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Westside Investors Network (WIN)
Hosted by AJ and Chris Shepard · EN
Welcome to the West Side Investors Network, WIN, your community of investing knowledge for growth. This is the Real Estate Professionals Investing Podcast. For Real Estate Professionals by Real Estate Professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career....... investing.
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162. Diversifying Your Portfolio in International Markets with Anne-Michelle Wand
Mar 12, 202500:30:08Tap to summarizeClick here to view the episode transcript ABOUT ANNE-MICHELLE WANDInternational real estate expert and conscious investor. Former single mom turned successful real estate entrepreneur who now lives in paradise on a Caribbean island in Panama debt free. Anne Michelle enjoys her life from this dream location, creating intentional investment opportunities for high earning professionals to diversify outside the USA. With over 40 years of experience in real estate investments in emerging markets including Panama, Mexico, and the USA. She currently has a company called Passive Profit Partners that makes your money work for you instead of you working for your money. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Anne's initial foray into real estate investingHer journey to Panama and why she chose to invest thereGovernment initiatives to attract investorsInvestment Strategies and Future Projects in PanamaStarting a real estate franchise and creating a communityInvestment Opportunities & Advantages of Investing in PanamaReal Estate Development & Growth areasConnect with Anne-Michelle KEY QUOTE: “For me, it's much more than about ROI at this point in my life. I have to see it benefit people and the business on multilevels, bringing business into the communities to provide services for those people. It will benefit the entire community, and it'll provide the investors with significant ROI over the long term.” Summary of Business:Passive Profit Partners - We are a private investment fund with intentional and profitable real estate project development in Bocas del Toro, Panama. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #CreatingWealth #InvestmentFund #RealEstateDevelopment #LimitedPartners #RealEstateCommunity #FinancialFreedom #ConsciousInvestor #InternationalRealEstate #TrackRecord #LocationFreedom #Diversification #InternationalInvestments #BocasDelToro #Panama #BeyondBorders #InvestingAbroad #DebtFree #CarribeanIsland #PassiveProfitPartners #LongTermWealth #InvestmentStrategies #RealEstateInvestments #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH ANNE:Website: https://www.passive-profit-partners.comEmail: prosperity@a-lifeyoulove.com LinkTree: PassiveProfitPartners LinkTree CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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161. Breaking Misconceptions in a Competitive Market with Michael Voulgarakis
Mar 5, 202500:29:17Tap to summarizeCheck here for episode transcriptABOUT MICHAEL VOULGARAKISMichael Voulgarakis is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over 19 years of experience in debt and equity underwriting, capital raising, and asset management. At Southgate Ventures, he has successfully acquired 26 properties, completed 18 full cycle deals in the Puget Sound region, and asset managed real estate valued at over $300M. He holds a Master's in Commercial Real Estate Finance and a Bachelor's in Business Administration, equipping him with both the academic and practical expertise to deliver results in today's market. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Insights on investing in blue citiesImportance of Evaluating Markets The impact of political perceptions Michael’s background and journey in real estateInvestment focus of Southgate Ventures Understanding market dynamics Discussion on Tenant-Landlord Laws in SeattleRent control and rent increase processTenant demographics Seattle vs. other West Coast markets.Economic growth drivers Property Taxes and Insurance Costs in Real EstateMarket Insights and Investment StrategiesEconomic Challenges in Portland and SeattleConnect with Michael KEY QUOTE: “Do not make an overarching assumption and a blanket statement about any market because I think what they're missing is opportunities to invest where other people are not. Go and talk to operators in that market and figure out what niche they have that they're making money in. “ Summary of Business:Southgate Ventures invests in value-add and core multifamily assets in the Seattle MSA, which is a talent magnet for industries of the future. It has incredibly favorable demographic trends including a high concentration of lucrative tech, aerospace, biotech, and medical jobs which equates to a very creditworthy tenant base. A population growth projected at 3X the US rate, a job growth rate projected at 2X the US rate, and high home purchase costs, indicate increased rental demand. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #CreatingWealth #BlueCities #Misconceptions #ValueAddMultifamily #WestCoastMarkets #CompetitiveMarkets #MarketFundamentals #DebunkingMyths #HighCostMarkets #RentControl #PacificNorthwest #CommercialRealEstate #SeattleMarket #MarketDynamics #RealEstateDynamics #UnderwritingDeals #TechCompanies #HousingDemand #HousingSupply #InvestmentStrategies #RealEstateInvestments #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH MICHAEL:Website: https://sreventures.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvoulgarakis CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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160. The Truth About Private Money and Hard Money Lending in Real Estate with Jay Conner
Feb 26, 202500:35:31Tap to summarizeClick here to view the episode transcriptABOUT JAY CONNERJay Conner began investing in real estate in 2003. At the start of his career, he relied on his local banker and was able to put together a few deals. After years of feeling owned by the bank, he learned how to buy properties using creative financing, including subject to and using lease-options. After the market crashed in 2008, he had to abandon everything he knew about how to finance his deals. Then he heard about the world of private money. He developed his own system for gathering millions of dollars for real estate deals. Jay's unique system allows him to enjoy 7-figure profits year after year. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Jay’s transition from traditional financing to private money Building trust and relationships with private lendersInvesting in Manufactured housing to single-family homesAdvantages of operating in a smaller marketThe distinction between private money and hard money lendingMechanics of Private Money and Self-Directed IRAsEducational conversations vs. Funding requestMisconception on raising capital Strategies for new investors to secure private moneyJay's new private money challenge About the book "Where to Get the Money Now" Connect with Jay KEY QUOTE: “The worst time to be raising money is when you need it for a deal.” ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #CreatingWealth #HardMoney #RaisingCapital #PrivateMoney #PrivateMoneyLending #PrivateMoneyAuthority #CreativeFinancing #DealFinancing #PrivateMoneyLenders #PrivateLenders #TraditionalFinancing #FundingSolutions #SellerCarryDeals #Loans #PrivateLending #SelfDirectedIRAs #ManufacturedHousing #InvestmentStrategies #HardMoneyLending #Acquisition #RealEstateInvestments #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH JAY:Website: https://www.jayconner.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.conner.marketing Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/jay-conner-private-money-authority-real-estate-investing X: https://x.com/JayConner Jay’s book: Where To Get The Money Now CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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159. How This Firefighter Found Success in Real Estate Investing with Dave Seymour
Feb 19, 202500:37:55Tap to summarizeClick here to view the episode transcriptABOUT DAVE SEYMOURDave Seymour, a retired 16-year veteran of the Fire Service launched his Real Estate career during the last market crash, rapidly becoming one of the Countries top investors. Dave is considered a leading expert in commercial multi-family and ground-up development transactions. His success in business and Real Estate put him on the radar of A&E television network as well as multiple news organizations like CBS, ABC, CNBC,and FOX News.“FlippingBoston” aired on A & E for multiple seasons. He has helped accredited investors on their very first deal as well as guided large investment firms through complex transactions. Dave’s unwavering commitment to success is why investors seek his advice and choose to invest alongside his team at Freedom Venture Investments. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Dave's Journey from Firefighting to Real Estate InvestingForeclosure, Wholesaling and Flipping Capital Raising Strategies Operational Structure and ManagementMarket Trends and DynamicsRent Increase Strategies and Market InsightsDiscretionary Spending Investor Engagement and Market ExplorationPersonal Experiences and Career TransitionsConnect with Dave KEY QUOTE: “It goes back to the firefight. Looking to your left and right and knowing that you've got a massive skill set and capacity around you. One of the things I learned a long time ago was don't be the smartest person in the room because if you are, you're in the wrong room. “ SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: Freedom Venture - We are a private equity real estate firm offering investment opportunities for accredited investors. We specialize in multifamily acquisitions and development. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #CreatingWealth #FireFighter #FireFighting #CommercialRealEstate #Foreclosure #Multifamily #MultifamilyInvesting #FreedomVenture #GroundUpDevelopment #Construction #CapitalManagement #RaisingCapital #Wholesaling #Flipping #InvestmentOpportunities #MarketConditions #FreedomVenture #Florida #Acquisition #RealEstateInvestments #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH DAVE:Website: http://www.freedomventure.comX: https://twitter.com/daveseymour343?lang=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveseymour343/Facebook-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaveSeymourLiveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveseymour343YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LEGACYAllianceClub CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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158. Land Investing 101: Spotting Great Deals and Avoiding Red Flags with Mark Podolsky
Feb 5, 202500:34:21Tap to summarizeABOUT MARK PODOLSKYMark owns Frontier Properties, a land investment company. Mark (AKA The Land Geek) is widely considered the country’s most trusted and foremost authority on buying and selling raw, undeveloped land in the United States. Since 2001 Mark has completed over 6,000 raw land deals with an average return on investment of over 300% on cash purchases and over 1000% on land deals that he financed. Mark is the host of one of the top-rated podcasts in the Investing Category on iTunes aptly titled The Art of Passive Income Model. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Mark’s career and journey to real estate About his book "Dirt RichResilience in building a land investment businessFrom investment banking to land investingStrategies for selling land and creating cash flowLand Market IdentificationHis method of acquiring land dealsCommon pitfalls and red flags in land investingSoftware tools used to streamline the systemsCoaching and helping others succeedConnect with Mark KEY QUOTE: “If you look at the cycle in real estate, there are times that it's going to be easy to buy and it's going to be easy to sell, let's call it equilibrium. But at any one point in that cycle, you're still in a good situation, especially if you know where you are at in the cycle. “ SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: Frontier Properties, a land investment company - specializes in the acquisition of raw & developed land throughout the United States. We look for property in the path of development with compelling attributes and excellent ingress and egress. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #ClosingDeals #CreatingWealth #TheLandGeek #DirtRich #LandInvestment #LandInvesting #InvestmentStrategies #LandDeals #RedFlagsToAvoid #CommonPitfalls #RealEstateCycle #RawLand #LandFlipping #LandAcquisition #BuyingAndSellingLand #BestSellingAuthor #PassiveIncomeModel #LeasingRawLand #Acquisition #InvestorReturns #RealEstateInvestments #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH MARK:Website: https://www.thelandgeek.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelandgeek CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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157. From Closing Deals to Creating Wealth: A Broker’s Journey to Syndication with Will Matheson
Jan 29, 202500:34:09Tap to summarizeClick here for the Episode TranscriptABOUT WILL MATHESONWill Matheson is the co-founder of Matheson Capital, a real estate investment firm based in Charleston, South Carolina. Prior to forming Matheson Capital, founders Will and Evan worked as commercial brokers for Marcus & Millichap in Raleigh, NC. In just two years, they completed over 50 investment sales transactions totaling over $200 million as a part of the region's top team. Since the start of 2018, they have completed over 16 acquisitions, and have over $100 million of multifamily assets under management. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: · Will’s journey into Real Estate and Matheson Capital· First significant venture as an investor· Advantages of being a broker and investor· Acquiring properties off-market· Target Market and Networking Strategies· Advantages of using the MLS for acquisitions· The role of value-add strategies· Importance of Interior Renovations · Matheson Capital's Current Status and Future Plans· Identifying New Opportunities· Selling assets at the right time · Importance of short-term holds for building credibility · Profitability of property management· Connect with Will KEY QUOTE: “Cold calling and dealing with constant rejection really translates nicely to raising equity because you will get rejected by a lot of investors.” SUMMARY OF BUSINESS:Matheson Capital is a real estate investment firm based in Charleston, South Carolina. Through value-add strategies and a focus on the Southeast, we strive to deliver above-market returns. Since the start of 2018, we have completed over a dozen acquisitions and realized a weighted average investor return of 40%. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #AparmentInvesting #AssetManagement #CashFlow #Broker #Syndicator #Multifamily #Acquisition #ValueAdd #BrokerageBusiness #MultifamilySyndication #CommercialBrokers #MarcusAndMillichap #Charleston #ClosingDeals #CreatingWealth #BrokersJourneyToSyndication #MathesonCapital #InvestorReturns #RealEstateInvestments #SouthEast #RiskAdjustedReturns #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #RentalProperty #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH WILL:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wlmatheson X: https://x.com/WLMatheson3 CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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156. Debunking Turnkey Investment Myths and the Truth Behind Them with Zach Lemaster
Jan 8, 202500:40:04Tap to summarizeABOUT ZACH LEMASTER Zach Lemaster is the founder & CEO of Rent To Retirement, the nation's leading turnkey investment company. Zach is a seasoned real estate investor and licensed broker that has accumulated a large portfolio of rental properties across multiple markets including single-family, multifamily, commercial and new construction. Zach is a licensed Optometrist who practices on a volunteer basis. Zach started investing in real estate while working as an Optometrist & Captain for the US Air Force. This eventually allowed him to retire early from his career in medicine to be a professional investor by strategically investing in markets that maximize cash flow, appreciation & equity. Zach went on to build a successful wholesaling, flipping & management business working across multiple markets which led to the foundation for Rent to Retirement. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Zach's Career Journey and Transitioning to Full-Time Real Estate The concept of Rent to Retirement and how it came about Understanding Cash Flow and Appreciation in Real Estate Investment Leveraging tax deductions and benefits What is 1031 exchange and the advantage of using it? Navigating Out-of-State Investment Opportunities Connecting people and investments that are not in their backyard Turnkey Rentals and Misconception on Turnkey Investments Creative deal structure and financing options Market Selection Strategy Significance of supply and demand dynamics Property Management and Insurance Strategies The most rewarding part of being an investor Connect with Zach KEY QUOTE: “What we really enjoy about working in the industry is how impactful of a difference we can make in people's lives, teach them, and help them build a strategy. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. Real estate takes work and takes grit. It's a long-term game, but if you stay committed, I believe it's the most predictable path to wealth.” SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: Rent To Retirement - We specialize in providing turnkey rental properties in the best markets throughout the United States. At Rent to Retirement, we've done the legwork for you. We have thoroughly researched the best markets across the United States, carefully considering the combination of cash flow, equity, and appreciation potential. Our goal is to ensure that you benefit from all the advantages of real estate investing without the headache typically associated with property management and dealing with tenants. Live where you choose and invest in the markets that offer the best returns. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #AparmentInvesting #AssetManagement #CashFlow #1031Exchange #TurnKeyRentals #TurnKeyAssets #TurnKeyInvestments #DebunkingMyths #TaxBenefits #CreativeFinancing #TaxAppreciation #RentToRetirement #Rentals #PathToWealth #CreativeDealStructure #RentalProperties #Optometrist #Residential #SeasonedInvestor #MultipleMarkets #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #LatestPodcastEpisode #RentalProperty #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH ZACH: Email: invest@renttoretirement.com Text REI to 33777 Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok LinkedIn CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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155. Why Single-Family Homes in Great School Districts Thrive with Sean O'Dowd
Dec 18, 202400:28:22Tap to summarizeClick here to view the episode transcriptABOUT SEAN O’DOWDSean is the General Partner for Scholastic Capital. Scholastic Capital buys single-family homes in high-end public school districts and rents them to families on long-term leases. He started his career as a consultant with Boston Consulting Group (BCG). He graduated with Honors from The Wharton School of Business. Most importantly, Sean is married with two kids and a third on the way! THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Sean’s career before real estateFirst few investmentsWhat they do at Scholastic CapitalAbout the Deal in IllinoisWhat we like about this assetTheir criteria and How to Identify their target assetLeasing & Identifying Target Rents Underwriting process and challengesKPIs and rent increasesTypical Expense ratio of their portfolioFinancing and hold time for this assetAbout the Evergreen Fund modelWhy do you think this model is working amidst the price surge?Investor returns and distributionsCurrent project and Target acquisitions Connect with Sean KEY QUOTE: On Investing in Single-family homes in Elite School Districts:“This model works because of accessibility. If you're looking to move into one of these good school districts for 4-6 years for multiple kids, renting makes more sense than buying a house. “ SUMMARY OF BUSINESS: At Scholastic Capital, we create the opportunity for investors to partner with us through our laser focused strategy of buying single family homes in elite school districts and renting them to families on 3+ year leases. Our investors love our planned monthly distributions, equity growth, depreciation pass through, minimal use of leverage, and the multi-year leases to tenants. Scholastic Capital is a rolling, evergreen fund that continuously admits new capital. New investors will have an immediate interest in the underlying portfolio of single-family homes in high end school districts. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #AssetManagement #CashFlow #SingleFamilyHomes #HighEndDistrict #SchoolDistricts #BuyBox #MidWest #Underwriting #FundModel #InternalRateOfReturn #Acquisitions #Leases#NetOperating Income #PublicSchoolDistrict #LongTermLeases #EvergreenFund #PrivateEquityFund #InvestmentOpportunities #SteadyCashFlow #Consulting #EliteSchoolDistsrict #LatestPodcastEpisode #RentalProperty #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH SEAN:LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/seanodowdX: https://x.com/SeanODowd15 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-odowd CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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154. Streamlining Asset Management in Distributed Real Estate Portfolio with Chris Lento
Dec 11, 202400:35:33Tap to summarizeClick here to view the episode transcriptABOUT CHRIS LENTOChris Lento is the Founder and Managing Member of EM Capital. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon and professional development training at Boston University and MIT. Chris has over twenty years of experience in multifamily ownership, management, and investing. In addition to his academic achievements, Chris serves as a Board Member for Bay Cove. His passion is a testament to his dedication to building a better quality of life, which carries over into his professional commitment to EM Capital and its investors. THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL: Chris’s journey to real estateFrom being an Aerospace Engineer to an InvestorFirst few investments before going full-timeWhy choose multifamily compared to other asset classes?What skills have you learned as an aerospace engineer that you applied to real estate?How do you choose which market to target?Financial metrics that you are looking for in a dealKnowing your investor's appetiteUsing your network to expand to new marketsAbout the 67-unit deal in Kentucky Challenges and lessons learned from this dealProperty Management and Value-Add Plan Connect with Chris KEY QUOTE: On Dealing with Property Managers:“I learned that once you feel something's not right here, something's probably not right. You can tell by how the property is performing, and how things are being handled.” SUMMARY OF BUSINESS:EM Capital is a trusted real estate investment firm located in Boston, MA, led by founder Chris Lento. We cater to accredited investors seeking to diversify their portfolio through multifamily real estate investments. We focus on providing both cash flow and asset appreciation, ensuring our investors benefit from balanced a investment strategy. ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication. The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professionals that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstate #AparmentInvesting #AssetManagement #MultifamilyInvestment #CommercialRealEstate #CashFlow #MultifamilySyndication #InvestmentReturns #NewMarket #TargetMarket #DistributedPortfolio #AssetClasses #EmergingMarkets #TertiaryMarket #ValueAddPlan #StreamlinedAssetManagement #CapEx #AerospaceEngineer #CapitalExpenditures #CapitalImprovements #EconomiesOfScale #InvestorsApettite #PropertyManagement #PropertyManagers #LatestPodcastEpisode #RentalProperty #PassiveWealth #JoinTheWINpod #DealDeepDive #WestsideInvestorsNetwork CONNECT WITH CHRIS LENTO:Website: https://emcapitalgroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherlento CONNECT WITH US For more information about investing with AJ and Chris: · Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/ · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/ For information on Portland Property Management: · Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com · Youtube | @UptownProperties Westside Investors Network · Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/ · Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx · Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork · LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/ · Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Tiktok| @WestsideInvestorsNetwork · Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork
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