“You can’t build wealth without building relationships.” In this episode, Rayna Mike shares her incredible journey from mortgage banking to owning and operating more than 1,000 multifamily units valued at over $20 million . With 25+ years in real estate, Rayna explains how she transitioned from single-family homes to multifamily syndication, the lessons learned from her first capital raise, and why partnerships built on trust and integrity drive her success. She also reveals how she uses educati...
Feb 06, 2026•46 min•Season 2Ep. 486
Discover what does it take to go from flipping houses to managing over $500M in real estate and raising $120M in capital —in just seven years. In this episode, Eric Bodiwala reveals the mindset, systems, and relentless execution behind his rise in the multifamily syndication world. From navigating his first capital raise to building trust with investors, Eric shares how his team scaled from single-family investments to owning more than 4,000 multifamily units across seven states. He dives deep i...
Jan 31, 2026•55 min•Season 2Ep. 485
“This cycle will separate real operators from everyone else.” In this episode, Mark Shuler delivers an unfiltered breakdown of the multifamily market reset—and why 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for investor returns. Drawing on more than three decades of operating experience and a portfolio exceeding $300M AUM, Mark walks through how the easy-credit era masked weak operations, why cap rates and valuations have structurally reset, and what happens next as loans mature, DSCRs collapse, a...
Jan 16, 2026•28 min•Season 2Ep. 484
What if you could legally raise capital from friends, family, and your community without running into the red tape that derails so many first-time raises? In this episode of the Hero Capital Show, we sit down with Stella Han , founder of Fractional, to unpack how her platform has facilitated over $600M raised in the last five years by rethinking how capital is pooled and deployed. Stella shares her personal journey from real estate investor to tech founder, including a failed early raise that co...
Jan 09, 2026•40 min•Season 2Ep. 483
Discover how long it really takes to scale across single-family, multifamily, and retail while staying profitable in shifting markets. In this episode, Bryant Aplass breaks down his journey from exiting a Fortune 500-focused apparel business to becoming a developer and fund manager behind hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate transactions. Drawing directly from real-world experience, Bryant walks through his evolution into retail single-tenant net lease deals, value-add land packaging, ...
Jan 02, 2026•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 482
How Rich Jarvis II, a seasoned entrepreneur and the co-founder of Epic Capital Funds, has raised over $60 million from Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) for real estate and business acquisitions. Rich shares his incredible journey—from overcoming personal and professional challenges to building a thriving capital fund. He reveals key strategies for raising capital from RIAs, including the power of relationship-building and "unreasonable hospitality." Whether you're an investor or entrepreneu...
Dec 19, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 481
Discover how Dustin Miles, the Principal and Managing Partner of Momentum Multifamily, discusses his incredible journey from a Lockheed Martin engineer to a multifamily real estate powerhouse. Dustin has helped raise over $350 million, successfully acquiring and managing more than 3,000 units. He shares his valuable insights on the evolution of multifamily investing, the lessons learned from his first capital raise, and the strategies that have fueled his success. Whether you’re new to real esta...
Dec 12, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 480
If you’ve ever wondered what actually separates the multifamily investors who scale fast from the ones who stall out, this conversation with Don Goff—RE Mentor’s top coach for nearly 20 years—is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Drawing from coaching over 1,800 students and two decades of real-world investing, Don breaks down the habits, mindset, and execution patterns that consistently create winners in this business. From the critical difference between treating real estate like a hobby ve...
Dec 05, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 479
Discover how a capital-raising expert, Ben Brundage , reveals how he navigates the complex world of high-net-worth investors, multifamily offices, and retail capital—and why the most overlooked strategies are often the most profitable. In this episode, Ben breaks down the realities of engaging RIAs, the power dynamics inside family offices, and the marketing channels that are working right now for serious fund managers. You’ll hear his candid take on why advisors resist real estate, how he uses ...
Dec 01, 2025•17 min•Season 2Ep. 478
Discover how Michael Rebelo went from raising his first $1M as a 20-year-old to becoming a partner in over $15M of multifamily investments. In this episode, Michael shares the exact steps he took to grow his portfolio and build relationships with high-net-worth investors. From leveraging his background in sales to using mentorship as a vehicle for growth, he reveals how he navigated his journey with determination and strategy. Michael also explains how he identifies profitable deals, raises capi...
Nov 14, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 477
From the ER to real estate mogul Dr. Chirag Chaudhari’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, he reveals how he and his partners raised over $60 million in just two years and partnered on nearly $1 billion worth of projects spanning multifamily, oil & gas, and land development. Dr. Chaudhari shares how he built trust with fellow physicians, turned setbacks into strategic growth, and created a mission-driven investment community focused on education and authentic relatio...
Nov 07, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 476
Discover how a former engineer turned $18,000 foreclosure flips into $18 million a year in investor funding. In this episode of The Hero Capital Show , host Tim Mai sits down with Rick Bresler—founder and CEO of Katy Capital—to reveal the remarkable story behind his evolution from side-hustle flipper to one of Texas’ most trusted private lenders. Rick shares how he built lifelong relationships with investors, scaled his business through simple yet powerful “lunch and learn” sessions, and mastere...
Oct 31, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 475
From building his first single-family portfolio in 2006 to acquiring over $700M in multifamily and single-family assets , Mathew Simmons shares how relentless focus, adaptability, and disciplined strategy shaped his journey to the top of real estate private equity. In this episode, Mathew—founder and CEO of Sim Capital —dives into the evolution of his firm’s growth from small personal rentals to multi-asset funds exceeding $100M each. He unpacks the pros and cons of multi-asset versus single-ass...
Oct 24, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 474
Discover how Anton Mattli of Peak Financing unpacks decades of wisdom from his global banking and real estate journey — from Zurich to New York to Dallas — revealing how he’s advised family offices and high-net-worth investors in deploying billions into commercial and multifamily assets. Anton breaks down how the JOBS Act reshaped the syndication landscape, why institutional players weather downturns better than most, and how syndicators can still thrive by strengthening partnerships and structu...
Oct 13, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 473
Discover how mobile home parks are one of the most stable, tax-efficient, and cash-flowing real estate asset classes in America. In this episode, Jack Martin, founder of 52Ten, shares how he raised over $60M and built a $145M portfolio of mobile home parks across five states. From his first unexpected deal that turned into a “light bulb moment” to today’s institutional-quality acquisitions, Jack walks us through the strategies that deliver strong, stable returns for investors. He reveals why ten...
Oct 03, 2025•36 min
Discover what world-class due diligence really looks like in multifamily syndications. In this episode, Paula Sabrsula and Adriana Barrero—capital raisers, multifamily ambassadors, and soon-to-be fund managers—share how they’ve built their reputations on meticulous underwriting and sponsor vetting. From analyzing crime data and walking properties themselves to hiring third-party underwriters and running background checks on operators, they reveal the comprehensive process that protects their inv...
Sep 27, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 471
Discover how a real estate investor builds a $20M portfolio with almost zero debt. In this episode, Jeff Cassell, a seasoned real estate professional, shares his strategic approach to building a substantial portfolio while minimizing risk and avoiding excessive debt. From leveraging seller financing to creatively structuring deals, Jeff reveals how he’s been able to acquire valuable properties and scale his business with minimal financial exposure. Whether you’re a new investor or an experienced...
Sep 19, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 470
How do you launch a real estate fund and scale it to $150M in land development projects? In this episode, Vas Persaud, CEO of Avatar Vision Fund, shares his journey from a 20-year career as a civil engineer working on over $3B in projects to becoming a fund manager tackling America’s housing affordability crisis. Vas breaks down how he leverages his engineering background to derisk projects, streamline entitlements, and create affordable, workforce housing through Karma Development Group and Eco...
Sep 13, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 469
Discover what it takes to acquire over $600M in mobile home parks and self-storage facilities. In this powerful episode, Matthew Ricciardella, founder and CEO of Crystal View Capital, shares his journey from washing dishes in his family’s restaurant to building one of the top-performing private equity funds in North America. He reveals why manufactured housing and self-storage are his core focus, how he sources mom-and-pop deals others overlook, and the disciplined strategies that have kept his ...
Sep 05, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 468
Discover how does it take to raise over $60M and acquire more than $200M in multifamily apartments. In this powerful episode, Ken Gee, founder of KRI Partners, shares his 27-year journey from CPA and commercial lender to private equity fund manager. He reveals how he transitioned from deal-by-deal syndications to launching multiple real estate funds, why trust and transparency are the foundation of raising capital, and how disciplined underwriting protects investors in today’s volatile market. P...
Aug 30, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 467
Discover how long it takes to build a $110M real estate portfolio and raise over $12M in today’s market. In this episode of the Hero Capital Show, Texas-based real estate investor and entrepreneur Matthew Teifke shares the strategies, mindset, and partnerships that fueled his journey from managing single-family homes to leading multimillion-dollar multifamily acquisitions. Matthew reveals how his early inspiration from his mother shaped his entrepreneurial drive, why focusing on Austin and San A...
Aug 22, 2025•41 min•Season 2Ep. 466
Discover how, from zero connections to managing over $80 million in multifamily assets, Shawn Griffith’s journey is a masterclass in strategic growth and relentless execution. In this high-impact episode, Shawn—CFO and co-founder of Kraft Capital Investments—reveals how he scaled from a single 64-unit deal to building a diversified investment portfolio spanning multifamily, triple-net leases, and beyond. You’ll hear firsthand how he navigated market downturns, protected investor capital, and bui...
Aug 13, 2025•41 min•Season 2Ep. 465
Discover how does it take to scale a real estate investment firm to over $225 million in multifamily assets! In this electrifying episode, August Biniaz, co-founder of CPI Capital, shares how he acquired 787 doors and raised over $10 million in equity—without relying on traditional syndication routes. From pioneering the “build-to-rent” strategy in Canada to bringing vertical integration to his operations, August pulls back the curtain on the systems, mindset, and investor-first principles that ...
Aug 07, 2025•43 min
Discover how does it take to build a $10M multifamily portfolio and transition into managing your own fund! In this powerful episode, Tom Kirkpatrick breaks down his journey from an exhausted W-2 worker seeking time freedom to a full-time investor who now teaches others how to underwrite, raise capital, and confidently pitch deals. You’ll hear how Tom used partnerships, strategic mindset shifts, and consistent action to scale from duplexes to fund management—and why he's now focused on impact-dr...
Jul 31, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 463
Discover what does it take to grow from humble beginnings to over $260 million in real estate acquisitions and more than $150 million in capital raised. In this powerhouse episode, Tom Berry pulls back the curtain on his journey—starting with nothing and scaling into a diversified portfolio spanning single-family homes, multifamily, office, retail, and note investing. He shares the real-world lessons from decades in the trenches, the strategy behind his pivot into commercial assets, and why mind...
Jul 23, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 462
Discover how does it take to raise $80 million and build a $500 million real estate portfolio. In this powerhouse episode, Steven Pesavento shares how he went from flipping homes to structuring sophisticated equity and credit offerings for institutional-grade multifamily deals. He breaks down his investment philosophy—centering around asymmetric risk-reward—and dives into how he builds deep trust with investors through storytelling, transparency, and strategic communication. Steven also unpacks ...
Jul 17, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 461
Discover what’s inside the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) that has real estate investors buzzing—and CPAs scrambling to update their playbooks. In this special episode, Tim Mai sits down with tax strategist Jennifer Semien, CPA, to break down the powerful new tax advantages real estate investors can leverage immediately. From massive deductions on vehicles and equipment to changes in depreciation and cost segregation rules, Jennifer explains exactly how to structure your strategy to maximize...
Jul 14, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 460
How to raise close to $100 million for real estate—and build an empire that spans multifamily, Class A student housing, and partnerships across the globe? In this high-energy episode, Nizan Mosery shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a New York real estate family to flipping houses in Florida, and now leading large-scale acquisitions and capital raising efforts worldwide. Nizan reveals his intentional approach to networking, how he leverages strategic partnerships, and why knowing yo...
Jul 02, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Discover how a veteran mortgage broker trades Wall Street for real estate syndications—and builds a $4M capital raising business in just 12 months. In this episode, David Priest reveals his remarkable journey from surviving cancer to launching one of the most investor-friendly programs in the market: the Principal Protection Program. David unpacks the hard lessons learned from losing money on his first deal, the mindset that made him walk away, and how that decision positioned him to raise milli...
Jun 25, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 465
Can you really raise millions of dollars for diverse asset classes—using only LinkedIn? In this game-changing episode, Nick Stromwall shares how he raised over $6 million in just two years, built a presence that attracts capital daily, and positioned himself across multifamily, industrial, and oil & gas investments. He unpacks the simple content strategies that built trust fast, the mindset shift that helped him start without a big track record, and why he believes clarity and speed are the ...
Jun 18, 2025•39 min
