Investing in a foreign country can create a clear path to immigrating there. Today we speak with foreign investor specialist and e-Council Global founder Lauren Cohen about the nuances of immigrating through investing and to hear her expert advice on working with foreign investors. We open our conversation by chatting about Lauren’s professional background, as well as how she found her niche in foreign investing. We dive into the specifics of immigrating through investing and why this process re...
Mar 04, 2021•22 min•Ep. 32
From getting the most out of your mentorship to building a successful syndication business, making it big in real estate is about showing up and getting the work done. Today we speak with Sterling Rhino Capital CEO and long-time investor Chris D. Roberts about why his work-centered approach has been his top asset throughout his career. Early in the episode, we chat about how valuable his mentor was in kick-starting his real estate business. After reflecting on why being mentored involves activel...
Feb 23, 2021•42 min•Ep. 31
Despite what many investors say, achieving multi-family success doesn’t mean going as big as you can as fast as you can. Today we speak with Arn Cedella, an investor with over 40 years of experience in real estate. Our conversation drills down into his recent transition into multi-family and the importance of laying strong foundations that can withstand market downturns. We open by chatting about his extensive experience as a single-family broker and investor. Arn then shares the four key factor...
Feb 09, 2021•34 min•Ep. 30
Your LinkedIn profile is a priceless capital raising asset. And with few live events happening, LinkedIn is becoming the dominant platform to build relationships with investors. Today we speak with LinkedIn marketing expert Yakov Smart about how you can use LinkedIn to attract high net worth investors. After chatting about Yakov’s start in the industry, we reflect on how LinkedIn has replaced many offline networking opportunities. Yakov then shares insights into why LinkedIn is so valuable for n...
Feb 02, 2021•35 min•Ep. 29
Adding value to your property can be costly, and sometimes the returns are negligible. Today we speak with Kyle Finney, whose finger has been on the pulse of PropTech for several years. By adding smart tech to your property in the right ways and places, you can up rents while adding exponential value. We open the show by introducing Kyle and hear about his professional history, discovering PropTech, and its uses along the way. We then dive into some PropTech examples and their uses, like smart l...
Jan 05, 2021•39 min•Ep. 28
Most investors transition into real estate from other industries and today’s guest is no different. In this episode, we speak with “The Networth Nurse,” Savannah Arroyo, who has taken her skills as a nurse and leader in healthcare operations into managing multi-family syndications. We open our conversation with Savannah by exploring her background and how she discovered real estate. Having seen many similarities between medical work and investing, she discusses her unique journey into real estat...
Dec 18, 2020•28 min•Ep. 27
Idaho is going through a growth spurt, making ground-up deals attractive investments, but before you think that these deals are too risky, speak to Shannon Robnett! Better yet, listen to this interview because today on the show he joins us to talk about doing what he does best, construction syndication in his backyard of Southwest Idaho. Coming from a real estate family, Shannon has over 40 years of experience in the field, having learned about things like 1031 exchanges around the dinner table!...
Nov 24, 2020•42 min•Ep. 26
While growing up on the wrong side of the tracks, a stray bullet ripped through the walls of Sterling White’s family home. In the moments that followed, eight-year-old Sterling decided to take control of his reality and begin working toward his future. From humble beginnings selling Kool-Aid, Sterling has since made his success from hundreds of single-family and multi-family deals and has accumulated over $18 million in assets. In this inspirational yet insightful episode, we hear about how Ster...
Nov 18, 2020•30 min•Ep. 25
The pandemic has impacted many multi-family markets across the US but in Denver, the Mile High City, the investing landscape is as solid as ever. Today we get an insider’s perspective on the Denver market from Adam Riddle, Principal of Nexus Commercial Realty. We open our conversation by chatting about the trend of people leaving coastal cities and embracing a work-from-home lifestyle. With a diversified economy and easy access to nature, as Adam explains, more people are moving to Colorado than...
Oct 30, 2020•26 min•Ep. 24
Investing is like being in a dark forest with only a lantern to guide you. By staying still, you can only see what’s around you — just enough to take your first steps. By taking action and moving forward, you get further along the path and get to see what’s ahead. Today we speak with career Marine, Brian Briscoe, about the action that he took to become a high-return investor. After chatting about his entry into real estate and how he discovered multifamily investing, Brian talks about the intens...
Oct 21, 2020•29 min•Ep. 23
As a big influence on Kent, Hunter Thompson has had a notable hand in bringing about the success of this very podcast. He joins us on the show today to talk about his remarkable process of finding the right deals and making the most of the opportunities that he finds. As someone fully committed to the vetting and due diligence processes, it is not surprising that Hunter is a step ahead of the rest, putting in the extra work in order to reap the rewards. And this extra work is now being shared wi...
Oct 15, 2020•49 min•Ep. 22
Googling real estate asset protection will result in pages filled with misconceptions, like that asset protection is only for high net worth investors or that all you need to protect yourself is an LLC. To separate the truth from fiction, we welcome back Brian T. Bradley who, since our last conversation, has been voted America’s Best Attorney for 2020. After summarizing key asset protection strategies and how they act as different layers of insurance, we dive straight into the top asset protecti...
Oct 07, 2020•45 min•Ep. 21
There’s always a deal to be made. And in uncertain times, conservative underwriting can help you land a deal that will make you money, even in the worst-case scenario. Today, we speak with Ashcroft Capital Director of Investor Relations, Travis Watts about the value of conservative underwriting and what he did to become a full-time passive investor. We open our conversation by exploring Travis’s journey into real estate. After talking about how your free time builds up in direct proportion to th...
Sep 30, 2020•46 min•Ep. 20
Have you ever caught yourself tinkering with your spreadsheet, trying to make your deal work? Your mind tells you that it’s a solid deal but that nervous feeling in your gut tells a different story. AdaPia d'Errico, today’s guest, would tell you to listen to your gut. It might save you a lot of money and grief down the line. AdaPia, Principal and VP of Strategy at Alpha Investing, has learned this the hard way. Despite her due diligence, she was defrauded out of her life savings. We talk about t...
Sep 22, 2020•48 min•Ep. 19
The SEC recently adopted amendments to the “accredited investor” definition, one of the principal tests for determining who is eligible to participate in private capital markets, and today’s guest, Kim Lisa Taylor, is just the person to explain them. Kim is a nationally recognized corporate securities attorney, speaker, and author of the number one Amazon bestselling book, How to Legally Raise Private Money . She’s is also the founder of Syndication Attorneys, PLLC, and investormarketingmaterial...
Sep 09, 2020•28 min•Ep. 18
Everyone has their own idea of what financial freedom looks like. To Lloyd Edge, an investor boasting a multi-million dollar property portfolio, financial freedom means having the security to live your desired lifestyle, live in your dream house, and follow your passions. In today’s episode, we speak with Lloyd about how he secured his financial freedom through real estate investing. We begin our conversation by tracking his journey from being a teacher to becoming an investor. Lloyd talks about...
Aug 27, 2020•28 min•Ep. 17
In the past, real estate investors didn’t need to worry about getting sued. Now, it’s becoming part of the cost of doing business. Asset protection has become the front-line defense against predators who abuse the legal system. In today’s episode, we dive into the subject with Brian T. Bradley, a leading and asset protection attorney for real estate investors, and high net worth families. Brain explains how the likelihood that you get sued increases the more your business grows. Having talked ab...
Aug 21, 2020•38 min•Ep. 16
In this episode of Ritter on Real Estate, we welcome professional asset manager Mike Taravella who joins us to share his unique perspective on deals. Mike worked for five years as a CPA and began his real estate investing career in 2016 when he bought and self-managed investment properties in Michigan. With an increasing interest in real estate development, Mike joined Rand Partners in 2019 where he is now an asset manager responsible for underwriting deals, investor relations, and asset managem...
Aug 05, 2020•34 min•Ep. 15
In part two of our discussion on 1031 exchanges, we pick up where we left off with Michael Brady and Alex Shandrovsky. As more and more syndicators are advertising them, it’s crucial to get educated and understand the intricate rules. One of the strict constraints is the two different timelines, namely the 45-day replacement property identification period and the 180-day closing period. We learn more about these parameters, along with the consequences if they are not adhered to. Michael also she...
Jul 28, 2020•24 min•Ep. 14
If you are in the syndication space, you will have likely heard of 1031 exchanges, and while they may leave you scratching your head, they are an incredibly useful wealth-building tool. Today's guests, Michael Brady, and Alex Shandrovsky join us for a deep dive into these exchanges and demystify some of the misconceptions around this powerful tool. Michael and Alex both work at Madison 1031, a leading qualified intermediary that helps clients through the exchange process. We kick off the show wi...
Jul 23, 2020•25 min•Ep. 13
Finding your investment niche and developing the right mindset are critical and foundational steps in establishing a thriving business. Today’s guests are Adam Ulery and Kevin Galang, the voices behind the Tech Guys Who Invest podcast, who provide insights into their investment niches. We open the conversation by exploring why Adam and Kevin got into investing, even though both of their backgrounds told them that you make money by working for someone else. Kevin and Adam discuss how investing le...
Jul 14, 2020•50 min•Ep. 12
In today’s episode, we’re going to be addressing value investing, working with a team that you trust and you’re comfortable with, and the importance of coaching. It’s the first time we’ve had two guests on the show, so we’re excited to welcome Collin Shwartz and Chris Pomerleau. Together, they run Park Ave Capital, which focuses on acquiring properties in the Omaha area. They collectively own 600 units, and in addition to that, they both serve as coaches for newer investors. Collin additionally ...
Jul 07, 2020•36 min•Ep. 11
Our guest on the show today, Dave Childers, has a refreshing perspective on investing in small multifamily rather than going after the larger syndication deals, highlighting specifically the cash-flow benefits of smaller properties. With more than 15 years of experience in real estate investing and multifamily housing, Dave has worn all the hats, from property and asset manager to broker, coach, and speaker. Dave is the managing member of Cedar Rock Capital and, after identifying the need for a ...
Jun 29, 2020•37 min•Ep. 10
If you are a real estate investor, this is a must listen to protect yourself! Fraud is a risk that we usually don’t consider as we evaluate deals, but it definitely should be. Kim Lisa Taylor is here today to talk to us about how fraud happens in deals and how as investors we can ask the right questions to avoid getting involved with a bad sponsor. Kim Lisa Taylor is a nationally recognized corporate securities attorney, speaker and author of the No. 1 Amazon best-selling book “How to Legally Ra...
Jun 17, 2020•50 min•Ep. 9
Steve LaMotte, Jr. is an Executive Vice President and co-leads CBRE Indianapolis-Louisville Multifamily. He discusses a variety of topics including How the five-second rule applies to real estate The changes to the multifamily industry he has seen as we adapt to COVID-19. How he expects the industry to change going forward The increasing trend for renters and the demand for multifamily Impact of the pandemic on market dynamics Strategy changes he expects for investors in the future Steve began h...
Jun 09, 2020•17 min•Ep. 8
Steve LaMotte, Jr. is an Executive Vice President and co-leads CBRE Indianapolis-Louisville Multifamily. He discusses a variety of topics including the changes to the multifamily industry he has seen as we adapt to COVID-19. How he expects the industry to change going forward The increasing trend for renters and the demand for multifamily Impact of the pandemic on market dynamics Strategy changes he expects for investors in the future Steve began his career in 1994 and has focused exclusively on...
Jun 02, 2020•29 min•Ep. 7
Vinney "Smile" Chopra joins us to discuss why he got into senior housing development, the differences between traditional multifamily and senior housing, and what he means by the coming "silver tsunami". Vinney “Smile” Chopra, a mechanical engineer, MBA, CA RE broker, Author and Host of Two Podcasts and founder of 5 companies came to the US from India with $7 in his pocket. A strong believer in the power of positive thought and selfless actions , Vinney’s life has been a highly inspiring rags to...
May 27, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Gino Barbaro is an investor, business owner, author, and entrepreneur. As an entrepreneur, he has grown his real estate portfolio to over 1500 multifamily units and is teaching others how to do the same. Gino is the co-founder of Jake & Gino, a multifamily real estate education company that offers coaching and training in real estate founded upon their proprietary framework of Buy Right, Manage Right & Finance Right. He is the best-selling author of three books, Wheelbarrow Profits, Th...
May 18, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Gino Barbaro is an investor, business owner, author, and entrepreneur. As an entrepreneur, he has grown his real estate portfolio to over 1500 multifamily units and is teaching others how to do the same. Gino is the co-founder of Jake & Gino, a multifamily real estate education company that offers coaching and training in real estate founded upon their proprietary framework of Buy Right, Manage Right & Finance Right. He is the best-selling author of three books, Wheelbarrow Profits, Th...
May 08, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Aaron Ross is the VP, Investments for Birge and Held Asset Management. He has overseen over $800M in acquisitions in his career. Today he discusses what true conservative underwriting means, and how he has adjusted his underwriting to account for the shocks of this pandemic and future "worst-case" scenarios. We talk stress testing, market variable, tenant job diversity and a whole host of other things you need to be thinking about as an investor. To learn more about Birge and Held check out Aaro...
Apr 30, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 3
