Most people lose money in real estate syndications for one reason: they don’t know how to properly vet a deal.

In this episode, I sit down with Hans Box to unpack the exact questions savvy investors should ask before wiring funds to a sponsor.

Hans is the Co-Founder of Box Wilson Equity, which has invested has invested $95MM+ in equity across various asset classes, including multifamily, self-storage, mobile home parks, distressed debt, office, and preferred equity. And he’s personally been involved in the acquisition, investment, and management of over $350MM in multifamily and self-storage assets.

Together, we break down how to assess risk, spot red flags in offering documents, and why alignment, transparency, and track record matter more than hype or projected returns.

Whether you’re considering your first deal or refining your due diligence process, this conversation will help you make smarter, safer investment decisions in the world of syndications.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1.) The #1 reason investors lose money in syndications—and how to avoid it by reverse-engineering a deal’s risk through the capital stack, pro forma, loan terms, and sensitivity analysis.

2.) Why “projected returns” are a trap—and what smart investors look at instead, including sponsor alignment, track record, deal structure, and the questions that reveal the truth before you wire a dollar.

3.) The hidden red flags most investors miss inside the fine print, from manager replacement clauses to preferred equity terms—and how reading between the lines of the PPM could save you from disaster.

Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/233

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