Pillars Of Wealth Creation

What’s holding you back from success? You get a lot of rejection in business (and life). Those who find the greatest success push back on those rejections and continue to forge on. Don’t let the negative influence your day and knock you off of your goals. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and Real Estate. Follow a...

No one wants to go to jail or be slapped with a big fine. Just because everyone else seems to be raising one way, doesn’t mean it’s the right way. Mauricio and Dex hit on some of the risks involved in raising money and how you can protect yourself as an investor and syndicator. Book: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell 3 Pillars 1. Vision 2. Plan to execute by creating value 3. Leverage others Mauri...

Surrounding yourself with successful people who are where you want to go is one of the best ways to become successful yourself. As the saying goes, “Your network is your net worth.” In this episode, Dex dives into how to find mentors (paid and not paid) and what you need to do to maximize the value of your mentors. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freed...

Flipping apartment buildings has become all the rage over the past 10 years, and although it’s a viable option that can produce positive outcomes, the tried and true long-term hold is typically the better option. Join Arn and Dex as they discuss strategies that will help set you up for a legacy-building investing strategy. Book: The Power of Now by Ekhart Toll 3 Pillars 1. Live below your means 2....

Last month, the SEC filed a complaint against Todd Burkhalter and Drive Planning for taking investor money and spending it on marketing, a yacht, jewelry, expensive clothes, private jets, vacations, a ranch, and luxury handbags. That’s disgusting, but what can you do to protect yourself? 1. Vet the sponsor in detail. 2. Don’t base your decision on return projections. High returns and short timelin...

Palmy and Nancy hit on Leveraging technology, using education, and being creative to find new investors for your investments. From the fashion business to real estate, we cover what works and what doesn’t. Book: Never Split the Difference 3 Pillars 1. Active Income 2. Passive income 3. Legacy building Palmy and Nancy Kitti are apartment syndicators, entrepreneurs, and educators with big dreams and...

What’s new in today’s apartment investing world? Heidi and Dex dive into market data in the twin cities and what has been happening. Heidi also dives into what is driving buyers and sellers in today’s market. Since 2019, Heidi has been an integral part of Michel Commercial Real Estate, which is a trusted multifamily brokerage in the Twin Cities. Michel Commerical has a strong reputation for extens...

Join us as we explore some of the most common mistakes in syndication deals and how to avoid them. Aleksey Chernobelskiy shares valuable lessons on navigating limited-parter investing pitfalls, helping you make more informed investment decisions. We also discuss essential questions LPs should ask their General Partners (GPs) to ensure transparency and alignment in their investment strategies. Pill...

Throughout Dex’s 16 years as a real estate investor, he has made countless mistakes and has observed others do the same. Out of those mistakes, there are 6 that stick out as the most commonly made mistakes. Learning from others won’t keep you from making your own mistakes, but could keep you from making a critical mistake that will lose your money. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we t...

Don’t just look at the returns; understand what you are investing in. Jeff and Dex discuss the need to understand the metrics and KPIs of each investment, the importance of diving into the team, and truly understanding what an investment opportunity is made of. Your own due diligence is just as important as the sponsor's due diligence. 3 Pillars: 1. Putting your money to work 2. Consistency 3. Due...

Effective communication is the key to successful and long-term business growth. It’s something that Dex struggled with for over a decade and still struggles with to this day. It’s easy to assume people have the information they need, but if you’re not clear, consistent, and concise, you’re only going to disappoint. Communication is telling or writing information clearly, asking good and detailed q...

Understanding why you want to build wealth, allows you to create a business that fits around your life and desired outcomes. Melanie and Dex discuss creating trust, building relationships, and being authentic. 3 Pillars: 1. Time Freedom 2. Community 3. Love of all things Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle As a Manager of Freestyle Fund, Melanie oversees a customizable fund offering a diversif...

It’s not as simple as just looking at the numbers when deciding how much a property is worth. You really need to dig into the comps, cap rates, building conditions, and so much more. Matt and Dex dive into what they look for in a deal and what they’re seeing in today's market. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special focus on business and...

Selling is the foundation for success in everything you do in life. Ron Koenigsberg and Dex discuss the importance of selling and communication. In 2019 20% of the US filed 1099’s (self employed) and by 2027 we will see 50% of the US file 1099’s. We are in an age of communication and those who learn how to actively listen, negotiate and communicate will come out on top. Ron gives us his 4 keys to...

Growing your wealth is a journey. It’s not easy, but with the right steps and continual effort, we believe nearly everyone can become wealthy. Getting rich takes time. It doesn’t happen overnight and requires the right mindset to grow and keep your riches. Be patient and don’t swing for the fences. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building financial freedom with a special...

The name of the game is tenacity. Trixy started like many business owners - in a small office with a vision and a will to succeed. Trixy and Dex discuss how mindset plays a crucial role in success, and what it takes to keep your drive going, especially after setbacks and successes. 3 Pillars 1. Invest in You 2. Tenacity 3. Transparency Book: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Trixy is a dyna...

It’s the ultimate investment strategy to buy, renovate and refinance. Dex and Drew Whitson discuss doing just that with a 224-unit apartment building they purchased with their investors in 2019. They hit on their buying strategy, renovation plan, financing strategies, finding the deal, and the bumps encountered along the way. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about building fina...

Our guest Colton Pace, took the lessons he learned working for billionaires and turned them into a thriving business Ownwell. Colton discussed the challenges of founding a start-up and the keys to his success. Book: Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler 3 Pillars 1. Surround yourself with people smarter than you 2. Taking big enough risks 3. Keep le...

We keep seeing the headlines that commercial real estate is going to crash. Fact or Fear-Mongering? We all know that the media loves doom and gloom - fear sells! The market has already dropped 20-25%, but many are waiting for a bigger crash. Here is what Dex is seeing: 1. Competition: Despite the negative predictions, competition in the commercial real estate market remains stronger than ever 2. M...

Kelly Resendez is a renowned author, speaker, and business executive at GoodLeap. Kelly delves into the crucial topics of self-sabotage, the rise of female leaders, the power of taking responsibility, and the importance of thinking differently from the masses. Her insights are invaluable for anyone striving to achieve personal and financial success. Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle & The Un...

How are you utilizing debt in your real estate business? Leverage is a powerful tool that can be used in real estate, but not all debt products are the same. Matt Brawner and Dex discuss the different debt products they have used, along with the pros and cons. Choose the right debt for your strategy and you’re in business, choose the wrong debt and you could be in trouble. Welcome to Pillars of We...

Phil Moeller dives into discovering what your impact strategy is and the importance of how you are going to have a positive impact on your residents, community, and investors. Phil covers his top 3 takeaways from corporate America. 1. Always build a brand 2. You don't need a title to be a leader 3. have an impact strategy Pillars: 1. Purpose 2. Education 3. Association 4. Courageous action 5. Bein...

Recently Dex was at a real estate event and talked with a group of experienced owners that have owned real estate for 30 to 50 years. These owners mentioned that they see a lot of groups come and go, but the people that stick around are the ones that are buy-and-hold investors and look at real estate as a long-term play. They all mentioned that using highly leveraged short-term bridge debt was the...

We sit down with Ben Michel, the founder of Ridgeview Property Group. Ben shares his journey from working as a real estate broker to becoming a successful real estate investor. He provides valuable insights on finding motivated sellers, making the transition from brokerage to investment, and how his brokerage experience has given him an edge as an apartment owner. 3 Pillars 1. Persistence 2. Compo...

Fund of Funds has been a popular buzz over the past few years. Todd dives into the fund-of-funds model and how you can remain in compliance. The most important things are to protect your investor's capital and to stay out of jail. Todd’s advice is what he has learned over the years. Always consult with your attorney for legal advice. Welcome to Pillars of Wealth Creation, where we talk about build...