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JF3740: Understanding Real Estate Market Phases: Core Multifamily Insights from a $1.8B Portfolio ft. Forrest Corral Nov 30, 2024

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Slocomb Reed interviews Forrest Corral, a principal at LTL Multifamily, who shares his extensive experience in the multifamily real estate sector. Forrest discusses his journey from accounting to real estate, the skills that have contributed to his success in acquisitions, and his insights on understanding market cycles. He emphasizes the importance of adapting investment strategies to current market conditions, particularly in light of rising interest rates and changing economic factors. The conversation provides valuable advice for aspiring real estate investors and highlights the opportunities present in the current market landscape.

Forrest Corral | Real Estate Background

Principal / Chief Investment Officer at LTL Investments
Based in: Newport Beach, California
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JF3739: Building Two Niche Real Estate Empires Through Mobile Homes & Parking Lots ft. Kevin Bupp Nov 29, 2024

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In this conversation, Kevin Bupp discusses his extensive experience in real estate, particularly in mobile home parks. He shares insights on how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the real estate market, the current trends in mobile home parks, and the financing options available for both park owners and residents. Kevin emphasizes the importance of value-add strategies and the unique structure of ownership in mobile home parks, highlighting the differences between mobile homes and traditional housing. He also discusses the role of 21st Mortgage and Clayton Homes in facilitating financing for mobile home purchases.

Kevin Bupp | Real Estate Background

CEO - Sunrise Capital Investors
Based in: Clearwater, Florida
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JF3738: Private Money vs Flipping: Why Lending Beats Being in the Trenches ft. Mike Seidl Nov 28, 2024

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Mike Seidl shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his first company in the medical alert industry to his current role as a private money lender in real estate. He discusses the transition from flipping houses to lending, the advantages of being in a lending position, and insights into the current real estate market. Mike emphasizes the importance of cash flow, building relationships, and being prepared for future opportunities in the market.

Mike Seidl | Real Estate Background

Co-Founder of REI Capital Guys
Based in: Las Vegas
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JF3737: Demystifying LIHTC Properties: The Hidden Opportunities in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits ft. Mikhail Kaufman Nov 27, 2024

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In this episode, host Slocomb Reed interviews Mikhail Kaufman, COO of Kraft Capital Investments, who specializes in LIHTC (Low Income Housing Tax Credit) multifamily properties in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Kaufman shares his expertise in managing these specialized properties, explaining how LIHTC deals require unique operational knowledge due to income restrictions and compliance requirements, but can offer better returns due to less competition from buyers. He details how his team creates value through operational efficiency, leveraging housing subsidies, and potentially repositioning properties once tax credit restrictions expire. Kaufman emphasizes that staffing remains his biggest challenge, particularly finding and retaining qualified maintenance personnel, and stresses the importance of hands-on management and building strong relationships with employees.

Mikhail Kaufman | Real Estate Background

Chief Operating Officer - Craft Capital Consulting
Based in: McKinney, Texas

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JF3736: The Secret Life of Interest Rates — Inflation, the Election, and What Comes Next ft. Ben Lapidus Nov 26, 2024

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John Chang and Ben Lapidus explore the current state of the real estate market in John's debut episode of "The Horizon with John Chang". They focus on the impact of interest rates, differing regional perspectives, and the long-term outlook for real estate investments. They discuss the importance of understanding market dynamics, the potential for investment opportunities, and the need for investors to keep a forward-looking perspective. The dialogue emphasizes the value of real estate as a consistent and reliable investment vehicle, even amidst fluctuating economic conditions.

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JF3735: Healthcare Development, Wedding Venues & The Art of Finding Lucrative Real Estate Niches ft. Austin Hair Nov 25, 2024

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Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Austin Hair, a real estate entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio including wedding venues and retail centers. Austin shares his journey from being a professional wakeboarder to becoming a successful real estate investor. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the wedding venue business, the complexities of financing real estate, and his transition into retail real estate. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding market dynamics, the blurred lines between real estate and hospitality, and the realities of passive income in the real estate sector.

Austin Hair | Real Estate Background

Leaders Real Estate
Based in: Orlando, FL
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JF3734: The Hidden Power of C-PACE: Why Most Real Estate Projects Already Qualify for Low-Cost, Fixed-Rate Financing ft. Laura Rapaport Nov 24, 2024

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Joe Cornwell interviews Laura Rapaport, Founder & CEO of North bridge, to discuss the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program. Laura shares her extensive background in real estate and explains how C-PACE financing works, its benefits, and its eligibility criteria. The conversation delves into practical applications of C-PACE in development projects, financial structures, and market trends, providing valuable insights for real estate investors and developers. Laura also offers her outlook on the real estate market for 2025, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing conditions and utilizing innovative financing solutions.

Laura Rapaport | Real Estate Background

Founder & CEO of North Bridge
Based in: New York, New York
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JF3733: Structuring a No-Headache Bar Deal: Getting Business Profits Without the Business Hassles ft. Ash Patel and Amanda Cruise Nov 23, 2024

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Ash Patel shares his experiences and insights into investing in businesses, particularly in the bar and nightclub sector. He discusses the emotional aspects of investment decisions, the risks associated with buying businesses versus real estate, and the importance of structuring deals to protect against potential downsides. Ash reflects on his past failures and successes, emphasizing the need for careful planning and partnership dynamics in business ventures.

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JF3732: Making Taxes Work For You: Bonus Depreciation, QBI Deductions, and Real Estate Professional Status Secrets ft. Amanda Han Nov 22, 2024

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Amanda Han and Matt Faircloth discuss the current tax strategies for real estate investors, focusing on the implications of recent political changes and the impact of tax legislation on investment decisions. They explore the benefits of the Qualified Business Income Deduction, the significance of bonus depreciation, and the increased funding for the IRS leading to more audits. The discussion also touches on the political dynamics that influence tax laws and the future outlook for tax benefits under a new administration.

Amanda Han | Real Estate Background

Tax Managing Director at Keystone CPA
Based in: Orange, California
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JF3731: Mastering Section 8 & Low-Income Housing: The Truth About Returns, Tenants, and Housing Authorities ft. Ray Glymph Nov 21, 2024

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Ray Glymph discusses his journey from experiencing homelessness to building a $10 million real estate portfolio focused on affordable housing. He shares insights on successfully managing Section 8 properties, debunks misconceptions about low-income housing, and emphasizes the importance of local market knowledge and relationship building with housing authorities. Ray also discusses his strategy of targeting 5-20 unit properties and adapting to current market challenges.