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JF1637: Sales Skills Helped Him Build A Fun & Lucrative Real Estate Investing Business with Chandler David Smith Feb 25, 2019

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In one summer, Chandler signed up 450 homes on pest control contracts, putting about $96k in his pocket. He still leads sales reps, and points out the direct correlation between success in sales and being a successful real estate investor. Most important trait for success in either field? Chandler says hard work will get you there, but he also has tactics to share. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“I’ve gotten more creative as time has gone on” - Chandler David Smith

Chandler David Smith Real Estate Background:

Real estate investor for the last 5 years
Invested in 60 doors that gross $300k per year
Based in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Say hi to him at chandlerdavidsmith.com
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JF1636: Creating, Managing, & Raising Money For A Nonprofit | How To Establish A 501(c)3 #SkillSetSunday with Christian LeFer Feb 24, 2019

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Christian and his company help people establish their own nonprofit organizations. You’ve probably heard how complicated and time consuming the process is, clouded with red tape that takes months to years to clear up. Changemakers is here to help minimize those hassles and get your giving back efforts established more efficiently than what is typical. Hear some great tips on how to establish your own efficiently, or hear how Christian and his team can help. We’re only on this earth for a short period of time, it’s important to try to make it better while we’re here. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“Someone wants to create a non profit because they see a need that is not being filled” - Christian LeFer

Christian Lefer Real Estate Background:

Founder and CEO of Changemakers
Starts and manages 501(c)3’s for successful business owners, investors, execs and celebrities
Has raised millions and run many campaigns during his decade-plus of fundraising
Based in Denver, CO
Say hi to him at https://changemakers.world/
Free PDF for starting a 501(c)3 www.changemakers.world/realestate

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JF1635: Leveraging Others’ Skills To Scale A Real Estate Investing Business with Steve Streit Feb 23, 2019

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Steve wanted to make more money, but felt bad for doing it. He first had to overcome that mindset, after he realized it was okay to work less and earn more, he was able to build a business over the past two years. He’s flipping houses, and just closed on a 20 unit. We’ll he’ll tactical advice from some of his deals, as well as how to build a great team and leverage other people's’ skill sets. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“If you don’t have the necessary relationships, partner with someone who does” - Steve Streit

Steve Streit Real Estate Background:

Real estate investor focused on developing key areas in Detroit
Flipped over 70 houses in the last 18 months, actively buying 1-2 houses a week, and has a portfolio of 50 units and actively looking for more multifamily units
Based in Detroit, MI
Say hi to him at https://www.stevemovesmichigan.com/
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JF1634: 30 Units Owned & Doing 15 Flips Per Year | Cincinnati Investor Scaling His Business with Eric Kottner Feb 22, 2019

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Today we’ll hear from a Cincinnati investor who is currently doing about 15 flips per year, and growing. Eric will share a lot of his experience with us today, he’ll reveal a lot of great information about the Cincinnati market and the range of deals he likes to tackle. We’ll also learn about his Master Lease Option deal that he is still working with. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“When you’re talking with the seller, you want to keep the numbers simple” - Eric Kottner

Eric Kottner Real Estate Background:

Full time investor since 2006
Has done 15 of his own flips and owns 30 units
Based in Cincinnati, OH
Say hi to him at https://cincyturnkey.com/
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JF1633: Breaking Down the Rent: Apartment Financial Statements Part 2 of 6 | Syndication School with Theo Hicks Feb 21, 2019

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We are continuing our discussion and break down of the rent today. I don’t need to explain much here, if you want to know more about the rent roll for apartment syndication purposes, tune in. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“Market rent is what the unit should be renting for, the current rent is how much the tenant is being charged”

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http://bit.ly/rentroll

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JF1632: Breaking Down the Rent: Apartment Financial Statements Part 1 of 6 | Syndication School with Theo Hicks Feb 20, 2019

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This episode is all about the Rent Roll. What is it? How do you get it? Why do you need it? All of these questions and more are answered in this episode of Syndication School. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

Best Ever Tweet:

“By the end of these two episodes, you’re going to learn what a rent roll is, how to obtain it, why you need it, and other important things to look for”

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http://bit.ly/rentroll

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JF1631: What Does Success Look Like? Money Isn’t Everything with Corey Peterson Feb 19, 2019

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Corey saw real estate success early in life, not his own, but his step dad at the time was wildly successful, and it was from real estate. After that, Corey read Rich Dad Poor Dad and started his own real estate journey. He was doing well, a lot of people saw him as having massive success. But one day, he realized he was too consumed with work, missed his son’s game, and realized this was not his idea of success. Now hear how he balances real estate success AND family success. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“I used to say I wish I could own an apartment building, but on that day I said, how can I own an apartment building” - Corey Peterson

Corey Peterson Real Estate Background:

Owner of Kahuna Investments, an apartment investing company
Has managed and acquired over $95 million in real estate
Host of the Multi-Family Legacy Podcast
Based in Phoenix, AZ
Say hi to him at https://kahunainvestments.com/
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JF1630: Raising Capital For Completing BIG Deals with John Rubino Feb 18, 2019

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Raising enough money to complete the large deals that John and his company do takes a lot of trial and error, and on the job learning. Figuring out what works and what doesn’t work when raising money can be a painful process, so can scaling a real estate business. Lucky for you, John shares his experience and knowledge on the show for free, so you can learn from his mistakes and successes. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“Always be an integrity based business, do what you say you’re going to do, and be transparent” - John Rubino

John Rubino Real Estate Background:

COO/Founder of JID Investments
Among many responsibilities, John raises private capital for projects, resulting in investment of $16.6M+ with revenue of $8.9M+
Based in Washington D.C.
Say hi to him at https://www.jidinvestments.com/
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JF1629: Passive Investing In Commercial Real Estate #SkillSetSunday with James Kandasamy Feb 17, 2019

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Today we’re welcoming back James to share some passive investing knowledge with us. He recently wrote a book on the subject, and has spent a lot of his real estate investing career dealing with passive investors himself. If you are a passive investor, you’ll want to tune in and hear how to vet sponsors, deals, and other aspects to evaluate before handing over your hard earned cash. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“Different asset classes have different timing requirements” - James Kandasamy

James Kandasamy Real Estate Background:

Owner of Achieve Investment Group
Multifamily Sponsor owning approx 1,000 units in Central Texas Area with a focus on value add deals
Syndicate large Multifamily Apartment properties by raising money from accredited private investors
Author of the new book, Passive Investing In Commercial Real Estate: Insider secrets to achieving financial independence available here: https://amzn.to/2WZiFPn
Listen to his previous episode:
- JF1273: Deep Value Add Apartment Syndications with James Kandasamy
Say hi to him at http://achieveinvestmentgroup.com/
Based in Austin, Texas
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JF1628: Identify An Up-And-Coming Market Before Everyone Else #SituationSaturday with Brent Maxwell Feb 16, 2019

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Brent is back to share more great knowledge with us (see his first episode below). He is an investor in Detroit, focusing on the revitalization of the city. Brent excels at finding the areas of Detroit that are just beginning to turn around, and start buying before other investors catch on. How does he do it? Find out by hitting play. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!

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“When you see young couple with kids and dogs in the area, and look completely out of place, you know there is something going on in that area” - Brent Maxwell

Brent Maxwell Real Estate Background:

Real estate investor whose personal and professional stories align with the recovery of Detroit

Has a passion for the “limping” sections of Detroit and helps people buy into a piece of the city’s recovery

Listen to his previous episode:
- JF1357: Identify An Emerging Part Of A Down Market, Invest, & Make Money with Brent Maxwell
Bought sold & Brokered 1,000 doors of Detroit real estate with a volume of over $30,000,000 since 2005

Based in Detroit, MI

Say hi to him at http://www.ipsrealty.com/

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