LinkedIn: Denis ShapiroTo Connect With UsPlease visit our website: www.bonavestcapital.com and please click here, to leave a rating and review!SponsorThinking About Creating and Growing Your Own Podcast But Not Sure Where To Start?Visit GrowYourShow.com and Schedule a call with Adam A. Adams

Welcome to Real Estate (Un)Success Stories. Join your host Cody Lewis as he talks with Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner at SIH Capital Group, LLC. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.   Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later.    This observation compelled Denis to write The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.      Main Takeaways   Alternative investments in real estate What to expect in your first real estate deal Steps to take before networking in real estate     Connect with Denis https://sihcapitalgroup.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/DenisShapiro https://facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup   LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone hear the challenges we went through so they can avoid the same mistake by sharing this episode or listen to our previous episodes. Check out our website https://www.venduecapital.com/ Connect with Cody on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcodylewis/ Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review!

Denis Shapiro is the author of The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways. He began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the global financial crisis. He went on to build a cash-flowing portfolio including alternative assets, such as note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. In this episode, Denis shares why he calls apartment buildings the gateway drug, why networking is critical in alternative investing, and why you should never engage in alternative investment if you're not going to network. He also shares the most surprising class of alternative investments that he discovered, which is the ability to trade someone's life insurance policy. Reference Links Accountable Equity www.accountableequity.com The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional/dp/0578872234 SIH Capital Group https://sihcapitalgroup.com/

[00:13] Introducing today's guest, ‘Denis Shapiro'. [02:39] A brief bio on Denis. [03:54] One word that describes Denis. [05:06] Denis dives into his finance career. [09:01] Denis' favorite asset class. [11:39] Where the market is headed. [07:11] Start of current private equity fund venture. [09:02] Defining moment in career change. [12:55] Housing shortage in the USA. [15:01] Utilizing vacant office spaces. [17:30] Denis on being cautious & strategic while taking action. [19:37] Raising private capital for investments. [21:00] Passive vs. active investing. [22:37] Tech that helps with networking. [23:19] Denis talks about his new book. [27:52] Denis'' biggest piece of advice. [29:51] Bonus questions-favorite book, food, & tourist attraction. [32:16] Closing remarks.

Who is your mentor? This might be one of the most common questions that you'll be asked once you start investing or a business in general. When searching for a mentor, what are the characteristics you are looking for? In the first part of this episode, Gary talks about one of his mentors, award-winning speaker and author, Denis Waitley. He also reads several excerpts from the books that Denis wrote. For the second part, Gary continues his interview with Denis Shapiro. They tackle the different misconceptions about investing in real estate syndication. Denis also shares his approach to the FIRE movement and more details about his book, the Alternative Investment Almanac. Highlights Who is Denis Waitley? - 2:18 One of the biggest lessons Denis has ever learned. - 3:50 Reading excerpts from the books Denis wrote. - 4:18 What are the misconceptions about investing in real estate syndication? - 13:06 Approach to the FIRE movement. - 19:27 What is the long-term more appreciation of the low-income side of the spectrum and what's the other side of the spectrum? - 25:00 The best way to connect with Denis. - 28:45 Links and Resources from this Episode The Alternative Investment Almanac Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ Connect with Denis Shapiro https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ 

In today's show, Pancham interviews Denis Shapiro - co-founder of 3LM Investment Club, managing partner of SIH Capital Group, LLC, and author of The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways. When Denis first invested in a single-family rental, he had the worst experience possible but still wanted to create passive income and be able to build his portfolio. So, he had tried out various investing strategies and options - note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, and short-term rentals are only some of the alternative assets he has invested in! His journey was certainly not an overnight success. Find out how Denis made it all possible with the help of networking, performing his due diligence, and acquiring every knowledge he can get to be a better investor! Learn the different opportunities in investing, insights from being in the industry for almost a decade, and more throughout this episode! Listen and enjoy the show!   Quote: “I was like “I don't wanna scale this, but I need an alternative investment so where would I go from there?” and when I started really looking into them, I found that there were so many more passive options where you are not being a landlord.” Timestamped Shownotes: 0:42 - Pancham introduces Denis to the show 1:55 - On starting his career through different alternative investments 9:29 - His learning process that helped with his venture's success 13:42 - The one thing that the F.I.R.E. movement overlooked on 20:11 - Misconceptions to look out for when investing in syndications 23:15 - Learning the language of investing to get a headstart when networking 27:01 - Factors to look at when market prices are at all-time highs 31:32 - Taking the Leap Round 31:32 - His 1st investment outside of Wall Street (at 14 yrs old!) 31:59 - Overcoming his fears when he first started investing 32:41 - How his apartment and crowdfunding didn't work as expected 35:22 - Why investors should value education and learn from deals everyday 37:09 - Key insights from his book and where to get a copy of them 3 Key Points: Networking with other investors is a powerful tool in order to understand investing better as you can be able to learn more such as its terms and process. Find your “why” and your purpose so that you'll enjoy your journey even if you've already achieved financial independence. There would be a lot of good and bad operators when investing. As investors, one of our roles is two be able to differentiate the two. Get in Touch: Get a synopsis of his book “The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways” at sih@thegoldcollarinvestor.com SIH Capital Group Website - https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ Download the FREE eBook “Top 6 Reasons To Invest Outside of Wall Street” at https://thegoldcollarinvestor.com/download/ The Gold Collar Investor Club - https://thegoldcollarinvestor.com/club/ Pancham Gupta Email - p@thegoldcollarinvestor.com Books: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert T. Kiyosaki - https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194 The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways by Denis Shapiro - https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional/dp/0578872234

If you are looking to invest and grow your money, there are a lot of different alternative income streams that you can try: Interest income, dividend income, rental income, and capital gains to name a few. But are these income streams worth your money, time, and effort? Gary welcomes author, investor, and serial entrepreneur Denis Shapiro to talk about his experiences with alternative investments, real estate, and income-producing assets. They also discuss Denis' new book, The Alternative Investment Almanac, and his reason for writing his book. Gary and Denis also explored using whole life insurance to achieve wealth and fund the other investments. Highlights I see a lot of great things coming. - 1:55 How can Gary help on a more national level in pushing patriotism across America? - 4:57 How did Denis get caught up in the alternative investment, real estate, and income-producing assets? - 7:18 Investing in his education: I can't get a job, might as well go get more education. - 9:28 The biggest moment. - 10:59 Life-changing moment: Attending a crazy event and meeting a person he never met. - 14:20 Denis' vision: The vanguard of alternative investments. - 17:26 Investing in high-value cash life insurance. - 21:28 Teaser: What are the topics for the next episode? - 24:16 Links and Resources from this Episode The Alternative Investment Almanac Rich Dad Poor Dad Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://www.paradigmlife.net/ gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net https://garypinkerton.com/ 

In this exciting episode, I'll share with you my interview with Denis Shapiro. Get to learn how you can build a steady cash flow portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. Denis is a successful alternative asset investor and he helps accredited investors increase their income through alternative investments. Tune in to this podcast to get the strategy you need to leverage yourself, create multiple streams of income, and build your wealth portfolio...and then you can decide whether you want to work forever (I probably will!) or turn your career into a lucrative hobby. Join my FREE Facebook here ---> http://bit.ly/onepercentcode

Traditional financial investments versus alternative investments…. which is better? The answer may be more nuanced when looking at both over a long period of time. Today's guest, Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital Group and author of The Alternative Almanac, believes there are pros and cons to both although he's leaned more towards Multifamily investing over the past few years.

Today's Ritter On Real Estate guest is Denis Shapiro. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash-flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short-term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club, he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income.Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later.This observation compelled Denis to write The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.Key Points From The Episode:Starting off with traditional investment vehicles.The realization that there's a lack of growth in traditional investments.Building a diverse portfolio.Networking, due diligence, and underwriting alternative investments.Meeting other syndicators in conferences for additional knowledge.What to look for in a sponsor.Advantages of diversifying deals by getting a partner.Deploying multiple deals with different sponsors.Basics of Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) movement.What happens after you retire?Finding the ultimate life goal in commercial real estate.The idea of saving versus investing in continuing the income streamThe misconception about being 100% “passive”.Importance of learning the basics of underwriting.Books mentioned:The Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro

Denis Shapiro was exposed to investment very early in life. Imagine an investment whiz kid that turned his fine-tuned experience into a career. He delivers his expertise almost like he lives and breathes investment. That's exactly how you can tell how deep his understanding of investments and alternative assets is. Author of The Alternative Investment Almanac, Denis takes us through a crash course and a deep dive in this week's episode. Find out about dozens of multi-asset options, portfolio liquidity, REITs, the three-step process, and the gateway drug. All high-level information! Watch the entire episode. In this episode, we explore: 00:44 – Denis Shapiro introduction 01:55 – The investment path of young Denis 04:55 – Appreciate and Create Income 06:13 – Traditional plus Alternative Investments 08:08 – The Alternative Investment Almanac 09:14 – The Gateway Drug: Apartment Buildings 10:51 – Life Insurance Settlements 13:31 – Educating Investment Skeptics 17:14 – Multi-asset Income Fund 18:40 – Commercial plus High Cash Flow Assets 20:04 – Non-traded and Public REITs 23:52 – The Three-Step Process to be an Educated Limited Partner 27:59 – High-level Asset Introduction from the Almanac 29:08 – sihcapitalgroup.com and Audio Abridged versions Connecting with the Guest: Wesbite: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/author/denissihcapitalgroup-com/ The Alternative Investment Almanac: https://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Investment-Almanac-Insights-Non-Traditional-ebook/dp/B0952LG49S - Wesbite The Alternative Investment Almanac #alternativeassets #passiveinvestments #incomefund

Join Vince and Matt as they talk with Denis Shapiro about his book, The Alternative Investment Almanac, and why he thinks there is 'magic' in alternative investment. Connecting and networking is a powerful skill and tool when it comes to real estate. But, for Denis, networking shouldn't always just be about your bottom line. When you can provide value for others, you are already on your way to making long-term connections. Today, Denis talks more about the pros and cons of investment clubs, his mistakes as an alternative investor, how he networked and invested from scratch, and all the insights he can share on how you can build wealth in non-traditional ways. There's a lot to unpack, so stay tuned and enjoy the episode! Outline of the episode:  ●    [01:02] Apartment Syndication – the gateway drug to real estate investing. ●   [05:17] Feel your first investing experience to gear better for the next. ●   [09:24] Why did Denis write the book, The Alternative Investment Almanac? ●   [13:24] How do you start a network from zero? ●   [18:51] Denis Shapiro on investment clubs. ●   [23:16] From investment club to hedge fund. ●   [26:34] My worst investment was also my best investment! ●   [32:11] Alternative investing is where the magic happens! ●   [35:56] Denis Shapiro on the book, The Five Love Languages. ●   [39:09] Focus on the quality of your after-work life and not on your checklist after retirement. Resources: ●   SIH Capital Group ● The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways, Book by Denis Shapiro ●  The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts, Book by Gary Chapman  https://www.millionairesmindsetblueprint.com/ Connect with The Cashflow Project! ●    Website ●    LinkedIn ●    Youtube ●    Facebook ●    Instagram

Having literally tried every strategy known to the stock world and failed, Denis Shapiro decided to shift gears and design an income fund through real estate syndication. He also blended in a few assets to create a diversified portfolio which included apartment buildings, self-storage, mobile home parks, mortgage notes, and ATM funds.In this episode, Denis will explain the structure of his multi-asset fund and share why it's good to invest in such a diversified fund model. He will also talk about mortgage notes and ATMs and give some of the dangers that we need to consider when investing in these asset classes.

Why you should consider alternative investmentsWhere to invest in the current difficult marketResources to learn about alternative assetsAsset types and risks of fund investmentsAdvice for investors with rentals in low-income areasLife and Money Impact RoundWhat is the one thing to do now to live a meaningful and intentional life by design?What is one life or money hack that you can share to make an impact on others' lives?One thing to do right now to make the world a better placeRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDRich dad poor dad by Robert T. KiyosakiThe Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis ShapiroABOUT DENIS SHAPIRODenis began investing in real estate in 2012. He has progressed to investing in active and passive deals across various asset types and classes. Denis has invested in note funds, promissory notes, mobile home parks, affordable housing rentals, industrial space, short-term vacation rentals, crowdfunding platforms, and luxury apartment communities. After graduating with a BBA and then an MBA from Baruch College, Denis began working for the United States Government. It was a job he proudly performed for over a decade. In his various roles with the government, Denis served as a liaison to the public and various state agencies.CONNECT WITH DENISWebsite: www.sihcapitalgroup.comCONNECT WITH USTo connect with Annie and Julie, as well as with other Investing For Good listeners, and to get the latest scoop on new and upcoming episodes, join Life and Money Show Podcast Community on Facebook.To learn more about real estate syndication investment opportunities, join the Goodegg Investor Club.Be sure to also grab your free copy of the Investing For Good book (just pay S&H)--Thanks for listening, and until next time, keep investing for good!

What are alternative ways to actively and passively invest? In today's episode, we're going to dive into them! Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012. He has progressed to investing in active and passive deals across various asset types and classes. Denis has invested in note funds, promissory notes, mobile home parks, affordable housing rentals, industrial space, short-term vacation rentals, crowdfunding platforms, and luxury apartment communities. Graduating from Baruch College, Denis began working for the United States government, it was a job he probably performed for over a decade. In his various roles in the government, served as a liaison to the public and served in various state agencies. Working for such a large institution provided him with a unique view of the importance of portfolio allocation and management.[00:01 - 03:52] Opening SegmentLet's get to know today's guest, Denis ShapiroBeginning with stocks and bonds in high schoolDenis shares how he got into active and passive investing[03:53 - 15:02] The Alternative Investing Almanac[15:03 - 28:20] Investing Clubs and FundingDenis talks about their roles in his investment clubLaunching an income fundRaising money for a multi-asset fund without a brandWhat's the FIRE Movement?Denis talks about his book The Alternative Investment Almanac[28:21 - 31:45] Final Four SegmentResources MentionedRich Dad Poor DadTweetable Quotes“When you start thinking of it as an end situation and not that ‘I have to sell this in order to get this,' you'll be surprised [that] there's a lot of actual options out there where you don't actually have to sell. You could collaterize.” - Denis Shapiro“It's a huge challenge as an investor to have a present mentality.” - Denis Shapiro“There's this world out there that can be a huge tool in their own portfolios.” - Denis Shapiro-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Denis Shapiro through denis@sihcapitalgroup.com and LinkedIn. Visit his website https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ and grab your copy of The Alternative Investment Almanac.Connect with me:I love helping others place money outside of traditional investments that both diversify a strategy and provide solid predictable returns. FacebookLinkedInLike, subscribe, and leave

What are alternative ways to actively and passively invest?  In today's episode, we're going to dive into them!  Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012.  He has progressed to investing in active and passive deals across various asset types and classes.  Denis has invested in note funds, promissory notes, mobile home parks, affordable housing rentals, industrial space, short-term vacation rentals, crowdfunding platforms, and luxury apartment communities.  Graduating from Baruch College, Denis began working for the United States government, it was a job he probably performed for over a decade.  In his various roles in the government, served as a liaison to the public and served in various state agencies.  Working for such a large institution provided him with a unique view of the importance of portfolio allocation and management.[00:01 - 03:52] Opening SegmentLet's get to know today's guest, Denis ShapiroBeginning with stocks and bonds in high schoolDenis shares how he got into active and passive investing[03:53 - 15:02] The Alternative Investing AlmanacBringing Appreciation and Income in Denis' Portfolio“I started loving commercial real estate.”Three Keys to Scale Your Alternative AssetsWhy You Should Learn UnderwritingAll About Investment Clubs[15:03 - 28:20] Investing Clubs and FundingDenis talks about their roles in his investment clubLaunching an income fundRaising money for a multi-asset fund without a brandWhat's the FIRE Movement?Denis talks about his book The Alternative Investment Almanac[28:21 - 31:45] Final Four SegmentWhat Denis would invest in with only $20,000 Joint VentureHow Denis would help in a real estate mistakeBuying in a low income areaDenis's way to make the world a better placeInvesting in commercial real estateReach out to our guest - see links below Final wordsResources MentionedRich Dad Poor DadTweetable Quotes“When you start thinking of it as an end situation and not that ‘I have to sell this in order to get this,' you'll be surprised [that] there's a lot of actual options out there where you don't actually have to sell.  You could collaterize.” - Denis Shapiro“It's a huge challenge as an investor to have a present mentality.” - Denis Shapiro“There's this world out there that can be a huge tool in their own portfolios.” - Denis Shapiro-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Denis Shapiro through denis@sihcapitalgroup.com and LinkedIn.  Visit his website https://sihcapitalgroup.com/ and grab your copy of The Alternative Investment Almanac.Connect with me:I love helping others place money outside of traditional investments that both diversify a strategy and provide solid predictable returns.  FacebookLinkedInLike, subscribe, and leave

While investing in traditional assets, Denis Shapiro failed to create meaningful income. Instead he merged traditional investments with real estate investments to cultivate the portfolio he has today. Denis lays out the research he does before investing in any deal, circumstances where a preferred return may not be a priority, and some major negatives of ATM funds. Denis Shapiro Real Estate Background: Full time fund manager 9 years of real estate investing experience Portfolio consists of rentals, large traditional equity position, private lending, ATM funds, Note funds, 10 residential syndications including Ashcroft deals Based in Freehold, NJ Say hi to him at: www.sihcapitalgroup.com SEC article Denis discussed during the conversation: https://www.nasaa.org/8133/top-10-investment-scams-list-released-by-state-securities-regulators/  Best Ever Book: Alternative Investment Almanac    Click here to know more about our sponsors: Real Estate CFO Services | ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching | Rent Redi | Rentify

Denis began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. To learn more about or connect with Denis visit sihcapitalgroup.com We hope you were able to take some value away from todays episode. To learn more or connect with Danté or DJ visit victorycapgroup.com

Denis Shapiro, author of The Alternative Investment Almanac, joins the show today. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012 when the market was recovering from the financial crisis. He built a diversified portfolio including mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech startups, and much more. He later co-founded an investment club and eventually launched SIH Capital Group. If you're interested in investing in alternative assets outside of your practice, this episode is for you. Listen in as Denis discusses unique alternative investments, infinite banking, and the FIRE movement. EPISODE RESOURCES www.sihcapitalgroup.com Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast Visit the Dentalpreneur Podcast website Write a Review on iTunes Dental Success Network

My guest in this episode is Denis Shapiro. Denis began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later. Interview Links: The Alternative Investment Almanack Programs: The Cashflow Creator Formula The Cashflow Core Builder The Crypto Investing Method

Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC. He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM, funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, Industrial property, short term rentals, and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIH Capital Group. SIHCG provides accredited investors with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income. Denis has observed key changes in the alternative asset market in the decade of recovery from the GFC. The JOBS Act of 2012 opened many alternative assets up to everyday investors, but clear expertise and guidance is still hard to find nearly a decade later. This observation compelled Denis to write The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021. His book is based on his own experience becoming a successful alternative asset investor and interviews with some of the best alternative asset investors in business today.   [00:01 - 11:00] Opening Segment Denis introduces himself and describes traditional and alternative investments. Stocks and bonds traded in Wall Street vs Assets not traded in Wall Street. Alternative investments: Mobile home parks, life insurance funds, ATM Funds and more.  What are ATM funds? Denis describes why he focuses on this type of investment. The ATM business model: The ATM machine or The ATM fund. [11:00 - 21:06] ATM Funds How investors can protect themselves from what could be referred as a ponzi scheme in this type of investment.  Due diligence: Researching the right ATM fund.  Craft an investment checklist. The importance of running background checks. Denis describes how ATM machines behave in a 7 year investment cycle. Depreciation in technology: Segregation in the ATM world. [21:06 - 27:16] Combining traditional and alternative investments   Why Denis started an alternative investment fund. The 4% golden rule. Denis describes the many strategies he has used over the years. How Denis approaches investing when combining both types of investments.  Save your brain power! [27:17 - 36:54] Closing Segment Quick break for our sponsors What is the best investment you've ever made other than your education? His spouse and a low income rental. Denis's worst investment The same low income rental What is the most important lesson that you've learned in business and investing? Networking Connect with my guest. See the links below. Tweetable Quotes: “The main function of the ATM business model is to provide banking services to what's called the underbanked population ” - Denis Shapiro “I think in this business, specially as an investor, you live or die on your network” -  Denis Shapiro  ------------ Resources Mentioned: The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways in 2021 Connect with Denis through his website: www.sihcapitalgroup.com LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes                     

My guest today, Denis Shapiro, was working for the government when he realized that the government was not only his employer, but also his business partner because they were sharing so much of his profit through taxation. This led him to look for ways to earn income while paying less taxes. He tried stocks, but watched 2-3 years of returns get wiped out in 2-3 weeks. He also tried real estate and noticed that his real estate investments continued performing well regardless of the market. This led Denis to explore the world of alternative investments and eventually write a book: The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Personal Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways eBook : Shapiro, Denis, Picozzi, Lisa : Amazon.ca: Kindle Store Today, Denis is an expert on alternative investments. He believes the stock market is best used as a long term, passive investing strategy. Alternative investments, like apartment buildings, mobile home parks, self-storage, whole life insurance, etc., offer many benefits that the stock market and other asset classes don't offer. These alternative investments provide monthly, passive income, tax advantages, allow you to use leverage, don't fluctuate with the market, and allow you to build long-term wealth. Many consider the lack of liquidity that comes with these alternative investments to be a negative aspect, but Denis considers this a benefit because it keeps everyone from seller and causing volatility in the prices like what you see in the stock market. Book Recommendation: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman Prayer Request: For success with his new book and the fund so that he can continue to help others increase their income without the volatility of the stock market. Connect with Denis: Website: Home - SIH Capital Group, LinkedIn: (12) Denis Shapiro | LinkedIn Connect with Lee: Website: THREEFOLD - Real Estate Investing (threefoldrei.com), Email: info@threefoldrei.com, Facebook: Threefold Real Estate Investing | Facebook, LinkedIn: Lee Yoder | LinkedIn Check out our Free E-book! https://threefoldrei.ac-page.com/5-steps-to-passive-income-for-the-full-time-dad

Are you frustrated with the volatility, fee structure, and abstract nature of most investments? Do you feel that you've outgrown the status quo investing strategy and want to play a bigger game with your investing? Have you heard of alternative investments, but don't know where to get started? Do you need investments that are built for high performers like you, who know it's possible to increase your income today? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np8dmb8n8Cw Today, we're talking with Denis Shapiro, Managing Partner of SIH Capital Group and author of The Alternative Investment Almanac: Expert Insights on Building Person Wealth in Non-Traditional Ways. So if you want to hear about how one investor in the alternative space is helping others with a simplified strategy to invest for passive income… tune in now! Table of contentsWhat IS An Accredited Investor?Denis Shapiro's Journey to Alternative InvestmentsHaving a Portfolio with Stocks AND Alternative InvestmentsThe Importance of Building RelationshipsAn Overview of the Asset Classes A Note on Ponzi SchemesThe Give and Take of Alternative Investments Diversify Between Liquid and Illiquid Assets How to Get Involved in Accredited InvestmentsGet The Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro About Denis ShapiroBook A Strategy Call What IS An Accredited Investor? Accredited investors have certain investment opportunities available to them that the average person does not. Namely, a number of alternative investments outside of the stock market. So how do you know if you're an accredited investor? Accredited investor status is actually defined by your income (or Net Worth). Let's break it down; you're an accredited investor, as defined by the SEC, IF: You are SINGLE, and have had an income of at least $250,000 for the past two years, with the expectation to keep earning the same or greaterYour are MARRIED, and have had an income of at least $300,000 for the past two years, with the expectation to keep earning the same or greaterOR, if you have a Net Worth exceeding $1 million. If you're an accredited investor, or on track to become one, you'll want to stick around to learn more. Denis Shapiro's Journey to Alternative Investments In high school, Denis' older brother gifted him a copy of Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. Yet, he was skeptical of the ideas that Kiyosaki brought forth. His key takeaway, however, was that he should start buying assets--which was a mindset his peers did not have.  So, he started with a mutual fund that didn't do very well.  That's when he started to look for a different way, and he experimented with different assets. He also dedicated his college career to finance, which overlapped with the housing crash. When he graduated, the job market wasn't great, so he decided to continue his education and get his MBA. Eventually, he broke into real estate and started building a portfolio that had stocks AND alternative investments.  Having a Portfolio with Stocks AND Alternative Investments What Denis found when he had a portfolio only made of stocks, was that he couldn't do it all. He couldn't have appreciation and income and tax savings. In reality, though, the stock market just doesn't work that way. You have to have a truly diversified portfolio to have everything—and that means having a portion of investments that aren't correlated to the stock market. In other words, the performance of those investments doesn't depend on what the stock market is doing.  The problem with stocks is that the way they perform can depend on too many external factors. Stocks can drop based on rumors, company reinvention, and so much more. Instead of picking stocks, Denis realized that his stock portfolio performed better when he went with an index fund. Yet his income from that portfolio was still lacking.  His epiphany was that in order to get the most from his index fund,

Denis Shapiro began investing in real estate in 2012, when the market was just beginning to recover from the GFC (Global Financial Crisis). He built a cash flowing portfolio including many alternative assets, such as Note and ATM funds, mobile home parks, life insurance policies, tech start-ups, industrial property, short-term rentals and more. He co-founded an investment club for accredited investors in 2019. Following the success of his investor club he launched SIHCapital Group. Tyler and Denis' discussion focused on the importance of leveraging both traditional and alternative investing to build a well-rounded real estate portfolio. A few highlights include: Denis' experience of trying one failed income strategy after another Acknowledging the pros and cons of traditional and alternative investing, and not committing to one over the other Why Denis hated Rich Dad Poor Dad the first time he read it Practical tips for building a network in the alternative investing space The idea behind Denis' investment club Why Denis focuses on ATM funds in addition to apartments, mobile home parks and self-storage  Prioritizing happiness and time freedom over money This and more! Connect with Denis: Website: SIHCapitalGroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiro/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sihcapitalgroup/   The following books were mentioned in the show: The Alternative Investment Almanac by Denis Shapiro The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Sign up for the Elevate Nation Newsletter! Receive exclusive personal and professional growth tools, tips from Tyler, what Tyler's reading, the latest news from Elevate Podcast, real estate investment news, and opportunities from CF Capital and The Chesser Companies! This episode of Elevate is brought to you by CF Capital LLC, a national real estate investment firm that focuses on acquiring and operating multifamily assets that provide stable cash flow, capital appreciation, and a margin of safety. CF Capital leverages its expertise in acquisitions and management to provide investors with superior risk-adjusted returns while placing a premium on preserving capital. Learn more at cfcapllc.com   Follow us! Website: elevatepod.com Twitter: twitter.com/elevatepod1 IG: instagram.com/elevatepod Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/elevatepodcastcommunity LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elevatepodcast