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JF3270: Tony Lopes — The Power in Understanding What You Bring to the Table, Why Syndicators Should Vet Investors, and How to Best Take Advantage of Networking Aug 18, 2023

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Tony Lopes is the CEO of Dirty Boots Capital, which focuses on helping clients achieve more freedom, wealth, peace, and certainty. In this episode, Tony discusses how he utilized real estate investing to retire at 44 years old and the lessons he’s learned along the way. He reflects on the value of knowing your own strengths and using the power of networking in an industry where most people share their knowledge for free.

Tony Lopes | Real Estate Background

CEO of Dirty Boots Capital
Portfolio:
- 200+ assets under management
Based in: NH and FL
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Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan
Greatest Lesson: Once you've learned something, put a system in place and move onto the next thing you need to learn.

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JF3269: Pros and Cons of Using Leverage to Buy Real Estate | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts Aug 17, 2023

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Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor.

Using leverage means using other people’s money to buy an investment property. How do you decide what’s best for your financial future? In this episode, Travis weighs the pros and cons of using leverage to acquire investment properties and discusses how to make your decision depending on your investing goals.

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JF3268: Cody Laughlin — Mastering Multifamily and Diversifying Into Industrial Aug 16, 2023

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Ever wondered how to turbocharge your real estate portfolio by strategically merging two seemingly different asset classes? In this episode, Cody Laughlin reveals his powerful insights into the symbiotic relationship between multifamily and industrial investments. Discover how Cody harnessed the combined potential of these two worlds to create a robust and diversified investment strategy, ensuring both cash flow and long-term growth. Learn from his journey as he shares tactics on navigating new asset classes, forging connections, and elevating your credibility in the ever-evolving market landscape.

Key Takeaways:

Diversifying With Purpose: Cody unveils his innovative approach of blending industrial real estate investments with multifamily properties to harness higher cash flow without compromising future returns.
Credibility Through Track Record: Leveraging his multifamily expertise, Cody demonstrates how to break into new asset classes by capitalizing on existing success and aligning with industry experts.
Keep it Simple: Cody's mantra emphasizes the power of simplicity and exceptional customer experiences to navigate market uncertainties and build lasting investment success.

Cody Laughlin | Real Estate Background

Co-founder of Blue Oak Capital
Portfolio:
- 950 multifamily units
- 350K sq. ft. industrial
Based in: Houston, TX
Say hi to him at:
- blueoakinvests.com
- LinkedIn

Best Ever Book: The One Thing by Gary Keller
Greatest Lesson: Never buy a floating rate deal without a rate cap.

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JF3267: Bob Lachance — Unleashing the Power of Virtual Assistants Aug 15, 2023

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Are you tired of juggling endless tasks in your commercial real estate business? Wondering if there's a way to boost productivity without burning out? Join Ash Patel as he sits down with Bob Lachance, founder of Reva Global, to uncover the game-changing potential of virtual assistants. Discover how these dynamic assistants can revolutionize your workflow, from lead generation to administrative duties, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: scaling your commercial real estate empire. Key Takeaways:

Start Small, Gain Confidence: Virtual assistants (VAs) can significantly enhance your business efficiency, but starting with one VA and gaining confidence is often the best approach. Gradually add more VAs as you identify specific tasks that can be outsourced effectively.
Clear Task Identification: Successful utilization of VAs hinges on precisely defining the tasks you want them to handle. Categorize income-producing tasks from non-income-producing ones and offload the latter. Remember, even if a VA performs at 80% of your level, the time saved can significantly grow your business.
Avoiding Burnout and Overcoming Skepticism: Monitoring burnout is crucial, but VA tasks are typically specialized and structured, which can prevent burnout in comparison to monotonous assembly line work. Skepticism about VAs can be countered by giving it a try, ensuring clarity on the tasks you need assistance with, and utilizing tracking metrics if necessary.

Bob Lachance | Real Estate Background

Bob Lachance is the founder and CEO of Reva Global, a trailblazing virtual assistant training and staffing company that caters to real estate professionals. Bob is also at the helm of PurchRock, specializing in property acquisitions across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

CEO and founder of REVA Global and PurchRock
Portfolio:
- Flipping
- Syndications
Based in: West Hartford, CT
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Best Ever Book: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
Greatest Lesson: Don't get shiny object syndrome!

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JF3266: Joshua Meyer — The Dangers of Scaling Too Quickly and a Playbook for Getting Started With Direct-to-Seller Deals Aug 14, 2023

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Joshua Meyer is the founder of Meyer REI, which creates win-win opportunities between the company and those struggling with foreclosure. In this episode, Joshua gives a step-by-step process for approaching direct-to-seller financing and shares some of the pain he endured by scaling his portfolio and his team too quickly.

Joshua Meyer | Real Estate Background

Founder of Meyer REI
Portfolio:
- 36 units buy-and-hold multifamily
- Does 3–5 wholesale flips per month
Based in: Milwaukee, WI
Say hi to him at:
- Instagram
Best Ever Book: The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner
Greatest Lesson: If you're in the middle of a project with contractors, you have to be a part of that project. Be there every day. Because they will try to get one over on you if you let them.

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JF3265: Andy McQuade — Save Six Figures on Your Next Project With These Construction and Efficiency Upgrades Aug 13, 2023

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Andy McQuade is the principal at The ARM Companies, which provides consulting and advisory services for individuals and businesses working in the real estate industry. In this episode, Andy discusses the biggest mistakes operators make when dealing with construction on investment projects. He also shares expert recommendations on saving big on development deals, and what not to do when dealing with suppliers.

Andy McQuade | Real Estate Background

Principal at The ARM Companies
Portfolio:
- Self-storage
Based in: Rochester, NY
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Best Ever Book: Never Split the Difference by Christopher Voss
Greatest Lesson: Just get started, and live below your means. Spend your 20s working your tail off at a W-2, and invest your money. It’s the best thing you can do.

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JF3264: Best Ever Book Club - The Wealthy Gardner by John Soforic Aug 12, 2023

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The Best Ever Book Club is a special monthly series hosted by Best Ever founder Joe Fairless. In each insightful episode, Joe dives into influential books that shape the world of investing, exploring key principles, strategies, and lessons to enrich both the seasoned investor and the curious novice.

In this episode, Joe unravels the wisdom found in "The Wealthy Gardener" by John Soforic, delving into the parables and teachings that cultivate a prosperous mindset. They discuss how the book's lessons can be applied to real estate and personal growth, inspiring listeners to reflect on their own financial paths and aspirations.

If you would like to join the book club and participate live, go to www.bebookclub.com to sign up!

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JF3263: Robbie Faithe - How to Create a Win-Win Scenario with Seller Financing and The Best Marketing Tactics to Find Off-Market Deals Aug 11, 2023

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Robbie Faithe is the CEO of Faithe Real Estate and co-founder of Integrity Home Buyers. In this episode, Robbie talks about his journey from flipping houses to investing in a variety of commercial real estate assets, ranging from multifamily to warehouses. He shares the marketing tactics he uses to find off-market deals and how he’s getting creative with seller financing to find cash-flowing deals in a difficult economy.

Robbie Faithe | Real Estate Background

CEO of Faith Real Estate and Co-founder of Integrity Home Buyers
Portfolio:
- Residential, commercial, storage, warehouse development, mobile home parks, and multifamily
- Just under $20MM AUM, all in New Mexico
Based in: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Say hi to him at:
- Instagram
- TikTok
- YouTube
Best Ever Book: $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi
Greatest Lesson: Find whoever it is that is doing what you want to do and do whatever you can to work for them for free. Find a mentor who is already functioning at a level that you see yourself at, and offer some value to them and see if there's anything you can do to get in their world.

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JF3262: 5 Steps to Vet a Syndication Deal | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts Aug 10, 2023

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In this episode, Travis walks through his personal five-step process for vetting an apartment syndication deal and encourages listeners to add their own personal preferences to make the process their own.

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JF3261: Vanessa Alfaro - Disrupting the Real Estate Game with AI Aug 09, 2023

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Vanessa Alfaro discusses her journey from being a single mom opening companies at 22 to founding multiple seven-figure firms across three countries. Vanessa shares insights into her real estate portfolio, which focuses on multifamily investments. She emphasizes the necessity to embrace technological advancements, particularly AI, to optimize operations in the real estate industry. Vanessa reveals how AI can be applied in various aspects of real estate, including acquisition, underwriting, asset management, investor relations, and marketing, providing real-life examples and platforms to streamline processes.

Vanessa Alfaro | Real Estate Background

Founder of Venus Capital, a women-owned multifamily real estate investment firm focused on technology and innovation.
Portfolio:
- $50M in AUM in TX, LA, MS, and MO
Based in: Beverly Hills, CA
Say hi to her at:
- Instagram - @vanessavenuscapital
- LinkedIn

Best Ever Book: Traction by Gino Wickman
Greatest Lesson: You pay for education one way or another, either through coaching or through experience and mistakes.

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