Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

In this Freedom Fridays episode, I share my thoughts regarding the anti-capitalist affirmations I have seen while scrolling through Instagram recently.  I'll say first whether I agree or disagree with the affirmation I read, then I explain why. Don't be shy to share your thoughts regarding these affirmations too! Interested in investing in ATMs?  Check out our webinar.    Please note that investin...

Many of us fall for this common myth in the industry: If you find a good deal, the money will come. As soon as you learn this is not true, you begin to realize how hard it is to raise capital… Today, I discuss how to crack the capital raising code with one of the industry’s best… Rob Beardsley! <<>> Rob has just released his latest book, Structuring and Raising Debt and Equity for Real...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Michael Bull who is the CEO of Bull Realty, which is a commercial real estate sales, leasing and advisory firm headquartered in Atlanta, and licensed in nine Southeast states. He is also the host of America's Commercial Real Estate Show, which is enjoyed by over 60,000 industry participants around the country. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested...

Some of the people listening to this have raised $5MM, $20MM, or even $100MM! However, many of us are still working on raising our first $1MM. While this might not be what you want to hear now, it’s so true… Raising your first $10MM is even easier than raising your first $1MM! Here’s why: When you are first getting started, you have to do things that aren’t scalable. Luckily, I tell you the exact...

In this Freedom Fridays episode, I discuss the top 5 questions that passive investors normally ask. I go into detail in explaining these questions one-by-one.  Do you have questions in mind as well? Tune in now because who knows one of the questions you're thinking might be one of the top 5 that are included in this episode! https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/cashflowconnections/ Interested in inve...

It’s halfway through November, so you know what that means… It’s time to start thinking about taxes! Most people dread thinking about taxes, and I don’t plan you, it can be a headache. However, tax strategies are one of the most powerful advantages of being a real estate investor! I know you want to avoid taxes at all costs, so I highly recommend tuning in to hear about these unique underutilized...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Don Bishop who is the founder and CEO of SR Companies, which has a successful 20-year history of developing and managing senior housing communities and hotels as a high-touch, results-oriented operator. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: Where he believes the biggest opportunities are in senior living for the next 5-10 years T...

In this Freedom Fridays episode, we talk about the not-so-secrets to running a successful business! You can do a lot of calls with your clients, people who are interested, but the only way to do business is to DO BUSINESS. Curious as to what that means? Listen to this episode now! PS - Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes! Your reviews are key for us to keep getting the "big dogs" to share the...

Would you rather get paid $2MM today or $100,000 a year for 30 years?! Both sound great, but there is no correct answer… It all depends on your Discount Rate! This thought experiment depicts one of the fundamental tenants of investing: The Time Value of Money Today, J Scott, shows us how to use this simple idea to gain a competitive advantage… <<>> J Scott is a 5-time best-selling Bigg...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with George Gammon who is a macro teacher, entrepreneur, and investor, as well as the founder of Rebel Capitalist Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: What is the World Economic Forum and who runs it? How much influence does this organization have on the future and who is aligned with it? What are the main ideas and agendas that are...

Most of us didn’t come out of college with the skills we need for this industry… I studied Politics and Economics, and no real estate company would even consider hiring me! However, the internet is a much better source of information than a university, regardless. In this episode, I discuss the top 3 skills you should build using free and paid resources on the internet… <<>> When I am...

In today's Freedom Friday episode, learn the strategies I used to successfully close calls with investors. Get a glimpse of how my journey of raising tens of millions of dollars  through years of trial and error lead to creating a workflow that guarantees a high success rate. If you are curious as to what these plans of action are, listen to this episode now! Interested in investing in ATMs?  Chec...

Class-A Multifamily deals have lousy returns, RIGHT?! We all have loved Class-B and C over the last decade, but I wouldn’t be so quick to dismiss Class-A… There was a time, not too long ago, where Class-C cap rates were 300bps higher than Class-A! Unfortunately, these times are behind us. But, before you say, “but Class-A has no more meat on the bone!” Tune in to today’s episode to hear Brian Wage...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Mark Kenney who is the Co-Founder of Think Multifamily, where he provides exceptional value to investors, and has invested in over 4,000 units. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: What the typical progression looks like for someone to go from no experience to multifamily sponsor What the most critical skills are to be developed...

We had an amazing time at the RAISEMASTERS RETREAT last week!!! Besides having a BLAST during the Yacht party, we also learned a ton… So I want to share my takeaways with you. <<>> The first thing that all these fantastic capital raisers agreed on was: YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO TELL YOUR STORY. This how potential investors will connect with you. Next, MONEY FOLLOWS SPEED. If you can’t mov...

In this Freedom Fridays episode, I give tips for people who want to be RICH! This is so important if you are one of those who are trying to create "generational wealth" so your family especially your kids won't have to suffer financially. It's not going to be easy planning the lifestyle you want to create but it's all about...PRIORITIES. Learn your priorities and the things you're willing to sacri...

We have been caught in an updraught of optimism over the last 10 years. But now, as the tables turn… We need to remember the most important rule of investing: Return OF Investment > Return ON Investment Liquidity is drying up, which means… It is MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER to have a Plan for Preserving Investor Capital. Luckily, seasoned developer, Victor Menasce, gives us the playbook for how to...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Billy Keels who is a principal at First Generation Capital Partners, where he helps high-paid professionals to take control of their lives and wealth, through unique, cash-flowing, tax-efficient investments. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: How he bounced back from career disappointments to land a role traveling the world wi...

Here is the secret to success in any industry… IF YOU DON’T QUIT, YOU CAN’T LOSE!  However, while GRIT will get you to the finish line, it takes something more to get you there with SPEED. In this Monday Minutes, I give you the 4 steps to short-cutting your path to success! <<>> If I had been told at the start of my career what I am sharing with you today, I would have saved myself 7 y...

In this Freedom Fridays episode, I get all personal as I share a VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT that's related to my life as a soon-to-be Dad to a baby ____ (you'll have to listen to find out!) We are expecting a lot of major changes to happen in our lives in the next 6 to 12 months and for all of you who have been with me in this journey, I believe that you deserve to share the good news with me. On...

What happened to the middle class??? Over the last 40 years, the world globalized, and the money supply inflated. These changes have driven us into this GIANT wealth gap. What does this have to do with real estate??? <<>> Today, we have repeat guest, Ethan Penner, on the show to discuss how The Fed’s actions in 2008, might have prevented a depression, but didn’t solve the economic prob...

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Scott McCorvie who brings deep experience in senior living investment and operations and is extremely passionate about improving the senior living industry. More recently, he's the founder and CEO of Vita Senior Living, a boutique real estate investment and operations company focused on providing a new model to the senior living industry, to 'improve...

THIS is the most PAINFUL myth that first-time capital raisers fall for… We should only focus on the people who already Know, Like, and Trust us. WRONG. When you are first starting out, even the people who trust you with their kids, won’t trust you with their money! The reason this myth is so dangerous is because… Most of the people we know are NOT Accredited Investors yet, And therefore, we will b...

In this Freedom Fridays episode, know the difference between people who get it done VS people who can't seem to get it right. We all know someone who, no matter what they do, things never go their way.  I don't know whether it's a "cosmic" thing that is related to the Law of Attraction or if it is simply an effect of doing what is right or wrong. Either way, what happens to your life is a result o...

If you or anyone you know has been sitting on the sidelines, YOU WILL WANT TO READ THIS. We are obviously in a very volatile time given the uncertainty with interest rates and inflation but… What we DO KNOW is that INFLATION IS EATING YOUR MONEY if it is sitting in the bank. But what if there was a structure that could keep you in the markets while reducing a significant portion of investment risk...