Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever With Joe Fairless

Anthemos Georgiades, co-founder and CEO of Zumper, discusses the value of digitizing the rental process and the importance of understanding the needs of both renters and landlords. Zumper serves as a lead generator for landlords, attracting millions of renters to their platform. They also provide data and insights to help landlords make informed decisions about pricing and property performance. Anthemos Georgiades | Real Estate Background  Zumper Based in: Miami, FL Say hi to him at: www.zumper.com LinkedIn X Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Decker Erickson, a designer, highlights the importance of amenities like pet playgrounds, outdoor spaces, and communal areas to boost ROI. She advises using underutilized spaces creatively and understanding the target market. Katie Decker-Erickson | Real Estate Background Color Works Design Worked on multifamily properties in over 20 states adding value and new design. Based in: Wenatchee, WA Say hi to her at: www.colorworks.design LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Cornwell interviews Dejan Eskic, a senior research fellow and real estate economist, about the economy and housing. They discuss the challenges of housing affordability, the impact of zoning regulations, and potential solutions for the housing shortage. They also touch on the demographic trends and the importance of understanding population composition. Dejan Eskic | Real Estate Background Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, Ivory Innovations Based in: Salt Lake City Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachael Jones, principal of Clover Capital Group, focuses on multifamily apartments. She highlights property management, incubator programs, quick decision-making, expert advice, and community involvement. Rachael Jones | Real Estate Background Clover Captial Group Based in: Belmont, North Carolina Say hi to her at: www.clovercapitalgroup.net LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Poor Charlie's Almanack by Charlie Munger Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Maranan, a capital raising expert, shares his experience in syndications, emphasizing trust, credibility, and networking. He highlights the importance of understanding the market and addressing investor concerns. Jay Maranan | Real Estate Background Zen Coast Capital Portfolio: 541 units (5 apartment buildings), 7 units (LTR/STR) Based in: San Francisco, CA Say hi to him at: Instagram Best Ever Book: Think Again by Adam Grant Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bradley Sumrok shares his challenging experiences with recent deals, emphasizing not selling unless necessary and the importance of vetting partners and having liquidity. He also highlights his mentorship program and charity work. Bradley Sumrok | Real Estate Background Sumrok Multifamily Mentoring Portfolio: 35 buildings totaling ~7,700 units Based in: Dallas TX Say hi to him at: www.bradsumrok.com Best Ever Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Hill, CEO of Phoenix Capital, focuses on custom deals in mobile home parks, infill, and rehab. He partners with park owners to fund and sell homes. His portfolio includes mobile home parks, RV parks, and a retail center. He emphasizes the importance of passion and grit in real estate investing. Ryan Hill | Real Estate Background CEO Phoenix Financial, COO Suncrest Capital Portfolio: 22 MHPs (~1300 spaces), 3 RV parks, 1 Retail Center (20,000 sq. ft.) Based in: Meridian ID Say hi to him at: Facebook LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Traction - Gino Wickman Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Hotel Shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nic Espanet, owner of Flex Equity Group, shares his experience as a passive investor and general partner in multifamily syndications. He emphasizes the importance of getting to know and trust the operators before investing, as well as thoroughly researching their track record. Nic also discusses the challenges he has faced in the current market, such as rising insurance and taxes. Nic Espanet | Real Estate Background Flex Equity Group Portfolio: +1,606 doors Based in:  Fort Worth, TX Say hi to him at:  LinkedIn www.nicespanet.com Best Ever Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Hotel Shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Woodfield, owner of Obsidian Capital, advises focusing on good underwriting, conservative practices, and strong partnerships in multifamily real estate investing. He emphasizes fixed-rate debt and HUD loans. Mike Woodfield | Real Estate Background Obsidian Capital Portfolio: Total of 16 properties Based in: Austin, TX Say hi to him at: www.obsidiancapitalco.com Best Ever Book: 12 Rules for Life by Jordan Peterson Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Hotel Shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant Francke, a full-time real estate investor, shares his experience and insights on value-add small to midsize multifamily investing. He discusses his background, portfolio, and day-to-day responsibilities. Grant emphasizes the importance of treating people right and having a clear why in real estate investing. Grant Francke | Real Estate Background Owner of GLF Properties Based in: Adams, NE Say hi to him at: GrantFrancke.com Best Ever Book: The Unlikely Investor by Grant Francke Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Hotel Shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donato Callahan, acquisitions manager at CRE Capital, shares his background and journey in real estate investing. He discusses his role as an acquisitions manager and the challenges he faces in finding deals that meet specific criteria. Donato emphasizes the importance of building relationships with brokers and consistently looking at a large number of deals. He also talks about the changes in the real estate market over the years and the strategies his company employs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJ Klenk, Managing Partner of Catalyst Capital Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show. AJ shares insights into the current multifamily market, including the impact of new construction projects on rent rates. He also talks about Catalyst's focus on the Southeast and the factors they consider when choosing markets for development. AJ Klenk | Real Estate Background Catalyst Capital Partners, Built on Hospitality Based in: Charlotte, North Carolina Say hi to him at: www.catalystcp.com www.builtonhospitality.com www.capstone-companies.com LinkedIn www.buildon.org Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Arneson, CEO of Synergy Mastermind and the Reinvestors, discusses his experience in real estate investing and the challenges he has faced in the Canadian market. He shares how his business has evolved over the years, focusing on new construction development and managing existing properties. Steve Arneson | Real Estate Background Synergy Mastermind & The REINVESTORS Based in: Victoria, BC Say hi to him at: Instagram www.synergymastermind.ca Best Ever Book: Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig McGrouther, Director of Business Development at Lone Star Capital, shares insights on value-add real estate and capital raising. He discusses the challenges of convincing investors to invest in value-add opportunities and the importance of communication in building trust. Craig McGrouther | Real Estate Background  Lone Star Capital Portfolio 4,000 units in TX Based in: NYC, NY Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Alleva, a syndicator of multifamily, mobile home parks, and single-tenant net lease deals, discusses his investment strategies and the challenges he faces in the real estate market. He explains the benefits of investing in single-tenant net lease deals, such as stable cash flow and lower management requirements. Jordan Alleva | Real Estate Background Co-Founder of Apex Equities Portfolio 190+ units of multifamily and mobile home parks. Based in: Sacramento, CA Say hi to him at: Apex-Equities.com LinkedIn Facebook Best Ever Book:  When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Cobb, a real estate developer, shares his experience in developing affordable entry-level housing communities. He discusses his strategy of acquiring land, rezoning it, and developing it for residential use. Brandon emphasizes the importance of building relationships with local municipalities and understanding their vision for the community. Brandon Cobb | Real Estate Background HBG Capital Portfolio Building 30 homes. Developing 74 homes sites. Rezoning mixed use project, Rezoning/entitling 300 land SFR units. Based in: Nashville, TN Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hbgcapital/ www.HBGcapital.net https://www.facebook.com/hbgcapital Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kris Morin of Three Peaks Capital focuses on data-driven multifamily syndication in growth markets like Indiana for better cash flow. He advises investors to focus locally, build relationships, and understand challenges in blue states. Kris Morin | Real Estate Background Three Peaks Capital Portfolio - 132 units under management (brand started two years ago): 58 units in Fort Wayne, IN 56 units in Evansville, IN 18 units in Connecticut Based in: Enfield, Connecticut Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.threepeakscap.com www.podfol.io/profile/kristopher-morin Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Decker-Erickson, a commercial and multifamily designer, stresses the importance of hiring a professional color consultant for real estate projects to enhance curb appeal. She highlights the role of color in differentiating properties and the need for cohesive palettes, considering the target market and location Katie Decker-Erickson | Real Estate Background Color Works Design Worked on multifamily properties in over 20 states adding value and new design. Based in: Wenatchee, WA Say hi to her at: www.colorworks.design LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Shropshire, owner of Aloha Green, envisions an agri-village in Hawaii with 200 affordable housing units, farmland, and community spaces. He emphasizes community and government support, and considers modular homes to reduce costs. Steve Shropshire | Real Estate Background Aloha Green Portfolio Industrial -38,000 sq ft Multi family Residential Agricultural lands Based in: Hollywood Florida Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Growth Mindset by Carol S. Dweck Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cole Farrell, owner of Vulcan Capital, discusses his 54-unit apartment investment in Mount Airy, NC. He plans to renovate and increase rents, shares his journey from smaller to larger deals, and emphasizes building investor trust and transparency about risks. Cole Farrell | Real Estate Background Volcan Capital Portfolio Purchasing a 54 Unit in NC, Owns 13 Small Multifamily Units Based in: Easton, PA Say hi to him at: VolcanCapital.com Best Ever Book: Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices