Podcasts about value add

Jon Weiskopf is the Founder and CEO of Blue Eyed Capital, a purpose-driven investment firm focused on helping people of color invest in high-performing real estate that delivers both financial returns and meaningful impact. After a successful engineering career that included designing Apple's flagship retail stores around the world, Jon left corporate life to pursue a more meaningful mission—one grounded in sustainability, social responsibility, and leaving a better world for his children. His impact-focused approach to multifamily investing prioritizes operational efficiency, environmental upgrades, and tenant well-being as pathways to long-term success.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Real estate impact investing is not charity—it's smart, sustainable business Operational efficiency matters more than rent growth for long-term value Utility cost trends are critical indicators of property performance risk Personal alignment with your investing mission prevents burnout and increases longevity Finding properties close to home can reduce risk and improve responsiveness Capital access and relationship-building are essential for resilience in tough markets     Topics From Apple to Apartment Investing Jon's career began in engineering, including 10 years leading Apple's retail development globally A burnout and desire to spend more time with family pushed him to rethink his priorities After attending a real estate event, he realized his background in construction and systems was an untapped advantage Finding Purpose in Real Estate Named after his wife and children, Blue Eyed Capital was born from a desire to create legacy and impact Jon's “why” includes modeling values for his kids and using his skills to improve the world Leaving Apple and taking a three-month leave of absence gave him clarity and relief from corporate stress Why Impact Investing Is Smart Business Jon focuses on improving underperforming Class C properties with outdated systems Instead of relying on rent increases, he drives returns through sustainability upgrades and energy efficiency Better-performing systems (HVAC, lighting, etc.) lead to tenant stability, lower expenses, and long-term ROI What Most Investors Get Wrong Many operators don't understand the compounding effects of rising utility costs Passing on utility bills to tenants only works until affordability breaks down Energy-efficient upgrades generate increasing savings year over year—unlike cosmetic renovations Choosing the Right Properties Looks for good bones: buildings that are structurally sound but need systems updates Willing to walk away from deals if fundamentals (e.g., plumbing) don't check out Proximity to home has become increasingly important for asset management responsiveness Capital Raising and Private Lending Jon warns new operators not to underestimate the difficulty of raising capital Missed investor commitments and slow funding timelines require backup plans He's built a parallel business in private lending to create consistent cash flow between deals    

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

 Developers are squeezing more value from tighter sites—Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily can make the deal pencil. Klaus Multiparking's Chris Tiessen breaks down costs, timelines, and real-world ROI. In this conversation, we explore how Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily unlock density, revenue, and approvals when conventional parking won't fit. Chris explains the major system types (independent stackers, puzzle parkers, fully automatic), typical price ranges (~$12k per stacker space, ~$20–25k puzzle, ~$60k+ fully auto), and why many projects hit a ~5-year payback. We discuss when to loop parking engineers in (schematic design), retrofits (ceiling height, site constraints), service coverage, and how AI (plate recognition, billing) will streamline user experience. You'll also hear about Klaus's new Kvario “puzzle-in-a-box” for open lots—perfect for mixed resident/public use (think stadium/game days). If you develop in dense submarkets or need a value-add lever, Automated Parking Systems for Multifamily could be the difference between “no” and “go.”Connect with Chris Tiessen: multiparkingusa.com Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:39 – System types: stackers, puzzle, fully automatic (Mission Impossible vibes)06:04 – Cost per space & how to think about ROI08:13 – When to engage (schematic design) & install timelines13:30 – Typical payback periods (3–5 years) & monetization ideas20:20 – Markets, service model, and reliability21:39 – How AI will improve UX, billing, and access control33:26 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

What happens when the global order that shaped real estate for decades begins to fracture? This week, I sat down with José Pellicer, Founder Partner at Evonite, to unpack how de-globalisation, contrarian bets, and a smarter approach to thematics will shape the winners of the next 5–10 years. José brings a sharp, historically grounded perspective on risk pricing, macro shifts, and how to identify real opportunities in a noisy market. From railway mania in the 1840s to data centres today, he explains why blindly following themes isn't enough — and where nimble managers can still find edge. We explore how the investment landscape is changing, who stands to win, and the mindset required to build conviction in a fragmented world. ⸻ Key Topics Covered In This Episode: ✅ De-Globalisation — The end of the “safe seas” era and why it matters for real estate ✅ The Next Decade — Who wins as global power dynamics shift ✅ Thematics vs Bottom-Up — Why real opportunities aren't found by following the herd ✅ Contrarian Bets — Where pricing risk correctly can create outsized returns ✅ Blackstone & Bad Emperors — Lessons from history and market cycles ✅ Opportunity for Real Estate — How nimble managers can thrive in polarised markets ⸻ Oh, and one last thing… In every episode, I ask each guest: Who are the People, what Property, and which Place they would invest in if they had £500m at their disposal? José's answer did not disappoint

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

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Modern energy regulations and rising utility costs are reshaping commercial real estate. In this episode, veteran green-building contractor Robert Pulitzer of Green Street Global explains how owners can tap hidden operational savings, fund deep retrofits with zero out-of-pocket capital, and future-proof assets against tightening decarbonization rules. In This Episode You'll Learn: Where the Money Hides: How utility-bill audits uncover 10-20 % in overcharges and fund the first wave of improvements. The Retrofit Roadmap: Start with the building envelope, then right-size HVAC, lighting, and water systems for 20-40 % lower consumption. Financing That Pays for Itself: Using C-PACE, equipment financing, and shared-savings models to cover 100 % of soft and hard costs. Best-Fit Property Types: Hotels, senior housing, hospitals, industrial facilities, private schools—and any owner-occupied building with high OPEX. Value-Add for the 21st Century: Why lower carbon emissions translate directly into higher NOI, higher valuations, and lower regulatory risk. AI as a Force Multiplier: The everyday tools Robert uses to draft proposals, LOIs, and even legal responses at lightning speed. Key Takeaways: Treat energy efficiency as a profit center, not an expense. A holistic approach—tight envelope → right-sized HVAC → efficient fixtures—delivers the biggest ROI. Shared-savings contracts and tax strategies eliminate upfront capital barriers. Decarbonization mandates are accelerating worldwide; acting now preserves asset value and competitive edge. Resources & Links Mentioned: https://www.greenstreetglobal.com https://www.greenstreetglobal.com/case_studies/ robert@greenstreetglobal.com Enjoyed the show? Leave a rating, subscribe, and share this episode with a fellow investor who's looking to cut OPEX and boost NOI through smart energy upgrades! 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

Jessie Dillon shares her journey from feeling burnt out in her salon business to discovering real estate investing as a path to financial independence. After a three-month closure during COVID, she realized the need for a change and sought faster wealth-building strategies beyond traditional index funds. This led her to explore various resources, including podcasts and coaching, ultimately resulting in her first property investment.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Top 5 Value-Add Locations Under $550k!     Want to know where the best value-add property opportunities are hiding in today's market?   In this episode, Todd Sloan is joined with Oliver Jackson and explores the current landscape of affordable investment suburbs and how the right renovations can deliver strong equity uplift. He highlights key areas under $550k where smart investors can create real long-term growth.   If you're looking to build your portfolio and make the market work harder for you, this episode is packed with insights to help you spot the right deals, add value with confidence, and move closer to your investment goals.    

In this post-LSC Summit episode recorded in NYC, Craig McGrouther and I reflect on another successful investor event and dive deep into current market opportunities. We share behind-the-scenes insight on why our summit is designed to break even, the power of curated in-person networking, and the culture of accessibility that sets our events apart.We break down why 1970s-80s vintage multifamily is becoming the sweet spot – institutional capital is chasing 2000s and newer assets while retail syndicators who dominated older stock have retreated after losses.I explain how concessions persist in Class A despite predictions they'd burn off, while the "Goldilocks" 2005-vintage market is now overpriced.The key insight: older assets in prime locations offer the best risk-adjusted returns if you have the operational expertise to handle deferred maintenance. We also dissect why traditional value-add strategies often fail when brokers pitch replacing perfectly good countertops.Our contrarian view: the best time to spend CapEx is when nobody else wants to.Learn more about LSCRE:www.lscre.com 

Highlights from this week's conversation include:Michaela's Career Journey and Entry into Impact Investing (1:06)Lessons from Early Impact Experiences (3:36)Misconceptions about Impact Investing and Returns (6:39)Lessons from Clean Energy Investments (10:11)Venture and Asset Class Inclusion in Impact (12:03)Capricorn's Ecosystem Building and Value Add (15:59)Current Client Questions and Market Backlash (17:49)Strategies and Dislocations in Capital Markets (19:39)Marie-Celine's Background and Role at Capricorn (22:40)Asset Class Commitments (25:10)GP Engagement and Inflection Points (26:49)Investment Excellence and Entrepreneurial Teams (29:01)LP Relationships and GP Support (31:17)Mission Alignment for GPs (34:02)Due Diligence, Regulatory Risk, and Diversification (35:49)Connecting with Capricorn and Parting Thoughts (37:19)Capricorn Investment Group is a $13B mission-aligned investment firm founded on the belief that sustainable investment practices can enhance risk-adjusted returns. With offices in New York City and Palo Alto, Capricorn invests across asset classes, from venture capital to GP staking, supporting scalable solutions to the world's most pressing problems. Learn more at www.capricornllc.com.Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, is the bank of the world's most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights and connections. SVB's parent company, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA), is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets. First Citizens Bank, Member FDIC. Learn more at svb.com.Swimming with Allocators is a podcast that dives into the intriguing world of Venture Capital from an LP (Limited Partner) perspective. Hosts Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat are seasoned professionals who have donned various hats in the VC ecosystem. Each episode, we explore where the future opportunities lie in the VC landscape with insights from top LPs on their investment strategies and industry experts shedding light on emerging trends and technologies. The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Topical Tuesday episode, Tyler breaks down the difficulties in underwriting and acquiring value-add multifamily real estate. Be sure to tune in if you're interested in learning about: Why some classic value-add deals no longer pencil and how market conditions are creating challenges. Factors that could lead to a rebound and that could improve the prospects surrounding value-add acquisitions. How Asym Capital is adapting and where they are focusing, given the reality of today's market. To your success, Tyler Lyons Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

With AI being a pervasive topic in 2025, Jen and Pete discuss how they use the tool, and how they might utilize it to help their clients.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might we use AI to help other people, not just ourselves?Why is trust so important, in the building of skills and of organizations?What are several use cases for how Jen and Pete use AI?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

In this episode of the LSCRE podcast, Craig McGrouther, Sam Morris, and I tackle the "hackneyed" concept of value-add investing and why it's been reduced to a one-trick pony of kitchen renovations. We explain how value-add became overused to the point of losing meaning, with sponsors pitching newer construction as "value-add opportunities".We explore alternative value-add strategies: operational improvements, financial restructuring, and amenity additions like in-unit washers that can generate $50/month on a $1,200 investment. Rob shares his contrarian view that many value-add success stories from 2015-2022 were simply riding a bull market, not brilliant execution. Learn more about LSCRE:www.lscre.com 

Adrian shares how his team scaled to 515+ doors through joint ventures, why Ontario's tenant landscape pushed him to reconsider heavy value-add plays, and how CMHC's up to 95% loan-to-cost and 50-year amortization on new construction changed the math. He walks us through a typical project on a 60' x 200' lot: demolish a bungalow, pour slab-on-grade, wood-frame 3-storey / 10-unit (all 2-bed/2-bath ~900 sq ft), above-ground parking, and no elevators—to keep timelines tight and avoid site plan approval where possible. We dig into timelines (about 4–4.5 months to permits; ~18 months build), MLI energy efficiency + affordability point targets, tranche funding with a quantity surveyor, 5- vs 10-year terms, and why Adrian still prefers 5-year to give JV partners flexibility at refi or disposition.   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

In this conversation, Ben Nelson, co-founder of Wild Oak Capital, shares his journey from the action sports industry to real estate syndication. He discusses the importance of building relationships, understanding the underwriting process, and focusing on value-add investments in the multifamily housing sector. Ben emphasizes the significance of investor relations and the unique approach his team takes in raising capital and managing assets. He also outlines their geographic focus and the types of investors they attract, highlighting the long-term vision of their investment strategy.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Today's episode is from Mobile Home Park #43 that originally aired on Jan 10, 2017. Eric Ingvall and Adam Rourke discuss their very first mobile home park investment located in Webster City, Iowa. We'll cover details on how they found the deal, how they are handling the repositioning, the unique challenges they've encounter through their journey, how they financed the park, and much, much more. We'll also cover how they find the time to work full-time jobs and manage full-time families while simultaneously making massive progress and finding HUGE success as a mobile home park investor.   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

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We dive into how the worlds of decentralized technology, metaverse gaming, and artificial intelligence are colliding in ways nobody expected. We explore why AI might soon replace human coders not just in theory, but in practice—and how the tools being built today could let anyone "vibe code" their own game, app, or metaverse world without writing a single line themselves. We also break down the growing tension between brands like @Pokemon and Web3 adoption, discussing why companies fear NFTs even as they experiment quietly with blockchain concepts. What happens when ownership meets corporate control? Can a true decentralized culture survive? Along the way, we reflect on meme coin culture, the hype bubbles that shape markets, and why sometimes it's the weirdest ideas that end up leading innovation. It's hilarious. It's chaotic. But if you look closely, it's also the blueprint for what's coming next. Please like and subscribe on your favorite podcasting app! Sign up for a free newsletter: www.theblockrunner.com Follow us on: Youtube: https://bit.ly/TBlkRnnrYouTube Twitter: bit.ly/TBR-Twitter Telegram: bit.ly/TBR-Telegram Discord: bit.ly/TBR-Discord

Ryan Sudeck is the CEO of Sage Investment Group, where he leads a team focused on addressing the affordable housing crisis through hotel-to-apartment conversions. With a background in mergers and acquisitions at Amazon, Samsung, and Redfin, Ryan has overseen more than 24 successful adaptive reuse projects nationwide. Under his leadership, Sage operates an evergreen fund with over 400 investors, creating high-quality, naturally affordable housing at scale.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Hotels are valued differently than apartments, creating a 40%+ value lift when converted to residential use. Sage Investment Group has completed 24 hotel-to-apartment conversions across six states, with 100–200 units per property. Units are typically 300-square-foot studios with full kitchens and modern amenities. Strong diligence on entitlements, construction, and lease-up is critical for success. Patience in acquisitions—sometimes two years per deal—is key to meeting return thresholds.     Topics From M&A to Affordable Housing Ryan's career in corporate acquisitions prepared him to lead Sage. Joined as CEO to scale a mission-driven approach to solving the housing shortage. Why Hotel Conversions Work Hotels trade at higher cap rates than apartments, creating built-in arbitrage. Conversion costs average $100K per unit—about half the replacement cost of new builds. Final product: fully renovated studios with fitness centers, coworking, and community amenities. Execution Risks and Lessons Learned Entitlements: converting from commercial to residential requires local approvals. Construction: inspections, sewer scopes, and cutting open walls before purchase to avoid surprises. Lease-up: conservative rent assumptions and regional property managers ensure stabilized occupancy. Capital Stack and Returns Evergreen fund supplies 25–35% of equity alongside LPs. Senior debt from community banks or private debt funds covers 60–75%. Renovation costs run $35K–$45K per unit; recent refis have returned significant equity. Why Not Ground-Up or Value-Add? Ground-up costs 2x more per unit and faces supply delays. Value-add multifamily is overpriced with thin margins post-2021. Conversions provide stronger risk-adjusted returns.    

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

What if you could invest in real estate in a thriving, tropical market like Miami? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, Natasha Falconi shares how she's transforming communities in South Florida while building a profitable multifamily portfolio. Natasha invests in Hialeah and Little Havana, two areas close to her heart. Instead of tearing down buildings, she focuses on value-add renovations — upgrading kitchens, bathrooms, landscaping, and infrastructure while keeping the spirit of the community alive. Her strategy creates homes residents love and assets that perform. You'll hear how Natasha: Uses creative “Tetris-style” tenant relocations to renovate properties without displacing communities Leverages hurricane-resistant upgrades to protect residents and lower costs Keeps management in-house to maintain high standards and quick decisions Invests close to home with deep market knowledge and a personal connection Encourages more women to step into real estate investing and build generational wealth   - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

Dr Hamish Gow, professor of agribusiness at Lincoln University, talks to Richard about Fonterra's multi-billion dollar exit from its brands business, and what that means for “value add” and returns to shareholders. He pulls apart what true “value add” really is, and how it does not always mean a product must have a brand name on it to achieve it.

In this episode of the Millionaire Mindcast, host Matty A. welcomes Rod Khleif, a multifamily investor, author, and motivational speaker, for a powerful conversation on wealth, resilience, and opportunity in today's multifamily market.Rod shares his incredible story of building wealth, losing $50 million in the 2008 crash, and rebuilding stronger by doubling down on multifamily real estate. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, visualization, and goal setting, while also offering actionable strategies for finding and funding value-add deals, building strong partnerships, and preparing for shifts in the market.Whether you're an experienced real estate investor or just starting your journey, this episode will provide valuable insights into navigating rising costs, debt challenges, and uncovering the next big multifamily opportunities while keeping contribution and fulfillment at the center of wealth building.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Rod's $50M loss in 2008 and how he bounced backWhy mindset and visualization are essential to wealthThe scalability and stability of multifamily investingStrategies for sourcing and funding value-add dealsHow to prepare for downturns and debt challengesBuilding a life of contribution beyond financial successWhere the next big multifamily opportunities may beTimestamps: 00:00 – Introduction and Rod's background 04:00 – Lessons from losing $50M in the crash 08:00 – Mindset, visualization, and goals 13:00 – Multifamily real estate as a wealth vehicle 17:00 – Deal finding, funding, and partnerships 22:00 – Market cycles and resilience strategies 26:00 – Contribution, giving, and fulfillment 31:00 – Final advice for long-term wealth buildingConnect with Rod Khleif:Website: http://rodkhleif.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rod_khleif/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodkhleifofficial/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RodKhleifEpisode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text  "XRAY" to 844-447-1555

saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies. In episode #37 of season 5, Tim Heicks talks with Dave Boyce, EVP Product at Winning by Design, a global B2B revenue consulting and training company that enables recurring revenue teams to architect sustainable growth.--------------Episode's Chapters----------------0:00 - Introduction and Guest Background1:11 - Early Days in SaaS and Entrepreneurship3:13 - Evolution of PLG and Enterprise Software6:13 - Joining Winning by Design9:11 - Writing the PLG Book for the Masses12:19 - Consulting and Value Add for Companies16:00 - New Perspectives on PLG and Freemium23:06 - AI's Impact on GTM and Human Touch31:16 - AI Search and the Future of Discovery36:03 - Evaluating Companies for AcquisitionDave - https://www.linkedin.com/in/boycedave/Subscribe to our channel to be the first to see the interviews that we publish twice a week - https://www.youtube.com/@saas-groupStay up to date:Twitter: https://twitter.com/SaaS_groupLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/14790796

In this week's episode, Ryan speaks with Joe of Dirty Girl Produce (CA) to break down how to expand your product to increase sales. Joe created canned items, preserves and juices to use harder-to-sell items, and stock his store with exclusive products.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

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In this episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with seasoned real estate investor Jorge Abreu, the mastermind behind Elevate Commercial Investment Group. With over 5,000 multifamily units under his belt, Jorge shares his journey from house flipping to managing Class A apartment complexes with smart, profitable value-add strategies. You'll hear how Jorge has taken his renovation background and applied it to larger multifamily deals—adding things like backyards and carports to boost NOI, managing properties in-house, and creatively increasing income through bulk internet services. The conversation also covers: Jorge's transition from Class C to Class A multifamily properties Innovative value-add strategies that go beyond renovations In-house property management and regional oversight Smart capital-raising tactics in a cautious investor market Why meetups and in-person networking build stronger investor confidence What Jorge sees ahead in 2025 for multifamily opportunities - Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/

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

Alex Pardo shares how shifting from wholesaling to self-storage transformed his business, lifestyle, and mindset. Learn the strategies, mindset shifts, and creative financing methods that can help you build scalable, freedom-based income streams.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-wholesaling-hustle-to-self-storage-freedom-with-alex-pardo/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:06) - Meet Mattias: Agent, Investor, and Holistic Approach Advocate(00:08) - Meet Erica: Licensed Therapist with a Holistic Perspective(00:14) - The Mission: Living Bold and Fulfilled Lives Through Real Estate(00:19) - Level Up Mindset and Show Start(00:24) - Hilton Head Vacation Update and Recording Setup(01:03) - Introduction to Guest Alex Pardo from Miami(01:28) - Alex's Cuban Heritage and Miami Lifestyle(01:54) - Mattias Shares Miami on His Bucket List(02:15) - Cuban Coffee and Fancy Cars in Miami(02:27) - Alex's Real Estate Journey: From GE to Backpacking Europe(03:15) - Discovering Real Estate Through Books and Bootcamp(04:16) - First Deal Success: $44,000 Profit from a Short Sale(04:54) - Impact of Rich Dad, Poor Dad and Mindset Shift(05:33) - Ready, Fire, Aim Approach to Taking Action(06:01) - Expecting Resistance and Committing for the Long Run(06:54) - Avoiding Paralysis by Fear in Real Estate Investing(07:01) - Alex's Best Deal: Losing $102,000 and the Lesson Learned(07:54) - Importance of Coaches, Mentors, and Masterminds(08:42) - Stigma Around Self-Help and Coaching(09:42) - Coaches as the Ultimate Insurance Policy for Success(10:16) - Filtering Out Bad Coaches and Moving Forward(10:24) - Gaining Clarity and Aligning Goals with Vision(10:48) - The Wholesaling Hamster Wheel and Search for Cash Flow(11:41) - Discovering Self-Storage as a Better Asset Class(12:20) - Shutting Down a Profitable Wholesaling Business in 2020(13:01) - Parallels Between Wholesaling and Agent Sales(13:41) - Cap Rates, Value-Add, and Depreciation in Self-Storage(14:41) - Is Finding Deals Harder Now in Self-Storage?(15:27) - Strategies for Finding Self-Storage Deals(16:19) - Identifying Mom-and-Pop Operators and Direct Outreach(17:27) - Over 60,000 Storage Facilities with 64% Mom-and-Pop Ownership(17:29) - Economies of Scale in Commercial Real Estate(17:48) - Expense Reduction and Operating Ratios in Storage vs. Multifamily(18:18) - The Unmanned Model and Remote Management(19:27) - Cutting Salaries to Increase NOI and Property Value(20:06) - Cap Rate Math: $10 Rent Increase Across 200 Units(20:47) - Scaling Value with Multiple Income Streams(21:47) - Syndications and Passive Investment Opportunities(22:10) - Benefits of Depreciation and Cost Segregation(23:20) - Real Estate Professional's 401k Through Self-Storage Investments(23:48) - Challenging Limiting Beliefs About Capital Requirements(24:42) - Creative Financing and Leveraging Other People's Money(25:16) - The Importance of Finding Your Tribe and Community(25:34) - Golden Nugget: Do Not Be Afraid to Fail(26:44) - Taking Massive Imperfect Action and Embracing Discomfort(28:16) - Building Confidence Through Total Ownership(28:45) - Bet on Yourself and Keep Learning(29:45) - Rebranding to the Storage Wins Podcast on August 11(30:12) - Sharing Wins and Challenges Transparently(30:30) - Influential Books: The Go-Giver and Buy Back Your Time(30:59) - Where to Find Alex and Join the Storage Wins Community(31:23) - Closing Remarks and Encouragement to Take Action(31:35) - Outro and DisclaimerContact Alex Pardohttps://alexpardo.com/http://storagewins.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25/https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxyr2wrqqWkUsEtEwMcWv3pU-4xtp8X_Ihttps://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo--For more excellent strategies like this to help you reach your holistic peak, visit https://reiagent.com

Ever feel overwhelmed after closing on a multifamily deal? Not sure where to start—or in what order—to execute your business plan effectively?In this episode, I break down the five-step value-add process we follow after acquiring a multifamily property to our portfolio. Whether you're self-managing, have your property management firm or working with a third-party team, this framework helps you sequence improvements for maximum impact—operationally and financially.Join us as we explore:The very first thing to address before you even close on the propertyWhy tackling deferred maintenance and improving curb appeal should happen before pushing rentsHow to build goodwill with tenants before issuing rent increases or implementing feesThe most strategic time to renovate and lease units for maximum rent bumpsThe often-overlooked optimization layer that separates average operators from great ones.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners

In some markets, you can buy suburban office property for as low as $10/ft where it costs $200/ft to build. What's more, you don't have to find off-market deals, they're listed publicly on LoopNet, Crexi, and other prominent sites. As workers have moved to the suburbs and left downtown offices, they've chosen to work closer to home. Suburban buildings with one to three person offices in particular are seeing strong tenant demand. As a result, many suburban office buildings are at 90% occupancy.  Ash Patel, a successful discount Value-Add investor, invests in office buildings, flex Industrial, strip retail, and ground up construction. Ash doubles his money on most deals in three to five years. 

This episode dives into how Dean Marchi and his family started from the bottom and listened to the market to deliver what tenants really want. This is how he differentiated his apartments from other multifamily real estate performing incredibly even against the top developers. Dean shares actionable lessons and specific strategies from decades of hands-on experience, showing how a disciplined, value-add approach and relentless attention to detail lead to outsized returns and long-term success in raising capital. Key Takeaways: Start with the end user—know what renters or buyers want Value-add works: target underperforming assets and improve them Differentiate by delivering features others overlook Consistent small improvements compound over time Hands-on involvement builds deep understanding and trust Adopt a resilient, “immigrant mentality” for every deal Apply lessons from other industries to stand out in real estate    

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

Today's episode is from Mobile Home Park #94 that originally aired on Sep. 18, 2018. Damian Bergamaschi, Fund Manager of Damris Capital. From childhood to now, Damian's affinity for the markets led him to a career in finance; initially as a quant creating conditional models to predicting financial outcomes over time, to eventually landing on Mobile Home Parks as a desirable asset class to create a fund around. Through his work at Damris Capital, Damian has combined his knowledge in Real Estate with utilizing big data and quantitative analysis to create a unique approach to Mobile Home Park investing; Continuing to leverage his knowledge for the good of his customers. HIGHLIGHTS: 8:57 - Damian's background, and how his experience as a quant carries over to investing. 12:18 - How and why did Damian start exploring the asset class of mobile home parks? 15:57 - Damian's investment philosophy, and “Hometown Bias” explained. 19:25 - What are other asset classes Damian shys away from? 22:42 - Damian's first Mobile Home Park Deal 25:09 - Opportunities in the “Tiny Home” trend 32:12 - The key qualities Damian looks for in a Mobile Home Park Operator & Sponsor   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

Which rental renovations give you the biggest bang for your buck, turning a few thousand dollars of materials and labor into hundreds of more dollars of rent per month and tens of thousands more in home value? Today, we're going through each tier of rental renovations: easy and cheap ($5,000 or under), moderately challenging and expensive ($25,000 – $50,000), and hard/pro-level ($50,000+). This will give you a roadmap of high-ROI rental renovations you can make right now to increase your property's value and rent. Why are these rental renovations (AKA value-add) so important right now? Because with so many investors and homebuyers sitting out of the market, you can take your pick of homes with overlooked potential and turn them into high-value investment properties. This not only makes tenants happier due to new renovations and upgrades but also gets you higher rents and wealth-building equity to boot. We'll start with some easy ones—painting, tiling, adding backsplashes, etc.—and work our way up to the pro-level renovations like adding square footage and turning a single-family home into a multifamily. Based on your experience, you can go either route, but both have enormous potential to turn your initial investment into a killer real estate deal. In This Episode We Cover: How to increase your property's value (and rents) with high-ROI rental renovations The easiest (and cheapest) upgrades to make that take little time What to look for when buying a home for “value-add” and signs of money-making potential The one appliance you should NEVER include in your rental property The easy bathroom conversion that will massively boost your home's equity Pro-level rental renovations that could make you six figures And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BiggerPockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-564 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertise@biggerpockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adding value to clients is a core value over here at the Efficient Advisor. Today's episode is going to be a game changer for you when it comes to a simple-to-execute value add that is huge on impact. If you know me, you know when it comes to adding value we're looking for two things… 1) How much impact does it actually have on your clients?... and 2) What is the difficulty to execute said value add? When I come across something that is lower on difficulty and HIGH on impact… I am here for it and I cannot wait to share it with this community. Today's guest, Blake Brewer, is something really special. He's on a mission to help parents create a lasting legacy beyond finances for their children and he partners with financial advisors to help them become indispensable in their clients' lives. Legacy Letter - which is this awesome idea - was just featured on the Today Show. It's that cool. And, at the end of the episode I'm going to share with you how I would create a process around this value add and how I would incorporate this into my business themes to increase my client impact. Blake joins us today to share how his father inspired him to help parents create legacies for their children. He discusses the power of words and writing letters and explains how he helps financial advisors make an impact. Get the tissues out… this story is moving. Talk about adding maximum value and impact….Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE! Learn more about the Group Coaching & Mastermind HERE! Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.Check out more FREE resources and our FREE video library at http://www.theefficientadvisor.comLooking for all the resources from this episode? Check out this episode's webpage for show notes, transcripts, downloads and more!

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Joe Fairless interviews Dusty Eddy, founder of Eddie Capital Group. Dusty shares insights from his 20+ year real estate career, which began in institutional retail and development before shifting to multifamily. He discusses the founding of his own firm after a decade at 29th Street Capital, his nuanced understanding of markets like Phoenix and Las Vegas, and the importance of boots-on-the-ground intel. Dusty also details the challenges and strategies behind value-add repositioning in rough Class C neighborhoods and reflects on lessons learned from his one underperforming deal. Dusty Eddy Current Role: Founder & Managing Principal, Eddie Capital Group Based in: Scottsdale, Arizona Say hi to them at:  https://eddycapgrp.com/  Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Try Huel with 15% OFF + Free Gift for New Customers today using my code bestever at https://huel.com/bestever. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Join Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, as he breaks down the three most powerful strategies for multifamily real estate investing—Value-Add, Fix & Flip, and Buy & Hold—and reveals the right time to use each one. It's not just about choosing a strategy, it's about understanding how the market cycle, debt terms, and exit strategy all come together to make or break your deal.In this episode, you'll learn:The Three Pillars of Real Estate and why they matter How to determine the right investing strategy for your goals Common mistakes new investors make (and how to avoid them) Real examples from Jake & Gino's 2,500+ unit investing journey Whether you're just getting started or scaling up, this how-to guide will give you clarity on building long-term wealth through multifamily investing.Want a free PDF copy of Wheelbarrow Profits? Email: Gino@JakeandGino.com We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

In this Topical Tuesday episode, Tyler breaks down the difficulties in underwriting and acquiring value-add multifamily real estate. Be sure to tune in if you're interested in learning about: Why some classic value-add deals no longer pencil and how market conditions are creating challenges. Factors that could lead to a rebound and that could improve the prospects surrounding value-add acquisitions. How Asym Capital is adapting and where they are focusing, given the reality of today's market. To your success, Tyler Lyons Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In this episode, hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson deliver an in-depth, pilot-friendly primer on syndications and passive real estate investing. They break down the risk spectrum from core to opportunistic deals, while sharing real-world analogies and experiences from their own projects, like the Canyon City land entitlement. Learn how to properly evaluate risk-adjusted returns, the importance of DSCR vs LTV, and what preferred return really means in a syndication waterfall. This episode is a must-listen for high-income professionals looking to navigate passive investing with clarity and confidence.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(02:23) Active vs passive investing explained(04:03) Is syndication risky? Understanding real risk(05:22) Core, Core Plus, Value Add, Opportunistic defined(10:11) Operational vs physical value-add(13:35) What are risk-adjusted returns?(17:19) How leverage impacts risk(20:02) DSCR vs LTV: What's more important?(22:59) Preferred return vs cash flow(33:50) What is an accredited investor?(38:55) Outro— You've found the number one resource for financial education for aviators! Please consider leaving a rating and sharing this podcast with your colleagues in the aviation community, as it can serve as a valuable resource for all those involved in the industry.Remember to subscribe for more insights at PassiveIncomePilots.com! https://passiveincomepilots.com/ Join our growing community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passivepilotsCheck us out on Instagram @PassiveIncomePilots: https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomepilots/Follow us on X @IncomePilots: https://twitter.com/IncomePilotsGet our updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passive-income-pilots/Do you have questions or want to discuss this episode? Contact us at ask@passiveincomepilots.com See you on the next one!*Legal Disclaimer*The content of this podcast is provided solely for educational and informational purposes. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson, and do not reflect those of any organization they are associated with, including Turbine Capital or Spartan Investment Group. The opinions of our guests are their own and should not be construed as financial advice. This podcast does not offer tax, legal, or investment advice. Listeners are advised to consult with their own legal or financial counsel and to conduct their own due diligence before making any financial decisions.

Value-add sounds sexy… until it eats you alive. In this episode, Nico Salgado exposes the brutal reality behind those hyped-up "value-add" deals. From contractor nightmares to tenant drama, blown timelines to CapEx catastrophes — value-add isn't just paint and granite countertops. It's chaos, leadership, cash reserves, and grit. Learn what it really takes to survive and thrive in the value-add game without getting crushed. ✅ Inside this episode: Why most value-add budgets are complete fantasy How to spot contractor red flags before they wreck your project The hidden risks of tenant turnover (and how to manage them) Why patience reserves are just as important as cash reserves How to build real equity without losing your mind (or your shirt) Stop believing the gurus. Start building like a real empire maker.

Value-add real estate is my favorite strategy for creating wealth with multifamily real estate investing. Value-add properties are those that have the potential to be improved, either through renovations, upgrades, or better management. By identifying and implementing these improvements, investors can increase the value of their properties and generate higher returns.  In this episode, I uncover the process that I've created to identify these opportunities. Join Our Investor Club: https://rebrand.ly/z9ibmt3  This episode was originally published on January 19, 2024. 

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Joe Fairless interviews John Casmon of Casmon Capital and Kent Ritter of Hudson Investing to explore the current state of multifamily investing and development. John shares insights on exiting value-add multifamily assets in the Midwest, strategic refinancing, and how he doubled NOI on a key property by identifying hidden upside. Kent dives into public-private partnerships as the secret to making development deals pencil in today's environment and highlights a mixed-use project in Westfield, Indiana, backed by city support and creative financing. They also discuss investor sentiment, capital raising challenges, and how to identify stalled listings that can be repositioned into winning deals. John Casmon Managing Partner Based in: Cincinnati, Ohio Say hi to them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/multifamily-apartments-john-casmon/ Kent Ritter CEO Based in: Carmel, Indiana Say hi to them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kentritter/ vikingcapllc.com Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at www.bestevercommunity.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Follow Up Friday, Amber Kuhn recaps a discussion on ranking value adds and practice valuation. On Monday, Matt and Micah delivered a masterclass on value-add services that'll have you rethinking your client relationships faster than you can say "fiduciary responsibility." They dove into the art of creating one-page documents that showcase your value to clients while somehow managing to keep themselves to just one page each. They ranked these value-adds from "you should be doing this yesterday" to "this might require its own dedicated team.” Remember the "dishwasher rule"? These value-adds aren't just services—they're tangible evidence of the value you're providing. In Thursday's bonus episode, Matt spoke with Scott DiGiammarino from JPTD Partners. Scott shared that with over 40 deals in the past year, his clients see valuations at double or triple the industry norm. For advisors thinking selling means retiring to a beach somewhere, Scott dispelled the myth that sellers have to exit completely. In fact, buyers (particularly those private equity firms) prefer you stick around to keep growing the business—they just want a piece of that lucrative pie. The takeaway from both episodes? Whether you're building value through client services or preparing to cash in on the practice you've built, being proactive, strategic, and clear about your vision is non-negotiable. Resources in today's episode: - Episode Website - Ranking Value Adds: Easy Wins and Game Changers [Episode 304] - Selling High: Why Your Practice May Be Worth Double What You Think with Guest Scott DiGiammarino

On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Slocomb Reed interviews Nhan Nguyen Le, CEO of Valiant Capital. Nhan shares his journey from growing up in federally assisted housing to leading a $300M student housing portfolio focused exclusively on UC Berkeley. He explains why his firm targets high-demand, location-driven assets and executes a vertically integrated, value-add strategy that includes both renovations and ground-up developments. Nhan also addresses potential risks like university housing policies and political shifts, arguing that UC Berkeley's global brand and housing constraints create long-term demand resilience. Nhan Nguyen Le CEO Based in: Berkley, CA Say hi to them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhannguyenle Capital Gains Tax Solutions vikingcapllc.com Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at www.bestevercommunity.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Brent Barcus, Managing Partner at I-65 Capital. Brent shares how he transitioned from the entertainment industry into real estate, focusing on capital raising and strategic partnerships with experienced operators. He breaks down his process for vetting sponsors, discusses lessons learned from a challenging early deal in Georgia, and highlights a promising new 232-unit acquisition in a Nashville suburb. Brent also explores market trends in downtown Nashville and future opportunities tied to absorption rates and supply dynamics. Brent Barcus Managing Partner, Private Equity Based in Nashville, TN Say hi to them at: https://i65capitalinvestments.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentbarcus/ Capital Gains Tax Solutions vikingcapllc.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Bo Diamond, Managing Partner at Caisson Capital Partners. Bo shares his journey from a Wall Street background in structured finance to launching his real estate firm in Northwest Arkansas, focusing on attainable multifamily housing across the Heartland. He details his first 96-unit deal, the importance of strategic partnerships, and how he applies institutional-grade deal structuring to private capital. The conversation dives deep into market cycles, underwriting philosophy, fee structures, and ethical investing in workforce housing. Bo Diamond Managing Partner Fayetteville, AR Say Hi to them at www.caissoncap.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/bodiamond Sponsors: Vintage Capital Capital Gains Tax Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which rental renovations give you the biggest bang for your buck, turning a few thousand dollars of materials and labor into hundreds of more dollars of rent per month and tens of thousands more in home value? Today, we're going through each tier of rental renovations: easy and cheap ($5,000 or under), moderately challenging and expensive ($25,000 - $50,000), and hard/pro-level ($50,000+). This will give you a roadmap of high-ROI rental renovations you can make right now to increase your property's value and rent. Why are these rental renovations (AKA value-add) so important right now? Because with so many investors and homebuyers sitting out of the market, you can take your pick of homes with overlooked potential and turn them into high-value investment properties. This not only makes tenants happier due to new renovations and upgrades but also gets you higher rents and wealth-building equity to boot. We'll start with some easy ones—painting, tiling, adding backsplashes, etc.—and work our way up to the pro-level renovations like adding square footage and turning a single-family home into a multifamily. Based on your experience, you can go either route, but both have enormous potential to turn your initial investment into a killer real estate deal. In This Episode We Cover: How to increase your property's value (and rents) with high-ROI rental renovations The easiest (and cheapest) upgrades to make that take little time What to look for when buying a home for “value-add” and signs of money-making potential The one appliance you should NEVER include in your rental property The easy bathroom conversion that will massively boost your home's equity Pro-level rental renovations that could make you six-figures And So Much More! Links from the Show Join BiggerPockets for FREE Let Us Know What You Thought of the Show! Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets YouTube Apply to Be a Podcast Guest Invest in High-ROI Turnkey Rentals with Rent to Retirement or Txt REI to 33777 Grab Henry's New Book, “Real Estate Deal Maker” Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area The One Renovation Guaranteed to Increase ROI—No, It's Not the Kitchen or Bathroom Connect with Henry Connect with Dave (00:00) Intro (03:53) $5,000 (or Less) Renovations (12:06) Best Homes for Value-Add (17:20) Worthless Renovations (18:28) $25K - $50K Renovations (20:21) Kitchen Renovation Worth It? (24:33) BIG Renovations ($50K+) (29:37) High Risk, High Reward Renovations Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1088 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you get higher rents, more appreciation, and bigger returns from real estate investing in 2025? It's easy—copy the experts. They're doing it over dozens of deals, so why not apply their same tactics to your properties? That's precisely what we're sharing in today's episode—the “upside” tactics ANYONE can use on ANY investment property to create more cash flow, better equity upside, and make their future selves richer. Last week, we discussed the ten different “upside” investing tactics you can use in 2025 to boost your real estate returns. Today, we're walking through six of them, in-depth, with investing experts Ashley Kehr and James Dainard. Ashley has been investing in rentals for over a decade, seeing basic properties become home-run rentals over time. James has made millions of dollars flipping houses with HUGE “upside,” he's teaching you how to do the same, even if you're only buying rentals. We're walking through our favorite “upside” strategies and how to spot the properties that have multiple "upsides" for investors. Follow these steps, and in a few years, the properties you buy in 2025 could become your best investments yet! In This Episode We Cover: Why you CAN'T just focus on today's rent prices/cash flow and how basic properties can become cash flow kings The “rocket fuel” James used to explode his net worth and real estate portfolio  Hidden zoning opportunities that most homebuyers have no clue about (MASSIVE price appreciation potential)  How to pinpoint the “path of progress” so you know exactly where to buy  Why putting more cash down on a real estate deal is such an underrated move  And So Much More! Links from the Show Join BiggerPockets for FREE Let Us Know What You Thought of the Show! Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets YouTube The Best Markets to Buy Rental Properties Right Now (2025) Get Fully Customizable Insurance Coverage for All Phases of Occupancy on One Monthly Schedule and Bill with NREIG Sign Up for BiggerPockets Momentum 2025 to Supercharge Your Investing This Year Grab Dave's Book, “Start with Strategy” Find Investor-Friendly Lenders BiggerPockets Real Estate 1075 - 10 Hidden Ways to Buy Properties with Huge “Upside” Connect with Ashley Connect with James Connect with Dave (00:00) Intro (03:50) Make Your Future Self Rich (05:07) Which Properties to Buy? (09:20) 1. Rent Growth (13:24) 2. Value-Add (14:49) 3. Zoning Opportunities (19:11) 4. More Equity, Less Debt (22:14) 5. Path of Progress (26:33) 6. Learning (and Earning) (29:26) Find YOUR Upside Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1079 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices