The Incas may have been the greatest real estate developers to have ever lived… This realization struck me as I walked through the gates of Machu Picchu after a 4-trek through the Andes Mountains. It’s easy to think of the technological sophistication of pre-modern societies as primitive, but this couldn’t be further from the truth in the case of the Incas. Machu Picchu is a city built on the top of mountain 8,000 feet above sea level, built out of massive boulders that modern people would still struggle to move today, which are fit smoothly together at right angles like Legos. Their feats of strength and artistry are utterly remarkable but what is truly striking is that fact that the city remains there, unmoved, after 800 years! The root cause behind the durability of Machu Picchu flows from the central focus of Incan culture, their reverence and respect of Pachamama, or Mother Nature. Although their technology allowed them great powers, they didn’t try to usurp or conquer Mother Nature with their creations. Rather they always found ways to partner with Mother Nature using gravity and natural formations to create even better structures than they could have on their own. As we grow into a leader in the industry, I encourage us to always remember to look through the Inca’s lens as we evaluate opportunities to see where we can collaborate with nature, whether that means building stronger structures in better locations, implementing green spaces, or considering ecological impacts. Spending most of our lives in cities and towns, it’s easy to forget how beautiful the world truly is, but also, how powerful the forces of nature can be. The Incas were successful because they respected both the majesty and power of Mother Nature, and if we approach the world with this same respect, our lives and our world will forever be beautiful. Keep Making Milestones, Ben Malech Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/Realestatemilestones Subscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click Here To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

I’m always impressed when individuals clearly know why they do what they do every day…No matter what you do, it’s not always smooth sailing, but when you are motivated by something you care about, it’s always easier to persevere. Today’s guest, Whitney Sewell, CEO of Life Bridge Capital, manages ~$400MM of real estate and knows why he works hard every day. Whitney gives half of his personal real estate profits to his philanthropic foundation, Omnah Foundation, which provides financial support to families who are hoping to adopt orphans. Through his own personal experience, he realized how expensive adoption is and that many families who are eager to adopt are prevented due to financial constraints. However, knowing how beautiful adoption can be, he wanted to utilize his real estate business to help families that can’t do it alone. To hear Whitney’s story and learn about how he grew one of the most popular daily real estate podcasts in the business, I encourage you to tune in to today’s episode!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSupport the show on Patreon:patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Whitney, you can find him at:https://lifebridgecapital.com/personnel/whitney-sewell/https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-sewell/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

What does it mean to be a real estate developer?We all know them as the guys and gals who build buildings, but they definitely aren't laying bricks and operating cranes in their hard hats and suits…Furthermore, development companies tend to run with lean teams of a dozen or so professionals and often fewer, so even if they were the people laying bricks, every project would take an eternity!Andrew Esposito is a real estate developer in New York City, and he describes the role of a developer as “herding cats…”This is because the developer in a real estate deal is the central conductor that coordinates and oversees all the moving parts and stakeholders involved in a project.A developer is a bit like a film director, orchestrating a large, diverse cast of professionals, all with their specific roles and responsibilities. They work with architects, engineers, builders, contractors, local authorities, investors, lawyers, marketing and sales teams, and often, the local community. Their goal? To ensure the project comes together on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all involved.Andrew’s job isn't just to make sure all these pieces fit together. He needs to ensure they do so in a way that results in a profitable, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing development. It's about striking a balance between creativity and practicality, risk and reward, ambition and feasibility.So while real estate developers may not be laying bricks, they're certainly building - building ideas, building teams, building plans, and ultimately, building the structures that shape our cities and towns. It's a monumental task, akin to herding cats, but when done right, we get the beautiful spaces in which we live, work, and play every day.Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSupport the show on Patreon:patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Andrew, you can find him at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-esposito-95a1349a/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:

Wouldn’t it be amazing if the government paid you to contribute to society?Well, it turns out they do…Tom Wheelwright is an expert tax advisor for high-net-worth individuals and investors, including Robert Kiyosaki, and has written multiple books on the topic, such as the incredibly popular Rich Dad Advisor book, Tax-Free Wealth. In his most recent book, Win-Win Wealth Strategy, he explains that the government uses powerful tax credits and incentives to incentive citizens to invest their money into things that help society and the government would be incapable of accomplishing on their own. He breaks it down into 7 categories of things the government pays you to do:Activities that create jobsCreating new technologyCreating energyGrowing foodInvesting in renewablesGetting insuranceAnd, saving for retirementIf you want to learn more about how to utilize these strategies, I definitely recommend tuning into today’s interview with Tom and checking out his fantastic books!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSupport the show on Patreon: patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Tom, you can find him at:https://tomwheelwright.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Jake Clopton is a serial entrepreneur, author, and economist. With a focus in real estate and finance, he is actively involved in various aspect of commercial lending, insurance products, property ownership & management, and is a regular contributor to both print and broadcast media.Current ownership and companies include;Clopton Capital – Jake Founded Clopton Capital in 2009 as a way for property owners and operators to efficiently access both debt and JV equity for commercial properties deals. The company focuses on the small to middle market space and all asset classes. Since its inception, Jake and Clopton Capital have arranged Billions of dollars in financing for borrowers across the country.Clopton Insurance Services – A national insurance agency that focuses solely on commercial property and business insurance.Multiple apartment communities – Jake is the owner and operator of several apartment communities serving residents across the Chicagoland area.He knows all about how to find debt and equity in today's market, so definitely check out this episode!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSupport the show on Patreon:patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Jake, you can find him at:https://cloptoncapital.com/about-us/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

In real estate, you make your money when you buy. However, it’s obviously easier said than done…The goal of investors is to acquire properties at a discount to their actual or potential value and hold them until they can sell them for more or add value to the properties to force appreciation. However, theoretically, this shouldn’t be possible. For example, look at the stock market. There is this idea called the efficient market hypothesis, which says that a stock’s price reflects all known information about the underlying company, and therefore, the stock price reflects the true value of the company, and a discount would be impossible. However, what’s a real estate asset’s price? Whether you believe the efficient market hypothesis or not, real estate is nowhere near as liquid as a stock and doesn’t have a price that gets adjusted every second of the business day. Therefore, it is up to the buyer and the seller to determine on their own what the value of a property is based on what they believe about any given asset and the trajectory of the market it falls in. Mark Updegraff applies this principle when searching for real estate investments by identifying properties in near geographies that he believes are slated for growth but have yet to be realized by other investors. By becoming an expert in his favorite markets, Mark creates an advantage because he builds up an understanding of property values in a market that others do not have. If you want to hear more about his strategies, tune in to today’s episode!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSupport the show on Patreon:patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Mark, you can find him at:https://updegraff.info/about/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Subscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Stuart, you can find him at:Stuart@StuartGethner.com(480) 443-4500www.ContactStuart.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah - Richard Bach

I’m sure we’re all thinking the same thing right now: Taxes suck…However, most of us have accepted them as one of two inevitables.Not real estate investors…Most of us have heard something about how real estate investing helps with taxes, but how does it work?The underlying idea behind many of the real estate tax-savings strategies is:The Depreciation Tax Shield. Depreciation is the idea that assets deteriorate over time due to usage, obsolescence, weather, etc. The IRS allows you to estimate the value that is lost to depreciation each year and deduct it from your taxable income.However, unlike utilities, labor, and electricity, the depreciation expense doesn’t require an outflow of cash. It’s just an expense on paper, which means you get the pocket of the cash that you save on your tax bill each year!This is an overly simplified explanation of depreciation, but I go into more detail on the topic and many more tax savings strategies, like the 1031 exchange, cost segregation, and real estate professional status, in this week's episode!I recommend checking it out if you don’t want next April to be much more of a happy time! Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechAlso, Shout out to Yonah Weiss for the awesome conversation on Cost Segregation in Episode 21 of Real Estate Milestones! Support the show on Patreon:patreon.com/RealestatemilestonesSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! https://benmalech.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=350ca1e8dcceca79189398d18&id=6b0fe0bccaTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

To rise to the top, you need to have a competitive advantage…This doesn’t mean just being really good at something; it means having the capacity to do something that nobody else in your market is capable of.If you want to see what I mean, take a look at Rise48. In the last 4 years, CEO Zach Hapstonstall and his team have acquired over $1.8 Billion of real estate in their hometown of Pheonix and recently expanded to Dallas. They have grown at such a fast pace because they vertically integrated the company in such a way that allows them to close deals and complete renovations faster than any of their competitors while creating a higher degree of certainty in their budgets and execution. By bringing construction and property management in-house and building exclusive relationships with suppliers, they’ve been able to insulate themselves from price volatility and supply chain issues in construction and constantly execute their business plans on time. Every month over schedule and dollar over budget hurts investors, but having high control over your business processes will allow you to be the faster player in the game. I encourage anyone interested to tune in to today’s episode to hear how Zach has grown Rise48 to the biggest acquirer of multifamily in Phoenix!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Zach, you can find him at:https://rise48equity.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-haptonstall/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Daily Laws - Robert Greene

Speed, ease, and certainty have a monetary value in transactions…For example, look at a car dealership.People know they are not getting top dollar when they sell their car to a dealership, but they are willing to do so because it’s way more convenient than taking the time to search for a buyer online who you might back out at the last minute. This is the principle that drives the business of today’s guest.Pete Reese is the President of Reelvest Properties, and he’s in the business of land flipping. Pete buys land from people who want to quickly sell their land in an all-cash transaction, and then he lists the property on the market until another buyer is willing to pay the full market price. It’s amazing how many different avenues there are for real estate investors to create a business in this industry, so feel free to check out today’s episodes if you want to learn about another one!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Pete, you can find him at:https://turningprofit.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Some people leave their money in banks because they think investing is too risky…Of course, all investments come with risk… but investing is about generating a return that is favorable relative to the risk you are taking on.While you can earn some interest on your deposits, the banks earn much more interest by investing the money you deposited while you still take on the risk of their investment.Banks can offer you the advantage of liquidity, but if you know you don’t need to withdraw your money for a certain amount of time, you should look for a safe way to grow your money that more than compensates you for the risk you might bear.Real estate is the choice of a large number of wealthy individuals because investment properties generate a stable flow of income, hedge the effects of inflation, and give you the certainty that your investment won’t vanish into thin air!However, many people assume real estate investing is not available to them because they do not have the time or expertise to find and manage deals, which is why I’m excited to have had an opportunity to interview, CEO of Praxis Capital, Brian Burke!Brian is the author of “The Hands-off Investor” which is the preeminent guide for passive investing in private real estate deals in which he gives you all the tools you need to find and evaluate reliable real estate investment managers who will invest on your behalf.I highly recommend checking out Brian’s book and listening to today’s episode if you want safe ways to protect and grow your wealth without sacrificing your time or peace of mind!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Brian, you can find him at:Book: www.BiggerPockets.com/SyndicationBook www.PraxCap.com www.linkedin.com/in/praxiscapitalhttps://www.facebook.com/praxcap/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert Kyosaki

It’s only been 2 months, but 2023 has been a tumultuous year for real estate…But when things change, those who adapt quickly will win.In today’s episode, I welcome my friend Jeffrey Donis onto the show for the second time to discuss the lessons he’s learned from acquiring 150+ units last year and how he and his partners are pivoting their strategy in 2023.Currently, transaction volume is very low because it's hard for buyers to find deals that pencil out. This has put a lot of them on the sidelines.However, Jeffrey’s philosophy is never to stop looking for deals because if he finds one now, he’ll have less competition and buy at a better price. Furthermore, he’s adjusted his strategy to ensure he targets deals with a size and location that suits his competitive advantage.I encourage anyone who’s interested to tune in to hear Jeffrey and me discuss how the current interest rates and market changes affect real estate metrics and investor behavior!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Jeffrey, you can find him at:https://www.donisinvestmentgroup.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Shoe Dog - Phil Knight

Today’s guest owns 5 companies…It’s definitely a lot of work, but I’m impressed that he’s even able to do it. In today’s episode, Bill Allen tells his story of doing his first fix and flip as an active-duty Navy pilot to doing hundreds per year while also investing, lending, farming, and teaching others how to do it all. However, he didn’t start all of these companies at the same time…For Bill, it all comes down to having the right people and processes.Once he is able to get a business off the ground, he hires a COO to run the day-to-day while he shifts the majority of his focus to his new venture. However, the key to Bill’s success is that, from the beginning, he wasn’t afraid to follow his passion, even when it was difficult. His advice to me is to get super clear with my goals, and I’ll be able to accomplish more than I can imagine…Tune in to today’s episode to hear Bill’s story and learn from his many lessons along the way!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Bill, you can find him at:https://www.youtube.com/@BillAllenREIhttps://www.youtube.com/@7FigureFlippingTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Extreme Ownership - Jocko Willink and Leif BabinExpert Secrets - Russell BrunsonThe E-Myth Revisited - Michael E. Gerber

Once you decide to invest in real estate, the natural next question is, “Where?”Most people agree that location is the most important component of a property, but picking a location is by no means easy…However, I’d like to shout out to Neal Bawa for building an impressive large data model that accurately predicts which U.S. cities are the best to invest in and has been kind enough to share his findings with us!He has identified the 5 metrics that are most directly correlated with the returns on investment of real estate deals in any given city, which are as follows:Population GrowthIncome GrowthAvg. Home/Condo Value GrowthCrime ReductionJob GrowthIn today's episode, I go into detail on each of the 5 metrics and let you know where to find all of the data!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechP.S. I encourage anyone who’s interested in learning more to check out Neal’s Location Magic Workshop for free at MultifamilyU!Resources Mentioned:https://multifamilyu.com/courses/location-magic-ecoursehttps://www.city-data.com/https://www.deptofnumbers.com/https://grocapitus.com/neal-bawa/Subscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Can you Guess the City?It's the 5th fast-growing population of big cities in the U.S. over the last 5 years,2nd Highest Income Growth over the last year,and was named ULI’s best place to invest in real estate in 2023…If you guessed Nashville, TN, you’re right!As a young person who wants to invest in real estate, it’s important to consider not only what a city looks like now but what are its future growth prospects.Nashville has an incredible growth story.If you take into account all of the real developments that are currently proposed and in progress, the entire skyline of the city will look completely different in 5 years.Today, I’ve invited Tyler Cauble on the show to discuss how Nashville has grown since he began developing real estate at the age of 21 and what the future of the city will look like!As someone who plans to be in the industry for a long time, it's always a pleasure to get an inside perspective from market experts, and Tyler is certainly an expert on Nashville, so tune in to hear about his exciting journey and how he’s contributing to the city’s growth!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Tyler, you can find him at:Instagram:Tyler’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TylerCauble?app=desktopHomePage: https://www.tylercauble.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylercauble/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:

I want to tell you about one of the things I love about real estate…In the real estate market, Win/Win Scenarios are common…Most people consider the Stock market to be a Zero-Sum Game because, for every winner, there is a loser.If a stock goes up in value, the buyer wins, and the seller loses, and vice versa. However, in real estate, a seller can sell a property for a fair market value, and the buyer can force appreciation by making improvements to the property or operations. This could be a Win/Win because the seller can realize the increase in value that occurred over their hold period, and the buyer can make improvements the increase the value of their asset!Although the seller knows that their property could be worth more if they add value to it, they might not be interested, willing, or able to spend the time and money. Also, the tenants of the building win becasue they get to enjoy the improvements!If you are interested, here’s a short video where I break down this concept in more detail!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

In ECON 101, we learn if Demand stays constant and Supply decreases, then Price goes up. During COVID, Supply was constricted, hence all the Price Inflation.Now, Supply is back online, and we had deflation of -0.1% in December, so does that mean The Fed will change its policy soon?Of course, that’s a complicated question…Fortunately, renowned economist, Dr. Peter Linneman, is willing to help us sort this out! Dr. Linneman is a Principal of Linneman Associates, real estate investor, strategic consultant, and Emeritus Professor at the Wharton School of Business, and on today’s episode, we discuss inflation, interest rates, and everything else affecting the economy and investments! The Fed seems to want to continue restricting Demand through increased unemployment by increasing interest rates. However, given the relative strength of the consumer in the current economy and the current undersupply of labor, Dr. Linneman hopes The Fed will not continue to raise rates for very much longer, because, with inflation already beginning to come down, holding interest rates high for too long will likely end up doing more harm than good.Additionally, last year the population grew by 4.7M, but only 1.2M jobs were created, so it seems counterintuitive to pursue policies that discourage new job formation given that results in wasted human capital. On the flip side, some argue that the threat posed by the possibility that the slowdown in inflation is temporary means that The Fed should maintain its policy. In other words, the threat of undercorrecting is great than the threat of overcorrecting. What do you all think?Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Dr. Linneman, you can find him at:https://www.linnemanassociates.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow - Michael Roizen, Dr. Peter LinnemanMilton Friedman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milton_Friedman

Insurance is weird…You’re only happy that you have to pay for it when something really bad happens. However, the increasing impact that climate change has on the availability and price of insurance is something that I don’t hear enough real estate investors talk about…Places like Florida and New Orleans, which have a history of hurricanes, have already begun to feel the changes in how the insurance industry perceives climate risk, but the coasts aren’t the only places that will be affected. Polar vortexes have hit as low as Northern Texas, and we’re seeing tornadoes in places that haven’t seen one in any of our lifetimes, and if investors aren’t careful, these risks might cause a big hit to your bottom line. Luckily, we have provident investors like B.L. Sheldon to educate us about how to prepare our real estate portfolios for the effects of climate change. B.L. Sheldon is the Author of Fearless: Real Estate Investing in the Era of Climate Change, and in this episode, she uncovers the blindspots that all real estate owners need to consider. No matter one’s political, religious, or personal views, there is a preponderance of evidence that climate risk poses a threat to real estate everywhere, so tune in to get ahead of the game!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Brooke, you can find him at:https://realestatetrendshark.com/about-bl-sheldon/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:East of Eden - John Steinbeck

Today’s guest is none other than “The Mad Scientist of Multifamily,” and after building up a $1B+ real estate portfolio, he has an unconventional piece of advice: Don’t Trust Your Gut…With a background as a Silicon Valley technologist, Neal Bawa entered the world of real estate committed to using data science to drive his investment decisions.After many years of collecting data and crafting data models, Neal has isolated the few metrics that have an outsized ability to predict which real estate markets will generate the greatest returns…Neal is a successful PropTech & Real Estate investors and the Founder of Grocapitus & MultifamilyU, and while his investors trust him with over a billion dollars in assets, he trusts cutting edge data methodologies to ensure his investments are successful! In today’s episode, Neal sheds light on the 5 most important metrics to consider when choosing a real estate market and explains why his models are predicting a shallow recession in 2023. Neal is an incredible investor and communicator who shares incredibly powerful insights, so I encourage you to tune in!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Neal, you can find him at:Grocapitus: https://grocapitus.com/neal-bawa/MultifamilyU: https://multifamilyu.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Miricle Morning - Hal Elrod

Over the last 40 years, interest rates have trended down and to the right, with only a handful of periods in which The Fed raised rates. Clearly, we are now in one of these periods, which begs the question: “How long will The Fed keep rates high?”This is a particularly poignant question given the popularity of short-term floating-rate loans for value-add projects over the last few years. Many of these borrowers expected to refinance these loans into fixed-rate longer-term products at their loan’s maturity, but most of them did not expect rates to rise as fast as they have over the last 6 months, which puts a lot of pressure on their deal.If their property cannot service these higher interest payments, they may be forced to sell if they cannot find the money they need to bring to a lender to refinance at a lower loan-to-value. In today’s episode, Founder of Raises.com, Natu Myers, and I discuss how long The Fed may continue it’s policy, what challenges this may cause to the economy, and what opportunities may arise as a result.Obviously, nobody has a crystal ball, but we might not need one to speculate about how the next few years will play out, so tune into this fun conversation about the future of the industry!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Natu, you can find him at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/natumyers/https://raises.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Thinking in Bets - Annie DukePrinciples - Ray Dalio

For many of us, a new year means new goals… But first, it’s important to ask yourself this awkwardly difficult question…“How did I do on my 2022 goals?”Unfortunately, many of us probably fell short of a few goals. However, before moving on, it’s important to reflect on what went wrong because the richest lessons can be found within the biggest failures.In this first episode of the new year, my friend, Jonny Cattani, comes on the show as the first repeat guest of Real Estate Milestones!A year ago, on the podcast, Jonny set ambitious goals for 2022…Although Jonny accomplished many impressive feats last year, in today’s episode we discuss why he fell short of his loftiest goals and how he is going to pivot in 2023.Jonny shares many thought-provoking lessons about starting a business and adapting to change, so I encourage anyone who wants to accomplish big things in 2023 to tune in!Keep Making Milestones, BenSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Jonny, you can find him at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-cattani-53159b179/https://cattanicapitalgroup.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Principles - Ray DalioLil Wayne

Curiosity and a Relentless Hunger for Growth.These have been the defining characteristics of my year…Today is the 1-year anniversary of the launch of my podcast, and to commemorate the occasion, I have a very special anniversary episode for you all…Today’s episode is with Hunter Thompson, Host of one of my favorite podcasts, Cashflow Connections!Hunter is a real estate Capital Raiser and Founder of Asym Capital, where he has raised over $70MM, and I’ve picked up on many powerful lessons while working with him…In today’s special crossover episode, Hunter and I discuss the biggest lessons I’ve taken away from 100+ episodes of his podcast!Here are just a few:Competitive Advantage is Key:Hunter only invests with sponsors that have an advantage that assures him that the return of a deal is asymmetrically large relative to the risk he is taking. For example, if a syndicator is vertically integrated they are better able to ensure timely execution, accurate expense assumptions, and economies of scale.Diversification Wins in the Long Run:Many people think diversification is a mix of stocks and bonds, but Hunter takes the idea much further. A diverse portfolio can include numerous various asset classes of real estate like multifamily, retail, industrial, and maybe even ATMs and mineral rights. Hunter also diversifies across sponsors with differing business models, risk profiles, and philosophies.You don’t have to be an Expert to start a Podcast:I was hesitant to start a podcast because I didn’t think I was an expert yet, but Hunter introduced me to the idea of The 4 Attractive Characters, The Leader, The Adventurer, The Reporter, and The Reluctant Hero, and I didn’t need to be an expert to bring you all expert insights. Nobody is truly an expert on more than 1 or 2 topics, but I can be The Reporter and interview the top experts on a variety of real estate topics.There is a lot more to learn from Hunter’s experience and expertise in today’s episode, so make sure to tune in for a year's worth of real estate knowledge!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Hunter, you can find him at:RaiseMasters: https://raisemasters.com/apply-webinar-3Asym Capital: https://asymcapital.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Raising Capital For Real Estate - Hunter ThompsonThe Machiavellians - James Burnham

When today’s guest said, “The history of Financial Technology comes down to ‘How trust is built.’” I realized something profound about the era we are living in… If you aren’t prepared to keep your entire life’s savings in a vault in your basement, you have to rely on the trust you have in some external entity. Governments have offloaded some of the trust we put into institutions through regulations and agencies like FDIC, but some people are even more wary of relying on governments. However, with the speed of technological innovation, it is not always easy to know who and what to trust (ask any of FTX’s customers…).In episode 51 of Real Estate Milestones, attorney, investor, and educator, Alex Talcott and I discuss the importance of trust in a world filled with rapid change. Given how fast technology can progress, it’s no wonder why governments have a hard time creating and implementing appropriate regulations. However, this means it’s more important than ever to be an educated steward of your own financial security, so it’s definitely not a bad idea to seek the perspectives of people with Alex’s experience in politics, technology, and law!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Alex, you can find him at:New Constellation Capital: https://newconstellationcapital.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newccap/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextalcottjd/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Plato’s Symposium Confessions - Saint Augustan Proof of Stake - Vitalik Buterin

I recently watched Tulane’s Football Team win the AAC Championship, and I can only imagine how hard the players had to work to achieve that success. However, my friend Sorrell Brown, an alum of the team, is onto his next challenge, which may be even harder than college football… starting a construction company…The first thing he realized was, “you don’t know what you don’t know.”Although he knows all about how to do construction, he did not realize how important sales skills were to winning construction bids. However, the adaptability and persistence that lead to his success as an athlete have led to his rapid growth as an entrepreneur, and it’s only a matter of time until he accomplishes his next goal. In the 50th episode of the podcast, Sorrell and I discuss how he is using the lessons he learned as a football player in starting his own real estate construction company in New Orleans, Rellestate!For the first time in Real Estate Milestones history, the conversation was recorded in person, to commemorate the 50th episode of the show, so tune in to hear Sorrell and I discuss teamwork, entrepreneurship, and philosophy!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Sorrell, you can find him at:RellEstate: https://rellestate.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referralPhone: (504) 470-3002LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sorrellbrowntu/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Great Unknown - Marcus du SautoySapiens - Yuval Noah Harari

It’s no secret that the economy is very shaky. Rising interest rates, rampant inflation, and hiring slow-downs are leading to uncertainty and fear.However, we all know that volatile markets breed tremendous opportunities to learn incredible lessons, make revolutionary changes, and generate outstanding profits!But, how do we find these opportunities and capitalize on them?!This is a question for the pioneers of the real estate industry, and luckily for us, 3 leading experts were kind enough to share their insights and real-time knowledge on this panel in the Tulane A.B. Freeman School of Business!John Payne:Mr. Payne is the CEO of VICI Properties, the highest-performing REIT in the S&P 500 in 2022! They own Casinos and entertainment real estate, including more than half of the Vegas Strip with assets such as MGM Grand, Ceaser's Palace, and The Venetian.Tara Hernandez:Ms. Hernandez is the President of JCH+ Properties, a real estate investment firm that converts underutilized real estate into modern, cool, and creative spaces. She is currently developing the River District on the riverfront of New Orleans, a 10-year multiple-billion-dollar project that is changing the business and cultural landscape of New Orleans!Callan Maumus:Mr. Maumus is Managing Director of NORF Projects, overseeing the development of 55 projects representing hundreds of thousands of square feet of opportunity zone and historic tax credit developments.Today you will get an inside perspective into:- Emerging trends in the real estate industry- The state of the real estate economy and investment market- The cutting-edge technology disrupting the industry- Which markets are booming with real estate investments and jobsI hope you enjoy what these amazing leaders have to offer!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about the Panelists, you can find them at:John Payne: https://viciproperties.com/team-vici/john-payne/Tara Hernandez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-hernandez-0093325/Callan Maumus: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullan-maumus-4a01416/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Would rather hold real estate debt or equity during a recession? Obviously, there is no simple answer to this question, and it always depends on the specifics of the deal, but regardless of your choice, investment strategies need to change with the times…Today’s guest has seen about a 20% drop in real estate prices from recent highs, as a holder of both residential debt and equity, she’s not too worried. Heather Dreves is the Director of Funding and Fund Manager at Secured Investment Corp, where she oversees two portfolios of both debt and equity residential real estate investments across the U.S.A. for accredited and non-accredited investors. Before The Fed’s recent rate hikes, most of her borrowers were fixing & flipping properties, but as values started to come down, she has seen a shift toward fixing and renting the houses out instead of selling at lower prices, which is a pivot she is also doing in her equity portfolio!An advantage of holding debt during a downturn is that you continue to receive your interest payments even if values go down. However, you also carry the risk of having to foreclose on a distressed asset in the worst-case scenario. Equity owners have the advantage of continuing to collect rents during a recession. However, there is always a chance your tenant won’t be able to pay, leading to eviction, or you might struggle to refinance your loan at high rates and lower value. Luckily for Heather, she gets the advantage of owning both and has the expertise to work through problems on either side because she is an expert in both!What do you all think: Debt or Equity? Tune in to hear, Heather and I talk about both!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Heather, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-dreves/https://securedinvestmentcorp.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

I’ve spoken to quite a few real estate investors over the past 3 weeks, and all of them are getting ready to invest in discounted opportunities over the next 18 months. However, I’m interested to see how they get deals done if lenders continue to hold back…Some investors are seeking Private Money loans, which are loans from high-net-worth individuals who want exposure to real estate without needing to execute the investment plan.Private Money might be a good option for investors because PM lenders are more flexible on loan terms and don’t have the strict borrower requirements of banks. Many wealthy investors are looking to lend out their money, so they want to generate a return and hedge inflation while they wait to take advantage of discounted opportunities, as well!Jay Conner is the President of The Private Money Authority, and started using private money loans when his bank stopped lending during The Great Financial Crisis. In today’s episode of Real Estate Milestones, Jay and I discuss the pros and cons of Private Money lending and how investors can get access to Private Money for their deals!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Jay, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/privatemoneyauthority/Jay’s Book: https://www.jayconner.com/book-details/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Og Mandino's University of Success

When I drive past a rundown house with overgrown grass and a tattered fence, I used to think it was a shame that the owner would leave their property in such a condition…Now, when I drive past, I wonder how much the owner is willing to sell the house for!This is because the eyesore represents an opportunity.No matter what the reason is for the property's condition, odds are that the owner does not want to deal with it and would be happy for someone to take it off their hands.But who would want to buy it?Today’s guest began his real estate journey doing just that.Zack Boothe is the Founder of DFD Mastery, where he teaches students how to identify, contact, and buy neglected and undervalued properties through strategies such as Driving For Dollars and Wholesaling.The concept is simple:If you can buy these rundown properties for their fair market value and then put time and money into improving them, you’ll be able to sell them for a lot more in a few months!However, if you don’t have the skills or money to do this, you can still get started in real estate by using a strategy called Wholesaling, which Zack and I discuss in today’s episode!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Zack, you can find him at:Driving for Dollars Mastery: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL9LDToGJCruOImtdwvnXBwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackboothe/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki

Sam Bates is the founder of Bates Capital Group, a real estate investment company committed to acquiring value-add investment opportunities for their investors. Their principal objective is to acquire high-quality assets that provide risk-adjusted returns to their investors. In today's episode, Sam Bates talks about the hottest real estate markets and the best strategies for navigating them. Keep Making Milestones, Ben Malech Subscribe to my Mailing List!!!! https://benmalech.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=350ca1e8dcceca79189398d18&id=6b0fe0bcca If you want to learn more about Sam, you can find him at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sambatesiv/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/h Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

If you are a student in college, the last thing you are probably thinking about is retirement. However, Right Now, many of us have a unique opportunity to set ourselves up to retire in paradise by making a few wise choices…For example, if you start investing your money in a Roth IRA Now, while you have a low or no tax rate, you will not have to pay any taxes on the gains when you withdraw during retirement.Another exciting strategy is to use a Self-Directed IRA, which would allow you to invest in real estate using your retirement funds!In today’s episode, Josh Plave tells the story of how he began saving his money in a Roth IRA at 16 years old after working a summer job down the street from his home in Rockville, MD!We are not tax advisors, so make sure to consult a CPA for specific tax advice, but if you want to learn about fascinating ways to create your best possible retirement, tune in to today’s interview! Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Josh, you can find him at:Josh’s Homepage: https://walltomain.com/about/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshplave/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Blue Ocean Strategy - Renée Mauborgne and W. Chan KimShownotes:1:00 - Where did Josh go to High School?2:00 - What was Josh’s first real estate investment? 3:00 - Josh’s first retirement account5:30 - How he made 12% passively7:30 - Different types of retirement accounts9:30 - Self-directed IRAs12:30 - Investing in real estate for the best retirement14:45 - Limitations on IRAs17:00 - Passing retirement accounts to beneficiaries18:30 - How to prevent taxes using retirement accounts20:30 - Roth Conversions23:00 - What is UBIT?27:00 - How Josh’s LP experience makes him a better GP 28:50 - Lightning Round!!!

There is one particular Megatrend that’s barreling toward us and nobody wants to talk about it…I don’t blame them, it’s not the most exciting. However, we need to face the facts…Every day, 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65, and…By 2030, 1 out of every 5 Americans will be over retirement age. That means there will be more retirees than people under 18 years old!The question is, where are all our loved ones going to live as they get older? Unfortunately, the U.S. senior-living industry is projected to be short ~1,500,000 units by 2030. Additionally, the vast majority of the new units are being built in the most expensive price range.Stuart Keller of Lloyd Jones, sees a tremendous investment opportunity. Stuart and his partners are developing incredible senior-living communities for the 60% of seniors who are currently underserved. If you want to learn about their creativity and innovative strategies, such as hotel conversions, and learn about this BOOMING investment opportunity, you got to tune in to today’s episode!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Stuart, you can find him at:Website: https://lloydjonesllc.com/Stuart’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-keller-cam-27547b37/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Can’t Hurt Me - David GogginsExtreme Ownership - Jocko Willinck

Where do good business ideas come from?Some ideas are crafted over years of careful planning. Some people are just struck by sudden inspiration…Often, the best ideas are standing right in front of you. If you experience the same problem repeatedly day after day, you might be on the brink of something great… Grant Weiss started his career working in institutional real estate investments, and after years of frustration using the same outdated and glitchy software, he knew there had to be a better way. With no background in software engineering, he began teaching himself how to code by building a more powerful and effective software, which is now his company, RockVal!If you have aspirations to build a company or you are interested in how Tech is impacting the real estate industry, I recommend tuning in to hear Grant’s story!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Grant, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-weiss-42b75347/RockVal: https://www.rockval.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Here’s a question you’ve heard for as long as you can remember:“What do you want to be when you grow up?”Most of our answers have changed over time, and many of us are still asking the question.Now, think back to the first answer you had to this question…Many of us probably wanted to be an astronaut, an athlete, or a firefighter!No matter what you wanted to be as a child, I challenge you to ask yourself,Why were you drawn to that job, and how did you feel when you used to think about it?Personally, when I think about the career I imagine for myself in commercial real estate, I’m filled with the same childish sense of excitement, knowing that I will play a part in building and enhancing the world that all of us live in every single day!In today’s episode, Tucker Wells shares his advice for how to find opportunities that fit who you are and how to excel throughout the hiring process.Tucker is the Head of Training and Careers at Adventures in CRE, and has years of experience helping college students and graduates start their careers in CRE, so you will not want to miss the tactics and guidance he shares in this episode!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Tucker, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuckerwells/A.CRE: https://www.adventuresincre.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike - Phil Knight

Starting a podcast is like diving into the deep end before learning how to swim.But we all know you can’t learn to swim by just standing on the edge of a diving board…After 40 episodes of Real Estate Milestones, I have grown in more ways than I could have ever imagined.In today’s episode, Adam Carswell and I reminisce on how each of our journeys in podcasting began and how much each of us has grown as communicators since then.We discuss how to be a powerful communicator, how to start a podcast, and some very exciting things to come!The common theme in our stories is our inclination to take action at all points of our journey.Before I first pressed record, I was worried that I wasn’t ready because I had not yetfound my voice.Soon after, I realized the only way to find your voice is to use it.This isn’t something that happens instantaneously - Trust me, check at the first few episodes…But having the courage to jump in and take imperfect action is the most effective way to build the skills you need to accomplish the goals you thrive to achieve.Adam, Thank you for giving me the push I needed at the beginning of all this. Without you, I might still be staring down into the water, getting lost in all the things that might go wrong. I’m excited to see what adventures our future holds!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Adam, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ixcarswell/https://carswell.io/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiGreat Adam Quotes from today's Episode: You got to be bad for long enough before you become good - Adam Carswell Being a good listener is the best place to being to become a good communicator - Adam Carswell

This might sound counterintuitive, but I’ve learned more from my favorite fiction books than from the most informative non-fiction books…When I first started learning about real estate, I would read book after book, practically pumping my brain full of information.Once I began seeing the same points over and over, I thought, “now what?”Needing a break from the business books, I picked up “Out of The Silent Planet” by C.S. Lewis and was taken on an adventure to Mars where I was forced to ask myself how I would react to a variety of morally challenging and life-threatening situations.While I still read a ton of real estate and non-fiction books, I ended up learning more about my own worldview and the intricacies of human nature than I could ever have from the typical business how-to book, because I was drawn into the story by my emotions and learned deep life lessons from the fantastical tribulations of the characters.Rich Fettke shares this same love for the power of stories and has combined it with his love of real estate.In this episode, Rich and I discuss the themes of his latest book, The Wise Investor, which is the story of an overworked professional who realizes in order to be fulfilled, he needs to make a change in his life.Tune in to hear how Rich has made over $1B in real estate investments, how he was challenged during 2008, and how he discovered his life’s purpose!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Rich, you can find him at:RealWealth - https://realwealth.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fettke/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Wise Investor - Rich FettkeRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiOptimize.me - https://www.heroic.us/optimizeShownotes:1:30 - Who is Rich Fettke?4:30 - Rich had 6 months to live7:30 - Growing the business and portfolio to $1.5B13:00 - How 2008 slammed Rich and his real estate portfolio16:40 - Why we are NOT in a repeat of 2008 in 202219:00 - How to persevere when Fear strikes23:00 - Rich’s latest book!25:00 - Why Rich wrote a real estate Story and not a non-fiction book28:00 - The lessons to learn from his story31:00 - Philosophy and Plato33:00 - Best way to think about assets and liabilities36:00 - Where Rich is investing40:00 - Lightning round!!!

There are so many reasons I love living in New Orleans, but hurricanes are not one of them…Hurricane Ida did $120B in damage, and 99% of New Orleans was left without power. Unfortunately, Ida is probably not the last hurricane to affect our coastal cities and towns. Thankfully, we have inventors with the audacity to design a solution. David Atkinson is the Creator of the Z Sphere, which is a hurricane-resistant and energy-independent modular structure that can resist winds up to 250mph without losing a wifi signal!David envisions a future where we can watch a hurricane pass by in the comfort of our home while we proceed with life as usual. It’s inspiring to see Innovations like the Z Sphere as part of the next wave of sustainable infrastructure that represents humankind’s ability to persist through any challenge we face. Check out today’s episode to hear David and I discuss the Energy Crisis, the future, and how the Z Sphere is reinventing real estate!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about David, you can find him at:Z Sphere - https://myzsphere.com/David’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-atkinson-zsphere/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Atlas Shrugged - Ayn RandGulag Archipelago - Aleksandr SolzhenitsynThe Long Emergency - James Howard KunstlerOut of The Silent Planet - C.S. LewisShownotes:1:45 - How David got his start7:30 - Why energy is what the economy is made of11:50 - The problem with wind turbines15:00 - How will we transition to the next source of energy?17:20 - Why we need to make our buildings more important20:30 - Building hurricane-resistant buildings23:30 - How Disney inspired David27:20 - The 1st Z-Sphere project29:08 - Hurricane Ida31:00 - How Z-Sphere works37:20 - The economics of climate change43:30 - Lightning Round!!!

Do most people start their real estate investing journey with single-family homes?Many of my friends in the industry have told me the story of their transition from SFRs and fix&flips to CRE investing.Here are a few of the reasons people have made the switch:Better cash flow and appreciation.Better financing options.Economies of scale.Easier to invest from a distance.Can hire better 3rd party managers.Can add more value.Can do it passively.Today’s guest, Aaron Kreymer, is transitioning to multifamily investing so he can accomplish more with the limited time he has. Aaron reveals what he has learned doing fix&flips and why he is not doing another one anytime soon.Tune in to hear how Aaron plans to do his first CRE deal and to see what kind of investing is best for you!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Aaron, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-kreymer/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:How I Built This - Guy RazShownotes:00:50 - Who is Aaron Kreymer?2:30 - Common investment fears6:00 - Aaron’s next deal7:30 - Where are we in the market cycle?10:00 - Differences between multifamily and single-family investing13:30 - How Aaron lost money on his first deal21:15 - How to find partners to do deals with26:30 - Aaron’s experience in construction30:51 - Lightning Round!!!36:15 - How I would Invest $1MM Dollars!

When I heard this fact, I was shocked…Before I met today’s guest, I thought dry cleaning was harmless.But, little did I know…The environmental contaminants produced by dry cleaners are even harder and more costly to clean up than gas stations!Jim Cinelli is an Environmental Engineer and owner of Liberty Environmental, a consulting firm that helps real estate owners with their toughest environmental hazards.In today’s episode, Jim explains that liquid dry cleaning chemicals are heavier than water, which means they sink below the layer of groundwater under the soil, while gasoline stays on top.So when Jim’s team comes in to clean up the pollution, they got to DIG DEEP.MORAL OF THE STORY:Check a property’s history before sending out an offer!And… tune in to today’s episode to equip yourself against more costly nightmares!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Jim, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-cinelli-699ab61/Website: https://www.libertyenviro.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Crisis in Bethlehem - John StrohmeyerAtlas Shrugged - Ayn RandShownotes:00:50 - Who is Jim Cinelli?2:30 - What is environmental engineering?5:10 - Career paths in environmental consulting8:00 - Why every real estate owner needs Jim’s services11:45 - Phases to environmental engineering reports13:50 - Hardest environmental problem Jim has solved18:30 - Newest Environmental Technology21:30 - Who makes the environmental laws?26:00 - How to mitigate environmental risk before problems arise28:00 - Environmental Red Flags30:25 - Lightning Round

Wait… Inflation is bad, right? In his recent speech, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell emphasized his commitment to bringing inflation back down to his 2% goal (we are currently at 8.5%).However, if you owned multifamily real estate over the last few years, inflation has been your friend as unprecedented rent growth has driven up property values and cash flow. The question is:Will the Fed’s actions to combat inflation cause and other trends cause a reversal in values? Thankfully, in today’s episode of Real Estate Milestones, Kim Betancourt, an expert Multifamily Economist at Fannie Mae, unpacks all the metrics we must consider to answer this question. With new housing supply being delivered and interest rates likely continuing to rise, understanding how the market dynamics are changing is essential…So make sure to tune in to hear Kim’s projections on vacancy/concession rates, renter demand, and values over the next 18 months!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Kim, you can find him at:Fannie Mae: https://www.fanniemae.com/research-and-insightsTwitter: https://twitter.com/kim_betancourtLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimbetancourt/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/hBen’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Pet Sematary - Steven KingPerelandra - C.S. Lewishttps://wildsidepress.com/Shownotes:2:00 - How did Kim end up in the real estate industry?5:00 - Kim’s First Milestone7:15 - Kim’s Outlook on the state of the multifamily market9:32 - Headwinds that might hurt the investment market11:10 - What will rent growth be going forward?12:00 - Why Concessions are an overlooked trend in the industry17:00 - The data shows the stimulus money is gone18:30 - Vacancy Rate Trends21:10 - Why Interest Rates affect Property Values (CAP RATES)27:15 - Transaction Volume Projections29:40 - Fannie Mae Initiatives that support Affordable Housing34:35 - Lightning Round!!!35:45 - Amazing story about Kim’s favorite book, “Pet Sematary”

Who else thinks that the real estate industry is long overdue for a technology upgrade?The industry contributes almost $4 Trillion to global GDP every year, but most of the software the industry runs on looks like it was developed before I was born. Luckily we have entrepreneurs like Perry Zheng, who is leading the way in bringing Silicon Valley speed and elegance to the real estate industry!Perry is the Founder of Cash Flow Portal, a real estate syndication software and marketplace that connects passive investors with experienced real estate operators. After spending many years as a Software Engineer at Amazon, Twitter, and Lyft, Perry has brought his skills to the real estate industry and has helped sponsors raise over $500MM!Perry is an impressive individual who offers a powerful first principle mindset that is destined to disrupt the industry, so make sure to tune into today’s episode to get an inside look into the ensuing technological upgrade to the real estate investing process!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Perry, you can find him at:Check out Cash Flow Portal: https://www.cashflowportal.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perryzheng/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Traction - Gino WickmanHow To Get Rich - Felix DennisRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiY Combinator - Venture AcceleratorShownotes:00:50 - Who is Perry Zheng?4:00 - How he discovered real estate6:15 - The Engineer mindset - first principle thinking10:10 - What is Cash Flow Portal?12:20 - A unique explanation of real estate syndication17:20 - What Problems does Cash Flow Portal solve?20:30 - What Perry learned in Y Combinator23:30 - Cash Flow Portal Video Demonstration29:30 - How does that business work?33:40 - Silicon Valley secrets that only insiders would know36:00 - Lightning Round!For all sad words of tongue and pen, the saddest are these, “It might have been.” – John Greenleaf Whittier

Real estate is more expensive than ever, interest rates are rising, and the stock market is down over 20%...Despite the less than rosy picture, it seems like most people are not fearing the worst.Furthermore, just as the economy has two consecutive quarters of declining GDP, we’re told that a Recession is too complicated to have a definition.While economics can be a complicated topic, we’ve seen a lot of dancing around the idea of a recession in media and politics, which is why I turn to podcasts to seek the unfiltered opinions of experts.Unfortunately, today’s guest believes that the economy is heading for something much worse than most people are expecting.Scott Carson began buying distressed mortgages for pennies on the dollar after the housing market collapsed in 2008, and he believes that we are heading into the next big opportunity for note investors.In today’s episode, Scott explains how you can get ahead of the next big wave of distress through note investing so that you can make profits even in the most tumultuous market!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!!Click HereIf you want to learn more about Scott, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1scottcarson/Go to Noteweekend.com and Use Promo Code: “BEN”to Enroll in Scott’s Intro to Note Investing Class For Free!To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Outwitting The Devil - Napoleon HillThink and Grow Rich - Napoleon HillRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiShownotes:1:00 - How Scott’s first property flopped…4:15 - How Scott got into the Note Investing business6:30 - Big Short: Part 2?10:50 - Note Investing: 10113:20 - Why Note Investing is a win/win Scenario17:30 - How Scott helped Shelia stay in her house25:45 - 2022 Foreclosure numbers and opportunities30:30 - Affordable housing shortage35:00 - how to get started in note investing37:35 - Lightning Round!!!

Have you ever considered investing in real estate out of the country? Given the many benefits and strong fundamentals of US real estate, most of us rarely venture off of our home turf.However, we might be overlooking tremendous opportunities halfway around the globe. I was super surprised to learn that prior to the pandemic, Australia had 30 straight years of GDP growth and a population growth rate 3x faster than the USA!Today, I interview Australian real estate developer, Dan Lazar, to learn more about the Australian real estate market and how it differs from the markets we are familiar with.Make sure to check out today’s episode if you want to learn how to approach new investment markets and find potentially overlooked opportunities!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Dan, you can find him at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlazar99https://www.herox.com.au/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Four Agreements - Don Miguel RuizThe Book on Investing In Real Estate with No (and Low) Money Down - Brandon TurnerShownotes:00:50 - Who is Dan Lazar? 2:20 - Why you should look at 50 properties before submitting offers3:30 - How Dan met the biggest developer in Romania4:45 - Australian Real Estate 1018:00 - Why Dan loves Melbourne9:20 - Dan’s company HeroX10:45 - Building Dan’s Business12:20 - How Dan found his first investors14:15 - Key differences in Australian real estate investing18:30 - Australian interest rates20:20 - How to pick the best location to invest21:30 - Dan’s current development deals23:45 - Lightning Round!25:55 - Check in on Ben’s Journey

We can’t open up our favorite news app without reading something about electric vehicles. However, personal passenger vehicles account for less than 10% of carbon emissions. Guess how much comes from real estate…When you add up embodied emissions (created through the construction and procurement of buildings) and operational emissions (energy consumption and operations) - real estate is responsible for 40% of carbon emissions globally!Massive Problems = Massive Opportunities for GrowthLuckily, we have leaders like PJ Finley, who are guiding the industry toward a sustainable future!After closing billions in loans at CBRE, PJ’s passion for climate solutions led him to Northbridge ops, where he helps investors gain additional financing for sustainable property renovations through C-PACE financing. In today’s episode of Real Estate Milestones, P.J. breaks down the solution for us into 4 parts:Reducing Embodied Emissions by improving existing buildings instead of demolishingReducing Operational Emissions by improving energy efficiency and insulationMitigating Location-Driven Emissions by enhancing urban infrastructureApplying the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to construction and developmentWe are at a global inflection point where these solutions are becoming economically rational due to rapid technological progress. So, tune into today’s episode to learn how we can build a more sustainable future and make some profit in the process!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about P.J., you can find him at:Learn more about sustainable real estate: https://pjfinley.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pjfinley/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Biography of Elon Musk - Ashlee Vancehttps://www.breakthroughenergy.org/Shownotes:00:50 - Meet P.J.2:45 - Choosing a Career in CRE4:45 - PJ’s experience on the Large Loan Team at CBRE6:20 - PJ’s passion for climate solutions7:30 - How PJ became an Angel Investor10:15 - What is C-PACE financing?12:00 - C-PACE for huge NYC Office buildings14:15 - Who can use C-PACE15:50 - How C-PACE money gets into the deal19:00 - Where does the money come from?24:30 - How to fix the Real Estate Industry to save the world26:30 - 4 Components of Climate Change in Real Estate33:00 - What we need to do to reverse the problem35:38 - The clean restoration of New York City41:40 - Lightning Round45:00 - My Investment Thesis

Teamwork is one of the most powerful ways to succeed in real estate because a team can accomplish things you could have never done alone. The wealthiest real estate investors have known this all along, which is why they have been forming partnerships for centuries. However, it has not been easy for ordinary investors to group invest until today’s guest began making his dream a reality!Travis Smith and his brothers wanted to begin investing in real estate, but none of them had enough capital to go at it alone, so they decided to pool their minds and money. After 3 long months of struggling to form an LLC and organize their funds, they finally were able to start searching for deals.However, Travis knew there had to be a better way, which led him to found TribeVest!TribeVest is a collaborative group investing platform that enables friends and family to organize as an investor group, pool money, and manage joint investments in as little as two days!In today’s episode, we discuss…How to find partners who have strengths that are compatible with yoursWhat drew Travis and his brothers toward real estate investingWhy lowering the barriers of entry into real estate is one of Travis’ passionsThe craziest investments ever made on TribeVest!If you want to hear the story of how a market-disrupting technology is created and learn why TribeVesting might be the best entry into real estate for you, this episode may lead to endless possibilities!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about Travis, you can find him at:TribeVest: https://www.tribevest.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travissmithmovethechannel/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Lean Start-Up - Eric RiesRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiShownotes:0:50 - Meet Travis Smith2:05 - What is TribeVest?3:30 - Partnering with people to invest4:30 - Building wealth with your family or friends7:25 - Advantages of forming a team10:30 - What it takes to be a real estate investor 12:30 - The magic of looking for deals16:40 - The shift to the investor mindset19:00 - How TribeVest works21:30 - Who would benefit from TribeVest?24:00 - Investing in racehorses and whisky with TribeVest?27:30 - How TribeVest manages your money30:15 - Lightning Round!33:15 - Advice if you are starting out35:30 - Pain + Reflection = Growth36:40 - Tribevest in its final form

When you look around at the economy and world, it’s not hard to see that the entire financial system is undergoing a massive change. For most of our lives, we focus on accumulating wealth, whether through our job, investing in real estate, or starting companies. However, in this chaotic environment, if we do not create a capital allocation plan, we run the risk of losing what we’ve worked so hard to gain. Thankfully, in today’s episode, M.C. Laubscher shares his approach to building and preserving our assets, so we can create an enriching and abundant future for the people we love!M.C. Laubscher is the host of Cash Flow Ninja, a podcast that has over 6,000,000 downloads! M.C. has interviewed many hundreds of Cash Flow Ninjas, such as Robert Kiyosaki and Grant Cardone, to uncover the strategies that we can use to grow and preserve our wealth in a changing economy. In today’s episode, we discuss…How M.C. was able to start multiple successful companies after coming to the U.S. from South Africa with only $500.Infinite-Banking and how you can create your own personal banking economy to invest in cash-flowing real estate without paying taxes. How the global technological revolution will disrupt the financial system that we are all familiar with.Why Elon Musk invested in himself after selling PayPal, instead of storing his wealth in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.If you want to hear how one of the leaders in the podcasting space approaches growing and preserving his wealth, or you want to know how to position yourself in this period of massive wealth transfer, then this episode is a must-listen!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechSubscribe to my Mailing List!!!! Click HereIf you want to learn more about the M.C., you can find him at:https://cashflowninja.com/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:21 Best Cashflow Niches - M.C. LaubscherRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiA Creature From Jekyll Island - G. Edward GriffinShow Notes:1:00 - MC’s journey to the USA3:00 - MC’s first real estate investment 4:45 - How MC became his own banker6:30 - What is a Cashflow Ninja?9:00 - What Cashflow Ninja’s do differently10:20 - The fourth industrial revolution14:00 - MC’s Stable of Horses for capital positioning18:50 - Framework for your personal finance strategy20:30 - How Elon Musk does it26:00 - What is Infinite Banking?30:00 - Where should you store your cash?34:45 - How to build wealth Tax-free39:00 - Why Warren Buffet loves insurance46:30 - Lightning Round!49:30 - How to overcome analysis paralysis51:20 - How MC lost everything and built back better

Would you live in a Tiny Home???In a world that is becoming increasingly digitized, Americans are needing less and less space to live.According to recent studies, 23% of all Americans (and 34% of Americans age 18-34) say they would live in a tiny home or heavily consider living in a tiny home. Additionally, tiny home development is expected to increase by $3.5 billion by 2026!So, what is a tiny home?In today's episode, Brad Cartier, and I discuss tiny homes, missing middle multifamily, and other potential solutions to the affordable housing crisis in America. Brad explains that tiny homes are roughly 400 sq/ft and are an alternative entry into homeownership for people who are not yet able to afford large down payments for traditional housing.Brad Cartier is a cofounder of Blair Capital Asset Management which develops and manages missing middle multifamily in the Ottawa area and he oversees over a portfolio of around 100 rental properties including long, medium, and short-term rentals.Brad is also a writer on all things real estate for Briefcase where he is a co-founder, as well as other outlets such as Motley Fool, Roofstock, and Stessa.In today’s episode, we discuss…Are we in a housing bubble?Why fixed rates loans are only 5 years in Canada not 30 yearsWhat missing-middle multifamily is and why Brad is developing itRegulations Canada and California are passing to address the affordable housing issueIf you hope to develop a strong understanding of the current state of the American housing market, tune in to today’s episode to learn from Brad’s experience as a developer and industry researcher!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about the Brad, you can find him at:Brad’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-cartierSubscribe to the Briefcase Newsletter: https://briefcase.email/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki

What if there was an app where you could start investing in real estate with only $10?It’s no question that real estate has been one of the best investments since before financial markets were even invented. However, in the 21st century, real estate is expensive and many deals are only available to accredited investors, which makes it difficult for the majority of people to invest in real estate.I’d like to introduce you to my friends over at Pocket Properties. Zach Reinhardt and Shawn Sadler are on a mission to make real estate investing available to everybody. The team over at pocket properties is in the Beta phase of their app that lets anyone invest in fractional shares of both real estate debt and equity for as little as $10! In today’s episode, we discuss…The start-up process and how to innovate in the tech spaceWhat Pocket Properties is doing differently than any of its competitorsThe difference between investing in debt and equity dealsHow blockchain technology will become part of the real estate industryIf you want to learn how Pocket Properties is utilizing powerful new technologies to revolutionize the real estate industry and where they are in the start-up launching process, I encourage you to tune in to today's episode of Real Estate Milestones! Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechResources Mentioned: Start with Why - Simon SineckPrinciples for Dealing with the Changing World Order - Ray DalioRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KyosakiRichest Man in Babylon - George ClasonIf you want to learn more about Pocket Properties, you can find them at:https://www.pocketpropertiesapp.com/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioTimestamps:3:10 - What is Pocket Properties?5:15 - Starting with only $107:00 - How Pocket Properties uses Blockchain8:20 - Smart contracts10:00 - Algorand / energy efficiency11:30 - In-app deal process14:40 - How to find users in fintech16:10 - Fundraising process of a start-up19:30 - The competitive landscape of real estate crowdfunding21:15 - First deal in the Beta version23:00 - Why investing in debt is great24:30 - Lightning Round

As most of us have noticed, the stock market has been very volatile in the past few months.While I don’t mean to be the bearer of bad news, I’m feeling for the many Americans who may be hoping to retire in the near future but might have to sell some of their stocks in a down market.Although it’s very hard to time any investment market, many smart real estate investors are not terribly worried about a drop in their property values, because the cash flow from their investments will likely remain steady.Real estate investors don’t need to time the market like stock investors because instead of selling their investments when they retire, they hold steady and live off of their monthly checks!Jim Pfeifer is a former financial advisor who became frustrated with the one-path-fits-all approach of the standard financial services industry. Jim now concentrates on investing in real assets that produce cash flow and is committed to sharing his knowledge with others who are interested in learning a different way to grow wealth.Jim is one of the founders of Left Field Investors, a group dedicated to educating and assisting like-minded investors to negotiate the nuances of the passive investing landscape and world of syndications.In today’s episode, we discuss…How successful professionals can begin transitioning into real estate investments.When upper-middle-class professionals began getting access to private real estate investments that were typically reserved for megamillionaires.Why typical financial advisors are not able to recommend to you the investments that they are investing in.What the most important things are to look for in a real estate investment manager.If you want to achieve the freedom of time that will grant you the options to do what you want, where you want, and with whom you want, tune in to today’s episode for actionable guidance on creating passive income streams!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about the Jim, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimpfeifer/Leftfield Investors Group: www.leftfieldinvestors.comEmail: jim@leftfieldinvestors.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Hands-Off Investor: An Insider’s Guide to Investing in Passive Real Estate Syndications - Brian BurkeThe Alternative Investment Almanac - Denis ShapiroThe 21 Best Cashflow Niches™ - M.C. Laubscher

When you hear “Mobile Home Parks” you might think of the shady and dirty trailer parks often depicted on TV. In reality, MHPs are very different from the pop-culture stereotype. Not only do residents benefit from very affordable housing and homeownership, investors like today’s guest, invest heavily in creating safe, clean, and amenitized communities that the residents love for years!If that is not enough, MHPs offer investors recession-resistant and stable income, unlike any other alternative investment.Daniel Weisfield is a Co-Founder of Three Pillar Communities which operates more than 40 manufactured housing communities in 8 states, serving around 10,000 residents to create neighborhoods their residents are proud to call home. His professional mission is to turn the “trailer park” stereotype on its head because he believes manufactured housing is the best way to close our country’s housing gap and to create affordable home-ownership opportunities.In today’s episode, we discuss…A high-level run-through of MHPs from an operator’s and investor's perspective.How Daniel is a third-generation MHP investor and how his grandfather got started.Why MHPs provide incredible risk-adjusted returns to investors through the entire market cycle.How Daniel adds value to every community he works with from new roads to pools.If you are curious about Manufactured Housing and want to learn more, you will officially be considered an expert in MHPs after listening to today’s extensive discussion of the asset class!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about the Daniel, you can find him at:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/daniel-weisfield-33940613 Homepage: threepillarcommunities.com/ Email: daniel@threepillarcommunites.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Deep - James Nestor

In an industry where everyone is constantly on a hunt for their next deal or for the money to even make their deal possible, sometimes we overlook the true source of value creation…The execution of the business plan.For a deal to be as great in reality as it looks on paper, investors need to have a system for ensuring that value is added to the property, while staying within the confines of their budget and schedule.For this reason, I am thrilled to bring Van Sturgeon on the show today to discuss his processes for implementing a successful real estate business plan and what new investors should be aware of when working with general contractors!Van Sturgeon has amassed over 1200 units over his 30-year journey in real estate and is passionate about sharing his experience with us so that we can bypass some of the costly mistakes that new investors tend to face.In today’s episode, we discuss…Which renovations results in the highest ROI on a value-add investment.How to determine your unique abilities and how to create a power team around them.Why you should create a detailed “scope of work” for general contractors.Why new investors tend to over-renovate and how to save on some unnecessary costs.If you are looking to make your first real estate investment or grow your real estate portfolio, the systems that Van has designed through his years of experience as a general contractor will undoubtedly help you add value to your investments!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Van, you can find him at:https://vansturgeon.com/https://www.instagram.com/vansturgeon/https://ca.linkedin.com/in/van-sturgeon-029018200van@vansturgeon.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

Covid-19 majorly shook up the life of today’s guest. However, even after being let go from his long-term career in the attractions & entertainment & industry, he took his situation and made the most of it…Trevor had been aspiring to get active in real estate for many years, but after his first passive real estate investment started turning sour, instead of getting down on himself when life wasn’t going entirely as planned, he decided to take control.Trevor decided he wanted to learn how to be a property manager through hands-on experience so volunteered to drive down to the property and help get his passive investment back on track.I don’t want to give his whole story away, but Trevor had to work with some wild tenants and ended up saving the deal from disaster! K Trevor Thompson is the Founder of Niagara Investments and an avid learner who is passionate about adding value to investors through cash-flowing real estate investments. He has participated in 17 passive real estate deals and recently began playing a crucial role in his 1st GP deal, 240 doors in San Antonio. In today’s episode, we discuss…The Power of finding ways to learn through experienceHow Trevor was able to adapt when his tenant began buying flat-screen TVs instead of paying their rent with Stimulus Checks. The best ways to find and nurture powerful partnerships. Why Trevor regrets waiting 20 years to read Rich Dad, Poor Dad!His story is filled with incredible real estate and life lessons that will stick with you for the rest of your journey, so I encourage you to tune in for a terrific episode of real estate milestones!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Trevor, you can find him at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ktrevorthompson/To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiBest Ever Syndication Book - Joe FairlessPassive Investing in Commercial Real Estate - James Kandasamy10X Rule - Grant CardoneBe Obsessed Or Be Average - Grant CardoneThe Go-Giver - Bob Burg and John David MannSHOW NOTES:1:50 - Trevor’s Story and The Purple Bible3:50 - His First Passive Investment6:50 - A stabbing on his investment property!9:05 - Why Trevor pretended to be the bookkeeper11:40 - Providing a home for his tenants rather than a box12:20 - The Silver Lining of Trevor’s layoff and COVID Curveballs15:20 - Finding more ways to learn more about real estate19:05 - How Covid changed networking significantly21:30 - How to pick a Partner27:50 - Trevor’s plan for his future and his family’s wealth29:20 - Different kinds of deals Trevor participates in and what he does34:35 - Lightning Round!39:20 - Payback Period Metric39:50 - Why Finance and Philosophy is a great major pairing

If you are feeling like you need to make a change in your life, this is for you…Often when we find ourselves feeling this way, it’s because there is something in our life that we are not satisfied with or there is something causing us pain that we want to run away from.Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to make a change when we focus on the things we are trying to escape because when we just start running we have no idea where we should be going.In today’s episode, Whitney Elkins-Hutten teaches that the key is to start asking ourselves what we want out of our lives and more importantly, why we want it. Although these may seem like simple questions, Whitney shows us why it takes a long time to answer these questions and what happens if you land at only surface-level answers.Thankfully, in this episode, Whitney goes deep into how to answer these questions and how to develop a mindset that will lead to a happy and successful life!Whitney is the Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com, a national multifamily investment firm with over $663,000,000 of assets under management. She is passionate about building passive income and equity for her investors through low-risk real estate investments in the hottest real estate markets in the United States! Also, Whitney graduated from my favorite school in the world, Tulane University!If you are ready to take your life to the next level, this episode is the perfect place to start!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Whitney, you can find her at:Whitney’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/Passiveinvesting.com: https://www.passiveinvesting.com/whitney/Whitney’s MasterMind: Ashwealth.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Who Not How - Dan Sullivan & Benjamin HardyThe Third Door - Alex BanayanThe One Thing - Gary W. Keller and Jay PapasanSHOW NOTES:2:30 - Whitney’s first milestone in real estate4:30 - How she made her job optional6:40 - Why Whitney goes to New Orleans every year as a Tulane Grad!9:15 - How Whitney maintains her youthful attitude every day12:00 - Whitney's definition of happiness14:00 - How to stop running away from pain and start running toward your true desires15:30 - The 3 questions to ask yourself to redirect your life20:48 - Whitney’s unique strategy for growing yourself23:15 - How you should reach out to podcast hosts that you admire26:05 - Where does your self-judgment come from?31:01 - How to overcome analysis-paralysis37:12 - Whitney’s steps to getting started in real estate

If I told you that there was a way that you could pay zero dollars in taxes just by owning real estate, would you believe me?In today’s episode, Yonah Weiss teaches us how to do it!The strategy requires an epic combination of a Cost Segregation Study and Real Estate Professional Status. You may be familiar with Depreciation, which is a tax deduction that allows you to write off the value of your property over the duration of its useful life, which is typically 27.5 years. A Cost Segregation Study identifies the individual components of your property that have shorter useful lives so that you can take bigger tax write-offs in the first year of ownership!Yonah Weiss is the Business Director at Madison SPECS where he has assisted clients in saving hundreds of millions of dollars on taxes through cost segregation. Yonah has one of the most active and value-packed LinkedIn presences of anyone I know, and his willingness to help everyone he meets is truly inspiring!In today’s episode, we discuss…How a Cost Segregation will massively reduce your taxable income.Why depreciation is a paper deduction but not actually a loss of intrinsic value.A Walk-Through of a Cost Segregation Study.Yonah’s tips and tricks for networking and growing your business through LinkedIn.Some of the most obscure items ever found in a cost segregation!To learn about the rest of the strategy and to get some expert advice on how to take your LinkedIn to the next level, tune into today’s episode to hear from the Cost Seg King!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Yonah, you can find him at:Yonah’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cost-segregation-yonah-weiss/Yonah’s Website: Yonahweiss.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Tanya - Shneur Zalman of LiadiThe Way of God (Derech Hashem) - Rabbi Moshe Chaim LuzzattoAbbey Road - The BeatlesLegend - Bob MarleyVirgin Beauty - Ornette ColemanSHOW NOTES:4:18 - What is Cost Segregation?6:21 - A Walk-Through of a Cost Segregation Study9:00 - Different depreciation schedules for different items11:15 - What is depreciation recapture tax? 13:30 - What are the keys to tax deferral?15:07 - How Yonah became the Cost Seg King16:25 - The most obscure thing ever included in a cost seg study18:45 - What can you NOT depreciate? 21:30 - who will benefit the most from cost segregation?25:15 - Yonah’s tips and tricks for Linkedin and networking in general30:00 - Why Yonah is passionate about helping people every day32:57 - Lightning Round37:00 - My favorite albums in the world!

When today’s guest started doing research on the portfolios of billionaires, he discussed something pretty shocking…He discovered the vast majority of ultra-wealthy and institutional investors have more than 50% of their wealth in private equity and private real estate while most of the rest of the population has 95%-100% of their investments in public paper assets, mostly stocks.With the amount of attention the stock market gets in the news and even in TV commercials, this is not a surprise. However, most people don’t realize that real estate is not only reserved for billionaires anymore and there are many ways for you to get involved, such as investing with private fund managers like Aspen Funds!Ben Fraser is one of the hosts of the Invest Like a Billionaire podcast, where he is dedicated to educating investors on how they can model their portfolios after the most successful people of our time. Ben is the VP of Finance at Aspen Funds, a private fund manager that operates real estate funds for investors looking to diversify outside of Wall Street.In today’s episode, we discuss…What distressed mortgage notes are and how Aspen Funds discovered their benefits.The differences between growth and income funds.How Ben raises capital for Aspen Funds and how he organizes the capital stacks.How the managers at Aspen Funds analyze the macroeconomic environment when deciding what investments to offer their clients.If you want a glimpse into the time-tested wealth-building strategies of the billionaires and how they can work for you, today’s episode is an excellent place to start!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Ben, you can find him at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/Aspen Funds: https://aspenfunds.us/Invest Like a Billionaire Podcast: https://aspenfunds.us/podcast/To learn more about Ben (the host), connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:The Hands-off Investor - Brian Burke

I used to think that investing in real estate from a distance was difficult, but when I heard that today’s guest was investing across 9 time zones, I knew I had no excuse! Keishia Kennedy currently resides in Kuwait where she is a military contractor, bodybuilder, and US real estate investor. She’s learned how to use the power of partnership to invest from overseas and has participated in 7 deals since 2021! Keishia is an army veteran with six years of service in the Army National Guard and has settled down in Kuwait after her deployment there. She is the Founder of Kennedy Remedy Investments and focuses on providing real estate opportunities to investors in one of her hometowns, Richmond, VA. In today’s episode, we discuss…How Keishia is able to raise capital and conduct asset management from abroad.Why Keishia travels to Kenya to help orphans and how she uses real estate to give back. Why investing from Kuwait is advantageous and the differences with living in a Muslim country.What made Keishia’s first deal a home run!If you are looking for inspiration to get over the mental hurdles that have prevented you from investing in real estate, Keishia shows us in this episode that anything is possible!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about the Keishia, you can find her at: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keishia-kennedy-373a2a46/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennedymj25/?hl=en Homepage: https://kennedyremedyinvestments.com/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s Email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned: Who Not How - Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy

A wise venture capitalist once said, “the best businesses are the ones that take a product that has traditionally been reserved for only the ultra-wealthy and make it available to everyone else.” Uber has done this with private chauffeur services, AirBnB has done this with second homes, and now, my friends over at Kingstowne Advisors are bringing the Family Office to entrepreneurs and business owners! Kwesi Robotham and Jim Roessner operate a Virtual Family Office, which means you now have access to the same personalized and wholistic wealth planning solutions as the centimillionaires, without having to hire your own full-time staff. Kwesi and Jim leverage their in-house expertise and expansive network to create a variety of customized solutions that traditional wealth managers are unable to offer, and at a fraction of the expense of a traditional family office.In today’s episode, we discuss…Who will benefit the most from working with a virtual family office.How you can utilize the concept of leverage in every part of your business and personal life. What led Kwesi and Jim to create a virtual family office.How a virtual family office alleviates many of the drawbacks that are inherent to many traditional wealth advisors. Why Kwesi and Jim are able to fully exemplify the duties of a fiduciary through their innovative business model. If you own a growing business and you’re constantly trying to manage many moving parts, or if you want a comprehensive business and wealth planning solution that fits your specific needs, I highly recommend listening to this episode to learn about how a virtual family office can help you achieve your goals while saving you countless dollars! Keep Making Milestones,Ben Malech If you want to learn more about the Kingstowne Advisors, you can find them at:Kingstowne Advisors Homepage: https://www.kingstowneadvisors.com/Kwesi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwesirobotham/Jim’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-roessner-b5b7a286/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io Resources Mentioned:Relentless - Tim GroverRich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiThe Go-Giver - Bob Burg and John David MannThe Power of Tact - Peter Legge

One question I have been repeatedly getting asked recently is: “What is going to happen to real estate as blockchain and crypto disrupt the global economy?” My answer usually goes something like: “If I had to guess, A LOT.” To anyone who reads the news, it seems rather evident that the rise of cryptocurrencies and new financial technologies is something that should not be ignored. And, real estate is an industry that many would frankly describe as archaic, given that we buy and sell properties pretty much the same way George Washington did. Given the technological revolution the world is undergoing, there are countless possible ways the real estate industry will change, which is why I’m excited to bring Ellis Hammond onto the show to discuss some of the most fascinating applications of new technology in real estate!Ellis Hammond is the host of his brand new podcast show, The Future of Real Estate, where he interviews the leading experts in different niches of new real estate technologies. He is the Co-Founder of Symphony Capital Group and was named “2020 ThinkRealty Multifamily Investor of the Year!” In today’s episode, we discuss…How blockchain and tokenization will democratize real estate and provide opportunities to investors who do not currently have access to private real estate.How new technology will change the title process, the lending landscape, the liquidity of real estate assets, and market prices.Why Ellis thinks you should “go bigger, faster” as an up-and-coming real estate investor.The secret for getting well-known people to give you their time.What the heck the Metaverse is and why it should be taken seriously?!If you want to learn more about the cutting edge of real estate technology and better prepare for the changes that the financial system is undergoing, this episode is the perfect place to start!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Ellis, you can find him at: The Future of Real Estate Podcast https://ellishammond.com/Resources Mentioned: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol S. Dweck To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

It’s no secret that doctors have one of the highest-paying professions. However, while it may seem like money can solve a lot of problems, money can’t buy time with family or the freedom to travel.Unfortunately, it does not seem like financial education is part of the medical school curriculum, which may make it hard for newly graduated medical students to take control of their financial future and create the life they may imagine their occupation should afford. Many of my closest friends are pursuing a career in medicine, which is why I’ve been super excited to bring pulmonary & critical care physician, Harry Nima Zegarra onto the show to discuss a few of the things medical professionals should be considering when they are not too busy saving our lives!Harry Nima Zegarra is the Co-Founder of Nima Equity and is passionate about teaching busy health care professionals how they can harness the power of real estate and passive cash flow to create the balanced life that they dream for themself. Harry spent 14 years studying medicine in Puru and in the USA, and he is a general partner in 784 units across four different states. In today’s episode, we discuss…How Harry found his first real estate deal and what he learned from that experience.What medical school students should be thinking about now and some tips for beginning a career in medicine. Why many high-income earners feel like they are constantly trying to catch up and how to position yourself to prevent this seemingly endless cycle.How Harry has been able to find the time to invest in his future and how real estate has granted him the freedom to spend time with his family. If you are studying to work in a time-demanding career or you are already in one, this interview will give you the keys, inspiration, and resources to unlock the freedom you have the ability to create for yourself!Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Harry, you can find him at:Homepage: https://www.nimaequity.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-nima-zegarra-md-21248833/Doctors Investing Club: https://www.nimaequity.com/investResources Mentioned:Rich Dad, Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiThe Richest Man In Babylon - George Samuel ClasonGoals - Brian TracyTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

“The difference between an elite investor and everyone else is the number of deals they see. It isn’t how smart they are, it’s not how much money they’ve got, it's not how good they are at securing debt… Most investors have only seen a small fraction of the deals that have closed in a market; the elite investors got the first look at almost every one of them.” - Beau BeeryOut of the 350 multifamily sales transactions Beau’s team has researched, 93% of them involved a broker, which is why he advises anyone who’s determined to become elite in a given market to develop genuine relationships with every broker in the market.In today’s episode, my friend Beau Beery shares all the stats that you need to know in order to achieve massive success as a multifamily investor. Beau is a top multifamily broker in the northern half of Florida and the author of “Multifamily Investors Who Dominate.” He has spent his career collecting all the secrets that make the best investors so successful and he shares them with us in today’s episode!In today’s episode, we discuss…The surprisingly low number of transactions that occur each year in each market.Which statistics are the most important for you to track in order to find the places to grow your wealth.How to find opportunities in secondary and tertiary markets that might be overlooked.Why Beau thinks it’s more important to find a career that you are good at and stick with it than to find a career that you are passionate about.Who my favorite musicians are and how many concerts I have been to in my life!If you want to hear some tips and tricks from a person who has been fascinated by what makes the best investors so successful or you want to learn Beau’s system for how you too can rise to the top of a market, you will not want to miss this episode!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you liked today's episode and you want to support Ben, the best way is to leave a 5-Star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts! This is the #1 factor for podcast visibility on the web, so it would really mean a lot to Ben if you could help him out!If you want to learn more about Beau, you can find him at:Beau’s Homepage: https://www.beaubeery.com/Beau’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/beauknowsmultifamilyBeau’s LinkedinResources Mentioned:Multifamily Investors Who Dominate: An Inside Look At How Elite Investors TransactDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World - Cal NewportTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io

“Embrace who you are, flaws and all. It’s the only way we make this world a better place. The world already has somebody else, but what they don’t have, is you.” - Travis Gibson In today’s episode of Real Estate Milestones, Travis and I discuss topics ranging from prop-tech to self-storage to due diligence to decentralized finance! Travis is the Founder of Freeman Equity Group where he helps investors achieve financial freedom through syndicated commercial real estate opportunities. Travis started his real estate journey by actively investing in single-family rentals until he got fed up with taxes, tenants, and toilets. Now, he is involved in over 3,000 multifamily units primarily in Kansas City. In today’s episode, we discuss…Why Travis was attracted to Kansas City and how it earned the name “Silicon Prarie”What makes Self-storage a favorable asset class and how to add value as an ownerWhy blockchain technology is the future of real estate and some exciting innovationsHow Travis mitigates risk in every one of his real estate dealsIf you want some more inspiration or you want to hear about how Travis’ background as a Software Engineer at companies like Apple has influenced his approach to real estate investing, check out today’s episode! Keep Making Milestones,Ben Malech If you want to learn more about Travis, you can find him at:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn: @Travis GibsonWebsite: www.Freemanequity.comEmail: Travis@freemanequity.com Resources Mentioned:Who Not How - Dan Sullivan and Benjamin HardyThe One Thing - Gary Keller To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

From a young age, movies, role models, and society teach boys that emotions are not masculine and that we need to “man up.” However, these harmful ways of approaching emotion can lead men to struggle with mental health throughout their lives. I’m extremely excited for you to hear Jonathan discuss his journey with mental health and how he is using his passion for real estate to build a legacy and bring awareness to a cause that is dear to him. Jonathan Cattani is the founder and managing partner of Cattani Capital Group. With over 5 years of experience in real estate and finance, Jonathan brings a unique approach to the CCG investment strategy and an understanding of why alternative investments are creating true wealth. In today’s episode, we discuss…What is the Fund-to-funds model and how it works.Why Jonathan’s first real estate deal was a land entitlement. Why Jonathan is passionate about destigmatizing men’s mental health and how we possibly came up with the name for his future non-profit!How Jonathan is planning to raise $10m in his first year as a capital raiser. What is an accredited investor and do you qualify as one?If you want to hear the inspiring story of how Jonathan got started in real estate, or you want to hear Jonathan and I come up with the name for his future non-profit in this very episode, you got to tune in! Keep Making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Jonathan, you can find him at:Jonathan’s Free Ebook: https://cattanicapitalgroup.com/ebook/Jonathan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-cattani-53159b179/Jonathan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonnycattani/?hl=en Resources Mentioned:Influence is your Super Power - Zoe Chance10X Rule - Grant Cardone To learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

If lawyers are really that bad, why do you pay them so much?It's probably because they play a crucial role in solving whatever problem you are facing.However, before you go back to complaining… listen to this episode to learn how to maximize your effectiveness and minimize your costs when working with your lawyer! Also, if you’re considering a career in law, this episode is a must-listen!Rori Malech is a commercial real estate attorney at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an AmLaw 100 international law firm, representing local and national developers, REITs, institutional equity investors, institutional and non-institutional lenders, and hotel owners and operators with their commercial real estate development and finance transactions. Rori is a frequent speaker and panelist on the hospitality industry, finance and preferred equity transactions.In today’s episode, we discuss…When Rori realized that she was destined to become a lawyer.What mistakes investors and developers make when they work with their lawyers and how you can avoid these pitfalls.What aspiring lawyers should consider before attending law school or choosing what aspect of law they want to specialize in.How attorneys can be a valuable partner on your deal rather than just a necessary expense.What the Dean of Rori’s law school told her class on the first day of school.If you like inspiring stories from successful business leaders or you want a glimpse into who I inherited my passion for real estate and work ethic from, tune into today’s interview!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Rori, you can find her at:Rori’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rori-malech-24232420/Rori’s Law Firm Profile: https://www.huntonak.com/en/people/rori-malech.htmlResources Mentioned:Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business - Danny MeyerProject Destined: projectdestined.comTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

What do hockey players and real estate investors have in common? Both need to have grit, determination, and the ability to work well with a team, but most importantly, success in their respective industries is defined by the work they are willing to put in while no one else is watching. In today’s episode, Adrian and I discuss the motivations that inspire us to pursue our passions and add value to the world!Adrian Chuquillangui is the Director of St. Joseph’s Capital, a commercial multifamily real estate investment company with the purpose of inviting faith-driven leaders into a world of new streams of passive income and impact while assisting missionaries committed to sharing the hope and joy of the gospel with high school and college students worldwide. In today’s episode, we discuss…When Adrian discovered the power of passive income. How Adrian’s experience on Search & Rescue mission as a Coast Gaurd has helped him succeed as a real estate investor.The relation between Adrian’s faith and his desire to serve the world through real estate.The Parable of the Talents as the story relates to the mission of a real estate investor.If you would like to use your unique skills and interests to achieve your purpose in life, this episode will help you uncover the inner forces that can help you along the way. Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Adrian, you can find him at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-chuquillangui/ St. Joseph's Capital Website: www.Stjosephscapital.com Resources Mentioned: The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho My Book List - https://benmalech.com/book-recommendation-list/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

"I can gain financial leadership and it has nothing to do with the amount of money I'm starting with. It's the commitment to choose to have financial choices in my life." -Christina SuterWe made it! Real Estate Milestones is now in the double digits! To celebrate, I have a very special 10th episode for you all.In today’s episode, Christina Suter helps me clarify the actions I need to take today, to realize my dream of becoming an Apartment Building Developer, and reveals how this same process can help you accomplish your goals!Christina is a Real Estate Investment Advisor and the host of the Real Estate Breakthrough Podcast where she helps investors Live a Rich Life by simplifying the real estate investing process. Christina has purchased over 40 million dollars of real estate over the last 35 years and is one of the authors of You Got This!, a book on real estate investing success!In today’s episode, we discuss…Why the best type of real estate investment is the type that is best for you.What are the mistakes that newer investors often make?Why Christina had to sell her entire portfolio in 2007.How to identify the talents you already possess that will allow you to succeed in real estate.If you want to learn Christina’s simple process for developing your 10-year plan, or you want to know what I will be doing for the next 10 years, this value-packed episode will be a breath of clarity for you!Keep Making Milestones,BenIf you want to learn more about Christina, you can find her at:Her Website: https://christinasuter.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalsuter/Email: christinal.suter@gmail.comInstagram: @realchristinasuterResources Mentioned:Rich Dad Poor Dad for teens - Robert KyosakiThe Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing - Marty StoneLive A Rich Life - Real Estate WorkshopTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

Have you ever told yourself, “I am too young to start investing in real estate” or “I don’t have enough experience to close a deal?”There was a point in my past when I used these kinds of limiting beliefs as excuses for not taking action toward accomplishing my goal of closing my first real estate deal. However, when I first heard the Donis Brother’s story, I knew I had no excuse for postponing my dreams!On this super fun episode of Real Estate Milestones, Jeffrey, Kenneth, and Kerwin show us how if you focus on educating yourself and developing meaningful connections with experts in your field, it is never too early to pursue your passion.The Donis Brothers are a dream team of apartment investors who have invested in over 600 units while in their early 20s! They are the Co-Founders of Donis Investment Group and the Hosts of the Real Estate Monopoly podcast. The brothers grew up in a low-income household, but their motivation to create financial freedom for their mother inspired them to defy the odds.In this episode, we discuss…How visiting their less fortunate cousins in Guatemala changed the brother’s outlook on life and led them to strengthen their commitment to creating a better life for their family.How they went from wholesaling single-family houses to investing in apartment complexes while still in college.Why they plan to use blockchain technology to democratize real estate and provide younger and less wealthy people with access to wealth-building real estate investments.If you want to learn how you can begin your real estate journey no matter your circumstance or if just need a fresh jolt of inspiration, this episode is for you!Keep Making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Jeffery, Kenneth, and Kerwin, you can find them at: Donis Investment Group: https://www.donisinvestmentgroup.com/aboutLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/donis-investment-group-llc/All Social Media Platforms: @donisbrothersTo learn more about Ben, connect with him through:Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.com/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioResources Mentioned:Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert KiyosakiOutwitting the Devil - Napoleon HillThe Celestine Prophecy - James RedfieldFake - Robert KyosakiThink like a Monk - Jay ShettyMultifamily Investors Who Dominate - Beau BeeryThe Untethered Soul - Michael A. SingerThink Multifamily MastermindMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

If you could erase failure from your life, would you?In today’s episode, Raju Datla and I discuss how focusing on personal development, spirituality, and mindset has led Raju to only see lessons learned rather than failures. Raju Datla is an entrepreneur, investor, and information technology leader with real estate investment experience across many different niches, including Passive Syndications, Seller-Finances, AirBnb, and Tax Deeds. In today’s episode, we discuss… How Raju developed the mindset that allows him to create meaning in the world.Why finding a mentor is the key to getting started in a new niche.How you can buy properties for pennies on the dollar through tax deed investing.What spirituality, real estate, and quantum mechanics have in common!How Raju became an expert networker even as an introvert. My first conversation with Raju was a major milestone in my personal development journey, so I’m excited for you to hear the same insights that have impacted my outlook on the world for the better!Keep making Milestones, Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Raju or connect with him, you can find him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raju-datla/Resources Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie Who Not How - Dan Sullivan Conversations with God - Neale Donald Walsch The Untethered Soul - Michael A. Singer The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle The Greatest Secret - Rhonda Byrne Discovering Multifamily Podcast - Anthony Scandariato Landmark Coaching: www.landmarkworldwide.com/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.wordpress.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b… EDMRF NET Royalty-Free Music - Surfing by Lux-Inspira http://edmroyaltyfree.net

Most of us are taught from a young age that the only way to invest is to “buy low, sell high.” However, it probably didn’t take you very long to realize that it’s tough to predict when an investment’s value will rise or fall.But what if your investments put money in your pocket every month, even when its value doesn’t increase? Travis Watts is a full-time passive investor. He has been investing in real estate since 2009 in multi-family, single-family, and vacation rentals. Travis is also the Director of Investor Relations at Ashcroft Capital and hosts a segment of the incredibly popular “Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show”. He dedicates his time to educating others who are looking to be more "hand's off" in real estate! On today’s episode, we discuss… The advantages of investing in opportunities that generate passive cash flow. Why Travis made the shift from flipping houses to passively investing in commercial real estate. How Travis's outlook on life and desire to help people influence his powerful investment strategies.Why Travis left his job at a traditional stock brokerage firm after realizing that he wasn’t able to offer the best investments to his clients.How you can make money in real estate even if the value of your investment doesn’t appreciate!If you are wondering how you can utilize the power of real estate in your life or if you want to create more certainty in your financial future, you won’t want to miss this value-packed interview with one of the industry’s passive investing gurus! Keep making Milestones, Ben Malech If you want to learn more about Travis or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below: Travis’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviswatts1234/ Travis’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passiveinvestortips/ Actively Passive Show: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCYnr_mB0XK2dWNX12sNs5MaGicSqHofV Ashcroft Capital: https://ashcroftcapital.com/our-team/travis-watts/ To learn more about Ben, connect with him through: Ben’s Website: https://benmalech.wordpress.com/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/ Ben’s email: benmalech@carswell.io Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b…

When you think about the wealthiest people you know, you probably think of someone who owns real estate. You may have even heard the famous Andrew Carnegie quote, “90% of the world’s millionaires become so by investing in real estate.”But, have you ever wondered why real estate is such a consistent generator of wealth?One reason is that investing in real estate comes with some incredible tax advantages, and we are going to learn about one of the coolest tax strategies in today’s episode!In episode 6 of Real Estate Milestones, Ben Malech interviews, Brett Swarts, an entrepreneur, CRE investor, capital gains tax deferral expert, deferred sales trust educator/trustee, and CA multifamily broker. He is the Founder of the Capital Gains Tax Solutions, Founder of Commercial Realty Apartment Advisors, and Host of the Capital Gains Tax Solutions Podcast. Each year, he equips hundreds of business professionals with the Deferred Sales Trust tool to help their high net worth clients solve capital gains tax deferral limitations.In this episode, we are going to discuss…How you can defer almost all of your taxes if you are looking to exit an investment.Some tax strategies you can deploy whether you are in college or in a W-2 job.How Brett has helped his clients save on millions in capital gains taxes incurred from the sale of real estate and the sale of bitcoin.How you can take advantage of the tax incentives that the government gives us.If you want to unlock some of the tax secrets that have been saved exclusively for the wealthiest Americans, this episode is for you!Keep making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Brett or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below:Brett’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/Brett’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deferredsalestrust/Capital Gains Tax Solutions: www.capitalgainstaxsolutions.comBrett’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAykQNmIWZ0KARBeVWcQxUA?reload=9To learn more about Ben and his journey in real estate check out his site! https://benmalech.wordpress.com/Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#deferredsalestrust #lesstaxmorewealth #capgainstaxshow #SaveFailed1031exchange #primaryhome #businesssale #CREsale #opportnuityzone #1031exchange #realestateinvesting #REM #realestatemilestones #multifamily

Welcome to the 5th episode of the Real Estate Milestones Podcast! In this episode, Ben Malech brings on special guest Dan Kryzanowski, expert capital raiser and real estate investor, to discuss how to take full advantage of the numerous benefits provided to alternative investors.In this episode you will learn about:How you can use an SDIRA or Solo 401(k) to Accelerate your wealth-building potential. - What asset classes Dan is investing in and how you can join him.Why you should consider investing in Self-Storage and Industrial Properties.An awesome poker analogy!And much more!Keep making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Dan or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below:Dan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielkryzanowski/Dan's Fund: https://bvcapitaltx.com/bv-archway-real-estate-income-fund/Rocket Dollar: https://learn.rocketdollar.com/hc/en-usDKRYZANOWSKI for $50 off a Rocket Dollar accountBook Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1934509779/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1Thank you for tuning in! I look forward to seeing you next week!To learn more about Ben and his journey in real estate check out his site! https://benmalech.wordpress.com/Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the 4th episode of the Real Estate Milestones Podcast! In this episode, Ben Malech brings on special guest Chris Freeman, Founder of High Tech Freedom Capital to discuss how he was able to scale up his Real Estate Investment company after a long career in Tech Sales.In this episode you will learn about:How Chris balances his real estate investing while also having a W2 job.How he decided to start High Tech Freedom Capital after 20 years as a real estate investor.- How Chris put together his dream team.The most important things to do to have success in CRE.And much more!Keep making Milestones,Ben MalechIf you want to learn more about Chris or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below:Chris's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/chrisfreemanWebsite: https://www.hightechfreedom.comThank you for listening! I look forward to seeing you next week!To learn more about Ben and his journey in real estate check out his site! https://benmalech.wordpress.com/Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the third episode of the Real Estate Milestones Podcast! In this episode, Ben Malech brings on special guest Micy Liu, Founder of Life Mission Capital, to discuss her journey from China as a teenager to becoming a real estate entrepreneur with a powerful life mission.In this episode you will learn about:How Micy discovered Multifamily Real Estate and syndication.Differences between the cultures of China and the US.Why Micy is dedicated to teaching financial literacy to the youth.How Micy found her Life Mission.And much more!If you want to learn more about Micy or connect with her, you can find her using any of the links below:Website: Lifemissioncapital.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micyliu/Calendly: https://calendly.com/micy47-yl/introEmail: micy@lifemissioncapital.comThank you for listening! I look forward to seeing you next week for an interview with Chris Freeman!To learn more about Ben and his journey in real estate check out his site! https://benmalech.wordpress.com/Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the second episode of the Real Estate Milestones Podcast! In this episode, Ben Malech brings on special guest Mike Strug, Founder of Young Real Estate Professionals of New York (YREPNY) to discuss the crucial role networking can play in your career and the value networking can add to your life.In this episode you will learn about:How working in a wide variety of roles in CRE (Investments, Asset Management, Mortgage Originations, and more) has influenced his perspective.How he began the incredible networking organization, YREPNY.The many doors networking has opened in his life and how it can do the same for you. - Some of the differences between different real estate markets.- The most important things to do to have success in CRE.And much more!If you want to learn more about Mike or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below:Mike's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-strug-3203471/YREPNY Website: http://www.yrepny.org/YREPNYLinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/108694/Thank you for watching! I look forward to seeing you next week!To learn more about Ben and his journey in real estate check out his site! https://benmalech.wordpress.com/Music Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Real Estate Milestones Podcast!In this episode, Ben Malech brings on special guest Anthony Scandariato, Founder of Red Knight Properties and Host of Discovering Multifamily Podcast, to discuss his journey to becoming a full-time real estate entrepreneur.In this episode you will learn about:- How Anthony got his start in Multifamily Real Estate and Workforce housing.- How to scale a real estate investment business using the Syndication Model.- How to apply the BRRRR Model to apartment investing.- An expert opinion on how interest rate changes might affect a real estate investment.- What superpower Anthony wants to have.- And much more!If you want to learn more about Anthony or connect with him, you can find him using any of the links below:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonymscandariato/Red Knight Properties Website: https://redknightproperties.com/Discovering Multifamily Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChvn3ruK6_OAY0RG5Y8LgIQThank you for Listening! I look forward to seeing you next week for an interview with expert networker, Mike Strug!Connect with Ben!Website: https://benmalech.wordpress.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-malech/Email: Benmalech@carswell.ioMusic Credits: Sweeter Vermouth Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...