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Raising capital doesn’t have to feel like begging—it’s about becoming an educator. In this episode, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with private money expert Jay Conner to discuss the massive shift in the lending landscape. While the commercial and multifamily sectors are facing a major reset, Jay reveals why there is currently a "deep freeze" of capital sitting on the sidelines just waiting for the right single-family deals.

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Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome back Jay Conner to the Big Mike Fun Podcast.

01:28 – The "Teacher Cap" Philosophy: Raising money from 47+ private lenders.

03:03 – Market Reset: Why multifamily is struggling while single-family private money is booming.

05:56 – Private Money vs. Hard Money: Understanding the 8% no-points advantage.

07:16 – The 3 Categories of Lenders: Your contacts, BNI networks, and existing lenders.

11:24 – How to Sell Without Selling: The "Diagnosis" conversation script.

13:53 – Raising $969,000 in 90 minutes at a private lender luncheon.

16:19 – Private Credit vs. Equity: Finding high-yield spreads in industrial real estate.

18:48 – The Power of Simplicity: Why a "Confused Mind" always says no.

21:04 – Jay’s Private Money Conference & A-to-Z automation.

23:39 – The 3-Day House Sale: Using lease purchases as a pathway to homeownership.

26:43 – Final Thoughts: Be Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy.

Connect with Jay Conner:

Website: JayConner.com

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: /jay.conner.marketing

LinkedIn: /privatemoneyauthority

Youtube: Real Estate Investing with Jay Conner

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we offer diversified, conservative real estate investments designed for busy, passive investors. Our strategies include high-depreciation deals, income-focused funds, and hard money lending. We handle everything from private lending to equity and consulting, with a focus on transparency and professional administration. Our investments span multifamily, self-storage, retail, industrial, and hotel conversions—built to be tax-efficient and IRA-friendly.

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In this tactical episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" - Mike Zlotnik sits down with Jason Balara, founder of Lark Capital. Jason shares his journey from working in construction as a teenager in the Los Angeles area to building a multifamily syndication firm focused on high-impact value-add strategies.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Jason Balara

0:50 - From Teenager in Construction to Real Estate Investor

1:30 - The Transition to Multifamily Syndication in 2020

2:15 - Leveraging a Value-Add Strategy with Construction Expertise

5:40 - The Reality of the Interest Rate Market Shift

12:20 - Understanding Receivership and Bank Negotiations

18:10 - The LTV and DSCR Challenge: Why Good Assets Struggle

25:45 - The Glass Half-Full: Finding Opportunity in Market Distress

29:30 - Conclusion: How to Reach Out to Jason Balara & Lark Capital

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Website: https://www.larkcapital.com/

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we offer diversified, conservative real estate investments designed for busy, passive investors. Our strategies include high-depreciation deals, income-focused funds, and hard money lending. We handle everything from private lending to equity and consulting, with a focus on transparency and professional administration. Our investments span multifamily, self-storage, retail, industrial, and hotel conversions—built to be tax-efficient and IRA-friendly.

#MikeZlotnik #JasonBalara #LarkCapital #MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateSyndication #ValueAddRealEstate #ConstructionManagement #BigMikeFund #CREMarketUpdate #MarketReset #PropertyInvesting #PassiveIncome #DistressedAssets #RealEstateStrategy

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Steven Arita, a Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and founder of Arita Capital. Steven shares his journey from a small town in Hawaii to the tech hubs of Austin, Texas, and explains how he used real estate to design a path to financial freedom without quitting his day job.

Whether you are a brokerage leader looking to scale or a real estate investor tracking California's inventory shifts, this episode provides institutional-grade insights into the "Big Block" way of doing business.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Steven Arita

1:12 - From Hawaii to AWS: Steven’s Professional Journey

4:45 - Escaping the "Stock Market Only" Mindset

10:30 - Why Tech Professionals Need Real Estate Diversification

15:50 - The "Insider" Strategy: Investing Without the Landlord Stress

22:15 - Understanding Leverage: How to Achieve 3:1 Returns Safely

28:40 - Analyzing Asymmetric Risk & Risk-Adjusted Returns

34:10 - Market Cycles: Why Real Estate is the Opportunity of 2026

39:55 - Final Thoughts: How to Connect with Arita Capital

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At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #StevenArita #AritaCapital #RealEstateInvesting #TechProfessionals #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #AWS #WealthBuilding #BigMikeFund #StockMarketHedge #RealEstateCycles #Leverage #HighNetWorth #REI #PathToPassive

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Steven Arita, a Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and founder of Arita Capital. Steven shares his journey from a small town in Hawaii to the tech hubs of Austin, Texas, and explains how he used real estate to design a path to financial freedom without quitting his day job.

Whether you are a brokerage leader looking to scale or a real estate investor tracking California's inventory shifts, this episode provides institutional-grade insights into the "Big Block" way of doing business.

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Timestamps

🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Steven Arita

🌴 1:12 - From Hawaii to AWS: Steven’s Professional Journey

📉 4:45 - Escaping the "Stock Market Only" Mindset

🏢 10:30 - Why Tech Professionals Need Real Estate Diversification

⚙️ 15:50 - The "Insider" Strategy: Investing Without the Landlord Stress

⚖️ 22:15 - Understanding Leverage: How to Achieve 3:1 Returns Safely

📊 28:40 - Analyzing Asymmetric Risk & Risk-Adjusted Returns

📈 34:10 - Market Cycles: Why Real Estate is the Opportunity of 2026

🏁 39:55 - Final Thoughts: How to Connect with Arita Capital

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #StevenArita #AritaCapital #RealEstateInvesting #TechProfessionals #PassiveIncome #FinancialFreedom #AWS #WealthBuilding #BigMikeFund #StockMarketHedge #RealEstateCycles #Leverage #HighNetWorth #REI #PathToPassive

In this high-energy episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik welcomes Oliver Graf, the visionary behind Big Block Realty. Based in sunny San Diego, Big Block Realty has consistently ranked as one of the top real estate teams in the nation by sales volume and holds the #1 spot in California.

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Timestamps

🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Oliver Graf

☀️ 0:45 - San Diego vs. New York: The Real Estate Lifestyle Advantage

🏆 1:50 - What is Big Block Realty? Building California’s Top Team

📈 5:15 - Scaling Systems: How to Handle Massive Sales Volume

🍎 8:40 - Lessons from Steve Jobs: Simplicity as a Business Strategy

🔬 11:25 - Introducing Commission Lab: Digital Tools for Modern Agents

🤝 13:50 - Hiring and Retaining A-Players in a Competitive Market

📚 15:10 - Book Recommendation: Walter Isaacson’s "Steve Jobs"

🏁 16:30 - Final Thoughts: How to Connect with Oliver Graf

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #OliverGraf #BigBlockRealty #RealEstateScaling #RealEstateTeam #BrokerageGrowth #SteveJobs #CommissionLab #SanDiegoRealEstate #RealEstateMarketing #HighVolumeSales #RealEstateSystems #Entrepreneurship #WealthBuilding #BigMikeFund #REI #RealEstateSuccess

In this deep-dive episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Sean Ross, CEO of 1031X. With over 32 years of industry experience, Sean’s firm is one of the longest-standing boutique qualified intermediaries in the country. Sean brings a massive wealth of financial knowledge—ranging from M&A and currency trading to economics—to help investors navigate the complexities of 1031 exchanges.

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Timestamps

🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Sean Ross

🏛️ 0:43 - Sean’s Background: M&A, Economics, and 1031 Mastery

🌎 1:27 - Life Between Denver and Toronto: A Cross-Border Perspective

❄️ 2:56 - Comparing the Snow: Denver vs. Chicago vs. Toronto

📈 4:32 - Why Do Investors Use 1031 Exchanges?

💼 5:19 - Sean’s Path to CEO: Succession Planning in the 1031 Space

📜 6:10 - The History of Section 1031: From Cattle to Real Estate

🚀 7:14 - Strategic Flexibility: Active vs. Passive & Geographic Shifting

🏛️ 8:01 - Why You Can't Do a 1031 Alone: The Role of the QI

🏢 8:38 - Choosing Your Intermediary: Institutional vs. Boutique

⚖️ 9:36 - The "Lane" Rule: Legal Boundaries for 1031 Providers

💡 10:02 - Providing "Additional Value" Beyond Compliance

⚠️ 28:45 - What is Constructive Receipt? Avoiding Catastrophic Tax Errors

🛡️ 29:08 - Protecting Your Money: Wire Fraud and Secured Bank Accounts

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #1031Exchange

In this informative episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik welcomes Owen Lynn from Advanta IRA. With a decade of experience at institutional giants like Merrill Lynch and TD Ameritrade, Owen now helps investors break free from the limitations of traditional brokerages by utilizing Self-Directed IRAs (SDIRAs).

Whether you are a brokerage leader looking to scale or a real estate investor tracking California's inventory shifts, this episode provides institutional-grade insights into the "Big Block" way of doing business.

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Timestamps

🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Owen Lynn

🏛️ 0:19 - Owen’s Background: From Merrill Lynch to Advanta IRA

📈 3:06 - Why Florida is the New Hub for Finance & Wealth

💼 5:45 - The Limitation of Traditional Custodians (Merrill, TD, Scottrade)

🏘️ 10:12 - Investing in Alternatives: Real Estate, Notes, and Private Equity

⚖️ 15:30 - Understanding the "Self-Directed" Difference

📚 18:15 - Resources for SDIRA Research & Compliance

🏁 19:20 - How to Connect with Owen Lynn & Advanta IRA

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*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #OwenLynn #AdvantaIRA #SelfDirectedIRA #SDIRA #RealEstateInvesting #RetirementPlanning #TaxFreeWealth #AlternativeInvestments #BigMikeFund #WealthBuilding #401kRollover #FinancialFreedom #PassiveIncome #PrivateEquity #IRAInvesting

In this highly anticipated reunion on the Big Mike Fund Podcast, “Big Mike” Zlotnik sits down with Tim Bratz for their first deep dive since COVID to discuss the evolving landscape of commercial real estate.

Tim, founder of Legacy Wealth Holdings, shares how he scaled a portfolio to over 4,000 units - and why the growing “operational friction” of managing at scale pushed him to build a technology-driven property management platform. This conversation goes beyond growth and into the real challenges of scaling, systems, and efficiency.

They break down how outdated “legacy” software impacts NOI, why operators must rethink their tech stack, and how AI is already transforming leasing, marketing, and communication in real estate.

If you're an investor, operator, or anyone interested in how real estate businesses truly scale, this episode delivers practical, real-world insights on building systems that support growth - not limit it.

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0:00 – Intro: Mike welcomes Tim Bratz
0:52 – Scaling to 4,000+ units
1:30 – Why tech became necessary
4:15 – How legacy software impacts NOI
10:45 – AI in leasing and operations
18:30 – Scaling systems and SOPs
25:10 – Market outlook in high-rate environment
29:24 – Closing thoughts

Instagram: @timbratz | @smartmanagementpm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbratz/
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Websites: smartmanagement.com | legacywealthholdings.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LegacyWealth

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About Tempo Family of Funds
We provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities for passive investors. Our strategies focus on income, tax efficiency, and capital preservation across multifamily, self-storage, retail, industrial, and lending platforms.

In this deep-dive episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Brendan Cobb to discuss why many ground-up developers struggled in 2024–2025 and how to pivot for success in 2026. Brendan breaks down his "Land Development Accelerator" model, which focuses on forcing appreciation through government approvals rather than taking on the high risk of vertical construction.

Whether you are a land flipper looking to scale or a passive investor seeking downside protection, this episode reveals the blueprints for institutional-grade land development.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik welcomes Brendan Cobb
1:54 - The 3 Phases of Real Estate Development Explained
2:03 - Phase 1: Land Entitlement & Forcing Appreciation
2:27 - Phase 2: Horizontal Infrastructure & Selling Lots
2:39 - Phase 3: The Risks of Vertical Construction in 2026
5:11 - The Arbitrage Model: Controlling Land Without "Hard Money"
6:03 - Collaborating with Cities: Turning Farmland into Housing
10:25 - Case Study: Creating a $30,000 Per Unit Spread
23:50 - The Affordability Crisis & The Future of Mortgage Rates
27:47 - Macro Analysis: $7 Trillion in Debt and the Fed’s Next Move

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Connect with Brandon Cobb

Email: mailto:[email protected]
Website: http://hbgcapital.net
Number: (901) 596-6425
LinkedIn: in/hbgcapital
Facebook: /hbgcapital
Instagram: @hbgcapital

*ABOUT US*
At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

#MikeZlotnik #BrandonCobb #LandDevelopment #RealEstateInvesting