In this episode of The Infinity Podcast, Zeus Hernandez sits down with Mark Ruff — a seasoned real estate investor, professor, and mentor with over three decades of experience in development, investment analysis, and market strategy.

From navigating real estate market cycles to structuring complex deals, Mark shares the frameworks, philosophies, and lessons that have shaped his career. As a longtime professor and former advisor to Zeus, this conversation dives deep into both personal growth and professional rigor — making it a must-listen for aspiring developers, analysts, and investors.

They explore:

• How to understand and time real estate cycles
• The core principles of smart deal structuring
• Lessons from mentoring the next generation of real estate leaders
• Why curiosity, discipline, and adaptability matter most in today’s market

Whether you're in school, at your first job, or already in the trenches of development — this episode offers the clarity and strategic thinking that long-term success demands.

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