Go Big! Live Podcast

Tune in to the latest episode of "Go Big! Live!" with host Matt Drouin, featuring the accomplished Stewart Beal.  At just 19, Stewart began his journey into real estate by founding Beal Properties LLC.  His entrepreneurial spirit led to the creation of over 20 companies, with a portfolio boasting more than 100 property acquisitions and the management of over 3,000 units. Stewart's extensive experience in real estate, construction, and capital raising provides a wealth of knowledge for listeners eager to learn from a seasoned professional.

In this episode, Stewart shares his transition from running a lawn care business as a teenager to embarking on real estate investment in college. His first real estate venture involved purchasing a five-unit building, where he learned the essentials of property management and tenant relations. Stewart's journey is highlighted by his bold move at 19 to acquire a challenging 30-unit property, overcoming obstacles in financing and construction. His success story culminates in a significant deal involving a 468-unit building, which he later sold for a considerable profit, demonstrating his skill in recognizing and capitalizing on opportunities in the real estate market.

Eager to learn from accomplished real estate investors like Stewart Beal and extract valuable insights from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is an ideal platform for connecting with like-minded individuals, engaging in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and accessing a wealth of resources. For access to this rich source of knowledge and networking opportunities, visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and become part of an empowering real estate community.

Get ready for an engaging episode of the "Go Big! Live" podcast featuring Orlando Ortiz, a seasoned Real Estate Investor and Property Manager in Rochester, NY.  Orlando brings a unique blend of expertise in managing both residential and commercial properties, coupled with a strong background in project management, budgeting, and engineering. He's also a dedicated community volunteer, actively involved in non-profit boards and local efforts throughout Rochester.
 

In this episode, Orlando shares his journey from Puerto Rico to becoming an investor dedicated to a balance of work and community impact, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships with both tenants and business partners. He details his transition from small multifamily units to recently closing a significant 22-unit deal, offering insights into the complexities of larger real estate investments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of scaling up in the real estate world.
 

Eager to meet real estate investors like Orlando Ortiz and get inspired by their stories? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This vibrant community is the perfect spot to connect with fellow enthusiasts, engage in live Q&A with industry experts, and access a trove of resources. Ideal for both beginners and experienced investors, this group is your gateway to taking those crucial steps in your real estate journey. Check out the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and dive into a world of learning and networking opportunities.

Get ready for another exciting episode of the Go Big! Live podcast, where host Matt Drouin chats with powerhouse Percy Nikora, a seasoned expert in investor relations and capital raising, currently spearheading Penn Capital. Before his journey into real estate began, Percy held leadership positions in esteemed financial and pharma industries such as Merrill Lynch, Dow Jones, and Pfizer.

In this episode, we dive into Percy's fascinating journey, tracing back to his tech entrepreneurial days and how his early exposure to real estate through a family portfolio laid the groundwork for his future investments. You won’t want to miss the story behind Percy’s first major Go Big style acquisition, a 124 unit complex that caught fire while under contract.  From having to raise capital mid deal to handling insurance negotiations, listeners will come away from this episode with a unique perspective on going big.

Ready to connect with motivated real estate investors like Percy Nikora and gain inspiration from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community provides a platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, take that crucial first step toward achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Get ready for an exciting episode of the Go Big! Live podcast, where host Matt Drouin welcomes a very special guest and personal friend, Marty Grizzanti.  Host of the Power Play Podcast and partner at Duplex Capital and Upstate Homebuyers, where he has amassed a portfolio of over 100 units, Marty brings a wealth of experience to the table.
 

In this episode, Marty Grizzanti shares riveting stories from his real estate journey.  From gaining an interest in real estate through reddit to his most recent closing on a 79 unit apartment deal, Marty's candid storytelling unveils the realities of the industry. Key moments include why Marty left the 9-5 he loved for real estate, the hurdles faced in negotiations, and numerous pivotal decisions that led to sucesss, including a personal guarantee and finding new partnerships. 
 

Ready to connect with motivated real estate investors like Marty Grizzanti and gain inspiration from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community provides a platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, take that crucial first step toward achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Get ready for an exciting episode of the Go Big! Live podcast, where host Matt Drouin welcomes a very special guest, Ashley Kehr, co-host of the BiggerPockets Rookie podcast. Ashley's journey began in 2014 and has since led her to a portfolio of over 30 buy and hold units, not to mention the 130 residential and commercial properties her property management team oversees. Ashley's story is a testament to the power of creativity, partnerships, and a knack for finding under-market value properties.
 

In this episode, we dive deep into Ashley's journey from selling roadside-painted rocks in her childhood to negotiating with sellers and leveraging creative financing.  You won’t want to miss how she overcame appraisal issues and how she transformed a seemingly vacant commercial building into a thriving investment. Listeners may even walk away from this episode with some of Ashley’s tricks for finding under market value properties.
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Ashley and gain inspiration and insights from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Join us for the next episode of "Go Big! Live" as we sit down with Andrew Freed, an emerging force in the Worcester area multi-family space.  Andrew boasts an impressive track record with over $10 million in assets under management but his true passion lies in educating others about the power of investing and financial literacy.
 

In this episode, we dive into the details of Andrew’s massive 65-unit acquisition, from the due-diligence process and seller credits to the construction money and interest-only periods.  To top it off, you won’t want to miss what Andrew did when they fell short of their $1.8 million raise and how they managed to take the deal down anyway.  Listeners will come away with unique tips and tricks that have set Andrew’s journey apart from all the rest.
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Andrew Freed and gain inspiration from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Join us for the next episode of "Go Big! Live" as we sit down with Logan Moffett, president of the Moffett Group.  He manages a thriving portfolio of over 150 rental units but his primary passion is in unique mobile home park acquisitions across Utah.
 

In this episode, Logan shares his unique go big journey, including how he utilized seller financing for a property many would have overlooked to now managing an ever growing portfolio that generates over $200,000 in annual income. You won’t want to miss more on Logan’s unique approach to buy boxes and his art of finding a seller’s pain point to create deals that benefit both parties involved.
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Logan Moffett and gain inspiration from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Join us for the next episode of "Go Big! Live" as we introduce Paula Nichols, an inspiring real estate investor finding success in commercial multifamily real estate. Paula and her husband have an impressive track record, managing over 400 units across Texas and Oklahoma, with an additional 1,000 units as limited partners.  
 

In this episode, we dive into Paula’s journey, from a passion for real estate sparking in her teenage years to the decision to make real estate a fun mutual hobby as a young married couple and full circle to a multi-family empire.  Through Paula's experiences, you'll discover how to build a strong network, maintain valuable relationships with brokers, and utilize conservative underwriting techniques to succeed in a competitive market.
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Paula Nichols and gain inspiration and insights from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

In this week’s episode of “Go Big! Live”, Matt Drouin sits down with Caleb Johnson.   Caleb began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 18 and has since built an impressive real estate portfolio. After founding his company, Red Sea Capital Group, his portfolio of multifamily and retail is already valued at over $9 million.  He is also the host of "From Trial to Triumph", a podcast focused facing and learning from life's biggest challenges.
 

In this episode, we explore Caleb's journey, from his modest beginnings to raising capital for his first commercial real estate deal, where he successfully secured $300,000 from three investors.  Caleb shares valuable insights into deal structures, emphasizing the importance of active investor participation and the potential for value-add renovations. His advice for aspiring investors centers on networking, humility, and continuous learning. 
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Caleb Johnson and gain inspiration and insights from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

In this week’s episode of “Go Big! Live”, Matt Drouin sits down with Jason Nichols.  With just two years of experience, Jason is making waves in the world of real estate investing, focusing on multi-family properties and residential flips in New Jersey. What's truly remarkable is that, at the age of 22, he's already raised nearly $1 million in private capital for his ventures.
 

In this episode, we uncover the secrets behind Jason's impressive success by diving into Jason’s approach to investments, and why he commitments to no personal profits first.  He explains how he managed challenges in raising capital by tailoring his approach to different audiences and why it’s important to take risks simply get started because the challenges and setbacks are inevitable. Listeners will come away from this episode with a lot of practical tips from this young and highly motivated investor.
 

Want to learn from motivated real estate investors like Jason Nichols and gain inspiration and insights from their journey? Join the "Go Big! Live Real Estate Investors Group" on Facebook! This exclusive community is the perfect platform to connect with like-minded individuals, participate in live Q&A sessions with industry experts, and access valuable resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your real estate portfolio, take that crucial first step towards achieving your investment goals. Visit the show notes for the link to the Facebook group and unlock a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.