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JF2608: Lessons Learned from $25M to $250M AUM in 2 Years with Brian Adams #SituationSaturday Oct 23, 2021

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When Brian Adams went from $25M assets under management to $250M in 2 years, his biggest challenge was managing that growth. What fell through the cracks was his investor experience, and he ended up with some not-so-happy investors. Today, Brian is sharing his biggest mistake with his investor communication and his business model, what his investor journey looks like now, and what you should be doing today to scale efficiently.

Brian Adams Real Estate Background:

Full-time in commercial real estate
11 years of experience
Portfolio consist of 2.7M square feet; $400M gross asset value; 14 markets
Based in Nashville, TN
Say hi to him at: www.excelsiorgp.com

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JF2607: From the Music Industry to Multifamily with Rich Frierson Oct 22, 2021

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With a background in music producing, Rich Frierson decided to go into real estate when he saw the profits he was capable of earning. Now, he’s the go-to for many others in the music industry. Rich is discussing how he balances his relationships with lenders and owners alike, how he is able to buy these properties on short sales, and his expectations for what the multifamily market might bring in 2022.

Richard Frierson Real Estate Background:

Full time career as a music publisher
Currently focused on multifamily units in the Bronx and Mt. Vernon areas of New York
Current properties acquired through short sales and negotiated for 65% of ARV
Developed a screening process to deliver consistently good tenants
Based in Washington, DC
Say hi to him at: https://www.10flipcommandments.com
Best Ever Book: Oversubscribed

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JF2606: Implications of Investing in Stocks vs. Real Estate| Actively Passive Investing Show 64 Oct 21, 2021

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In today’s episode of the Actively Passive Investing Show, Travis discusses why it’s so important to find a CPA that specializes in what you do, implications of investing in the stock market vs. real estate, why he believes depreciation is the key to all tax deductions, and the benefits of being a real estate professional.

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JF2605: The Impact of Inflation on Multifamily, Investors, and Other Assets with Travis Watts Oct 20, 2021

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Travis Watts is joining us today to discuss inflation and how Covid has affected the market. Travis is talking about what might significantly impact real estate markets in the near future, how to mitigate fixed renewal rates for non-residential properties, and 3 ways real estate investors can make money in this climate.

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JF2604: The 4 Steps to Syndication with Bastian Kneuse Oct 19, 2021

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Born and raised in Germany, Bastian Kneuse played professional basketball and worked in finance before pursuing multifamily properties. He now works a full time job, and still makes just as much time to work on his real estate career. Today, Bastian is talking about passively investing while also working on his own syndications, 4 steps to syndicating deals, and his innovative idea for adding value to his tenants as well as the community.

Bastian Kneuse Real Estate Background:

W2 job in finance for a bank, but spends just as much, if not more, time on real estate
Currently passively invested in 3 multifamily deals in Houston, Phoenix, and Oklahoma equaling about 350 doors
Based in San Francisco, CA
Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bkneuse/
Best Ever Book: The Hands-Off Investor

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JF2603: Finding Partners & Creating a Team with Stony Stonebraker Oct 18, 2021

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Although Stony Stonebraker wasn’t able to invest in real estate until after retirement, he went all in and is now a GP. Today, Stony is talking about his experience finding partners and creating a solid team, his due diligence process, and his main hesitation when looking at different asset classes.

Stony Stonebraker Real Estate Background:

Started his career with NASA in the Apollo space program
Currently full time commercial real estate investor
Invested in over 1,000 multifamily units in Florida and Texas
Based in Miami, FL
Say hi to him at: PassivoREI.com
Best Ever Book: Passive Investing Made Simple

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JF2601: Becoming a Full Time Passive Investor with Travis Watts Oct 16, 2021

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Growing up with a frugal upbringing, Travis Watts knew how to be careful with his money and live within his means. Now, he’s a full time passive investor and helps other busy professionals do the same. Today, Travis is sharing his best advice for investors that may not have the capital for big investments yet, resources for the new investor, and how he deals with skepticism in the industry.

Travis Watts Real Estate Background:

Director of Investor Relations for Ashcroft Capital
Full time LP investor
Say hi to him at: https://ashcroftcapital.com/travis/
Best Ever Book: Green Lights

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JF2600: The Financial Advisor's Guide to Passive Investing with Jim Pfeifer Oct 15, 2021

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Jim Pfeifer spent most of his professional career as an educator before becoming a full time passive investor. Now, he helps educate others on how to do the same. Jim is sharing his 4-step sponsor screening process, today’s hottest asset class, and red flags you may not recognize at first glance.

Jim Pfeifer Real Estate Background:

Full time, passive commercial investor
Currently invested in over 60 passive investments
Founder of a Community that educates people about passive syndication investing and offers networking with other like minded people
Based in Columbus, OH
Say hi to him at: www.leftfieldinvestors.com
Best Ever Book: The Hands-Off Investor

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JF2599: Self-Directed IRA vs. eQRP Investing | Actively Passive Investing Show 63 Oct 14, 2021

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In today’s episode of the Actively Passive Investing Show, Travis discusses the differences between self-directed IRA investing and eQRP plans with Damion Lupo. They’re explaining why you may consider paying for this service instead of a “free” account with a major brokerage firm, and how they’re squashing skepticism on these new plans.

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JF2598: Top 3 Characteristics of a Quality GP with Lennon Lee Oct 13, 2021

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When Lennon Lee moved from Venezuela in 2010, he knew he wanted to search for passive investment opportunities to provide for his family. Today, Lennon is diving into the difference between being an LP vs. a GP in a deal, the role of the GP with investor communications, and the importance of capital raising through partnership building.

Lennon Lee Real Estate Background:

Invested his family’s life savings into real estate to build a solid future for his parents and siblings
Involved as both an LP and GP in the acquisition of over 2000 multifamily units, with an approximate market value of $200M
Based in Miami, FL
Say hi to him at: bldcapitalgroup.com

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