Decoding Cashflow

 Chad is the founder of Titan Capital Group, whose path to success began with over 400 flips before transitioning to multifamily real estate. With 24 commercial acquisitions and 14 syndications, Chad has built a massive portfolio of real estate. His focus on value-add strategies and community impact makes him a standout in the industry.



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(00:00 - 01:26) Introduction
- Chad is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:26 - 05:43) Chad's Professional Journey
- Chad shares his professional journey

(06:19 - 32:24) Flips, Fortune & Freedom Through Real Estate
- Chad shares the first deal that he closed in multi-family homes
- Chad shares the best assets to invest in
- Strategies to finding deals and how to initiate
- 2 strategic ways to adding value in properties
- How Chad foresee the real estate market in the near future
- Chad shares how he maintains and increase investors in his funnel

(32:53 - 39:47 ) Final Round
- Chad's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- His main source to learn and grow
- How Chad give's back
- Chad shares his best business and investment advice
- One habit that has been crucial to Chad's success

(39:49 - 40:00) Closing Segment
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Mike Stohler is a seasoned real estate investor, hotel operator, and the co-founder of Gateway Private Equity Group. With over two decades of experience, Mike has mastered the art of building passive income through multifamily and hospitality investments.

What makes Mike unique is his ability to blend the worlds of hotels and real estate, creating cash-flowing opportunities that most investors overlook. From owning and managing boutique hotels to scaling multifamily portfolios, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge—and a deep passion for helping others achieve financial freedom.


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(00:00 - 01:26) Introduction
- Michael is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:26 - 06:59) Michael's Professional Journey
- Michael shares his professional journey

(06:59 - 38:40) Unlocking Hidden Cashflow Through Boutique Hotels
- How Michael transitioned from residential to hotels
- How Michael find his first investment in hotels
- Michael's specific criteria keep in mind before finalizing and under writing the deal
- Numbers the Michael look out with hotel deal
- How Michael came across with the property in spain
- Does Michael have different manager's that manage hotel for him?
- How Michael find his investors
- How Michael see the hotel business in the future

(38:40 - 44:14) Final Round
- Michael shares his best business or investment advise
- Michael's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Michael give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(44:14 - 45:58) Closing Segment
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Lane Kawaoka, is a seasoned real estate investor, entrepreneur, and the mastermind behind Simple Passive Cashflow, where he helps everyday people unlock the secrets to building a cash-flowing empire. With a portfolio spanning thousands of rental units and a mission to educate and inspire. In this episode, Lane shares how he made the leap from single-family homes to large multifamily syndications and eventually diversifying into buying already established business.

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(00:00 - 02:08) Introduction
- Lane is introduced as the guest Hosts

(02:08 - 09:01) Lane's Professional Journey
- Lane shares his professional journey

(09:01 - 41:51) From Single Family to Syndications and Beyond
- Lane shares his experience in his real estate journey
- He also shares how he start in real estate
- Lane shares his experience in the past years after the increase of interest rate
- Private equity that Lane got involve
- After acquiring a deal Lane's plan and stuff he do on it

(41:51 - 46:37) Final Round
- Lane shares his best business or investment advise
- Lane's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Lane give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(46:37 - 48:04) Closing Segment
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George Roberts is a commercial real estate expert who brings a unique perspective to the industry. With a background as an award-winning data scientist and nearly 800 scientific citations, George has transformed his analytical expertise into actionable insights for real estate investors. Known as 'The Data Scientist of Real Estate,' he’s here to share his journey and investment strategies that make complex markets simple and exciting.

DISCLAIMER: We are not giving any financial advice.

(00:00 - 01:27) Introduction
- George is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:27 - 03:25) George's Professional Journey
- George shares his professional journey

(03:25 - 39:20) Turning Analytics into Assets
- George's pivotal moment which sparks him in real estate
- How George came across with the investment in Orlando
- What type of partner George have with the deal in Orlando
- George currently focused on
- How George relate his old background as a data analyst in what he do right now and how did it help him in real estate
- Specific criteria right now George have in investing
- Things that George look at underwriting a deal
- What particular aspect George that is focused on in multifamily real estate
- How George started in syndication and steps getting into it
- George's strategy in building investor relationship to look for good deals
- Strategies or process he puts in place to create investor funnel to attract more investors
- George's tough challenges or situation
- How George see the real estate landscape evolving in the future
- What George's book is all about

(41:14 - 44:57) Final Round
- George shares his best business or investment advise
- George's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How George give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(44:57 - 46:39) Closing Segment
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Ryan Stieg is the founder of Left Field Investors and Fund Manager for InvestWise Collective and co-host of the Passive Pockets podcast. He has been a dedicated investor since 2016, exploring a wide range of asset classes but always returning to real estate and business as his core focus. With a portfolio spanning one-to-three-unit rentals across six U.S. markets and over 50 real estate syndications, Ryan is deeply experienced in passive, cash-flow-focused investing. With a passion for empowering investors through education and community networking, Ryan has built a reputation for making alternative investing more accessible.

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(00:00 - 01:25) Introduction
- Ryan is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:25 - 4:47) Ryan's Professional Journey
- Ryan shares his professional journey

(04:47 - 39:20) Creating Network to Empower Passive Investors
- Other asset class that Ryan focused on as well
- How Ryan get started in syndication
- Ryan's two different roles
- His relationship with the bigger pockets
- Steps on starting a community and growing it
- Strategies that Ryan in passive investment club
- Ryan's main strategy to get the operators and deals
- Typical deal structure that Ryan bring to the investor
- Strategies of Ryan to have a good relationship with the investors
- Ryan's strategies to attract more investors
- Ryan's tough challenges
- How Ryan see the landscape evolving in a couple of years

(35:45 - 41:18) Final Round
- Ryan shares his best business or investment advise
- Ryan's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Ryan give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(41:18 - 42:33) Closing Segment
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Arn Cenedella, a seasoned real estate broker and investor with over 40 years of experience in the industry.He is the founder of Spark Investment Group and has built an impressive portfolio, transitioning from single-family rentals to managing over 900 multifamily units, primarily in South Carolina. With a background in residential real estate and a passion for helping others achieve financial freedom, Arn has mastered the art of scaling investments and creating long-term wealth.
In this episode, we’ll explore Arn’s journey, the lessons he’s learned, and his expert advice for anyone looking to grow their real estate portfolio. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned investor, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

DISCLAIMER: We are not giving any financial advice.

(00:00 - 01:36) Introduction
- Arn is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:36 - 36:59) Arn's Professional Journey
- Arn shares his professional journey

(04:05 - 39:20) Scaling From Single-Family to Multifamily
- What Arn switch to multi-family business
- Did Arn ventured outside Carolina?
- Arn shares about the North Carolina Market
- Arn's strategy in finding great deals
- Criteria that Arn's uses to under-write a deal
- Arn's tip how to increase the value of the property and decrease the expense
- What's the main funnel and strategy of Arn to get the investor in to a deal
- Arn's tough deals and challenges. And how he overcome them
- How Arn see the involvement of landscaping in the market

(36:59 - 41:15) Final Round
- Arn shares his best business or investment advise
- Arn's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Arn give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(41:15 - 42:51) Closing Segment
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Gregg Grueh is a seasoned professional with a track record of investing and managing industrial  real estate. With years of experience in, Gregg has been instrumental in driving growth, strategy, and success in his space. He is a founder of GCMP, a firm focused on industrial real estate investments. Gregg brings extensive experience in real estate acquisitions, leasing, and asset management, having held key roles at leading REITs and private equity firms.


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(00:00 - 01:52) Introduction
- Gregg is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:52 - 05:53) Gregg's Professional Journey
- Gregg shares his professional journey

(05:53 - 44:22) Insights into Industrial Real Estate Investment Opportunities
- What sparked Gregg getting into starting his own firm
- Gregg shares about industrial property and other revenue that is focused on
- What exactly Gregg is after in industrial space
- What's the cost of a typical building per square foot
- Category of tenant for a flex space
- How did Gregg started the deal flow when he started GCMP
- Tips of finding great off market deals
- Different aspects that Gregg keep in mind while underwriting the property
- Gregg's typical rent and typical cost on an average per square feet
- Different things need to take care of while owning a building
- Gregg's toughest challenges
- How Gregg see the industrial landscape in the near future

(44:22 - 49:21) Final Round
- Gregg shares his best business or investment advise
- Gregg's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Don give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(49:21 - 50:52) Closing Segment
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Don Spafford is a dynamic real estate investor and General Partner with Beyonder Holdings, Legacy Real Estate Holdings, and HBS Allstar Homes. As the investor relations manager for Simple House Capital Group, he also oversees a Business M&A fund. With 20 years of corporate finance experience, Don transitioned into real estate investing in 2017 and has since built a diverse portfolio across multiple asset classes, including build-to-rent multifamily, RV resorts, NNN retail, build-to-sell developments, business acquisitions, and international hotel resorts

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(00:00 - 01:42) Introduction
- Don is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:42 - 07:42) Don's Professional Journey
- Don shares his professional journey

(07:42 - 39:20) Unlocking Opportunities in RV Parks &  New Builds
- Don shares his deals experience
- Don shared one of the best or favorite asset he like
- Don's typical deal structure
- How Don plan out to get the investors in
- Don's specific criteria that he look into it before he present the deals to the investors
- Don's main strategy to build the funnel to attract the investors
- Specific CRM or software Don's uses to keep track

(39:20 - 45:22) Final Round
- Don shares his best business or investment advise
- Don's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Don give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(45:22 - 46:52) Closing Segment
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As the Founder and Principal of CREI Partners, LLC, I am deeply committed to creating value and delivering results in the real estate investment industry. With a strategic and disciplined approach, I have successfully led a range of investments with over $50M assets under management ranging from multi-family, storage, and retail properties. My work is driven by a passion for cultivating investor relationships, emphasizing transparency, and executing with excellence.

A significant part of my mission is educating and empowering investors to grow their wealth through passive real estate syndications. By providing clear guidance and opportunities for passive investment, I aim to help individuals achieve financial freedom and long-term wealth creation. At CREI Partners, we prioritize investment transparency, investor experience, and a disciplined strategy to position ourselves as a premier real estate investment company.

Our team is grounded in core values that reflect respect, integrity, dependability, grit, and execution, which guide everything we do. Beyond business, I am dedicated to community engagement through my work with organizations like the Rotary Club of Bryan and Scouting. Whether it’s leading the Bryan Rotary Field of Valor fundraiser or participating in scouting activities with my family, I find fulfillment in giving back and creating a lasting impact.

DISCLAIMER: We are not giving any financial advice.

(00:00 - 01:39) Introduction
- Wayne is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:39 - 04:52) Wayne's Professional Journey
- Wayne shares his professional journey

(04:52 - 48:24) From Marine to Multifamily  Syndication
- Wayne explains why he chose only real estate
- Wayne shares about his company what are the main asset they invest in
- How Wayne build relationship with the seller
- What are the specific under writing rule that Wayne follows
- Strategies on how Wayne keeps great relationship with his investors
- Wayne's main marketing strategies to get the new investor in the flow
- Wayne's toughest deal and how he overcome it

(48:24 - 52:57) Final Round
- Wayne shares his best business or investment advise
- Wayne's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Wayne give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(52:57 - 55:24) Closing Segment
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Zihao Wang is the Founder and CEO of Motiva Holdings, a California-based real estate private equity firm specializing in value-added and opportunistic multifamily investments. Under his leadership, Motiva Holdings leverages strategic syndications and joint venture partnerships to identify, acquire, and develop high-potential multifamily properties.

DISCLAIMER: We are not giving any financial advice.

(00:00 - 01:34) Introduction
- Zihao is introduced as the guest Hosts

(01:34 - 07:06) Zihao's Professional Journey
- Zihao shares his professional journey

(07:06 - 31:21) Balancing Risk and Opportunity in Rent-Controlled Multifamily Investments
- Zihao's main strategy to locate the right property
- Specific strategy he use to under write the property
- How Zihao find good property with good cap rate
- Does Ziaho have an asset management team?
- For new properties how Zihao stracture the deal
- How Zihao overcome his very tough deal
- How Zihao source his deals
- Zihao shares his strategy in attracting investor

(31:21 - 34:30) Final Round
- Zihao shares his best business or investment advise
- Zihao's best book that he recommend that made an impact to his business and life
- How Zihao give's back
- His main source to learn and grow

(34:30 - 35:42) Closing Segment
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