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Too many aspiring investors stop short of multifamily because they think it's out of reach.In this episode Ashley Garner breaks down the myths that keep aspiring investors stuck—especially the belief that you must personally fund every deal.
Ashley Garner, real estate entrepreneur, founder of ABG Multifamily demystifies the transition from single-family rentals to large-scale apartment buildings. With over 30 years of experience and 300+ units under management, Ashley shares how a personal health crisis and his father’s legacy proved the life-saving power of passive real estate income. Whether you have one door or none, this conversation will give you the roadmap to stop "swimming on land" and start building a portfolio that lasts for generations.
Key Takeaways
0:00 – Don't let fear stop you: The accessibility of Multifamily.
1:30 – Introducing Ashley Garner: 30 years of real estate expertise.
3:24 – The Legacy of Cacao and College Rentals: How real estate is paying for his father’s care.
5:51 – The 10-Unit Leap: Overcoming the fear of your first "big" deal.
6:14 – The Cardiac Arrest Wake-Up Call: Why rental income saved his family.
9:29 – Same Docs, Different Doors: Demystifying the complexity of commercial deals.
12:49 – Raising Capital: How to find partners who want to win with you.
15:18 – Understanding the Cap Stack: Partnerships, Syndications, and BRRRR.
22:56 – How to connect with ABG Multifamily.
23:27 – The Hindsight Question: What Ashley would have done differently.
Legacy Moment
Ashley explains how properties purchased decades ago are now paying for his father’s medical care—proof that the right real estate decisions today can protect your family tomorrow (3:45–4:05). Legacy isn’t built by waiting until you have “enough,” but by using the resources and relationships you already have.
Ready to Master Multifamily?" If Episode 220 with Michael Root gave you the systems to run a powerhouse, our latest episode with Ashley Garner gives you the mindset and capital strategies to get the keys. Listen to both to complete your multifamily roadmap!
Connect with Ashley:
Website: https://www.abgmultifamily.com/
Contact Number: 910-409-0861
Connect with Corwyn:
Contact Number: 843-619-3005
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exitstrategiesradioshow/
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/exitstrategiessc/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoSuynJd5c4qQ_eDXLJaZA
Website: https://www.exitstrategiesradioshow.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmelette/
Shoutout to our Sponsor: Mellifund Capital, LLC
Need funding for your next real estate flip or build? MelliFund Capital makes it fast, flexible, and investor-friendly. Visit MelliFundCapital.com and fund your future today. Again, that's MelliFundCapital.com, M-E-L-L-I-L-U-N-D, Capital.com.
By Corwyn J Melette5
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Too many aspiring investors stop short of multifamily because they think it's out of reach.In this episode Ashley Garner breaks down the myths that keep aspiring investors stuck—especially the belief that you must personally fund every deal.
Ashley Garner, real estate entrepreneur, founder of ABG Multifamily demystifies the transition from single-family rentals to large-scale apartment buildings. With over 30 years of experience and 300+ units under management, Ashley shares how a personal health crisis and his father’s legacy proved the life-saving power of passive real estate income. Whether you have one door or none, this conversation will give you the roadmap to stop "swimming on land" and start building a portfolio that lasts for generations.
Key Takeaways
0:00 – Don't let fear stop you: The accessibility of Multifamily.
1:30 – Introducing Ashley Garner: 30 years of real estate expertise.
3:24 – The Legacy of Cacao and College Rentals: How real estate is paying for his father’s care.
5:51 – The 10-Unit Leap: Overcoming the fear of your first "big" deal.
6:14 – The Cardiac Arrest Wake-Up Call: Why rental income saved his family.
9:29 – Same Docs, Different Doors: Demystifying the complexity of commercial deals.
12:49 – Raising Capital: How to find partners who want to win with you.
15:18 – Understanding the Cap Stack: Partnerships, Syndications, and BRRRR.
22:56 – How to connect with ABG Multifamily.
23:27 – The Hindsight Question: What Ashley would have done differently.
Legacy Moment
Ashley explains how properties purchased decades ago are now paying for his father’s medical care—proof that the right real estate decisions today can protect your family tomorrow (3:45–4:05). Legacy isn’t built by waiting until you have “enough,” but by using the resources and relationships you already have.
Ready to Master Multifamily?" If Episode 220 with Michael Root gave you the systems to run a powerhouse, our latest episode with Ashley Garner gives you the mindset and capital strategies to get the keys. Listen to both to complete your multifamily roadmap!
Connect with Ashley:
Website: https://www.abgmultifamily.com/
Contact Number: 910-409-0861
Connect with Corwyn:
Contact Number: 843-619-3005
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exitstrategiesradioshow/
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/exitstrategiessc/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoSuynJd5c4qQ_eDXLJaZA
Website: https://www.exitstrategiesradioshow.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmelette/
Shoutout to our Sponsor: Mellifund Capital, LLC
Need funding for your next real estate flip or build? MelliFund Capital makes it fast, flexible, and investor-friendly. Visit MelliFundCapital.com and fund your future today. Again, that's MelliFundCapital.com, M-E-L-L-I-L-U-N-D, Capital.com.

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