Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

Given that there are several real estate conferences coming up (including the Intelligent Investors Real Estate Conference (IIREC)!), I thought it would be good to discuss this very topic with the host of one of the most popular real estate conferences in the US… Today, I’m joined by Ben Lapidus, CFO of Spartan Investment Group and the Host of the Best Ever Real Estate Conference ("Best Ever").  F...

In this episode, I discuss some of the steps you can take to avoid getting a lot of negative comments on social media, and what to do about the fear of getting them!  Resources mentioned in the podcast: 1. E238 - MM - How To Get Away with Saying Offensive Things Interested in investing in ATMs?  Check out our webinar.    Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high deg...

One of the many benefits of the online education revolution that is taking place right now, is that someone can go into the space of real estate investing with very little background, and become a confident passive investor, with just a few months of dedication. This simply wasn’t possible just a few short years ago. As the interest in passive investing continues to grow, more and more service pro...

A few weeks ago, I did a short Monday Minutes summarizing why the reduction of liability is a HUGE (and underrated) benefit of passive investments… This week, I have a follow up, that could be equally important (and also related).  Interested in being a non-collectable individual for creditors?  Click here to hear how… Interested in investing in ATMs?  Check out our webinar.    Please note that in...

As the real estate market evolves, more and more operators and investors are looking for new strategies to diversify their portfolios.  One of the best ways I’ve found to leverage the track record, relationships, geographic location, and deal flow of someone else’s firm is through the concept of the “fund of funds” model - sometimes referred to as the “SPV” (Special Purpose Vehicle) model.  We are...

In this Monday Minutes, I give my perspective on the question that you might have asked yourself if you’re experiencing a certain level of success…    “Should you flex and get a Lamborghini, or do your best to limit your expenses and liabilities?” My answer may surprise you, but I mean it with all my heart.  Click below to hear my perspective… Interested in investing in ATMs?  Check out our webina...

“Oh…I’m actually not interested…” “I don’t have any money to invest…” “I’m actually here to pitch YOU on a deal!”  Heard these things before?  If you’re tired of having calls with unqualified and interested investors, this podcast will help you identify the mistakes you’re making early on that are likely costing you when it’s time to close the deal.     <<>> Today, we are joined by Bro...

In this Monday Minutes, I discuss ONE simple trick that will allow you to identify sponsors that are likely in a perfect place in their growth trajectory, and who are eager to raise capital from accredited investors.  And the best part…  You can do this in 5-15 minutes from the comfort of your home!  Click below to learn more Resources mentioned in this podcast: 1. Intelligent Investors Real Estat...

Don’t you wish you could be a fly on the wall as a centimillionaire (someone with $100MM+ net worth) creates their investment directive for 2022?  If so, you’re in luck…  Today, we are joined by Richard Wilson, the founder of FamilyOffices.com, a private investor club that caters to investors with a significant net worth. For context, Richard recently closed a deal in which the investor agreed to...

In this Monday Minutes, I reveal my seven-stage process for conducting due diligence from the passive approach to investing. This is NOT your typical "high-level" review. This is the process that I've used to invest in over 35 syndications over the last decade. Even if you ask 2-3 questions about each topic, you'll be ahead of many of the passive investors out there. This MM episode is a summary f...

The world’s most interesting man is back!   That’s right… Doug Casey has returned to discuss his bleak view of the future, and where the opportunity might be created out of those bleak times.  For those of you that don’t know, Doug Casey is well-known author, speaker, investor, and speculator. He has been featured across 100+ mainstream and alternative media sources, and is the author of several b...

In this Monday Minutes, I outline one of the MOST important risks that passive investors never think about when comparing active investments to passive investments.  From my perspective, this is one of the most compelling reasons to be a passive investor.  ❌ It’s not diversification…  ❌ It’s not the lack of time required to be a passive investor…  ❌ It’s not the ability to participate in all st...

As surprising as it might seem…  The world of real estate crowdfunding wasn’t truly invented until 2012/2013.  Sure… “Pooled investments” (syndications) have been around in the US for quite some time, but the ability to combine the online space with the ability to raise capital wasn’t fully “unleashed” until the JOBS Act was ratified.   This Act certainly had a significant impact on the world of c...

In this Monday Minutes, I discuss two lessons I learned from the CEO of Realty Mogul, one of the largest real estate crowdfunding portals in the world.  The first lesson is about YOU…Your journey. Your ability to expedite your growth curve, and refusing to settle for “just ok.”  The second lesson is all about your TEAM.  How can you attract top-tier talent?  How can you retain them?  I’ll discuss...

Like many of you, I’m extremely bullish on the world of private real estate deals.  As people continue to have success investing in the space, it will continue to grow and grow. If this continues, it might be highly favorable for us as early investors. (Yes, we are still VERY early!) If this happens as I think it might, it’ll likely mean more buyers and sellers in the space (more liquidity), lower...

Yes, its’ true…  The Cash Flow Connections Real Estate Podcast hit 1,000,000 downloads! Thank you to all the listeners who supported us on this mission.  In this Monday Minutes, I discuss the 5 lessons learned as we went through this process, as well as a brief mention of some of my favorite guests on the show.  Don’t forget to leave a review so I can ensure the show continues to grow.  Thank you...

In recent days, people in power have discussed proposals as ludicrous as taxing unrealized gains, banning the investments in private placements with tax-advantaged accounts, and implementing a federal 43.4% capital gains tax.  From my perspective, it always feels like these seemingly outlandish proposals are meant to get a pulse on how close the citizenry is to tolerating the new level of taxation...

In this Monday Minutes episode, I provide my perspective on the age-old question… Should you focus on institutional investors, or accredited investors?  We’ve all thought about it!  Wouldn’t it be nice to receive a $10MM check from ONE investor?  Maybe!... But those check sizes usually come with strings, as well as some significant implications about how your lifestyle design.  Click the link in t...

Today, we have another IIREC episode! This session is called Where to Invest Next? Let's Look at the Data Hope you enjoy it!  Hurry! Pick up your tickets to IIREC at www. IIREC2022.com

Anyone interested in protecting and growing your investment portfolio would be wise to pay attention to the ebbs and flows of three significant pillars of the world of finance…  Money Banking Economics  If you are hyper-focused on your specific investment strategy and fail to recognize how money, banking, and economics can impact your investment strategy, you are likely to get blindsided by an eve...

Today, we have another IIREC episode! This session is called Underwriting Apartments Effectively During Economic Uncertainty Hope you enjoy it! Don't forget, these episodes are ONLY available to our podcast subscribers. Click the link in the comments below to access the recordings! Hurry! Pick up your tickets to IIREC at www. IIREC2022.com

In today’s Monday Minutes, I discuss an important update regarding ALL of the recent IRA proposals. Looks like we dodged a bullet…for now! But will this be the last time this topic comes up? Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.    Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principa...

Today, we have another IIREC episode! This session is called Tax Efficient Real Estate Investing Hope you enjoy it!  Hurry! Pick up your tickets to IIREC at www. IIREC2022.com

Today, we have another IIREC episode! This session is called Surviving Chaos - Asset Management in 2021 Hope you enjoy it!  Hurry! Pick up your tickets to IIREC at www. IIREC2022.com

Today, we have another IIREC episode! This session is called The Power of Other People’s Money Hope you enjoy it!  Hurry! Pick up your tickets to IIREC at www. IIREC2022.com