Brian Briscoe

Diary of an Apartment Investor

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New to apartment investing? This podcast shows you exactly how to start—from first deal to raising millions in capital. You’ll hear from people just like you—busy professionals who stopped watching from the sidelines and started closing deals, raising capital, and changing their future. Each week brings: Candid interviews with investors who pushed through fear, doubt, and failure Action-focused episodes with clear strategies to help you move forward A community-first message: you don’t have to do this alone The host has helped hundreds make their first investment—and he can help you, too. Take...

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Brian Briscoe

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ATE-Researching Properties Without Overthinking with Hemal Badiani and Ramil Torres 04.01.2021 42:07

A systematic approach to finding deals that meet your criteria and a three step system for all properties with Hemal Badiani, and aspiring investor Ramil Torres. Originally aired on Jan. 04, 2021 ---- Hemal Badiani Hemal is the founder and managing partner of Exponential Equity. Hemal started his real estate investing career in 2012 and founded Exponential Equity to focus on his passion of helping...

ATE-First Deal Criteria with Mike Morawski and Brandon Rued 01.01.2021 41:41

Some tips on first deal criteria, and why it's so important to have an exit plan when you're buying an apartment complex. Michael Morawski Michael Morawski is a 30 plus year real estate investment veteran. He has controlled over $285,000,000 in real estate transactions. Mike is an entrepreneur, author, real estate trainer, public speaker, and personal coach, with strong personal resili...

MFB - Success through Goal Setting 30.12.2020 11:03

New year, new goals, right? How my goal setting led to successful acquisition of 485 units in 2 years. Interested in investing with Four Oaks Capital? Visit our website at www.fouroakscapital.com Subscribe, rate, and review to ensure the amazing content keeps coming!! Check our new PODCAST website out: www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com Originally aired on Dec. 30, 2020 ---- Your host, Brian Bri...

ATE - Mindset for Success with Mandy McAllister and Morgan Fielder 28.12.2020 45:20

The success mindset for women, how to speak to investors, and getting money off of the sidelines into real estate with Mandy McAllister and Morgan Fielder. Find details about being a guest on the podcast on our website: DiaryofanApartmentInvestor.com ---- Mandy McAllister is a multifamily real estate investor, mindset ninja, eternal learner, coach and connector. She followed volleyball to Mercer U...

MFB - Silver Lining to 2020 23.12.2020 11:36

Turbulent for most - downright nasty for others. What's the silver lining? Interested in investing with Four Oaks Capital? Visit our website at www.fouroakscapital.com Subscribe, rate, and review to ensure the amazing content keeps coming!! Check our new PODCAST website out: www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com Originally aired on Dec. 23, 2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe, is a co-founder...

ATE- The Right Skill Set with Jerome Myers and Andre Jernigan 21.12.2020 53:35

The right time to get a mentor or other formal education in multifamily and skills for success with Jerome Myers and Andre Jernigan. Interested in being on the show? Visit our website at www.fouroakscapital.com/podcast or email me at brianbriscoe@fouroakscapital.com Originally aired on December 21, 2020 ---- Jerome Myers Jerome Myers is the preeminent authority of dream realization. A believer th...

ATE-How to Attract Investors with Keeley Hubbard and Melanie McDaniel 18.12.2020 45:27

Reaching potential investors who do not already run in the real estate circles, raising capital, and what a platform does for you with Keeley Hubbard and Melanie McDaniel. Originally aired on Dec. 18, 2020 ----- Keeley Hubbard Keeley Hubbard is both a multifamily syndicator and investor, as well as a sales coach for business owners and professionals who are looking to breakthrough to the top of th...

MFB - Due Diligence 16.12.2020 20:36

Subscribe, rate, and review to ensure the amazing content keeps coming!! What to do during due diligence and when to start... all answered on today's episode. Check our new website out: www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com Released Dec 16, 2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe, is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Four Oaks Capital. He and his team currently have 250 un...

ATE-Raising Money Before Your First Deal with Charles Seaman and Ramsey Blakenship 14.12.2020 55:39

Diving into the process of gaining investors and raising capital, even when you do not currently have a deal with Charles and aspiring investor Ramsey Also announcing our monthly webinar and networking event - this month, it will be tonight at 7pm EDT. My partner, Eric Shirley, will talk about what it took to acquire an 82-unit apartment building in Clemson, SC. For more information or to regist...

ATE-Using Your Super Power With Erin Hudson and Liliana Delgado 11.12.2020 43:35

Using your own talents in this business and advice on how to link with partners who complement you and share your values with Dr. Erin Hudson and aspiring investor Liliana Delgado Also announcing our monthly webinar and networking event - this month, it will be on Dec 14th at 7pm EDT. My partner, Eric Shirley, will talk about what it took to acquire an 82-unit apartment building in Clemson, SC. ...

MFB - Structuring your Deal 09.12.2020 16:55

Various tools to use when structuring your deal, to include preferred returns, waterfalls, and a GP catch-up. We also review the capital stack, which is also a significant part of structuring the deal. Examples from the podcast: Example 1: The 80/20 split. Let's assume there is $1m in equity and $200k in profits to distribute at sale. The investors share is 80% of $200k which is $160k and...

ATE-How to Structure a Deal with Jorge Abreu and Mo Bina 07.12.2020 37:47

Determining GP and LP splits, estimating capital expenses, and cutting operating expenses with Jorge Abreu and Mo Bina. Also announcing our monthly webinar and networking event - this month, it will be on Dec 14th at 7pm EDT. My partner, Eric Shirley, will talk about what it took to acquire an 82-unit apartment building in Clemson, SC. For more information or to register for the event: www.diary...

ATE-Becoming Part of the Team with Josh Eitingon and Lee Ancona 04.12.2020 38:14

The key to becoming part of a team and attracting experienced partners is revealed in this episode with Josh Eitingon and aspiring investor Lee Ancona. Originally aired on Dec. 04, 2020 Josh Eitingon Josh Eitingon is the co-founder of DXE Properties. DXE Properties is a value-oriented boutique real estate investment firm providing commercial acquisition and asset management services for our clien...

MFB - Becoming a Viable Buyer 01.12.2020 9:10

Important episode here for the aspiring syndicator... before you'll be successful, you need to BECOME a viable buyer. New website: https://www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com - subscribe to the site for the latest updates!!! Link to leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515127029#see-all/reviews Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Original air date 12/1...

ATE-Tips for Your First Deal with Annie Dickerson and Jerilee Lapinid-Garcia 30.11.2020 40:47

Examples of how to adapt and learn from the past, and great advice for having a successful deal with experienced investor Annie and aspiring investor Jerilee. ---- Annie Dickerson Annie is a co-founder and COO at Goodegg Investments, has invested in multifamily real estate since 2008. Her current portfolio spans multiple markets around the country and includes both active and passive investments....

ATE - How you can Trust a Potential Partner with Corey Peterson and Clif Luber 27.11.2020 51:48

Important touch points on how to know if you can trust someone as a partner in business, and how to go about creating a partnership is discussed by Corey Peterson and inspiring investor Clif. www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com Originally aired on November 27, 2020 Corey Peterson As the owner of Kahuna Investments, Corey has managed and acquired over $95 million in real estate across the country. ...

MFB - Strategies for a Passive Investor 25.11.2020 13:23

New website: https://www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.com - subscribe to our site for a free presentation about this episode. Link to leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515127029#see-all/reviews Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Original air date 11/25/2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe , is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Fo...

ATE - Building Your Team with Abel Pacheco and Lee Yoder 20.11.2020 43:41

The professionals that you want on your team and how to find them, find deals, and raise capital is all discussed with Abel and Lee as guests. Originally released on Nov 20, 2020 Abel Pacheco Abel has been investing since 2008, and has invested in 865 doors (465 as passive LP & 400 as an active GP). 20 years of corporate & entrepreneurial experience, a verifiable 10x track record of sales...

MFB - What you should ask a deal sponsor before investing? 18.11.2020 14:47

Thinking about investing in apartments but don't know where to start? Link to leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515127029#see-all/reviews Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Original air date 11/18/2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe , is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Four Oaks Capital. He and his team currently have...

ATE - Finding the Right Market with Ashley Wilson and Megan Greathouse 16.11.2020 49:38

Deciding what factors to focus on when choosing your target markets with experienced investor Ashly Wilson and aspiring investor Megan Greathouse. Released on Nov 16, 2020 Ashley Wilson Ashley Wilson, is the Co-Founder of Bar Down Investments, LLC & HouseItLook, LLC, Best Selling Author of The Only Woman in the Room, Knowledge and Inspiration from 20 Women Real Estate Investors , and an active...

MFB - Overview of a Recent Apartment Deal 14.11.2020 9:11

82-unit apartment community purchased for $3.5M with a $1.2M renovation budget. Link to leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515127029#see-all/reviews Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Original air date 11/4/2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe , is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Four Oaks Capital. He and his team currently h...

ATE - Overcoming Challenges Raising Money with Jack Aduwo and Kailin Wilson 13.11.2020 42:42

Raising money for real estate is an important facet that comes with significant challenges - learn some tips to overcome with Jack and Kailin. Originally aired on November 13, 2020 Jack Aduwo Jack Aduwo is an experienced real estate investor and sponsor with over 1,000 units spanning across four different states (TX, AZ, UT, ID). His investing skills and experience span over 10+ years performing v...

MFB - Onboarding Investors 12.11.2020 13:38

First time raising capital and someone says they're interested. Great!! Now what?? Link to leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1515127029#see-all/reviews Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Original air date 11/11/2020 ---- Your host, Brian Briscoe , is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Four Oaks Capital. He and his team...

ATE- Business Partners and Life Partners with Candace Pilgrim and Julia Zhu 09.11.2020 40:34

Tips for being a part of the real estate investment game while overseas or out of state, as well as balancing a business and personal relationship with a significant other. Released on Monday, November 9, 2020. Candace Pilgrim Candace Pilgrim is the managing partner of Apollo Capital and the co-founder of Multifamily Women’s Mastermind. She holds bachelor’s degrees in both Biochemistry and Microbi...

ATE-First Deal Criteria with Drew Whitson and Joe Balayti 06.11.2020 40:53

What to focus on in finding your first deal, and how to balance investing, a W2 job, and family as told by Drew to inspiring investor Joe. Interested in being on the show? Visit our website at www.fouroakscapital.com/podcast or email me at brianbriscoe@fouroakscapital.com Download our free investing guide at www.fouroakscapital.com Released 11/6/2021 Drew Whitson Drew began his real estate career...