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️ From Side Projects in College to Building a Syndication Fund: Hayato Hori’s Path
Guest: Hayato Hori, Managing Partner at Red Brick Equity
Focus: How to start and scale real estate investing on the side—actively or passively—while keeping your W-2 or main business strong.
Starting Out: From W-2 to Real Estate
At 21, Hayato bought his first rental in Memphis while working at Hyperloop. The $200/month cash flow wasn’t enough, so he shifted to wholesaling, scaling to 10–15 deals a month.
The Shift: From Wholesaling to Wealth Building
Watching institutional buyers scale to $1B+ by holding properties, Hayato pivoted to multifamily. Now, as co-founder of Red Brick Equity, he targets Midwest multifamily, recently closing a 26-unit in Chicago with a 24-unit pipeline.
How to Invest While Working Full-Time
- Start Small: Use W-2 income for rentals or passive syndications.
- Know Financing: Understand loan products for leverage.
- Build a Team: PMs, contractors, advisors.
- Keep Reserves: Expect surprises.
- Leverage Partnerships: Shared deals can scale faster.
Active vs. Passive
- Active: Quick cash, but constant grind.
- Passive: Wealth without management—“a beautiful way to grow together.”
Case Study: 26-Unit Chicago Deal
- Price: $2.7M (~$100k/unit)
- Rents: 2BR $1,550–1,600 (up to $1,780+); 3BR $1,750–1,800 (Section 8 up to $2,300)
- Plan: Light upgrades, long-term tenants
- Financing: Agency loans, non-recourse
Key Takeaways for High-Income Earners
- Use W-2 income for favorable loans.
- Start small—duplex/rental teaches fundamentals.
- Don’t ignore “blue states”—focus on numbers.
- Scale with multifamily—better economies of scale.
Coaching Round
- New Investors: Learn to read deals; vet sponsors.
- Balance: Decide priorities early, keep learning.
- Little Time/Money: Either learn by doing or bring value to experienced operators.
- Why Passive: Essential housing, steady cash flow, tax benefits (depreciation, cost seg).
Books:
- How to Win Friends & Influence People — Dale Carnegie
- $100M Offers — Alex Hormozi
Click On This Link For Our Free E-Book "An Introduction Into Apartment Syndication: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/
Website: Moonlightcre.com
Click On The Link Below To Schedule A Call With Eric:https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation
Click On The Link Below For More Information About Eric Lindsey:
https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey
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By Eric LindseyGuest: Hayato Hori, Managing Partner at Red Brick Equity
Focus: How to start and scale real estate investing on the side—actively or passively—while keeping your W-2 or main business strong.
Starting Out: From W-2 to Real Estate
At 21, Hayato bought his first rental in Memphis while working at Hyperloop. The $200/month cash flow wasn’t enough, so he shifted to wholesaling, scaling to 10–15 deals a month.
The Shift: From Wholesaling to Wealth Building
Watching institutional buyers scale to $1B+ by holding properties, Hayato pivoted to multifamily. Now, as co-founder of Red Brick Equity, he targets Midwest multifamily, recently closing a 26-unit in Chicago with a 24-unit pipeline.
How to Invest While Working Full-Time
- Start Small: Use W-2 income for rentals or passive syndications.
- Know Financing: Understand loan products for leverage.
- Build a Team: PMs, contractors, advisors.
- Keep Reserves: Expect surprises.
- Leverage Partnerships: Shared deals can scale faster.
Active vs. Passive
- Active: Quick cash, but constant grind.
- Passive: Wealth without management—“a beautiful way to grow together.”
Case Study: 26-Unit Chicago Deal
- Price: $2.7M (~$100k/unit)
- Rents: 2BR $1,550–1,600 (up to $1,780+); 3BR $1,750–1,800 (Section 8 up to $2,300)
- Plan: Light upgrades, long-term tenants
- Financing: Agency loans, non-recourse
Key Takeaways for High-Income Earners
- Use W-2 income for favorable loans.
- Start small—duplex/rental teaches fundamentals.
- Don’t ignore “blue states”—focus on numbers.
- Scale with multifamily—better economies of scale.
Coaching Round
- New Investors: Learn to read deals; vet sponsors.
- Balance: Decide priorities early, keep learning.
- Little Time/Money: Either learn by doing or bring value to experienced operators.
- Why Passive: Essential housing, steady cash flow, tax benefits (depreciation, cost seg).
Books:
- How to Win Friends & Influence People — Dale Carnegie
- $100M Offers — Alex Hormozi
Click On This Link For Our Free E-Book "An Introduction Into Apartment Syndication: https://moonlightcre.com/ebook_download/
Website: Moonlightcre.com
Click On The Link Below To Schedule A Call With Eric:https://calendly.com/moonlightequitiesgroup/scheduled-conversation
Click On The Link Below For More Information About Eric Lindsey:
https://linktr.ee/ericlindsey