Bulletproof Cashflow: Multifamily & Apartment Investing for Financial Freedom

Michael Episcope is the co-CEO of Origin Investments where he oversees investor relations, marketing, and operations. He learned about real estate in his youth as he helped his grandfather manage his apartment buildings in Chicago's west side. Here, we discuss his current strategies and how he builds relationships in different markets. We also talk about the markets his investors are interested in...

Christopher Salerno is an entrepreneur and investment manager with a history of success in building and rebuilding profitable businesses. In 2019, Christopher founded QC Capital which acquired over $100 million in commercial real estate assets across the US. We discuss the advantages of larger multifamily deals and why broker relationships are so important. Chris also shares some current deals and...

Finding good markets for real estate investing is an important element of success. John Mejia has currently done over $500 million in acquisitions and developments, all while creating stellar returns by leveraging his proven track record. John shares how he got into multifamily, how to make it through tough times as an entrepreneur, how he chooses and breaks into various markets, why he likes seco...

Ashley Kehr was given the opportunity to manage 100 units for a friend with little knowledge of what was involved. However, she realized she had a knack for managing properties and then decided to get into her own deals. Ashley shares what it takes to run a successful property management business, how to plan for partnerships, what to look for when hiring a property manager, and more.

The days of the 40-hour work week and the gold watch at the end of a 30-year career with the same company have long been over, and more people desire a life of career and financial freedom. M.C. Laubscher's mission and purpose is to help investors become "cashflow ninjas" and multiply their wealth outside of Wall Street in any economy. Here, shares the secrets of cashflow ninjas, his framework for...

Over the course of his career, Jerome Maldonado has founded multiple high-success businesses and has done over $200M of in-house real estate transactions. He shares his career journey and how his sales experience elevated his game. Jerome also offers advice for people just getting started, shares how he's preparing for a potential recession, and the importance of mentorship.

After you close on a multi-family property, your work is just getting started. Van Sturgeon is a master in the art of renovation, has over 30 years of real estate investing experience, and personally owns over 1,200 properties across America. We talk about some of the biggest mistakes investors make with value-add strategies and how you can avoid them.

When it comes to real estate, this is a no-excuses game and age is irrelevant. We're exploring this with David Toupin, founder, and CEO of Obsidian Capital and CEO of Real Estate Lab. David shares why he decided to switch from single to multi-family, as well as how he funded and structured his first deals, the advantages of investing in self-storage, how to use real estate data tools, and much mor...

Having the freedom to control your financial destiny and the passive income to provide for your family is all possible if you execute your strategy properly. Amy Silvis spent 13 years in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry and pivoted to multifamily real estate. Through her company, Silvis Capital, she provides affordable housing to working-class families while providing an investment vehicle...

For many investors, one of the greatest benefits of building passive income in real estate is the ability to spend time doing what you want to do. However, this is contingent upon you building a sustainable portfolio that can withstand the tough economic times and prosper in the good times as well. Real estate veteran Chris Prefontaine shares tips on finding assets, becoming an authority for buyer...

Building bulletproof cash flow is all about prioritizing cash flow over appreciation and being able to keep your business afloat in good times and in bad. Dani Lynn and Flip Robison are the co-founders of Freedom Real Estate Group and mastered the transition from single to multi-family investing. We discuss their transition as well as turnkey deals, how inflation has made an impact on their strate...

The key to building success in real estate is getting out of your comfort zone and challenging yourself. After starting his career as an engineer, Sean Pan decided to dive head first into real estate investing and he's now an expert in out-of-state investing. Sean shares lessons learned along his real estate journey and what you need to do to get started.

The life of a real estate entrepreneur is full of challenges, some of which make us wonder if it's all worth it. Mike C-Roc has overcome his own challenges and has a great message about becoming unstoppable. Mike and I discuss why it's so important to surround yourself with the right people, commit to your vision, and take action.

Rich Fettke's life was turned upside down after a melanoma diagnosis and it led him and his wife to start building wealth through real estate. Today, he's the co-founder of Real Wealth, a company that helps its members improve their financial intelligence, secure passive income, and obtain financial freedom. In this episode, we talk about Rich's journey, his thoughts on the current economy, and hi...

RJ Bates III is the CEO of Titanium Investments, a nationwide real estate investing firm that buys, fixes, wholesales, and sells properties to help investors make money. RJ jumped into wholesaling full-time from a general contracting career and learned a ton as he figured things out and took massive action. We discuss the challenges of moving into a new market, becoming a problem solver for your s...

In real estate and entrepreneurship, building relationships with affluent and influential people is absolutely key. Steve Sims knows all about this and he shares all about how he built his personal concierge service, Bluefish. He also shares his expert advice on how to build your own powerful network and how to think outside the box to make your dreams come true.

Vinney Chopra came to the United States with seven dollars in his pocket and a dream. Today, he's a successful real estate investor, author, and podcast host. Vinney has seen massive success with syndication and in the senior assisted living spaces and gives us the insight into what it takes to run and scale a profitable venture.

1031 exchanges are a unique investment vehicle that allows investors to defer their capital gains taxes. Bill Exeter has been working in financial services since the 80s and has been a qualified 1031 intermediary for over 34 years. Bill explains how 1031 exchanges help protect your money and the steps a regular investor should take to make sure their investments are set up correctly.

Entrepreneurs often make critical mistakes that can make them feel like they're living a nightmare. Gino Wickman built his own successful business empire and is obsessed with showing others how to thrive on the entrepreneurial path. Together, we go through his three-part methodology for entrepreneurial success, discuss the key traits of entrepreneurs, and talk about the most common mistakes.

Logan Freeman is a former NFL player turned successful real estate investor and broker. His firm focuses on joint venture and equity partnerships, and he helps people become financially free through real estate. Logan shares all about his career journey along with how to find deals and why it pays to come up with solutions to sellers' problems. 

Chris Widener is a hugely successful author, speaker, and coach who knows all about how overcoming obstacles in life. We talk about his intuitive coaching style and how important it is to understand how our pasts shape who we are today. We also talk about the importance of discipline and how your greatest strengths are often tied to your greatest weaknesses. 

Jason Ricks knows the ins and outs of net lease property deals. He's completed over 1,000 lease transactions over the course of his career and recently led a $500 million REIT portfolio. Jason explains how net leases work and we take a deep dive into what the due diligence on these properties looks like.

Despite being negatively viewed by some investors, vacant land deals can be very lucrative. Seth Williams got into land investing after the 2008 crash and has had massive success. He shares the strategies he uses in his business as well as tips around which marketing methodologies to use and where to find solid leads.

Brandon Elliott knows all about building a real estate business through the use of credit. Through his company, Credit Counsel Elite, Brandon helps clients learn and apply the same strategies he used to skyrocket his business. Here, he shares some great tips including how to use business credit, using credit cards as insurance against contractors, and why SEO matters.

I sat down with real estate investor Andresa Guidelli to talk about women in the real estate industry and how Andresa approaches her assets. We covered a whole lot of ground, from building business to taking on rehab projects, and a bunch more. Wherever you are in your real estate journey, there's sure to be something helpful in this episode.