The Best Ever CRE Show

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. The average American grosses $60,000 in wages. At a standard 4% annual increase, it would take someone 18 years to double their income from $60,000 to $120,000. In this episode, Travis explains how to get a double-digit pay increase every year via passive income. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Krupey is the founder and principal at JK Asset Management, a firm focused on sharing private investment opportunities with accredited investors to help them grow their wealth without Wall Street. From working with a private equity fund on Wall Street during the 2008 crash to discovering and falling in love with syndications, Jack has been investing in both real estate and distressed debt since 2001. In this episode, Jack discusses the state of the multifamily market, as well as cash-flow alternatives such as new construction, ground-up senior living, and build-to-rent. He also taps into his Wall Street experience to gauge the likelihood — or unlikelihood — of a housing crisis. Jack Krupey | Real Estate Background Founder and principal at JK Asset Management, a firm focused on sharing private investment opportunities with accredited investors to help them grow their wealth without Wall Street. Portfolio: Excluding funds: 1,132 units Including funds: 6,100+ units, including a 20,000-unit self-storage fund Based in: San Juan, Puerto Rico Say hi to him at: jkaminvestments.com Best Ever Book: The 4-Hour Workweek, by Timothy Ferriss Greatest Lesson: You have to put yourself out there, whether it's direct-to-seller marketing or finding opportunities. You have to commit to the system, whether it's sourcing the off-market deals, putting out content to provide value to your target investor base — whatever it is, fully commit to it. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alfredo Riascos is a commercial real estate broker and owner of Gridline Properties, a full-service CRE brokerage that represents commercial property owners in the sale, leasing, and disposition of their properties. He focuses on repositioning outdated warehouse spaces in South Florida. In this episode, Alfredo discusses urban core warehousing, the opportunity within and benefits of repositioning these properties, and why it presents a strategy that can be replicated in markets across the U.S. He also details what he looks for in a property, creative tenant options to maximize a repurposed multi-use space, and how the asset’s versatility accelerates the ability to push rents and target a larger tenant pool. Alfredo Riascos | Real Estate Background CRE Broker and Owner at Gridline Properties, a full-service commercial real estate brokerage that represents commercial property owners in the sale, leasing, and disposition of their properties. Based in: Miami, FL Say hi to him at: gridlineproperties.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Risk Game, by Francis J. Greenburger Greatest Lesson: In a field plagued with so many people trying to take shortcuts and aiming to become overnight millionaires, those who put in the work and deal honestly will succeed. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Ryan is a real estate entrepreneur and the founder of Re-viv, a private equity company focused on funding co-living spaces. A returning guest on the Best Ever Show (JF1593 and JF2322), Matt is currently developing co-living, rent-by-bedroom spaces in Sacramento and Denver. In this episode, Matt discusses how he got started in the co-living niche, including the increasing demand for co-living spaces with 45 million Gen Z workers hitting the market in the next decade. He also details the biggest complications of developing and managing co-living spaces, as well as how to determine if a market is right for co-living. Matt Ryan | Real Estate Background Founder of Re-viv, a private equity company focused on funding co-living spaces. Portfolio: Currently consists of $12M AUM, including Phase 2 buildouts via lot splits and ground-up residential. Based in: San Francisco, CA Say hi to Matt at: re-viv.com Facebook Twitter Best Ever Book: Who Not How, by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Greatest Lesson: We can choose to go through life’s experiences alone, or find those who are willing to share theirs. Bring on partners that have more complementary skill sets and fill gaps for you. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Cruise is the owner of Voyage Investing, which purchases value-add mobile home parks and commercial properties. In this episode, she discusses the perks of investing in mobile home parks over other asset classes, how she markets herself and adds value to others, and why she believes interest rates will lower in 2024. Amanda Cruise | Real Estate Background Owner of Voyage Investing, which purchases value-add mobile home parks and commercial properties. Portfolio: GP of: Four mobile home parks (~100 lots) A five-unit retail/office center Based in: Raleigh, NC Say hi to her at: voyageinvesting.com Instagram Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Browne is a commercial real estate broker primarily focusing on office tenants at Kennedy Wilson Properties. In this episode, Max shares what types of office tenants are currently moving to LA, how the increasing popularity of hybrid work schedules is impacting this asset class, and which amenities are achieving the highest level of success for office landlords in Los Angeles. Max Browne | Real Estate Background Commercial real estate broker primarily focusing on office tenants at Kennedy Wilson Properties, which has one of the largest landlord retail platforms in Los Angeles. Based in: Los Angeles, CA Say hi to him at: kennedywilsonservices.com/browne Instagram LinkedIn TikTok Twitter Best Ever Book: Holes by Louis Sachar (a childhood favorite) and The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mathew Owens is a CPA and the owner of OCG Properties, which helps clients attain financial freedom by providing support, education, and cash flow real estate investment opportunities. In this episode, Mathew tells us what up-and-coming commercial real estate investors need to know in order to scale their businesses, and the biggest mistakes he typically sees new investors make. Mathew Owens | Real Estate Background CPA and owner of OCG Properties, which helps clients attain financial freedom by providing support, education, and cash flow real estate investment opportunities. Portfolio: Mobile home parks Buy-and-hold short-term rentals Debt fund Marijuana fund LP in diversified investments across multiple asset classes Based in: Garden Grove, CA Say hi to him at: ocgproperties.com ocgcapital.org Facebook YouTube Best Ever Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON | Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis outlines the top questions investors should ask themselves and the operator of a deal before making an investment in a real estate private placement or syndication. 10 Questions to Ask Before Investing in a Deal Ask yourself: Does this particular investment align with my goals and objectives? What is your track record? Show me your past performance. Is this particular deal or property located in a growing and diversified market? Is this particular property located in a tax-free state? What kind of debt are you putting on the property? What is the minimum investment? When is the first distribution, and what is the frequency of distributions? Do you do monthly or quarterly reporting? Does this particular deal or investment offer a preferred return? Ask about the K-1 tax forms that are generated. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON | Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Green is the owner/operator at Green Springs Capital Group, which develops and redevelops multifamily properties. In this episode, Brian discusses starting his own property management company, how his value-add projects quickly led to development & redevelopment, and why he focuses on projects in Upstate New York. Brian Green | Real Estate Background Owner/operator at Green Springs Capital Group, which develops and redevelops multifamily properties. Portfolio: 110 units, including five short-term rental units Based in: Saratoga Springs, NY Say hi to him at: greenspringscapitalgroup.com Instagram Best Ever Book: Principles by Ray Dalio Greatest Lesson: Self-management = building a company. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON | Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Kaeding is the CEO of Norhart, which is committed to solving America’s housing shortage and affordability crisis. In this episode, Mike shares how Norhart plans to strategically drive down the cost of housing on a national level, his advice for bringing trades and expertise in-house, and the importance of building the right company culture. Mike Kaeding | Real Estate Background CEO of Norhart, which is committed to solving America’s housing shortage and affordability crisis. Portfolio: 12 properties in MN totaling 800+ units, all built by Norhart Based in: Forest Lake, MN Say hi to him at: norhart.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Best Ever Book: No Rules Rules by Reed Hastings Greatest Lesson: Hire the best people. Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON | Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Burk is the CEO of two companies: Fairway America, a CRE investment fund manager; and Verivest, a CRE software, advisory, and service provider. In this episode, Matthew tells us the biggest mistakes he sees investors make when setting up a fund, how Verivest is working to automate the fund setup process, and why he plans to focus heavily on asset management in 2023. Matthew Burk | Real Estate Background CEO of Fairway America, a CRE investment fund manager. CEO of Verivest, a CRE software, advisory, and service provider. Portfolio: $1B in CRE assets across multiple asset classes Based in: Portland, OR Say hi to him at: fairwayamerica.com verivest.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Let's Get Real or Let's Not Play by Randy Illig Greatest Lesson: What you do when no one is looking defines who you are. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Edwin Byler is a broker and investor at KW Commercial, where he finds off-market deals and either buys or brokers them. In this episode, Edwin discusses how he is currently generating off-market leads, the number of cold calls it typically takes him to land a deal, and why he believes that timing is more important than continual follow-up. Edwin Byler | Real Estate Background Broker and investor at KW Commercial, where he finds off-market deals and either buys or brokers them. Portfolio: 60 units and 20,000 sq. ft. of commercial MX space Based in: Winston-Salem, NC Say hi to him at: Facebook Instagram Best Ever Book: Relentless by Tim S. Grover Greatest Lesson: Learn to become someone that is successful in every industry. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil Wahlgren is a partner at MAG Capital Partners, which focuses on triple-net leased industrial properties, lease structures, and tenants. In this episode, Neil shares his insights on investing in triple-net leased industrial properties, how a multifamily syndicator can pivot into this asset class, and what to look for when qualifying single tenants. Neil Wahlgren | Real Estate Background Partner at MAG Capital Partners, which focuses on triple-net leased industrial properties, lease structures, and tenants. Portfolio: Industrial triple-net leased real estate Short-term rentals Multifamily syndications Based in: San Francisco, CA Say hi to him at: magcp.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Greatest Lesson: Communicate your mistakes with the same level of transparency as your successes. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred Moskowitz is a fund manager and investor who buys and manages residential mortgage notes. In this episode, Fred tells us about how he buys notes on the secondary market and the profitability of this business strategy and investment vehicle. Fred Moskowitz | Real Estate Background Fund manager and investor who buys and manages residential mortgage notes. Author, speaker, advisor, and trainer on various topics related to entrepreneurship and investing. Portfolio: 450 doors GP in a mortgage note fund LP in multifamily syndications Based in: Philadelphia, PA Say hi to him at: fredmoskowitz.com Best Ever Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Greatest Lesson: It can take the same amount of time, effort, and expense to do a small deal as it does to do a much larger deal. Because of that, your ROI will be much better on larger deals. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses how to change the way you think about money and use it as a tool to better your life. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Lee is the president of and full-time multifamily broker at JLM Real Estate Inc., a commercial real estate team focusing on multifamily sales and 1031 exchanges in San Diego County. In this episode, Jason discusses the three most important actions he takes when hiring a contractor, three tips for breaking into commercial real estate through sales and brokering, and the hardest lesson he’s learned in his career so far. Jason Lee | Real Estate Background President of and full-time multifamily broker at JLM Real Estate Inc., a commercial real estate team focusing on multifamily sales and 1031 exchanges in San Diego County. Portfolio: 120 units for a $50M asset value Based in: San Diego, CA Say hi to him at: Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Best Ever Book: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dusten Hendrickson is the president of Mailbox Money Real Estate, which finds land and creates a vision for it — usually a multifamily project. In this episode, Dusten shares what drew him to multifamily development, why being a developer requires more vision than strategy, and why he recommends starting with a small project before scaling. Dusten Hendrickson | Real Estate Background President of Mailbox Money Real Estate, which finds land and creates a vision for it — usually a multifamily project. Portfolio: GP of 888 units LP of 2,034 units Based in: Brookings, SD Say hi to him at: mailboxmoneyre.com Facebook YouTube Greatest Lesson: Growth without scaling leads to one step forward and two steps back. You need to learn to scale before you grow so your growth doesn’t lead to overwhelm, burnout, failure, and eventually bankruptcy. Hard work doesn't equal results. There’s much more to it, and that’s why we have to be open-minded and continue to learn. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Beardsley is the founder of Lone Star Capital, which focuses on Texas workforce housing through vertically integrated operations. In this episode, Rob provides observations, insights, and practical examples of debt and equity from his latest book, Structuring and Raising Debt & Equity for Real Estate. Rob Beardsley | Real Estate Background Founder of Lone Star Capital, which focuses on Texas workforce housing through vertically integrated operations. Portfolio: 2,500+ multifamily units Based in: New York, NY Say hi to him at: structuringandraising.com lscre.com Best Ever Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Khuri is the VP and co-founder of SMK Capital Management, a family-owned private equity firm that raises capital and partners with operators in apartments, mobile homes, self-storage, and ATMs. In this episode, Mark shares how he calculates risk adjustment as an operator and capital provider, which asset classes he plans to focus on most in 2023, and his tips for ensuring you’re entering into a strong partnership. Mark Khuri | Real Estate Background VP and co-founder of SMK Capital Management, a family-owned private equity firm that raises capital and partners with operators in apartments, mobile homes, self-storage, and ATMs. Previous episode: JF1721: Investing in a Recession-Resistant Fund to Protect from Future Downturns with Ryan Andrews & Mark Khuri Portfolio: 17 years of experience Involved in deals valued at over $1B in asset value Managed over 60 partnerships with investors Say hi to him at: smkcap.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Investing in Real Estate Private Equity by Sean Cook Greatest Lesson: Keep emotion out of investment decisions and look at best- and worst-case scenarios. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nathan Guinane is the director of investor relations and strategic partnerships at Divergent Capital Partners, a fund for investors to deploy money into apartment complexes. In this episode, Nathan tells us how he and his partners closed out their first fund’s equity raise, what insights they gained that they plan to apply to their second fund, and the advantages and challenges that come with focusing on 20- to 60-unit properties. Nathan Guinane | Real Estate Background Principal and director of investor relations and strategic partnerships at Divergent Capital Partners, a fund for investors to deploy money into apartment complexes. Portfolio: 264 units Based in: Southfield, MI Say hi to him at: divergentfund.com Instagram LinkedIn Best Ever Book: The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life by Alice Schroeder Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mario Dattilo is the owner of Celebrate Communities, which raises capital to invest in mobile home parks that his management company runs. He also hosts the Mario Dattilo Show podcast. In this episode, Mario discusses his decision to build peripheral businesses to scale his portfolio, when he recommends bringing community operations in-house, and why he thinks there’s safety in scaling for mobile home park investors. Mario Dattilo | Real Estate Background Owner of Celebrate Communities, which raises capital to invest in mobile home parks that his management company runs. Host of the Mario Dattilo Show podcast. Portfolio: $50M in AUM 1,000+ lots Based in: Naples, FL Say hi to him at: mariodattilo.net YouTube Greatest Lesson: I could’ve partnered with others and scaled my portfolio so much faster than building it all myself. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis explains what it means to achieve an infinite return and how you can do so in both real estate and the stock market. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandhya Seshadri is an apartment syndicator at Engineered Capital, which acquires and operates value-add multifamily to build legacy wealth for engineers and busy professionals. In this episode, she shares her seven steps to achieving stellar investor returns in a subpar economy. Sandhya Seshadri | Real Estate Background Apartment syndicator at Engineered Capital, which acquires and operates value-add multifamily to build legacy wealth for engineers and busy professionals. Portfolio: 1,400 doors in DFW Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to her at: engineered-capital.com LinkedIn Greatest Lesson: Don't invest passively with an operator without vetting their track record Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Brisse is the co-founder and principal at Granite Towers Equity Group, which focuses on multifamily syndication. In this episode, he discusses how he got into apartment syndication after competing as a professional snowboarder for nearly 15 years, the changes he has seen in the market recently, and why right now is the time to underwrite conservatively and get your debt right. Dan Brisse | Real Estate Background Co-founder and principal at Granite Towers Equity Group, which focuses on multifamily syndication. Portfolio: 2,300 units worth $320M Based in: Washington (state) Say hi to him at: granitetowersequitygroup.com Best Ever Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Greatest Lesson: Learn from those who have done it before. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike DeHaan is a real estate investor with a focus on direct-to-seller marketing and discounted deals. He is also the host of the Collecting Keys podcast. In this episode, Mike shares why he considers direct mail his “bread and butter,” his targeting strategy, and why consistency is key when it comes to marketing and branding. Mike DeHaan | Real Estate Background Real estate investor with a focus on direct-to-seller marketing and discounted deals. Host of the Collecting Keys podcast. Portfolio: 48 doors including personal holdings and joint ventures LP of 55 doors Based in: Spokane, WA Say hi to him at: collectingkeyspodcast.com Instagram Greatest Lesson: The best opportunities come by providing value to people. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Alex Tam is the founder and owner of Zephyr Equity Group, which specializes in value-add multifamily. In this episode, Alex tells us about his value-add asset management strategies, how to know when it’s time to find a new property manager, and what that transition looked like for his business. Dr. Alex Tam | Real Estate Background Full-time investor, chiropractor, and founder/owner of Zephyr Equity Group, The Streamline Team, Absolute Integrative Physical Medicine, and TeamSky Marketing. Zephyr Equity Group specializes in value-add multifamily, focusing on stable markets across the country where they partner with local experienced team members to maximize value. Portfolio: 188 units in Texas and Nebraska Some LP investments Based in: Zephyr Cove, NV Say hi to him at: zephyrequitygroup.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube Greatest Lesson: Partnerships and relationships are 100% the key to success. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Anne Morris is an investor and short-term rental property manager focused on creating a passive income source for out-of-state investors. In this episode, Leslie discusses managing short-term rental properties in the Smoky Mountains, navigating the different levels of expectations between short-term and long-term renters, and how she is currently structuring the financing for her properties. Leslie Anne Morris | Real Estate Background Investor and short-term rental property manager in the Smoky Mountains focused on creating a passive income source for out-of-state investors who want to build a life apart from trading their time for money. Portfolio: 11 short-term rentals in the Smoky Mountains, one new construction Passively invests in women’s multifamily syndications Based in: Smoky Mountains, TN Say hi to her at: leslieannemorris.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn TikTok YouTube Best Ever Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki Greatest Lesson: Take action. Stay in your niche and don’t spread yourself too thin by investing in too many markets at once. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cowboy Joe Marques is an influencer, professional speaker, and educator who has invested in numerous development projects across the U.S. including turnkey subdivisions, multifamily, 5,000-bed crew lodges, gulf-front condos, resorts, commercial buildings, and mixed-use spaces. In this episode, Cowboy Joe shares the two biggest mistakes he sees investors making right now, the importance of having adequate reserves in case of a market shift, and his top three pieces of advice for investors seeking deals in 2023. Cowboy Joe Marques | Real Estate Background Influencer, professional speaker, and educator who has invested in numerous development projects across the U.S. including turnkey subdivisions, multifamily, 5,000-bed crew lodges, gulf-front condos, resorts, commercial buildings, and mixed-use spaces. Involved in unique projects in the Caribbean and South America ranging in value from $1.2M to $100M. Previous episode: JF2645: How This Mindset Change Turned a $41M Loss into a $100M+ Success with Joe “Cowboy” Marques Based in: Gulf Shores, AL Say hi to him at: Facebook cowboyjoe.me Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis shares a fresh perspective on how to determine whether you should be an active investor, a passive investor, or a combination of the two. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Loht is the founder of NT Capital Group and host of The Passive Wealth Strategy Show podcast. In this episode, he tells us why he switched his investment strategy from the stock market to real estate, how he vets potential operators before placing capital in their deals, and his Best Ever advice for new syndicators that are looking to scale. Taylor Loht | Real Estate Background Founder of NT Capital Group, which deals with apartment syndication and self-storage, and host of The Passive Wealth Strategy Show podcast. Based in: Richmond, VA Say hi to him at: passivewealthstrategy.com ntcapitalgroup.com Instagram Greatest Lesson: Time is your most valuable, most important, and most scarce asset. When you learn to value your time properly, you can begin to build systems and outsource activities in your business so that you can focus on the highest-value tasks and have time left over for the things that matter most in life. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Fernandez is the CEO of 1031 Crowdfunding, which is responsible for raising $800M of equity from individuals and institutional investors through private and public real estate offerings. In this episode, Ed discusses how his company has become the leading real estate crowdfunding platform for 1031 exchanges, how investors can access the platform, and what industry problems this strategy is solving. Ed Fernandez | Real Estate Background CEO of 1031 Crowdfunding, which is responsible for raising $800M of equity from individuals and institutional investors through private and public real estate offerings. They are the leading real estate investing platform for 1031 exchanges and alternative investment vehicles focused on tax deferral. Portfolio: GP and LP of $350M Based in: Irvine, CA Say hi to him at: 1031crowdfunding.com Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricardo Torres is the co-founder and CEO of Vectored Equity, which primarily focuses on syndications and funds. In this episode, he shares what motivated him to purchase a laundromat, the pros and cons of owning a small business, and the ins and outs of securing a small business acquisition loan. Ricardo Torres | Real Estate Background Co-founder and CEO of Vectored Equity, which primarily focuses on syndications and funds. Portfolio: GP of 163 units totaling $28M in AUM Works full time as an EC-130 pilot in the United States Air Force, the Executive Officer to the 355 Wing Commander. Based in: Tucson, AZ Say hi to him at: vectoredequity.com Facebook Instagram: Ricardo Torres Vectored Equity LinkedIn Greatest lesson: There is no limit to your dreams (real estate or not) so long as you have three things: A vision (you cannot build that which you cannot imagine), A plan (a vetted one), and A consistent work ethic that doesn’t take no for an answer. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kip Sowden is the CEO at RREAF Holdings, which works in multifamily, hospitality, ground-up construction, single-family, build-to-rent, master-planned communities, and more. In this episode, he tells us about the biggest lessons he’s learned throughout his 37 years in real estate, his advice for investors experiencing their first market downturn, and why he believes the South and Southeast U.S. will have a softer landing in the years ahead. Kip Sowden | Real Estate Background CEO at RREAF Holdings, which works in multifamily, hospitality, ground-up construction, single-family, build-to-rent, master-planned communities, and more. Portfolio: Over $5B in assets Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to him at: rreaf.com LinkedIn Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Simtob is the founder of Simtob Management & Investment LLC, which purchases value-add multifamily in the Midwest. In this episode, he discusses the factors that helped him to nearly triple his unit count in 2022: Managing all of his properties in-house. Hiring a regional property manager. Staying within a focused scope when seeking out new deals. Using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to maintain focus. Consistently prioritizing a healthy work/life balance for his team. Brad Simtob | Real Estate Background Founder of Simtob Management & Investment LLC, which purchases value-add multifamily in the Midwest. They are proprietary with their in-house construction and property management team. Previous episode: JF2703: How This 20-Year-Old Built a Multifamily Portfolio in One Year ft. Brad Simtob Portfolio: 758 units as a GP (116 more units expected in January 2023) Based in: West Bloomfield, MI Say hi to him at: simtob.com LinkedIn Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cris Burnam is the CEO of StorageMart, a self-storage business team deploying technology with over 100 collective years of experience. In this episode, Cris shares his thoughts on how interest rate increases have impacted self-storage deals, what makes self-storage recession-resistant, and the opportunities he sees for this asset class in 2023. Cris Burnam | Real Estate Background CEO of StorageMart, a self-storage business team deploying technology with over 100 collective years of experience. Portfolio: 21M sq. ft. 200K units 285 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada Based in: Columbia, MO Say hi to him at: storage-mart.com Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis discusses the parallels between the game of Monopoly and real-life real estate investing. He highlights a few key takeaways from this comparison: The game starts with earning an active income. You must learn to save and invest. Your passive income exceeds your lifestyle expenses, which is where the real fun begins. You can then begin to branch out, expand your means, be part of larger projects, and enjoy the true benefits of the wealthy. “The key is to see investing as a game. You’re not going to win in every deal; you’re still going to have setbacks. But with enough emphasis and time, you can get to the point where you win the game.” —Travis Watts Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick and Elaine Stageberg are the owners of Black Swan Real Estate, a real estate private equity firm that buys deep value-add residential real estate ranging from distressed single-family homes to large class-A apartment buildings and ground-up construction. In this episode, Nick and Elaine tell us how they raise capital without targeting a defined hold period or IRR, why they built their business model around putting their investors’ needs first, and how they find deals with the potential for forced appreciation. Nick and Elaine Stageberg | Real Estate Background Owners of Black Swan Real Estate, a real estate private equity firm that buys deep value-add residential real estate ranging from distressed single-family homes to large class-A apartment buildings and ground-up construction. They target an indefinite hold period and have never sold an asset. Portfolio: $300M in AUM Based in: Rochester, MN Say hi to them at: blackswanteam.com/connect Facebook Greatest Lesson: Do the hard thing. Do the thing that other people are unwilling to do, and it will eventually become an insane, insurmountable advantage. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corey Chonsky is a full-time real estate investor and multifamily syndicator at Fair Winds Capital, a real estate investment firm that purchases value-add multifamily properties through JV or syndicated partnerships. In this episode, Corey discusses how forming partnerships helped him 10x his unit count, why he and his partners are transitioning to a fund model, and his advice for finding great partners. Corey Chonsky | Real Estate Background Retired Navy and full-time real estate investor and multifamily syndicator at Fair Winds Capital, a real estate investment firm that purchases value-add multifamily properties through JV or syndicated partnerships. Portfolio: 675 units under management through all partnerships Based in: Norfolk, VA Say hi to him at: fwcinvestments.com LinkedIn Greatest Lesson: Document expectations with people that you partner with. That way you leave no doubt as to who is doing what on a project. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimmy Edwards owns High Five Multifamily, which sources, acquires, and manages multifamily assets in the B- and C-class space. In this episode, he shares the pain points that motivated him to scale his business, how he builds relationships with brokers, and how he learned the hard lesson of knowing when to walk away from a deal. Jimmy Edwards | Real Estate Background Owner of High Five Multifamily, which sources, acquires, and manages multifamily assets in the B- and C-class space. Previous episodes: JF1421: Using Passive Investing to Catapult into Your Own Large Multifamily Deals with Jimmy Edwards JF2539: 100% Returns in 25 Months with Jimmy Edwards #SkillsetSunday Portfolio: 570 units (168 multifamily units, net seller 2022, will be a net buyer in 2023–2026) Purchased, rehabbed, and successfully sold over 100 SFRs Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to him at: highfivemultifamily.com Best Ever Book: Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna-Marie Lieb is the head of Multi-housing at CrowdStreet, where her team identifies and renews potential multifamily, student housing, and BTR offerings. In this episode, Anna-Marie tells us what kind of investors and operators access CrowdStreet, why sponsors with established track records choose to use the platform, and how the state of the economy is impacting CrowdStreet’s investor base. Anna-Marie Lieb | Real Estate Background Head of Multi-housing at CrowdStreet, where her team identifies and renews potential multifamily, student housing, and BTR offerings. CrowdStreet is the largest online private equity real estate investing platform. Portfolio: In 2021 the platform funded ~$700M, and YTD 2022 ~$600M has been dedicated to multi-housing assets Based in: Portland, OR Say hi to her at: CrowdStreet LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Principles by Ray Dalio Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nancy Huynh, MD, is the founder and CEO of Clear Vision Investing, a co-GP of value-add apartment syndications that donates nearly half of its company profits to cure preventable blindness. In this episode, Nancy discusses why she chose to invest in the Cincinnati market while based in Atlanta, how she learned the importance of knowing your sponsor as a passive investor, and why she believes learning to pivot is the best real estate investing advice ever. Nancy Huynh, MD | Real Estate Background Founder and CEO of Clear Vision Investing, a co-GP of value-add apartment syndications that donates nearly half of its company profits to cure preventable blindness. Portfolio: Co-GP of 132 units in Ohio JV of an 18-unit apartment development deal in Ohio Based in: Atlanta, GA Say hi to her at: clearnvisioninvesting.com Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Tobler is a commercial broker at Malman Commercial Real Estate, which focuses on investment sales opportunities through buyer/seller representation. In this episode, Brian shares why he left the commercial real estate banking industry after 15 years, his thoughts on the future of the multifamily and industrial asset classes, and more. Brian Tobler | Real Estate Background Commercial broker at Malman Commercial Real Estate, which focuses on investment sales opportunities through buyer/seller representation. Portfolio: Two speculative for-sale fourplex deals in Denver JV deal for a 200K sq. ft. owner-user industrial deal in the Denver area Based in: Denver, CO Say hi to him at: toblercapital.com Instagram LinkedIn Best Ever Book: The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone or The Power of One More by Ed Mylett Greatest Lesson: Real estate is an incredible asset to own and invest in. The sooner you get in, the better. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this episode, Travis shares his perspective on what it means to be rich versus wealthy, an admittedly subjective topic. He explains why being rich is often associated with active income while being wealthy is associated with passive income, and encourages listeners to ask themselves what wealth looks like for them. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arti Shah works at Invest Beyond Multifamily, which invests in necessity-based commercial real estate properties in growth markets. In this episode, she tells us how syndicators can get the attention of family offices, the intensive vetting process family offices go through when vetting deals, and why these groups are increasing capital reserves to take advantage of what is likely to come in the market. Arti Shah | Real Estate Background Works at Invest Beyond Multifamily, which invests in necessity-based commercial real estate properties in growth markets. Portfolio: Properties in IL, NJ, and GA Based in: Chicago, IL Say hi to her at: investbeyondmultifamily.com Best Ever Book: Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson Greatest Lesson: After working 18 hours a day in corporate, realizing that betting on myself would help me to grow personally and professionally. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Zhu is the CMO of New Empire Corp, which is dedicated to all the marketing and sales of over $500M in new development condos and commercial spaces in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island City. In this episode, Emily discusses the advantages and challenges of developing commercial real estate in New York, the three ways she markets to investors, and how first-floor retail can be beneficial. Emily Zhu | Real Estate Background CMO of New Empire Corp, which is dedicated to all the marketing and sales of over $500M in new development condos and commercial spaces in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island City. Based in: New York City Say hi to her at: newempirecorp.com LinkedIn Greatest lesson: Keeping up with the market trends can make all the difference. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connor Gross is the owner of Atlas Storage, which buys and sells self-storage facilities. In this episode, he shares what three aspects drew him to invest in self-storage over other asset classes that he considered, why he recommends screening local property managers aggressively, and how to set local property managers up for success. Connor Gross | Real Estate Background Owner of Atlas Storage, which buys and sells self-storage facilities. Portfolio: 350 units Based in: New York City (operates in TX) Say hi to him at: connors.blog Twitter Best Ever Book: $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi Greatest Lesson: Try to systemize as many processes as possible. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John McNellis is the principal at McNellis Partners, a commercial development firm. In this episode, he tells us why he thinks 2023 will be a challenging year for real estate, his thoughts on the current state of office and multifamily, his advice for beginners investing in retail, and why he believes real estate success is all about supply constraints. John McNellis | Real Estate Background Principal at McNellis Partners, a commercial development firm. Previous episodes: JF2470: How to Develop Shopping Centers with John McNellis JF2720: 4 Things to Know Before Your First Development Deal ft. John McNellis Portfolio: 80+ projects — primarily shopping centers, also some office and residential Based in: Palo Alto, CA Say hi to him at: mcnellis.com LinkedIn Greatest Lesson: Procrastination is the death of success. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrea Foley is the CEO/CFO of Generational Wealth Capital, which specializes in reimagining hospitality for long-term wealth. In this episode, she discusses how she is building wealth by purchasing mom-and-pop hotels in smaller towns and converting them into multifamily apartment buildings. Andrea Foley | Real Estate Background CEO/CFO of Generational Wealth Capital, which specializes in reimagining hospitality for long-term wealth. She is currently on her second hotel-to-multifamily conversion and also owns and plans to grow short-term rentals. Portfolio: GP of two properties with a total of 175 units Reinvesting all LP funds into her own projects at the moment Based in: Omaha, NE Say hi to her at: Generational Wealth Capital Instagram LinkedIn Linktree TikTok Best Ever Book: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss Greatest Lesson: You must be flexible, resilient, and extremely creative to have low risk and high success. After almost going bankrupt in my retail business, I was able to pivot, triple my revenue, and sell my business. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don Spafford is a partner at Happy Camper Capital, which syndicates RV resort vacation campgrounds and marinas. In this episode, he shares why he primarily focuses on investor relations despite his financial background, how the build-to-rent and campground asset classes fulfill different needs for different investors, and how his passion for helping people has shaped his real estate career. Don Spafford | Real Estate Background Partner at Happy Camper Capital, which syndicates RV resort vacation campgrounds and marinas. He is also a senior accounting analyst for a financial services company. Portfolio: GP and LP of 800 build-to-rent doors with a 650+ door deal upcoming 850 rentable campground spaces and a mix of some other holdings Based in: Idaho Falls, ID Say hi to him at: happycampercapital.com Best Ever Book: The Win-Win Wealth Strategy by Tom Wheelwright Greatest Lesson: Do your due diligence. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. Some people get scared when they hear the word ‘recession,’ but recessions are where so many millionaires and billionaires have made the majority of their money. In this episode, Travis identifies the four stages of the commercial real estate market cycle — recession, recovery, expansion, and hyper-supply — and provides real-life examples to fully define each stage. Join the newsletter for expert tips & investing content. Sign up to be a guest on the show. FREE eBook: The Ultimate Guide to Multifamily Deals & Investing Register for this year's Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City Stay in touch with us! www.bestevercre.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Click here to know more about our sponsors: MFIN CON |Reliant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices