The Real Grind Show

Most of us follow a set path: school, a steady job, and long-awaited retirement at 65. But for Adam Roberts and Emily Cortright, a single eye-opening evening changed everything, diverting them onto a road less traveled, filled with the exciting prospects of real estate investing. Just like discovering the rich flavors of specialty gourmet coffee, once they experienced the vast opportunities within...

For years, Kerry and Bonnie Staples leaned into the security of their jobs, trusting in the loyalty of their employers. Yet, after 18 dedicated years, they discovered that corporate loyalty can be fleeting when faced with an unexpected layoff. This realization pushed them out of their comfort zones and led them to reevaluate their investment strategies. Having already dabbled in single-family real...

Andre Minetto, a seasoned data analyst who’s now mastering the art of real estate investing, squares off with Neander in a heated debate about martial arts - could a rear naked chokehold be on the horizon? While the two might spar over combat styles, they unite on the powerful potential of multifamily investing. Although Andre’s day job revolves around navigating the complexities of data, his inve...

In this week's episode of The Real Grind, we bring you an insightful conversation with a true industry titan, Iven Vian. As the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Anthem Capital, Iven has built an impressive legacy in the real estate domain, overseeing a substantial portfolio of over $300 million in assets. Iven's journey is one that reflects his unwavering commitment to excellence. Having...

This week, The Real Grind takes a bite out of the Big Apple as Neander explores New York City with his family. So who better to accompany him on the show than his cherished wife and business partner, Delia Kong Lima? Delia, the co-founder of Multifamily Empire, brilliantly transformed her "overachiever" reputation into a tool for success. Together, they've masterfully built their businesses from t...

The Real Grind just hit the six-month mark last week, and what a journey it's been! We are so proud and thankful for all of our incredible guests who have come to the studio and shared insights, stories, and inspiration with our viewers. In honor of this milestone, we’re mixing it up this week and throwing it back to some of our favorite moments on The Real Grind so far! Neander and Italo kick thi...

Matthew Roth, a finance graduate from Florida State University, didn't waste any time jumping into the commercial real estate scene. Spotting opportunity in Dallas, he started making waves with a small brokerage firm in Frisco, Texas. Soon, he shifted his focus to the multifamily sector, joining the reputable Fluellen-Hoover Multifamily Group of Marcus & Millichap. Today, with over $250 millio...

In this episode, we feature Alex Alexander, a savvy Investment Specialist with an exceptional ability to spot undervalued niche markets. He has masterfully leveraged his expertise in Fintech and Property Management Technology to manage 50 income-generating properties in Hawaii, providing a substantial passive income. In addition to his investment success, he's the host of The High Performer’s Podc...

Dr. Jaime Gonzalez and Dr. Hoa Nguyen are sophisticated and accredited real estate investors with a passion for multifamily properties. Together, they have built an impressive portfolio of over 7300+ apartment units valued at over $580M. Their success in multifamily comes in addition to owning thriving, multimillion-dollar eye care practices. They are the ultimate power couple whose accolades coul...

This week, we’re mixing things up and turning the spotlight inward as we discover the intriguing story of the man behind Coffee Time . While you may know Italo as our talented in-house barista, he also holds a vital role as the Head of Investor Relations at Multifamily Empire. His contribution is instrumental in driving the company's success. While most of us see Italo as a social butterfly, he wa...

Get ready for an extraordinary episode of The Real Grind Show as the legendary Jimmy Edwards joins the crew this week! With over 17 years of experience in real estate negotiations , Jimmy began his career in high-end condo sales before shifting his focus to helping distressed homeowners as a licensed mortgage loan officer. Then, recognizing the opportunity in the market, Jimmy started accumulating...

Prepare for an electrifying episode as we welcome Scott Horne, a highly experienced attorney with over 30 years of practice specializing in real estate law as a Title Company Fee Attorney at Horne and Associates, P.C. With a focus on providing quality service, he has closed thousands of transactions, offering expertise in various types of real estate acquisitions and investments. Through his exten...

This week’s guest, Eddie Speed, has been in the real estate business since before Neander was even born! He has vast expertise as a deal architect and endless insights into the niche of note buying. In 2003, he founded NoteSchool, a renowned real estate coaching program that equips students with the knowledge of how to trade performing and non-performing notes. He takes pride in empowering investo...

This week we welcome Mo Hashem to the show! Mo is a real estate guru with his hand in nearly every corner of the industry. First, he revolutionized property ownership through his company Flat Fee Landlord, a management firm that gives over 2,000 investors a hassle-free landlord experience. The visionary entrepreneur then established HASHEM REALTY and Hazel Equity, empowering everyday investors wit...

This week Neander sat down with Jorge Abreu, an absolute Pro in the Multifamily investing world to learn how he managed to scale his business to be extremely successful! CONNECT WITH JORGE: https://www.instagram.com/jorgemultifamily Learn more coffee and real estate tips and tricks here!►►https://multifamilyempire.com/therealgrind Subscribe On YouTube!►►https://tinyurl.com/ms32pkn7 Learn what it t...

Join us this week as we explore the fascinating story of Ryan Wehner, who comes from a long line of entrepreneurs. In fact, his dad taught him about leverage when he was just six years old! So it's no surprise that he started and grew a successful multifamily company, Wehner Multifamily, which he then sold to a private equity firm. Now, he continues on his legacy as President and Managing Member o...

Today's episode of The Real Grind, Neander sits down with John Jackson, The King of Lease Options, to learn how he made big profits in real estate without wholesaling, landlording or flipping! CONNECT WITH JOHN: https://www.thedreampartners.com Coffee Bio: CERRO DATANLÍ Blueprint - St. Louis, MO Light-roasted yet plenty sweet, this Nicaraguan coffee has us tasting freshly toasted walnuts, rich bro...

As a special Mother's Day episode, Neander had the pleasure to have his American Mom, Peggy Goodwin share her amazing family story, along with the incredible story of her Father, one of the founders of @dairyqueen and inventor of the Blizzard machine! CONNECT WITH PEGGY: https://www.instagram.com/pgoo1 Coffee BIO: ARAB Blackarab Cafés Especiais This bag of coffee have an interesting story behind i...

This special episode of The Real Grind is a never before seen pilot for the entire show! Neander interviews his business partner and wife, Delia Lima and they discuss how The Real Grind is the perfect marriage between Real Estate and Coffee, and they talk about what being married to your business partner is like! COFFEE BIO: Name: Will Coffee – Caracu Region: Minas Gerais, Brazil Type: Arábica Not...

This week Neander sits down with Al Silva in order to get a glimpse into what the industry looks like through the eyes of a multifamily broker. Al holds the title of Senior Managing Director Investments at Marcus & Millichap. He founded and directs the Silva Braly Multifamily Team and has received countless awards for his outstanding sales achievements. With over $2.8 Billion in sales under hi...

While on our Real Grind road trip in Austin, Texas we sat down with Liz Guenthner & Barbie Bowen cofounders of BE Property Investors, to learn how they have invested in 700 doors by investing smart, not small! CONNECT WITH LIZ & BARBIE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbie-b-9860633a https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-guenthner-609ba561 GET THE HARDWORKING HONEY BEE HERE: https://www.amazon.com...

The Real Grind is on a road trip! We traveled to Austin, Texas to meet some extremely influential people and this episode we sat down with Fernando Marri, owner of the TV famous Boteco Food Truck and amazing musician! CONNECT WITH FERNANDO MARRI: https://linktr.ee/fernandomarri https://www.botecoatx.com Learn more coffee and real estate tips and tricks here!►►https://multifamilyempire.com/therealg...

Meet Dante Andrade, a successful real estate investor and operator who has been making waves in the industry since 2011 after becoming frustrated with traditional investments and wanting to create passive income. Starting by managing his own single-family portfolio, he eventually transitioned to owning large multifamily assets and eventually founding Touro Company. In addition to running his own c...

Shania Moore now has more Instagram followers than the population of the town she grew up in - and she built that following in a matter of months! Coming from humble beginnings in Iowa, she found her way into multifamily investing in Dallas, Texas. With the help of a mentor and a shift in mindset, she blew her initial goals out of the water and has now invested passively in 168 units. Her main goa...

This week on The Real Grind, we have our first guest from the lending side of the industry - Paul Peebles. Paul, the National Underwriter at Old Capital, underwrites and structures transactions handled by the company through an array of sources, including conduits, banks, life companies, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HUD, and private money lenders. His extensive knowledge and strong connections help hi...