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Jake & Gino: Real Estate Investing & Multifamily
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Real estate investing, multifamily, and apartment investing—where real estate meets real business ownership. Hosted by investor-entrepreneurs Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro, the show goes beyond buying apartments to teach you how to build a durable, well-run real estate business. Each episode blends deal analysis, market insights, leadership lessons, and hard-earned operating experience from owning and managing thousands of units. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling a portfolio, Jake & Gino deliver practical education, honest conversations, and proven frameworks to help you grow cash flow, build systems, and create long-term wealth—without losing sight of family, values, and purpose.
Also included under The Jake & Gino umbrella:
How To: From real estate underwriting and asset management to organizational structure and owner mindset, How To delivers clear frameworks and actionable guidance for investors who want to build and operate a real estate business with clarity, discipline, and control.
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The Real Reason Your Business Can't Scale
2d ago00:57:38Tap to summarizeMost entrepreneurs don't have a revenue problem—they have a delegation problem. In this episode,, entrepreneur and business coach Justin Lund explains why so many founders become prisoners in the businesses they worked so hard to build. The same hustle that helped you get started can become the very thing preventing you from reaching the next level. Justin shares the concept of the "Delegation Priority Pyramid," a practical framework designed to help business owners reclaim their time, build systems, and create a company that doesn't depend entirely on them. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, burned out, unable to take a vacation, or convinced that "nobody can do it as well as I can," this conversation is for you. 🔹 About Justin Lund: Justin Lund is a serial entrepreneur who has built, exited, and rebuilt multiple companies. After hard lessons in business, he now helps founders avoid burnout by stepping out of daily operations and building systems that replace them—teaching practical strategies from experience so entrepreneurs can scale without getting trapped in their own businesses. In this video, you'll learn: • Why hustle alone eventually stops working • The difference between growth and true scaling • How to identify the tasks you should delegate first • Why founders struggle to let go • The hidden cost of doing everything yourself • How AI and simple systems can create immediate wins • The mindset shift required to build a founder-independent business Whether you're a contractor, agency owner, real estate investor, or small business entrepreneur, these lessons can help you work smarter, regain your freedom, and build a business that supports your life instead of consuming it. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎯 Sponsored by Wheelbarrow Profits Want to learn how to build long-term wealth through multifamily real estate investing? Check out Wheelbarrow Profits for educational resources, events, coaching, and proven strategies from Jake & Gino. 👉 https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Justin Lund 01:45 – Justin's journey from sales to entrepreneurship 02:43 – Addiction, recovery, and building a business from scratch 04:24 – What marketing really is (and why it's not sales) 05:35 – Walking away from business and living off the grid 06:16 – The tax crisis that changed everything 08:23 – Rebuilding after survival mode 09:42 – The costly mistakes founders make when scaling 12:40 – The shift from hustle to delegation 13:18 – The Delegation Priority Pyramid explained 17:08 – Why founders hire the wrong people first 18:09 – "Nobody can do it as well as I can" mindset 20:18 – Scale vs. growth: what's the difference? 25:37 – Building a business that's founder-independent 26:38 – How AI is transforming small businesses 27:45 – The Tripod Method for creating SOPs 29:01 – Delegating meal prep and everyday decisions 32:59 – The mindset blocks holding entrepreneurs back 33:29 – How Justin coaches resistant founders 36:41 – Real-life leadership challenges in business 41:21 – Solving team bottlenecks and limiting beliefs 47:45 – Expanding into new opportunities vs. staying in your lane 53:27 – The warning signs of founder burnout 56:11 – How to connect with Justin Lund 56:43 – Key takeaways and final thoughts We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Stop Chasing Units: Scale Before You Grow
4d ago00:21:44Tap to summarizeMany investors focus on one thing: getting more units. But what if growing your portfolio is actually creating more problems? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down one of the most important distinctions every real estate investor and entrepreneur needs to understand: the difference between growing and scaling. Growth often means increasing revenue by adding more resources, more expenses, and more complexity. Scaling, on the other hand, is about creating systems, improving efficiency, increasing profitability, and building a business that can expand without demanding more of your time. If you're chasing bigger numbers without knowing your profit margins, occupancy rates, delinquency metrics, or operational KPIs, this conversation is a must-watch. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ The difference between growing and scaling a real estate business ✅ Why "Revenue is vanity, profit margin is sanity, and cash is king" ✅ How to measure Profit Per Unit (PPU) ✅ The systems every multifamily investor should implement ✅ Why operations determine long-term success ✅ The importance of SOPs, KPIs, and customer retention ✅ When to pause acquisitions and focus on infrastructure ✅ How Jake & Gino scaled from zero to over 1,900 units Whether you're managing your first rental property or operating a large multifamily portfolio, these principles can help you build a stronger, more profitable business. Key Takeaway: Don't grow faster than your systems can support. Build the foundation first. Strengthen your operations, improve cash flow, create leverage, and then pursue expansion with confidence. You want to know more about Multifamily? Go to https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Why New York’s Housing Crisis Is Worse Than You Think
1w ago01:04:21Tap to summarizeWe're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The 5 Stages of Building Wealth
2w ago00:21:38Tap to summarizeWhat if building wealth was exactly like building a house? In this episode of The How To Show, Gino Barbaro breaks down the five stages of building a financial house and explains why most people fail to create lasting wealth. Many people jump straight into investing, crypto, real estate, or business opportunities without first building a strong financial foundation. The result? Their financial house eventually crumbles. Using a simple yet powerful framework, Gino explains how true wealth is created through a step-by-step process that prioritizes stability, education, protection, cash flow, and legacy. Whether you're just beginning your financial journey or looking to strengthen your existing strategy, this episode provides a roadmap for building wealth that lasts. What You'll Learn • The difference between being rich and being wealthy • Why financial foundations matter more than investments • How to build financial stability before taking risks • The role of cash flow, investing, and asset protection • How to create long-term and generational wealth • The 5 stages of building a financial house Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: Rich vs Wealthy 01:30 Why Most People Build Wealth Wrong 04:20 Stage 1: Financial Foundation 10:05 Stage 2: Building Your Financial Framework 16:15 Stage 3: Protecting Your Wealth 19:20 Stage 4: Creating Cash Flow & Assets 26:50 The Maserati Mike Story 30:15 Stage 5: Legacy & Estate Planning 35:00 Financial House Assessment Exercise 39:15 Identify Your Weakest Wealth Stage 41:30 Wealth Building Action Steps 44:15 How to Build Generational Wealth 46:00 Final Takeaways & Closing Thoughts What to lear more about multifamily? Go to: https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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From IT Professional to $250M Real Estate Portfolio
2w ago00:43:47Tap to summarizeLooking to escape the 9-to-5 grind and build true wealth? In this episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, we sit down with Jens Nielsen, who immigrated from Denmark in 1996 and successfully transitioned from a 25+ year IT career to full-time real estate investing and high-performance coaching. Today, Jens is a direct owner or General Partner in over 2,000+ apartment units and 100,000+ square feet of industrial assets valued at over $250M. Discover how Jens started with a single $117,000 fourplex in Albuquerque, ran out of his own money, and used creative financing, joint ventures, and syndication to scale a massive commercial real estate portfolio. He also breaks down his recent pivot into industrial real estate, explaining the massive benefits of Triple Net (NNN) leases and small-bay flex spaces. As a Certified High Performance Coach, Jens also dives deep into the 5 pillars of success (Clarity, Energy, Courage, Productivity, and Influence) and shares how a near-fatal mountain bike crash completely shifted his perspective on taking immediate action in life. If you want to decouple your time from your income, master your entrepreneurial mindset, and learn how to navigate today's shifting real estate market, this episode is a must-watch! 👤 Connect with Our Guest, Jens Nielsen: Website: http://jensnielsen.us/ This episode was brought by Wheel Barrow Profits visit https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ Video Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction & Meeting Jens Nielsen 01:02 - Why Jens Left a 25-Year IT Career for Real Estate 02:28 - Immigrating from Denmark to the US in 1996 04:26 - How Real Estate Popped Up on the Radar 05:31 - The Book That Changed Everything (Brandon Turner) 06:22 - The First Deal: A $117K Fourplex in Albuquerque 07:01 - Running Out of Money & The Inflection Point 08:05 - Discovering Creative Financing, JVs, and Syndication 09:45 - Navigating the Stagnant Multifamily Market & Pivoting 11:58 - Diving into Industrial Real Estate & Triple Net (NNN) Leases 13:09 - Buy-Right Criteria for Industrial Flex Space 14:30 - Understanding Commercial Lease Expenses & Risk Mitigation 19:15 - Transitioning into High Performance Coaching 21:58 - The 5 Pillars of High Performance Coaching Explained 24:30 - Overcoming the "Pedestal Syndrome" and Imposter Syndrome 26:30 - The Near-Fatal Mountain Bike Crash That Shifted Everything 32:41 - The Ultimate Debate: Happiness vs. Optimism vs. Gratitude 40:55 - How to Connect with Jens Nielsen 41:32 - Gino’s Episode Recap & Final Thoughts We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How to Build Wealth Using The Richest Man in Babylon's 7 Timeless Rules
3w ago00:26:13Tap to summarizeWhat if the blueprint for building wealth hasn't changed in over 5,000 years? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the timeless principles from one of the most influential personal finance books ever written: The Richest Man in Babylon. While most people believe wealth creation is complicated, involving stock picking, market timing, economic cycles, and advanced investing strategies, the truth is much simpler. The foundation of wealth starts with habits. In this episode, Gino walks through the famous "Seven Cures for a Lean Purse" and explains how they apply to modern investing, entrepreneurship, real estate, financial planning, retirement, and creating long-term generational wealth. Whether you're just beginning your financial journey or looking to strengthen your wealth-building foundation, this episode provides timeless principles that still work today. Timestamps 00:00 – The Wealth Blueprint That Has Worked for 5,000 Years 01:28 – The First Cure: Pay Yourself First 05:54 – The Second Cure: Control Your Spending 07:40 – The Third Cure: Make Your Money Multiply 10:33 – The Fourth Cure: Protect Your Wealth 12:23 – The Fifth Cure: Make Your Home a Profitable Investment 16:06 – The Sixth Cure: Ensure Future Income 17:40 – The Seventh Cure: Increase Your Ability to Earn 19:17 – Practical Wealth-Building Exercises 20:00 – Create a Budget and Track Your Spending 22:30 – Finding the Right Investment Vehicle 24:12 – Avoiding Lifestyle Inflation 26:10 – Open Your First Investment Account 28:00 – Why Financial Education Matters 29:05 – The Importance of Tracking Net Worth 30:05 – Final Thoughts on The Richest Man in Babylon This episode is brought to you by Wheelbarrow Profits. Want to learn how successful investors create passive income, build financial freedom, and scale their wealth through multifamily real estate? Visit Wheelbarrow Profits to access educational resources, training, coaching, and tools designed to help investors take control of their financial future. We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Real Estate Investing Demystified | August Biniaz on Wealth, Deals & Growth
3w ago00:55:46Tap to summarizeAugust Biniaz is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of CPI Capital, where he leads acquisitions, investment strategy, and asset management. With more than 15 years of experience in real estate, he has helped close over $225M in multifamily and build-to-rent assets. In this episode, August joins Jake and Gino to discuss multifamily investing, scaling real estate operations, market trends, passive income strategies, and what investors need to understand to succeed in today’s market. ESTIMATED TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction 02:10 – August Biniaz’s background and transition into real estate 06:45 – Building CPI Capital and scaling operations 11:30 – Multifamily investing fundamentals 17:20 – Build-to-rent opportunities and market demand 23:10 – Raising capital and investor relationships 29:00 – Market challenges and current opportunities 35:20 – Passive vs active investing strategies 41:40 – Lessons learned from large real estate deals 48:10 – Mindset, growth, and entrepreneurship 53:20 – Final advice for investors 55:46 – Closing thoughts We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How to Become an Elite Real Estate Investor
4w ago00:30:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode of How-To with Gino Barbaro, Gino sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Lon Welsh to discuss today’s real estate market, investment opportunities, and what separates average investors from elite investors. Lon Welsh is the founder of Ironton Capital, Your Castle Real Estate, and First Alliance Title, with more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisition and development. Whether you're an active investor, passive investor, or just getting started in real estate, this episode is packed with actionable insights and high-level investing strategies.TIMESTAMPS — Lon Welsh 00:00 – Introduction 01:12 – Meet Lon Welsh 03:28 – Current real estate market update 06:54 – What elite investors are doing differently 10:11 – Market opportunities investors are watching 13:42 – Passive investing strategies explained 17:06 – Risk management in today’s economy 20:18 – How busy professionals can invest in real estate 23:47 – Building long-term wealth through real estate 26:32 – The mindset of elite investors 28:44 – Final investing advice from Lon Welsh 29:48 – Closing thoughts 📘 Free Ebook from Lon Welsh:https://irontoncapital.com/jakegino We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Future of Senior Living Real Estate Investing | Occupancy & Growth
May 2500:44:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Jake & Gino Show, Jake and Gino interview Jerry Vinci, Founder & CEO of CCR Growth and one of the leading marketing strategists in the senior living industry. Jerry shares how senior living operators can increase occupancy, modernize outdated marketing systems, and prepare for the explosive growth coming from America’s aging population. From lead conversion strategies to technology adoption and niche positioning, this conversation explores the business side of assisted living and senior housing investing. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:42 – Jerry Vinci’s journey into senior living 05:18 – The biggest occupancy challenges operators face 09:36 – Why follow-up matters more than leads 14:08 – Selling care instead of floorplans 18:52 – Marketing strategies that actually convert 23:11 – Technology adoption in senior living 28:04 – Preparing for the “Silver Tsunami” 33:20 – Why specialization creates market dominance 37:41 – The future of senior housing investing 41:18 – Final advice for operators & investors 43:12 – Closing thoughts and where to connect with Jerry Connect with Jerry Vinci:https://ccrgrowth.com/https://growthlyseniorliving.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryvinci/ Want to learn more about multifamily investing and building long-term wealth? Visit:https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Want Financial Independence? Start With This
May 2000:24:17Tap to summarizeWhat if your paycheck became optional? In this video, Gino Barbaro breaks down the exact framework he used to achieve financial independence through real estate investing—and why financial freedom isn't about retiring early or escaping work. It's about creating choices, aligning with your values, and building a life of optionality. Gino shares the four stages of financial independence that transformed his life: • Stage 1: Stability – Build a solid financial foundation through budgeting, emergency savings, and eliminating bad debt. • Stage 2: Acquisition – Learn the language of investing and take your first step into acquiring cash-flowing assets. • Stage 3: Scaling – Reinvest profits, build systems, develop teams, and grow intentionally while maintaining your current income. • Stage 4: Freedom – Create optionality, gain control over your time, and redirect your energy toward purpose and legacy. One of the biggest myths about financial freedom is that you need to quit your job and "go all in." Gino explains why keeping your income while reinvesting your cash flow can actually accelerate your path to independence. You'll also learn: ✔️ How to calculate your financial freedom number ✔️ Why cash flow matters more than net worth ✔️ The importance of investing in education ✔️ How to overcome fear when making your first investment ✔️ Why "think big, start small" is powerful advice ✔️ The difference between equity and passive income ✔️ How real estate can become a vehicle for generational wealth ✔️ Why optionality—not retirement—is the real goal Financial independence isn't about escaping responsibility. It's about becoming the person capable of creating freedom, serving others, and building a meaningful legacy. Ask yourself: If money were no object, what would you choose to do with your life? That answer may be the reason you begin your journey today. If this video helped you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who's serious about building wealth intentionally. This episode was brought by Wheel barrow profits. want to start into multifamily? Go check wheelbarrowprofits.com We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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