Invest Smarter Podcast

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 72:  Persevering in Real Estate as a Vietnamese American with Elsa Nguyen Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Elsa Nguyen Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Elsa Nguyen to discuss:  The entrepreneurial journey as an immigrant  Challenges on the journey of success as an immigrant  Real estate is a team sport  The value and impact of growing your network  Els...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 71: Friday Look Back - 5 Principles You Need to Raise Private Capital Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on: Raising Capital is a skill  What needs to be present in order for you to raise capital? Work on establishing genuine relationships Establish a strong track record for m...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 70: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Taking Action to Achieve Your Goals  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Caleb Johnson Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Caleb Johnson to discuss:  Family Hardships  House Hacking  Setting goals that stretch you, but are still realistic  Taking action  If you’re a passive investor, be okay with walking away from a deal ...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 69: Friday Look Back - Questions Investors Need To Be Asking Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on: Another bank failure in the news  Interest rates are being raised  Number one rule of private equity in raising capital: Never lose the investors money Being properly capitalize...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 68: How to Grow Your Social Media Brand  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Lauren Kempf  Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Lauren Kempf to discuss:  Overcoming the fear of starting your real estate business Imposter Syndrome  The impact of utilizing social media as a real estate investor  The value of community growth  Overcoming age, lack of real estate...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 67: Friday Look Back - Doubt is the Killer of Dreams  Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on: Check out last week’s episode: How Do You Define Success? What are the doubts, insecurities, and fears that keep you from being successful or pursuing success?  There are 3 main causes...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 66: From Japan to Corporate America to Building a Real Estate Portfolio  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Yukiko Nakayama Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Yukiko Nakayama to discuss:  Transitioning to real estate from a corporate career  Overcoming barriers  Hard Money Lender  Investing in Self Storage Diversification Looking to syndicate self storage...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 65: Friday Look Back - How Do You Define Success?  Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on: Going after your dreams and impacting others along the way  Making a difference to the world around you (community, family, friends)  Success can be selfish  Changing your mindset from co...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 64:  Creating The Path To Becoming A Real Estate Syndictor Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Jim Lee Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Jim Lee to discuss:  Building a real estate portfolio  What is multifamily syndication and why should people invest in it?  Achieving your dreams through multifamily investments  Investing in yourself through education  N...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 63: Friday Look Back - Live From the Wealth & Whisky Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Alex Weiche Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo as he interviews Alex Weiche, live at the Wealth and Whiskey Real Estate Meetup, a monthly event that takes place at The Ranger Creek Brewing and Distillery in San Antonio, Texas. This event is intended for individuals...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 62: Building a Vertically Integrated Real Estate Business Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Mark Updegraff Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Mark Updegraff to discuss:  How to know when to pivot in your career Building a business  Finding people that you resonate with and asking questions  Joining a mastermind and expanding your network Scaling your grow...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 61: Friday Look Back - Fear Causes Paralysis  Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  Wednesday April 12th is our next Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up at Ranger Creek Distillery in San Antonio, Texas!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 60:  Powerhouse Couple Overcoming Adversity & Building a Real Estate Portfolio Host: Simon Castillo  Guests: Jacqueline Landry & Melvin Landry Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Melvin & Jacqueline Landry to discuss:  Personal journey of entrepreneurship  Education and proximity are key  The value of alignment and mindset  The strength, e...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 59: Friday Look Back - What Ted Lasso Can Teach Us About Real Estate Investing Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  7 Real Estate Lessons from watching Ted Lasso www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities availa...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 58: Finding Hidden Multifamily Opportunities with Andrea Foley  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Andrea Foley  Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Andrea Foley to discuss:  Buying hotels and converting to multifamily  Solutions for affordable housing  Andrea is the full EOS definition of a visionary, but also enjoys being a leader and integrator. Andrea’s...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 57: Friday Look Back - Should I Be Worried About the Bank Failures? Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  We have investment opportunities open and available NOW!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment opportunities avail...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 56: "We all have a voice that needs to be heard."  Taking it to The Next Level with Adam Carswell  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Adam Carswell Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Adam Carswell to discuss:  Raisemasters;  Raising Capital misconception - “If you find a great deal, the money will follow.” Do you agree?  The value of expanding yo...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 55: Friday Look Back - The Fed Fights Inflation & The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  We have investment opportunities open and available NOW!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investme...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 54:  Learning How To Invest Smarter By Utilizing the 1031 Exchange and Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)  Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Justin Kiehne Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Justin Kiehne to discuss:  Coming to the realization that there are different pathways to growing financial stability aside from exchanging time for dollars  “If you’re op...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 53: Friday Look Back - Take Back Control of Your Retirement Assets with a Self Directed IRA Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  We have investment opportunities open and available NOW!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have invest...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 52: Investment Advice with Yonah Weiss Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Yonah Weiss Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Yonah Weiss to discuss:  Abundance Mindset  Cost Segregation  Bonus Depreciation  Passive Investing  Overcoming limiting beliefs  Stick with your principles  Yonah is a powerhouse with property owners' tax savings. As Business Direc...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 51: Friday Look Back - Be The Lobster Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  Thank you for celebrating 50 episodes with us! We have investment opportunities open and available NOW!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we have investment op...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 50: 50th Episode Celebration Live At The Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up!  Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a special edition of The Invest Smarter Podcast as we celebrate 50 episodes released! Simon is live at the latest Wealth and Whiskey Meet Up where he sits down with several attendees to discuss their individual journeys...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 49: Friday Look Back - 4 Tips to Create Disciplined Habits That Lead to Sustaining the Best Version Of Yourself  Host: Simon Castillo  Producer: April Munson Join our host Simon Castillo for a one on one Friday Look Back where he reflects on:  We have investment opportunities open and available NOW!  www.sastexascapital.com - Sign up for our newsletter to be notifie...

Invest Smarter Podcast  Episode 48: Is Angel Investing Right For You Host: Simon Castillo  Guest: Sebastian Garzon Producer: April Munson Simon Castillo is joined by Sebastian Garzon to discuss:  Angel Investing Identifying your investment thesis  The team makes all the difference when it comes to the experience of the deal  FREE Event: https://lu.ma/diversifyportfolio Diversify Your Portfolio, Ma...