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On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, we are going to reveal 3 tells that give away that you’re about to be scammed. When you see these red flags, you know to turn down the offer and never do business with that person or organization again. On this episode, you’ll hear about the story of a Ponzi scheme, and why the same principles apply, whether you’re selling fictitious pickleball arenas or poor real estate deals. Watch this episode to avoid getting scammed.

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, our special guest is Raul Villacis, founder of the Next Level Experience, a personal development company that teaches men how to discover or rediscover their EDGE. In this episode, recorded in his studio in Stamford, CT, Raul shares his early real estate successes and failures that led him to the personal development world. Like many entrepreneurs, he has multiple income streams, so he never stopped investing in real estate. Raul talks about his experience with cryptocurrency and NFTs, and contrasts the get-rich-quick philosophy of crypto with the build-wealth-slowly philosophy of real estate investing. Watch this episode to learn some of the lessons he’s learned from decades of real estate investing.

This is the story of my most unusual multifamily real estate purchase. In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I tell the strange but true story of how I purchased a 12-unit property from the children of the owner, and why I was never able to even meet the owner. This incredible story involves a grieving widow and a UFO cult. Watch this episode to hear this story.

This episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show is a trip down memory lane. I share the story of one of my investment properties, and the very circuitous route to get it. As you’ll hear, I spent years trying to buy it, and when I was able to buy it, I had some last-minute surprises. There are many lessons that you can take away from my experience. Watch this episode to hear this fun and informative story from 20 years ago.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I will be discussing a major decision that multifamily investors must make: whether to invest in a fund, such as my own Heartland Investment Fund, or to buy a rental property and go through the process of finding financing and arranging for maintenance and other expenses. There is no right answer, only the right answer for you. This episode will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision on which investment avenue to invest in, but remember, you can also do both! Watch this video to learn more about multifamily investing.

If you want to make money in multifamily real estate investing, there are three things you need to do. This video will show you the three things you need to do that most people don’t: Learning, taking initiative, and learning from your mistakes. They aren’t that complicated, but they do require hard work, discipline, and patience. If you implement these three things you will be ahead of most investors.

As you may have heard, New York Justice Arthur F. Engoron ruled that Donald Trump had illegally inflated the value of his real estate holdings to deceive banks into giving him loans that were larger and at lower interest rates compared to the actual value of his properties. Now if value is subjective, or at least subject to negotiation, how is this even possible? This episode is a deep dive into the world of real estate viewed from the perspective of experienced multifamily investors.

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, we watch a clip of Dave Ramsey giving a pretty harsh reality check to any would-be investor. You may have heard on TikTok or other short-form social media sites that once you buy a multifamily property, your renters pay your mortgage. While that is true in the sense that your money does come from rental income, you can’t just sit back and wait for a truck full of money to come to you. In this reaction video, Trot and I discuss this clip from Dave Ramsey’s show.

This episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show is a reaction to a viral video claiming it’s so easy to make money in real estate, it’s like printing money. According to this video, you make money in 5 different ways, and you can never lose. Unfortunately, real estate is not that simple. This video covers 3 things that you need to be wary of if you want to be successful in multifamily investing. Life doesn’t always go the way the spreadsheet says it will, so watch this episode before you invest.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily podcast, Trot and I discuss the strategic use of debt in achieving financial success, particularly in real estate. The conversation addresses common concerns and strategies associated with taking on debt. Key points include the importance of having a clear understanding of one's balance sheet or net worth, which reflects the value of assets minus liabilities. This understanding helps mitigate the stress associated with debt, especially when it's leveraged strategically to grow one's business or investment portfolio. We also talk about the concept of loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, emphasizing our preferred sweet spot of 50 to 60% LTV as a balance between risk mitigation and avoiding personal loan guarantees, which can add stress and risk to financial ventures. This episode offers valuable insights into managing debt wisely to enhance financial growth and stability.

On this short episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, I react to a TikTok video that claims that many vacant apartments are now empty. According to the content creator, investors have built too many luxury apartments, and now they are sitting empty. As a result, the landlords and management companies have to lower prices or even give away a month or two of free rent (Which actually covers the real estate broker’s fee), which even brings down the price of single-family homes. It’s quite a claim, but is it overblown? Trot and I discuss this video, and give our insights from our experience being multifamily investors.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I give our predictions for 2024. Our discussion is tailored for investors and property owners, focusing on key trends and predictions that are essential for informed decision-making in this sector. We explore the rise in distressed multifamily properties, the impact of the 2024 election on real estate investments, and the anticipated increase in property values despite market challenges. Additionally, we discuss the politicization of affordable housing and the evolving role of buyer brokers in the multifamily space. Watch this video to gain a concise yet comprehensive understanding of the current multifamily market dynamics. Our conversation is particularly beneficial for those looking to grasp the complexities of the market, offering insights into potential opportunities and challenges. This episode is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in multifamily real estate, aiming to navigate the market effectively in 2024.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss a secret weapon to investing success that most investors overlook. In fact, it’s so often overlooked that it’s actually noteworthy when someone does take advantage of it. What is it? It’s physical fitness. Most people don’t make the connection between physical fitness and investing success, but there are many compelling reasons to make time for fitness. Investing is hard. You’re going to face adversity. Facing the physical pain of being gassed out or lifting weights is something you will have to face if you are pushing yourself in the gym. This will prepare you mentally for the pain of deals not going your way, or needing to go that extra mile when making a real estate deal. In addition, being fit will give you energy, which is something that you’ll always need. Watch this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show.

On this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss three factors that can make the difference between finding the right property manager and having a poorly managed property that will lose renters and value. This is such an important component of successful multifamily investing that it surprises us how infrequently potential owners do this. In fact, we find that many owners come to us after it’s too late and they want to sell a property that is losing money. This episode will give you three things you can do (and one bonus one) that can make a huge difference in your multifamily investing journey.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss the importance of not only setting goals but achieving them early. We delve into the common practice of making New Year's resolutions and how many people, particularly entrepreneurs, delay their start, often waiting until the new year begins. We explore strategies for accomplishing goals, targets, and resolutions ahead of schedule. The idea is not to wait until the end of the year to celebrate achievements but to potentially reach these milestones much earlier, like by June or September. This approach can be a game-changer for many, especially in the multifamily business where we constantly operate with targets and goals. The episode promises to reveal practical strategies that can help listeners stop putting brakes on their progress and achieve their objectives well before their deadlines.

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In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I discuss a topic that's crucial for anyone in the multifamily investment space: the common mistakes made by multifamily property sellers. In our many years of experience, we have identified three significant errors that can cost sellers a substantial amount, ranging from tens of thousands to even millions of dollars. These mistakes are not just relevant to the current market conditions but apply to any market. One of the primary mistakes we delve into is the emotional attachment sellers often have to their properties. This attachment can lead to unrealistic valuations and expectations, which can significantly hinder the success of a sale. Surprisingly, sellers can be attached emotionally even when it’s an investment property. Watch this episode to learn how to avoid making these mistakes and keep potentially millions of dollars in your pocket.

In this episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show, Trot and I, explore the changing landscape of real estate, focusing on the roles of agents and brokers in today's technology-driven market. We discuss how the availability of information and technology has altered the traditional functions of real estate professionals, allowing consumers to take on more responsibilities in property transactions. We also explore the legal complexities surrounding real estate commissions, particularly the recent class action lawsuits against the National Association of Realtors. These lawsuits challenge the traditional commission splits between selling and buying agents, highlighting potential conflicts and legal issues in the industry. This episode offers valuable insights into the evolving real estate market, making it essential viewing for anyone involved in property investments or real estate transactions.

This episode of the Heartland Multifamily Show is about debt. But surprisingly, this show is not about money. Instead it’s about a concept called “Primal debt.” Not prime debt, not primordial debt, not sub-prime loans, but a different kind of debt. This is the debt that you owe to your ancestors, to the people around you today, and to your future descendants. The debt is paid by living your best life. You owe it to them, all of them, to live the best life you can. You have to appreciate the sacrifices that your ancestors made to give you the life you have today. You owe it to the people around you today to provide them with the best life you can. And you owe it to your children and future grandchildren and so on, to provide the best foundation so they can live their best lives. Watch this episode to learn about a new way to think about your life.