The Real Estate Syndication Show

Coming out of the foreclosure crisis somewhere in 2008, Jorge Fajardo pivoted and started working towards his law degree and founded Keystone Property Investments. He got so intrigued by how investors could buy property after property and build large portfolios with the tools that he had at his disposal so he decided to make his own real estate investments starting with the joint venture structure...

In this day and time, very few survive without having an online presence. You almost wouldn’t have a business without your own brand. So, for our #TechandTacticsTuesday episode, Raphael Collazo shares with us how he has grown his brand very quickly. One of the key things that have helped him build his brand is publishing his own books. In this episode, he shares with us the process of how to write...

There are myths on commercial real estate investing that hinder some people to kick start their journey in the industry. Today, our guest Mike Sowers of Commercial Investors Group debunks these myths and gives valuable tips for you to succeed in the business. Mike lists three myths that people need to stop believing now: you need to have big corporate connections, you need millions for the down pa...

Underwriting is a crucial part of sealing a real estate syndication deal. That’s why any sponsors or investors need to familiarize themselves with the process. In this highlights episode, we look back on our conversations with Rob Beardsley, co-founder of Lone Star Capital Group, and Anna Myers, COO of GroCapitus. Rob talks about the key fundamentals people need to know about underwriting. He also...

It is definitely okay to change paths whenever you feel you need to. In this episode, learn how a long-time single-family investor, Arn Cenedella, transitioned to multifamily syndication. Arn has over 40 years of experience in the real estate industry and it was during the start of the Covid-19 pandemic when he jumped into the syndication business. Now, 18 months later, Arn shares that he is now o...

Real estate business, just like any business, demands so much effort, time, and focus. At times, it is easy to get lost amid the demands of the industry that you forget about yourself and your well-being as well. In this episode, we speak to real estate entrepreneur, author, and podcast host Terrie Schauer who is based in Montreal, Canada. Terrie says that her experience as a young accidental land...

There are different paths for real estate entrepreneurs. And those who find their way to multifamily syndication for the first time may find it puzzling. In this episode, we speak to Eric Nelson who is on his way to close his first multifamily syndication deal. Eric says syndication is the best wealth builder. He emphasizes the need for first-time syndicators to be patient and take their time. He...

Dave Sherbal is a CPA by background. His experience as an accountant gives him an edge in asset management. A lot of people just look at the financials, but he sees what the vendors are charging and how they’re charging. He sees the efficiencies that property management companies may or may not be doing. He gives us some expert advice on why property owners or operators need asset managers. He des...

Online marketing and lead follow-up and conversion can be very complicated. However, it has been proven to be the most effective and least expensive process to increase your investor flow, especially now that the online community is more active than ever before. Our guest for today will walk us through some Facebook ad techniques that you should know as you’re getting started to run ads to get you...

Scaling and networking are crucial in the growth of any business, especially in real estate syndication. Meantime, it is also the responsibility of every entrepreneur to make sure that they are legally compliant. In this episode, our very own Whitney Sewell shares effective ways on how you can scale and network while being legally compliant. Whitney details the difference between 506(b) and 506(c)...

Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds are the usual financial investments prospects for Individual retirement accounts or IRAs. But, investing it in real estate syndication can also be a good option to diversify your portfolio. It is important to note that the IRA should be self-directed for you to be able to use it for real estate investment. In this Highlights episode, we look back at our conversation...

There are many asset classes where you can invest in real estate. But, if you are looking for an asset class with lesser competition, then you might want to check out land investing. In this episode, we pick the brain of real estate investor Dan Haberkost. Dan gives us nuggets on land and business development business and how he finds this a good investment. Dan also talks about his active and pas...

George Roberts talks about his interesting background as a bio-scientist and then moved on to computer science, then to construction, and then syndication. His love for business has led him down to different paths. Now, he’s doing what he loves most – the real estate business. George had a small beginning, but he has become very successful. In this episode, he’s going to share with us how he did i...

In this episode, we feature the founders of Passivo, Stony Stonebreaker and Lennon Lee. They started as independent real estate investors before they met in 2017 at a CCIM event. This meeting led to a business partnership that is focused on building a community of passive investors, helping and teaching them how to invest wisely and achieve financial freedom. They go into detail as to what kind of...

A lot of people talk about how good and easy it is to invest remotely. But for today’s guest, Greg Scully, being in your market is better. After 40 years in Alaska, Greg and his wife decided to move to Tennessee close to where his investments in real estate are.  One of the benefits of being close to your investments is seeing the opportunities as they come. Asset management is also easier to do a...

To have a smooth and stress-free renovation project, there are important steps that you need to take or consider like identifying and validating your goal, figuring out your budget and creating a scope of work. Our guest this #TechandTacticsTuesday walks us through the process and gives some great tips on what to do in each of these steps and how to work with general contractors. Van Sturgeon is a...

When you are in an event with 200 fellow real estate entrepreneurs, how do you stand out and persuade new investors to trust you and invest in your business? What can you do to catch potential investors’ attention? What are the chances new investors will remember you even after the event? In this episode, Whitney Sewell shares a valuable tip on how you can stand out in a crowd of hundreds of real...

After interviewing thousands of entrepreneurs, one truth is clear: business success means little if it costs your marriage, family, or faith. I'm now hosting the Courageous Men podcast for men who want to lead well at home and at work.  I'm looking for five men to walk closely with who want to lead well at home and work.   Email me at whitney@whitneysewell.com and tell me why you should...

After interviewing thousands of entrepreneurs, one truth is clear: business success means little if it costs your marriage, family, or faith. I'm now hosting the Courageous Men podcast for men who want to lead well at home and at work.  I'm looking for five men to walk closely with who want to lead well at home and work.   Email me at whitney@whitneysewell.com and tell me why you should...

Being a CPA, our guest, Denise Piazza, has gained a lot of exposure to the real estate business. She started investing both actively and passively across multiple asset classes. Then she developed a passion for multifamily space and decided to pursue a more active role as GP. Denise dives into details on four things that have helped accelerate her transition from passive to active. She mentioned t...

A lot of people would think that syndicating small project deals is not worthwhile, but Christ Shepard thinks otherwise. He knows there’s tons of upside on those small deals. For them, the added revenue from property management made a difference.  Chris believes that property management gives you a steady flow of income every month. It may have taken them about four to five years to build up their...

It’s amazing how in real estate, you can create so much value without that much time spent. That is why Adam Gilbert, a civil litigation attorney, quickly found his passion in real estate. For him, there are just so many opportunities to make money while you learn at the same time. One particular niche in real estate that Adam loves doing most is value-add entitlement deals. Few people know about...

Having literally tried every strategy known to the stock world and failed, Denis Shapiro decided to shift gears and design an income fund through real estate syndication. He also blended in a few assets to create a diversified portfolio which included apartment buildings, self-storage, mobile home parks, mortgage notes, and ATM funds. In this episode, Denis will explain the structure of his multi-...

Real estate has opened doors of opportunity to many people. While the path to success may be different for everyone, there are some proven ways to achieve great results fast. In this episode, Whitney Sewell reveals a secret on how to achieve rapid results in the industry. Whitney elaborates how the idea of “show up to give” can benefit you and your business. He also talks about the importance of h...

Are you still contemplating whether to jump in or not in the multifamily syndication business? Or are you new in this business? In this Highlights episode, we look back at our conversations with Brian Murray and Duamel Vellon. These two real estate investors talk about how they were able to seal success in multifamily syndication. Brian shares some tricks on how he made his business work and expla...