Jake & Gino: Real Estate Investing & Multifamily

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From Fishing Boat to Fortune: Lane Babin’s Journey in Real Estate | Movers and Shakers Podcast Nov 01, 2024

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Welcome to the Movers and Shakers Podcast! In this episode, Gino Barbaro chats with Lane Babin, a former environmental consultant turned real estate investor. After spending 17 years in corporate, Lane took a life-changing plunge into real estate in 2021. Fast forward three years, and he’s amassed 55 single-family rentals, taken on a GP role for a 77-unit multifamily project, and has become a beacon of motivation for those looking to achieve financial independence.

Together, Lane and Gino delve into Lane's journey, starting from his very first spark of inspiration (spoiler: it involved a fishing boat sacrifice!) to his unique “Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right” strategy that helped him make big moves in single-family and multifamily spaces. Lane talks openly about the challenges, his mindset shift after reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and the pivotal moment when his wife’s support became his greatest asset.

Key Moments Covered:

Lane’s career shift from consulting to full-time real estate investing
The inspirational mindset shift and support system behind his success
Lane’s proven single-family investment strategies
How Lane's early deals laid the groundwork for a multifamily future
Insights on balancing family, business, and personal growth

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

00:52 - Lane’s Career Shift to Real Estate

02:34 - How a Mindset Shift Transformed Everything

04:34 - Winning Family Support for a New Dream

08:45 - Balancing Single Family and Multifamily Investments

09:54 - Applying the Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right Framework

13:16 - The Role of Long-Term Financing in Real Estate

17:28 - Scaling Up with Mentorship and Support

19:03 - The 77-Unit Multifamily Deal

25:28 - Goals for the Next 3-5 Years

27:27 - Gino Wraps it Up

This episode is packed with actionable insights for aspiring investors and anyone seeking a path to financial freedom. Grab your earbuds and get ready for an inspiring conversation that might just change your perspective on real estate!

Connect with Lane:

Facebook: facebook.com/lane.babin
Phone: 337-602-8881
Website: selltobpp.com

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About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com.

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Due Diligence Checklist for Buying An Investment Property Oct 30, 2024

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Welcome to today’s episode with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, where we break down the three essential phases of due diligence in real estate investments. Are you ready to avoid costly mistakes in your deals? Gino shares a comprehensive look at what every investor needs to know before closing, covering financial, physical, and legal aspects. Follow along to ensure your investments are solid and your approach is thorough.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The importance of financial due diligence: verifying T12s, rent rolls, and cash flow.
How to approach physical inspections: from full unit walks to essential roof and plumbing checks.
Why legal due diligence can make or break your investment, with lessons from Gino’s personal experiences.

Grab Gino’s custom due diligence checklist by emailing him at gino@jakeandgino.com for a deeper dive into each phase, and be sure to hit subscribe for more how-to content from real estate pros like Jake and Gino!

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How Lone Star Capital Scaled to $500M in Multifamily Assets | Jake & Gino Podcast Oct 29, 2024

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In this episode, Rob discusses:

His path from tech-focused Silicon Valley to real estate investment
Navigating the challenges of his first large-scale multifamily acquisition in Texas
How Lone Star Capital grew through disciplined acquisitions and robust management
The essential strategies for thriving during market cycles
Advice on structuring teams, scaling portfolios, and managing investor expectations

This conversation is filled with firsthand insights on running a multifamily real estate business from the ground up. Rob also highlights the importance of empowering your team and implementing buy-right, finance-right, and manage-right frameworks. Whether you’re a new investor or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with actionable advice for mastering the multifamily market. Don’t miss it!

🎧 Tune in and discover how to make multifamily investing work for you. 🎧

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How To Develop The Right Mindset For Multifamily | How To with Gino Barbaro Oct 23, 2024

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In this episode, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake & Gino, breaks down the mindset shifts crucial for successful multifamily investing. Discover how understanding your relationship with money can unlock your investment potential. Gino covers the common money personas — saver, spender, avoider, investor, and gambler — and how each affects your ability to build wealth. Learn from Gino’s personal journey from a prototypical saver to a multifamily real estate investor, including actionable insights for fostering a healthy, wealth-building mindset.

Key lessons include:

How your upbringing shapes your financial persona
The importance of aligning values with investment decisions
Why multifamily real estate is a powerful wealth-building tool

Gino also recommends key books that helped him, such as Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker and The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.

Books Mentioned:

Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker
The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Wheelbarrow Profits by Jake and Gino

Want a free PDF of Wheelbarrow Profits? Email Gino at gino@jakeandgino.com to get started on your multifamily journey!

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Flipping Friendship into Fortune: How Grace and Amelia Took Over Iowa’s Market! Oct 21, 2024

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Welcome to the Jake & Gino Podcast! Today’s episode features two powerhouse women in real estate, Grace Gudenkauf and Amelia McGee. Both hailing from Iowa, they’ve built impressive careers in real estate, becoming self-managing landlords and co-authors of The Self-Managing Landlord through BiggerPockets. Grace and Amelia share their inspiring journey from sliding into each other's DMs on Instagram to creating WIRE (Women Invest in Real Estate)—a thriving community for female investors.
Grace, a former mechanical engineer, and Amelia, a former project manager, have since left their 9-to-5 jobs, turned passion into profit, and grown their rental portfolios. Together, they’ve managed midterm rental properties, flipped homes, and run meetups and retreats for women in real estate. In this episode, we discuss:

Key Takeaways:

How Grace and Amelia met and built a friendship over Instagram DMs.
Why starting with small properties can lead to long-term financial freedom.
The power of community in real estate, especially for women investors.
The value of self-management and systemizing your property portfolio.
Real-life stories from the trenches of property management—overflowing toilets and all!

Resource Mentioned: Get their book: The Self-Managing Landlord Book — Women Invest In Real Estate

Topics Covered:

How Grace and Amelia broke into real estate.
Transitioning from corporate jobs to full-time investors.
Starting WIRE (Women Invest in Real Estate) and building a network.
The highs and lows of being self-managing landlords.
Tips for growing your own real estate portfolio with limited capital.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
00:56 - Meeting through Instagram & Their Real Estate Journey
02:01 - Their First Real Estate Deals and Career Transitions
10:34 - The Importance of Creating a Real Estate Community for Women
11:51 - Major Challenges Women Face in Real Estate
12:59 - Systems and Processes for Self-Managing Properties
16:46 - Real-Life Crazy Landlord Stories
37:36 - Best Deal and Why
42:26 - Fun or Exciting Insights to Share with the Audience
43:37 - Gino Wraps it Up

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Building Wealth One Brick at a Time: Isaac’s Journey to $12.5M in Multifamily | Movers and Shakers Oct 18, 2024

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Episode Highlights:

Isaac’s humble beginnings in Kentucky and his family’s investment legacy.
Why single-family rentals weren't enough to achieve financial freedom.
The power of education and mentorship in scaling to multifamily real estate.
Overcoming limiting beliefs and shifting into large-scale apartment investments.
Isaac’s first deal: A 24-unit multifamily property in Idaho and the challenges along the way.
The importance of relationships, capital raising, and long-term strategic partnerships.

Key Takeaways for Aspiring Investors:

Education is key: Learn first, then earn.
Relationships are the foundation of success in real estate.
Don’t be afraid to start small, but think big!
How to buy right, manage right, and finance right for long-term wealth.

Stay Connected with Isaac:

Instagram: @iamisaaclewis

Call or Text: (270) 268-8987
Join the Conversation: What was your biggest takeaway from Isaac's story? Drop a comment below and let us know how you're planning to level up your real estate game!

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How To Buy Your First Investment Oct 16, 2024

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to lay a strong financial foundation before investing.
Why mindset around money is critical to your investment success.
The biggest mistake Gino made with his first property and how to avoid it.
Choosing the right investment vehicle (multifamily anyone?).
Smart strategies for using debt to fuel your investment portfolio.
Why every property is a small business and how to treat it that way.

Key Takeaways:

"Money doesn’t corrupt; it reveals" – Gino explains how your relationship with money influences your investment decisions.
Start by choosing your vehicle (stocks, real estate, etc.), saving money, and investing it wisely.
Understand the power of using debt responsibly to grow your portfolio.
Exit strategies are key: Learn when to cash in on equity, refinance, or hold long-term.

Top Advice from Gino:

Build a solid financial foundation before investing.
Write down one word that defines how you feel about money. Your mindset matters!
Pick your investment vehicle and dive deep into it – start with multifamily if you want long-term success.
Use debt strategically to maximize your returns.
Always have an exit plan for each deal!

Ready to start your investment journey? Reach out to Gino and the team for guidance on how to build your real estate portfolio: Call us at 865-800-3905!

Looking for more tips and strategies? Subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch our next how-to guide and dive deeper into the world of real estate investing! Don’t miss out on learning how we’ve helped 100+ investors leave their W-2 jobs and close over 86,000 units!

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Kyle Cowherd talks Crexi, A PropTech company with Cutting-Edge tools to Source Real Estate Deals Oct 14, 2024

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Kyle breaks down how Crexi's cutting-edge tools empower brokers and investors alike to source deals, access key data, and take control of their investments with unprecedented transparency. Learn about the free and paid versions of Crexi, how they compete with platforms like CoStar, and how you can use Crexi to supercharge your commercial real estate ventures!

Key Topics Covered:

Kyle’s Unique Journey to Crexi
Free vs Paid Crexi: What You Need to Know
How to Build Connections with Brokers Using Crexi for FREE!
Why Deal Flow is Set to Explode Over the Next 12-18 Months
CRE Trends: Multifamily, Office, Self-Storage, and More

Podcast Highlights: Jake and Gino dive deep into the CRE tech space with puns, passion, and plenty of insights. If you’ve ever wondered how to break into commercial real estate or why Crexi is the leading PropTech solution, this episode is for you! From cap rates to the latest market trends, you’ll get actionable advice to make smarter investments.

Guest: Kyle Cowherd, Product Manager at Crexi.

Connect with Kyle: LinkedIn
Crexi: www.crexi.com

Get Crexi with Jake & Gino: For Jake & Gino listeners, sign up for Crexi and get access to exclusive discounts! Check the link in the description for more info.

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How We Just Made a 33 Unit Deal | How To with Gino Barbaro Oct 10, 2024

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Welcome to another episode with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino! In today's video, we're breaking down the process behind closing a 33-unit multifamily property and showing you how to attract deal flow in a competitive market.

Key Takeaways:

Lower borrowing costs for personal loans, credit cards, and multifamily refinancing.
How cheap money has driven up real estate prices and could stabilize the market moving forward.
The psychological effect of rate drops on the residential market and why buyers focus more on monthly payments than home prices.
The historical patterns of rate cuts and their links to past economic recessions.
Why this could be a prime opportunity to enter a buyer’s market in real estate and multifamily investing.

Topics Covered:

How the Fed's decisions influence the economy and real estate.
The balance between inflation control and real estate price stability.
Predictions for the multifamily market and the importance of understanding market cycles.
Practical advice for investors on navigating this changing landscape.

Why Watch This? Gino gives seasoned insights on how these changes impact real estate investors and homeowners alike, making it a must-watch for anyone looking to make smart moves in the current market. Get ahead of the curve and position yourself for success!

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction
0:40 – The Fed’s 50 basis point rate cut explained
2:30 – Historical patterns of rate cuts and their impact
4:00 – Real estate prices vs. interest rates
6:20 – How multifamily investors benefit from rate drops
8:10 – Market outlook for 2025 and beyond
10:00 – What to expect in the next buyer's market
12:00 – Conclusion & Key takeaways

Free Resource: Want a free PDF of Gino’s book “Wheelbarrow Profits”? Email Gino at gino@jakeandgino.com!

📞 Need Advice? Talk to one of our advisors today: 865-800-3905

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Lamborghinis, Laundromats & Liquor Stores: The Unconventional Road to Real Estate Success Oct 07, 2024

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Welcome to the Jake & Gino Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to chat with Mark Ferguson, the mastermind behind Blue Steel Real Estate and a well-known investor in the world of commercial and residential rentals. From flipping houses to owning laundromats and liquor stores, Mark shares his journey of building a diversified portfolio while embracing his passion for classic cars and real estate.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

How Mark went from a struggling real estate agent to owning multiple successful businesses.
His transition from residential rentals to multifamily and commercial properties.
Why owning laundromats and liquor stores became part of his investment strategy.
The influence of his love for cars on his drive to succeed.
The pros and cons of fix and flip businesses and why they’re not as glamorous as they seem on TV.
Tips on investing in smaller multifamily properties and why it’s okay not to “go big.”

Plus, Mark dives into his other passion: exotic cars! Discover how cars have not only been a fun hobby but also a strategic part of his branding and motivation for success. Don’t miss out on this candid conversation filled with valuable advice, real estate insights, and a few laughs along the way!

Connect with Mark Ferguson:

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Rental-Property-Empire-no-nonsense/dp/1530663946

About Jake & Gino:
Jake & Gino is your go-to resource for all things multifamily real estate investing. From educational content to insider tips from industry experts, we provide the tools and knowledge you need to scale your investment portfolio and achieve financial freedom.

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