Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

Whether you watch the news on television or read it in a paper, there is a good chance you are left with some questions. When the news is full of talk about the dollar collapsing and not remaining the world reserve currency, many people wonder what that means for them. That question often remains unanswered, which is why we are going to discuss these topics today in order to find the much needed a...

When you make your first investment you can go through a myriad of emotions. The excitement, nervousness, and anticipation may seem overwhelming at times. As you become more prepared and knowledgeable about investing, your anxieties will diminish. Today our guest is one who has gone through many transitions as an investor. His story and background could perhaps be one you can relate to, and will p...

Learning from other individuals and their successes can be extremely beneficial to you when it comes to investing and your personal life. Today we will be talking about the technical aspect of real estate investing as well as our guest and his achievements. He has built a significant and recognizable brand which has allowed him to make remarkable moves in the industry over a short period of time....

When it comes to investing in real estate, you may find it hard to determine where your money should go. There are duplexes, fourplexes, small apartment complexes, and even large ones that contain over 100 units. How do you decide where to invest? Today we will talk with a syndicator who has been involved in a variety of different transaction sizes from triplexes to sizable apartment complexes. Ou...

Most individual accredited investors do not typically use the key strategies that the ultra-wealthy utilize. This is because they do not consider these strategies as options because they are not aware of their existence. Learning about these strategies and how to use them can be extremely beneficial to the investor and their outcome. Our topic for today is how to build legacy wealth through the st...

Today's episode is going to be a bit unique, due to the fact I am going to be the host and the guest. There are two major announcements that I want to discuss in this episode that I find important. One of which is a review of Freedom Fest and the experience I had while there. The other is a review of "The Housing Bubble" which is a newly released documentary available on Amazon. Although this stra...

Online shopping has been a blessing for some, and a nightmare for many others. E-Commerce stores have been putting pressure on many retail tenants, especially those who only offer physical products. However, despite all of the negativity, this can create a very unique investment opportunity. In order to take advantage of this opportunity, it is important to talk to an expert in the sector to discu...

One investment vehicle that is not often thought of but good to utilize is debt. Hard money loans are a great way to invest in debt since they provide the ability to get reliable, passive income while protecting the investor from equity risk. If done correctly, it can be very successful. Sometimes mistakes are made though, and investors will really suffer the consequences. Today we are going to ta...

The moment you decide to invest, the next question becomes "Where do I put my money?" There are many different asset classes to choose from, even in the real estate sector. One of which is self-storage which is my favorite but has not been discussed in much detail. There have been significant changes in the industry that have raised questions, primarily concerning rising interest rates. Therefore,...

No matter how much of an expert you may be, there will always be at least one thing you don't know or fully understand. One strategy that I am sure many people are still learning is called the Infinite Banking Concept. There has been a guest on the show that has discussed it before, but even I couldn't fully wrap my head around it.    Today our guest is Robert Murphy who obtained a Ph. D in econom...

Investing can be both scary and exciting. Investment opportunities each come with their own risk level and can be successful or a flop. Going for a risky investment may not always be the best choice and may not pay out how you would like. Today we will talk about speculating versus investing and how different investments can have drastically different results.    Today our guest is Paul Moore who...

Competition is one aspect in life that will never go away, whether that be in sports or real estate. Learning how to overcome that obstacle and come out ahead can mean the difference between success and failure. Today we will talk about how Grant Cardone plays real-life Monopoly, controls time, and dominates the competition. Today our guest is Grant Cardone who is a bestselling author of The 10X R...

Balancing work and life can be complicated and you may not know where to start. Having a routine that works for you is step one and is important because it reduces stress while creating good habits. Today we will talk about how to create your morning routine, balance work and life, and reverse engineer your goals. In doing so, you will construct healthy habits that will contribute to your success....

Getting an investor's attention may come naturally to you but keeping it is essential. Within the first thirty seconds of conversation, you can make errors that completely dissuade your potential investor from actually investing. Today we will talk about how to get investors' attention, how to keep it, and pitch anything. Learning how to effectively communicate is the first step in obtaining new i...

Due diligence is a topic that is covered frequently in the investment community, but it is one that continues to be important. Today we are talking about Key Concepts from 'The Due Diligence Handbook for Commercial Real Estate'. We are also lucky enough to be joined by the author of the book who will share his insights and his current investment strategy. Our guest for today is Brian Hennessey who...

Today we are going to talk about supercharging self-directed retirement accounts, which is one of our favorite CFC podcast episodes. As many of you know, I am huge proponent of self-directed retirement accounts, which are essentially retirement accounts which allow you to invest in anything, including private equity real estate while maintaining the tax advantaged status. Even though they have bee...

Since the jobs act of 2012, there have been many changes to securities laws. One of these changes has resulted in companies being able to raise capital through non accredited investors without going through the entire IPO process. The rule is called Reg A+ and although it is relatively new to the real estate sector many companies are utilizing it.    Our guest for today is Eddie Lorin who has succ...

There is a vast variety of real estate investment strategies out there and with that comes many ways to understand them. You can focus on real estate at a high level at college, you can work for a large firm with thousands of employees, or you can work at a small firm that is more flexible.    Our guest for today is Sayrge Braccio who has excelled at several different firms of various sizes. He al...

The most fundamental stage of any real estate is one that hasn't been covered in great detail on the program yet. It is Ground Up Development and it is not nearly as simple as buying a cash flowing asset. There are many things that can go wrong with development due to the many moving parts that it consists of. The returns can make up for the additional risk if the market dynamics are favorable and...

Many entrepreneurs face the challenge of wanting to take their business to the next level but are unsure of which avenues to take to do so. Finding a partner, which duties should be outsourced, and how much to spend on those duties are all things that can be seriously difficult to answer and carry out. Knowing how to achieve all of these things can cause a business to grow exponentially.    Luckil...

Maintaining wealth is not as simple as it may appear to some. As the saying goes, "it isn't what you make, it's what you keep." A key element in creating wealth is asset protection. Keeping your assets safe from lawsuits, divorces, and creditors can mean the difference between maintaining your wealth or losing it.    Our guest for today is Brian Chou who is an associate attorney at the firm of Bar...

When talking about real estate, negotiation is an immense factor that is often overlooked by investors. The ability to negotiate profitably while helping your counterpart feel comfortable and serene can change the future outcomes of many different situations that may occur.   Our guest for today is Chris Voss, who comes from a unique background where he worked as an FBI hostage negotiator. Chris h...

Most people know that market analysis, due diligence, and underwriting are all necessary skills to be successful in real estate. However, one of the most important skills of investing in real estate is often overlooked by real estate education professionals. I'm referring to the ability to understand money in a way that allows you to see the big picture, plan for the future, and execute on that pl...

Our guest today Ali Wolf who is the Director of Economic Research for Meyers Research. Most of her work focuses on recessions, their leading indicators, and their implications. Ali conducts this research in order to advise real estate investors, builders, and real estate-focused hedge funds. We don’t waste any time jumping into some of the details in terms of what she is seeing from the recent dat...

Despite the recent run-up in prices across virtually real estate asset class type, Mark Podolsky, our guest today, has been able to identify, source, and close hundreds of purchases which are less than 65% below market value. How? By investing in one of the most fragmented asset types in real estate: raw land. You will be surprised at how simple yet lucrative Mark's business has been over the last...