Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

E586 - FF - How Gap and the Gain Can Ruin Your Long-Term Potential

RaiseFest 2023 is over! The amount of learnings and realization I gained during the whole 3-day event is something I have to share with all of you. For those of you who are like me who is the leader of the company, you have to know how to drive your team to "go into battle with you" or else the sink will ship. In this Freedom Fridays episode, I'll tell you this - CELEBRATE YOUR WINS AS A TEAM! Whether it is big or small, showing appreciation is a must. That's only one among the many strategies I have. Tune in to this episode now to discover more! Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. PS - RaiseFest 2024 Super Early Bird Sale tickets are now available. Please CLICK HERE to purchase.  Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E585 - CFC - Brad Sumrok’s 10,000 Unit Story

Brad came from the corporate world with more than one degree…  So when he met his first mentor, at first, he was very skeptical of a millionaire investor with no college degree who was cursing about multifamily on stage! However, he realized that his skepticism illuminated the opportunity that exists in the industry.  Anyone can succeed with the right skills and understanding. Unfortunately, his engineering degree and MBA weren’t enough… Now, after acquiring over 10,000 units, Brad Sumrock reveals what it takes to succeed! <<>> Brad started with the mission of replacing his W-2 income with passive income.  Unlike many of us, he started with a 32-unit property… However, like many of us, if he realized that if he was going to continue growing his portfolio,  he would need to include other investors in his deals! This epiphany is what helped him let down his ego and learn syndication from his mentor.  Now, after escaping the rat race over 15 years ago, Brad wants to help others follow his path! Brad has an incredible story, so I encourage you to tune in to today’s episode! Take Control, Hunter Thompson Want to learn more about Brad's Upcoming Event?  Click Here to learn more about Rat Race 2 Retirement. Resources mentioned in the episode: 1. Brad Sumrok Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E584 - TT - Using Institutional Equity to Build a MASSIVE Multifamily Portfolio

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Zamir Kazi who formed ZMR Capital in 2014 and in the past 9 years, has acquired over $1.7B of multifamily assets. He has been the recipient of Globe Street’s 50 under 40 and is an active investor and board member of multiple early-stage companies. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: The incredible story of how he found his first institutional equity partner, AFTER he got a $40 million deal under contract What characteristics institutional equity partners look for, and how he overcame their objections on his first large multifamily deal Where to find institutional equity partners and how to nurture those relationships What the typical deal structure looks like using institutional equity and how it differs from a syndication with retail investors How his role as CEO has changed overtime and what he focuses on now that he has 27 full time employees To your success, Tyler Lyons Resources mentioned in the episode: 1. Zamir Kazi LinkedIn Zamir Capital LinkedIn Instagram To your success, Tyler Lyons Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E583 - MM - 4 Productivity Tools for Capital Raisers

You are the Steve Jobs of your business… So, if your business is going to perform at the highest level, you also need to be at your peak.  Entrepreneurship isn’t easy, but I’ve discovered 4 ways to make it far easier… In today’s episode, I share the 4 pieces of technology I use to boost my productivity! <<>> I break my daily technology stack into four buckets:  Client Experience, Client Journey, Personal Focus, and Personal Motivation… The customer side centers around automating as much of my client’s experience as possible. This means using an investor portal and high-function DRIP campaign software.  However, the personal side is all about reducing distractions and achieving my goals.  I usually don’t name-drop companies, but in today’s episode, I share the exact pieces of software I use to perform at the highest level every day! Take Control, Hunter Thompson Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E582 - FF - Pain vs Suffering

In this Freedom Fridays episode, I discuss PAIN vs SUFFERING which I'm sure would resonate with everybody. For sure, a lot of us have incredible goals! And with those goals come with unimaginable pressure. We all fear failure and the anxiety that comes with that constant fear of the uncertain is what makes the whole process even harder. But guess what? It doesn't have to be hard. You can achieve great things without suffering. Tune in to this episode to discover how! Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E581 - CFC - The $100M Asset Protection Journey

Brad came from the corporate world with more than one degree…  So when he met his first mentor, at first, he was very skeptical of a millionaire investor with no college degree who was cursing about multifamily on stage! However, he realized that his skepticism illuminated the opportunity that exists in the industry.  Anyone can succeed with the right skills and understanding. Unfortunately, his engineering degree and MBA weren’t enough… Now, after acquiring over 10,000 units, Brad Sumrock reveals what it takes to succeed! <<>> Brad started with the mission of replacing his W-2 income with passive income.  Unlike many of us, he started with a 32-unit property… However, like many of us, if he realized that if he was going to continue growing his portfolio,  he would need to include other investors in his deals! This epiphany is what helped him let down his ego and learn syndication from his mentor.  Now, after escaping the rat race over 15 years ago, Brad wants to help others follow his path! Brad has an incredible story, so I encourage you to tune in to today’s episode! Take Control, Hunter Thompson Want to learn more about Brad's Upcoming Event?  Click Here to learn more about Rat Race 2 Retirement.  Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Aaron Scott Young Website 1 Website 2 Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group  

E580 - TT - Using Social Media to Raise Capital and Sourcing Off-Market Deals

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Axel Ragnarsson who is an active real estate investor and he purchased his first multifamily property during his sophomore year in college, leading to the founding of his real estate investment firm, Aligned Real Estate Partners. Currently, Aligned Real Estate Partners owns $40M in multifamily real estate. He is also the host of The Multifamily Wealth Podcast. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: How losing his wallet after a night at the bar resulted in raising thousands of dollars of equity Tactics for raising capital and finding deals on Instagram, Twitter and Linkedin What type of content is best suited for each social media platform The step-by-step process for sourcing off-market multifamily deals directly from the seller What deal sizes make sense for sourcing multifamily assets directly from the seller To your success, Tyler Lyons Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Axel Ragnarsson Podcast Passive Investing Instagram Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E579 - MM - What to Say to Investors On Your FIRST Call

If you don’t start off on a good foot with investor prospects, they probably will never invest… Even if they do, they will do so begrudgingly or try to invest below your minimums.  More importantly, the people who you don’t form a bond with will never refer new clients! So, the first minute of your investor calls will make or break your relationship.  In today’s episode, I reveal the script that has taken me over 10 years to perfect! <<>> Always remember this: Neediness Kills Deals.  If you don’t come across as an expert who has done these hundreds of times,  They will go to someone who does… This brings us to the next point:  The sole purpose of the call is to establish credibility.  Investors think they want they invest because of the specifics of the deal,  but the real catalyst is their trust that you are the right person to protect their investment! Tune in now to see how I talk to investors every day! Take Control, Hunter Thompson Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E578 - FF - An Honest Conversation About Co-Investments

In this Freedom Fridays episode, let's have an honest conversation about co-investments! Take it from me who has invested with numerous asset classes. Along my whole journey as a passive investor, I've dealt with different types of sponsors. Today, I share my learnings based on my own firsthand experience.  All I can say is - WATCH OUT FOR RED FLAGS! Be very wise when choosing who to invest with. Never settle for a low quality investor experience.  Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group

E577 - CFC - Revealed - Important Update to Self-Directed Retirement Accounts

The big financial institutions really don’t want you to know this… When you want to buy a Duplex down the street, you can use your retirement dollars! The days of only bonds and mutual funds are over. Anyone with a 401(k), Roth, or most types of IRAs can transition their account into a Self-Directed account and can invest in almost any type of private investment.  Today, expert retirement account advisor, Mat Sorensen and I, discuss exciting new legislation that was passed 10 days ago that might allow you to supercharge your retirement!!! <<>> Last year, the SD IRA industry had a major scare… The Build Back Better Act in congress posed some existential risks to real estate investor’s retirement opportunities.  However, Mat and his acquaintances spent 2 months lobbying congress and succeeded in shooting down the act.  Now, in 2023, the tide turned in the opposite direction and new laws have added major advantages for entrepreneurs.  The opportunities and rules are still very intricate so I definitely recommend you tune into this incredible conversation with Mat! Take Control, Hunter Thompson Resources mentioned in the episode: 1. Mat Sorensen Website Interested in investing in ATMs? Check out our webinar.   Please note that investing in private placement securities entails a high degree of risk, including illiquidity of the investment and loss of principal. Please refer to the subscription agreement for a discussion of risk factors. Tired of scrambling for capital?  Check out our new FREE webinar -  How to Ensure You Never Scramble for Capital Again (The 3 Capital-Raising Secrets). Click Here to register.   CFC Podcast Facebook Group