Multifamily Investor Nation

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Mike Novelli, principal of Cypress Brook, to dive into the intricate details of the 293-Unit Ariza Dripping Springs project in Dripping Springs, TX. This ground-up construction project in the heart of the Texas Hill Country faced unique hurdles, including strict environmental regulations and the engineering challenge of a custom, eco-friendl...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment syndicator Shane Thomas , who shares his acquisition of the 290-Unit Avaya Steeplechase in Houston, Texas. He talks about getting this property through a cash-in refinance in 2021, when the interest rates were at an all-time low. Shane looks back on how he utilized a value-add business plan backed by a floating-rate bridge loan to...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Jose Berlanga , who has been building in Houston for decades, about the unique development playbook required for a build-to-rent community in a transitional neighborhood, especially when market conditions force a sudden pivot. Jose details his unexpected journey with the Barbara Rose 12-unit project, explaining how his team manages complex r...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews David Lilley , Multifamily Investor, for a deep dive into the 249-Unit Creekside On Vantage in Dallas, TX. Discover the secrets behind acquiring and successfully managing a major multifamily property in a high-demand market, and learn the key lessons for profitable real estate investing.

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Jacob Winn , an expert apartment syndicator, to discuss his latest successful venture: the 304-unit Carillon Bay acquisition in St. Petersburg, FL. Discover the strategies for successful multifamily real estate investing, the unique characteristics that made Carillon Bay an attractive deal, and the secrets behind syndicating large-scale apar...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com   interviews multifamily expert John Makarewicz about the acquisition of Faris Residences Georgetown, a 66-unit deal in Georgetown, South Carolina. While initially hesitant about the 10,000-person market and the 1970s vintage of the property, John explains how his team saw the potential for a total top-to-bottom transformation. From replacing roof...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com   interviews multifamily syndication expert Caleb Webster about his recent acquisition: The Ranch, a 46-unit apartment complex in Gresham, OR. While Portland, OR is currently ranked 81st out of 82 markets for investor attractiveness, Webster reveals how he successfully closed a pocket listing by identifying a unique "financial value-add" opportuni...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews experienced apartment investor Brian Ferguson of Fergmar Capital about his most challenging acquisition yet: The Post, a 104-unit multifamily real estate property in Victoria, TX. What do you do when a potential deal is facing foreclosure, has collapsing carports, undisclosed fire damage, and a lender breathing down your neck? Dive into this...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily operator Chris Lento as he shares his journey from aerospace engineer to scaling a nearly 1,000-unit portfolio and acquiring a $26M, 126-unit property in Conyers, Georgia. In this episode, Chris breaks down how he found the deal, navigated a competitive process, and secured it at an attractive basis. He also dives into underwriti...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Lane Kawaoka of The Wealth Elevator in this exclusive episode to deep-dive into the full lifecycle of a notable multifamily deal: Courtney Square Apartments, 96 units located in Huntsville, Alabama. Discover the unconventional acquisition strategy that secured this Class B property at a "smoking amazing" price of $50,000 per unit right befor...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Michael Pansolini , who shares about his acquisition of the 18-unit Grand Central Mobile Home Community in Horseheads, New York. He explains how his institutional background and relationship with the local park owners played a role in executing his New York-specific strategy and sourced this off-market deal. Michael also discusses the ingred...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Lisa Moore , a former finance executive turned multifamily investor, about the acquisition of the 18-unit Bernice Apartments in Lansing, a suburb of Chicago. What started as a seemingly turnkey deal quickly revealed unpaid tenants, inaccurate rent rolls, and a complex master lease negotiation. Lisa breaks down how she re-traded the purchase...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Sam Morris of LSCRE about the $44M acquisition of Discovery at West Road, a 280-unit multifamily property in Houston’s Cypress submarket. Sam explains how financial—not physical—distress created the opportunity and why certainty of close mattered more than being the highest bidder. He walks through in-house due diligence, uncovering operatio...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Jon Siegel of RailField about the 288-unit Springfield Apartments in Durham, North Carolina, diving into every step of this multifamily acquisition. Jon shares how he first discovered the property, the twists and timing that led to closing the deal, and the challenges of assuming a Fannie Mae loan. He breaks down the detailed due diligence p...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Caleb Johnson of Red Sea Capital Group to dive deep into a 14-unit studio in Van Buren, a redevelopment in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona and unpack the real-world challenges behind acquiring a bank-owned, 1940s-era property—from navigating hard money lending and skyrocketing rehab costs to pivoting business plans when co-living no longer pen...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Robert Martinez about his acquisition of the 118-Unit Waterchase Apartments in Humble, Texas. Instead of going down the usual investing route, Robert has decided to do a recapitalization and use a five-year floating-rate bridge loan. He breaks down his unique free structure, the attractiveness of long-term ownership, and what it takes to nav...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Nick Stageberg of Black Swan Real Estate , a dynamic real estate private equity firm, as they dive deep into the fascinating world of distressed multifamily acquisition. Stageberg unpacks the complex purchase of Rainbow Plaza Apartments, a 105-unit "Franken building" in Anoka, Minnesota. He reveals the strategy his firm used to navigate buyi...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews Lee Yoder , a seasoned investor and former physical therapist, who shares his incredible journey from clinical director to successful syndicator, navigating the complexities of large-scale real estate. Discover the intricate details of his 414-unit "The Villas" deal spread across Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana, including the challenges of secur...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investor Percy Nikora about his acquisition of the 192-unit Spring Forest in Mebane, North Carolina. He shares insights into the deal-sourcing process, mired with some negotiating challenges with attorneys. Percy also delves into the physical and financial due diligence, as well as how he brought in institutional money to boost r...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment investing expert Karl Krauskopf as he shares the story behind acquiring and repositioning the 20-unit Westwood Townhomes in Wenatchee, Washington. Karl reveals how local expertise and quick action turned a competitive listing into a winning deal, breaking down his three-day path from tour to contract, a $345,000 negotiation win, an...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investor Aaron Fragnito , who talks about his acquisition of the 42-unit Henry Street in Passaic, New Jersey. He breaks down everything they went through in renovating the 90-year-old building, from dealing with plumbing issues to taking care of termite damage. Aaron also shares their challenges in dealing with tenants, how they...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investing expert Ben Michel of Ridgeview Property Group as he recounts his impressive journey from a decade as a broker to a successful multifamily investor. Dive deep into the strategic acquisition and transformative renovation of the 36-unit Sky Hill Apartments in Champlin, MN, a C-building in an A-location. Ben shares invaluab...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment syndication expert Ashley Garner on his acquisition of the 196-unit Brynn Marr Village in Jacksonville, North Carolina. He breaks down his contract structure, finance strategies, and due diligence approach for getting the 1973 vintage property, which he closed in February 2025. Ashley explores the challenges and triumphs of securin...

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews multifamily investing expert Will Matheson , who shares about his acquisition of the 168-unit Chateau Apartments in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He talks about using the state’s tax abatement program to significantly boost net operating income, as well as how he navigates the recent amendments regarding housing finance corporations or HFCs....

Whitney Elkins-Hutten of PassiveInvesting.com interviews apartment investor Mike Preshman , who shares his acquisition of the 24-unit Gilmore Apartments in Jeffrey, New Hampshire in November 2024. He explains his unconventional approach to due diligence and financing, particularly his strategy to raise debt instead of equity. Mike also reveals how he used his local market knowledge to gain a compe...