Global Investors: Investing in U.S. Real Estate

Marshall Sykes grew up in a real estate family, learning early how building and holding properties could create lasting wealth. After serving 24 years as a U.S. Navy Captain in the Civil Engineer Corps and later managing billion-dollar projects at ExxonMobil, Marshall turned his focus to investing. Starting with single-family rentals, he soon discovered the power of scale in multifamily real estate.

In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Marshall shares his journey from owning single-family homes to partnering in over 2,000 multifamily units. He explains why syndication became his preferred strategy, how to vet sponsors and operators, and what new investors need to know about lending terms, reserves, and market risks. We also discuss the pros and cons of single-family vs. multifamily investing, the importance of long-term planning, and his expansion into oil and gas syndications.

Whether you’re an active investor, a passive investor, or just beginning your journey, this episode offers practical lessons on scaling wealth and avoiding common mistakes.

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Are you still managing your rentals on your own? In this episode of Strategy Saturday, Charles Carillo explains the Top 5 Benefits of Property Management for Investors and why hiring a property manager often pays off.

You’ll learn how property managers help with tenant screening, bookkeeping, vendor negotiations, legal compliance, and market knowledge. If you’ve ever wondered whether to self-manage or hire a property manager, this episode will give you the full breakdown.

👉 Stay tuned until the end to discover the #1 mistake small landlords make.

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Luis Belmonte, founding partner of Seven Hills Properties and a former executive at AMB Property Corporation, joins Charles Carillo to share lessons from his 57-year real estate career. From his first duplex in 1964 to managing $250M in warehouse developments, Luis explains how to underwrite commercial properties, avoid exit strategy mistakes, and thrive in both constrained and oversupplied markets.

Topics include:

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One small insurance claim can cause your landlord premiums to skyrocket or even get your policy dropped. But the good news is, you can prevent it.

In this episode of Strategy Saturday, Charles Carillo shares 7 proven tips that help landlords lower insurance costs, avoid costly claims, and protect their rental properties. From dryer vent fire prevention to water heater replacement strategies and the importance of requiring renter’s insurance, these practical steps will save you money and keep your properties safe.

If you’re a landlord or real estate investor looking to cut expenses while minimizing risk, these insights will show you exactly how to protect your rentals and stop overpaying for insurance.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why even one small claim can raise premiums for 3–5 years

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In this episode of the Global Investors Podcast, Charles Carillo interviews Jay Biggins, a seasoned investor with over 25 years of experience in value-add affordable housing strategy and LIHTC multifamily investing.

You’ll hear how Jay built his business without syndication, scaled from small C-class properties to a large portfolio across multiple states, and why he prefers self-management over third-party property management.

Topics Covered:

Building a multifamily portfolio without syndication

Moving from C-class to LIHTC affordable housing

Why self-management can beat third-party property management

Finding hidden value-add opportunities in deals

The “Four Cs” formula for higher cash flow

Managing properties across multiple states

Avoiding common multifamily investing mistakes

Using over-delivery to boost occupancy and renewals

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Buying a property with unpermitted work can be a costly mistake but it can also be an opportunity if you know how to handle it. In this episode, we break down how to find open permits on a property, the cost to legalize unpermitted renovations, and how to protect your investment.

You’ll learn the real estate permitting process for investors, the biggest unpermitted construction risks buyers should know, and how to check if renovations are properly permitted. Whether you’re buying a house with unpermitted work or facing home renovations without permits, this guide will help you avoid costly errors.

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Cory Harelson went from pulling 80-hour weeks as a structural engineer to building a cash-flowing portfolio of mobile home parks. In this episode, he breaks down how he made the leap, found his first deal on Craigslist, and built a team to scale nationwide. You’ll learn why mobile home parks are a powerful value-add asset class, how to source off-market deals, and why this niche is still overlooked by most investors.

You’ll learn:

How to analyze and buy your first mobile home park

What makes a deal I.D.E.A.L.

Why lot sizes and sewer lines can make or break a deal

How to automate management with resident managers

Tips for transitioning from full-time job to full-time investor

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Thinking of using the BRRRR method to build your real estate portfolio?

In this Strategy Saturday episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the biggest mistakes investors make when using the BRRRR strategy — from underestimating rehab costs to refinancing disasters and overleveraging. If you’re a new or growing real estate investor, this episode will help you avoid costly pitfalls.

Topics Covered:

Why BRRRR strategies fail for beginners

How hard money loans can backfire

The dangers of market timing during refinancing

What overleveraging really does to cash flow

Why BRRRR is best left to experienced investors

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In this episode, Charles Carillo interviews Joe Downs, co-founder of Belrose Group, about his journey from financial advisor to owning over 20 self-storage facilities.

Joe shares how he went from losing it all in a failed bar venture to building a successful storage investment company. We cover:

The power of self-storage as a value-add investment

The difference between Pro Storage and Small Bay Flex

Why 80% of storage is still owned by mom-and-pops and what that means for investors

How to find off-market deals and use SBA loans

Tips for beginners looking to enter the self-storage industry in 2025

Learn how Joe raised over $90M in commercial real estate syndications and now helps others break into this niche space.

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Is your tenant falling behind on rent — again? One missed payment turns into three, and suddenly you're stuck with a non-paying tenant, lost income, and a costly eviction.

In this episode, Charles Carillo breaks down the exact steps he uses to reduce rent delinquencies fast. From smarter tenant screening to payment systems and eviction strategies, this guide is designed to protect your rental income and preserve your NOI.

Perfect for landlords, real estate investors, and property managers looking to streamline operations and avoid financial traps.

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Topics covered:

How to stop rent delinquencies

Tenant screening requirements that work

Why payment plans often fail

When to offer cash for keys

How to track turnover costs and eviction timelines

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