How Did They Do It? Real Estate

From being in medical sales to real estate, Brandon will tell us what got him into flipping and eventually redeveloping land to build residential projects. Brandon will cover his experience in house flipping, his marketing strategy to find deals, and more of his expertise as a land developer. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• The day Brandon realized prioritizing his financial well-being and his introduction to real estate
• Brandon’s journey in real estate after his first successful fix and flip 
• Is it effective to use a mailing list as a marketing strategy?
• Brandon’s strategy for utilizing mailing lists in closing a deal and making an offer
• The importance of joining masterminds to succeed in a construction project
• What it needs to shift from fix and flip to real estate development
• Some criteria for making land conducive to housing projects
• The impact of being resourceful in real estate investing 

Resources & Links

• Visit Brandon’s website at https://www.hbgcapital.net/ to get your FREE eBook “100 Questions Business Owners Ask Before Investing”
• Podcast: Recession Resistant Real Estate Radio
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Brandon Cobb

Brandon is the owner of HBG Capital, a real estate firm providing investors with superior risk-adjusted returns and downside principal protection backed by real assets in the residential single-family sector in Nashville, Tennessee. HBG Capital’s construction arm, HBG Construction, executes ground-up new developments, land development, and residential property rehabilitation. HBG Capital's acquisition arm, HBG Holdings, sources off-market land for redevelopment by working with the local communities to identify, rezone, and entitle land to bring the community's vision to life.  

Get in Touch with Brandon
Website: https://www.hbgcapital.net/ 

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Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a busy healthcare professional looking to grow your hard-earned money, this episode with Dr. Alex Tam will let you see what more real estate investing can offer!

Dr. Alex joins us to share what amazed him about investing passively, the convenience of participating in syndication deals, and the power of education to grow in the real estate business.

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• How Dr. Alex got into real estate syndication as a limited partner
• What drove Dr. Alex’s motivation to pursue real estate investing despite his success in the medical field
• The importance of trust when getting into a syndication model
• Getting educated through mentorship programs to transition from limited to general partnership
• Why it’s highly recommended to be more diligent in today’s market
• Best places to find quality connections and business partnerships
• Treating real estate as a relationship and people business

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Dr. Alex Tam

Alex Tam is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, husband, father, chiropractor, and clinical director of an integrative medical practice with over 15 years of experience. 

Their journey began in 2009 when they launched their medical office with the mission to alleviate the kind of pain his mother experienced. In 2018, seeking to expand their reach and impact, he and his wife explored new strategies, including social media engagement. That year, he attended the Grant Cardone 10X conference, where he was introduced to real estate syndication and connected with individuals from various professions. Inspired, they began their venture into real estate investment as Limited Partners in thousand units, transitioning from passive to active investing by 2021. they immersed themselves in the field through mastermind groups and educational programs like MIH Mastermind and Jake and Gino, leading to involvement in multiple general partnerships, joint ventures, and syndication deals in over 200 units since 2021. Now, he’s dedicated to guiding healthcare professionals toward investing in multifamily real estate, leveraging his network and insights to support their financial growth. 

In 2022, alongside his partners, they founded a Virtual Assistant business aimed at assisting busy professionals to balance their workloads efficiently, ensuring they also have time for personal enjoyment. 

His current mission is to empower other doctors to smartly invest their earnings for generational wealth and assist entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses without sacrificing precious family time.

Get in Touch with Dr. Alex

• Website: https://zephyrequitygroup.com/ / https://dralextam.com/ 
• LinkedIn: Dr. Alex Tam
• Facebook: Alex Tam

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Today, we’ve got a special guest, a real estate and tax lawyer, Brian Boyd! 

Brian joins us to emphasize several benefits of investing in property rentals, helpful advice on buying and financing investment properties, and more of his expertise in unlocking the tax advantages of owning real estate!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Brian’s passion for real estate and the things he likes about this investment vehicle
• Brian’s advice on purchasing investment properties and borrowing money
• What the law says about real estate investing 
• The short-term rental loophole and what does it mean
• More benefits of investing in rental properties people should know
• Advantages of buying and running investment properties using LLC
• How Brian’s coaching programs work and his goals for aspiring investors

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Brian Boyd

As a lawyer in Nashville, Tennessee, Brian Boyd helps clients with real estate, construction, and business matters. It is with that knowledge that he and his wife, Dawn, have grown their portfolio to a six-figure income. Brian earned his BA from the University of Tennessee -Chattanooga, a JD from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and an LLM in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center. 

Brian lives in Franklin, Tennessee, with his wife and son, Connor, and their three dogs, Bourbon, Bailey, and Bella. When not practicing law or working with Dawn on their real estate ventures, Brian can be found on the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mats at his local gym. 

Get in Touch with Brian

• Website: https://briantboyd.com/ 
• Instagram: @briantboyd
• TikTok: @briantboyd

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How does professionalism can positively impact your real estate investing journey? Let’s welcome Karl Graham to the show and hear about his company’s success in the self-storage space, building connections and networks, and how they set themselves apart in the investment market that they're in. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• What made Karl interested in real estate investing and why he chose self-storage
• Karl’s perspectives on choosing the best market for self-storage investments
• What does it mean to invest in self-storage in a professional way?
• Factors affecting rent changes in self-storage
• An interesting thing about self-storage occupancy
• Why Karl prefers non-climate controlled for most of his self-storage facilities
• Ways to grow and scale quickly in real estate investing
• Cultivating relationships and building partnerships
• Karl’s prediction about what’s coming in the self-storage space

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Karl Graham

Karl Graham, a dedicated husband, and father of six, launched his career as a geologist in the oil and gas sector where he developed a track record of successful investment idea generation, evaluation and execution.  In 2020 he co-founded Luminus Capital, a real estate investment firm presently managing 525K square feet of self-storage. Passionate about building and enhancing businesses, Karl co-founded two specialty trade businesses.  He earned a Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering from Colorado School of Mines and his MBA from University of Chicago where he graduated with honors. 

Get in Touch with Karl

• Website: https://luminuscapital.com/ 
• X (Twitter): @Karl_Luminus
• Email: [email protected] 

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We’re thrilled to have Roger Luri back on the show with his extensive expertise in building multifamily housing and mixed-use development projects!

Today, Roger shares their current focus market, his advice for new investors and developers, what his book and coaching program offers, and his perspectives on what’s going on in the market and economy today!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• The difference between buying an existing and building a new multifamily
• Roger’s advice on successfully building a new multifamily 
• Insights on the current banking system, economy situation, and housing market
• What to consider when choosing a market for new multifamily construction
• Roger’s motivation behind writing his book “Don’t Buy Multifamily! BUILD IT”
• What limited partners can expect in a new development deal
• The future of the real estate market in the coming years

Resources & Links

• Roger’s first episode: SA458 | Shifting Your Perspective on Multifamily and Real Estate Development
• Roger’s book: Don’t Buy Multifamily! BUILD IT
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Roger Luri

Roger has developed and built over $30MM in new construction residential and mixed-use properties in the Chicago market. His new book “Don’t Buy Multifamily! BUILD IT” tells you how it’s done and why it’s one of the most rewarding ways for investors to build wealth, year after year. “Growing up in Chicago, he was always fascinated by architecture.

After a career in commodities & securities at the Chicago Merc in the 1980s, he started out in real estate in 1987 putting together limited partnerships for historical tax credit rehabs in Chicago’s Buena Park neighborhood.

Through the early 90’s, he focused on marketing condo conversion projects on Chicago’s North Side and in 1994 he developed and built his first new construction 6 unit condo project in Buena Park. In the late 90’s and through the 2000’s, his companies focused on architectural design, development, construction and marketing of great condo projects and a large luxury single-family homes in Old Town, Buck Town, Lincoln Park and the Gold Coast as well as the Portico Townhome Project in the West Loop.

During this time from 2005-2010, he also served as a Director and Head of the Real Estate Committee on the board of Ravenswood Bank in Chicago’s Lincoln Square.

Serving on the loan committee of a community bank specializing in construction lending during the development heydays of the early 2000’s and credit crunch of 2008-2010 afforded a unique perspective and many lessons about risk and risk mitigation. He learned in the trenches, which deals are likely to run into troubles and which will stay strong if the market hits a rough patch.

With extensive experience in multifamily residential and mixed use development through several market cycles, he’s now focused on growing his private equity real estate firm. They partner with accredited LP investors. Their focus is to develop and build a portfolio of prime residential and mixed use properties.

Get in Touch with Roger
Website: https://ld2development.com/ 

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Want to know more about a lucrative asset class in today’s market? In this episode, we’re featuring Tyler’s business partner on the show, Jason Postill!

This time, Jason highlights finding opportunities in the thriving mobile home park space, the criteria for choosing the right location for this asset class, and more from our mobile home expert today!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Things that changed Jason’s perception about real estate investing
• How Jason selected the investment market for his first deal
• Self-managing mobile home parks
• What attracted Jason to choose the mobile home park despite its current status in the market
• How to create cash flow opportunities from mobile home parks
• Factors to consider when looking for the right market for mobile home parks
• The freedom real estate could offer investors
• The importance of picking your lane, being good at it, and staying consistent

Resources & Links

• The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
• Episode with Tyler Lekas: SA977 | Invest in Large Mobile Home Park Communities and Deals
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Jason Postill

Jason Postill got started in Real Estate after ending his professional baseball career in 2015 and joining a Publicly traded Real Estate investment firm that transacts $46B+ annually. Jason acquired assets and disposed of commercial properties in the multifamily and apartment sector for investors spread throughout various major U.S. metros.

He then started a full-service commercial brokerage in 2019 specializing in multifamily throughout the Southeast before partnering up with Tyler and forming MHCI Group which is now the largest private owner of mobile home communities in Arkansas.

Jason has a business-focused mindset, skilled in negotiating, and will be providing strategic planning, implementing company systems & operations. Some of Mr. Postill’s direct responsibilities will include marketing operations, acquisitions, debt placement, & investor relations.

Christian. Proud Father. NCAA National Champion. Professional Athlete. Majored in Business and Sports.

Get in Touch with Jason

• Website: https://www.mhcigroup.com/ 
• Email: [email protected] 

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Let’s delve deeper into the complexities and opportunities of the commercial and retail space in today’s episode with Sandy Shindleman!

Today, Sandy walks us through his extensive background in the development and construction side of commercial and residential space, making multiple asset classes work together in one community, and the things he considers to ensure the success of a real estate development project.

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Sandy’s journey to retail space, building relationships with well-known tenants, and construction business
• Current trends and the future of the retail space
• The typical ratio between retail and residential space
• Factors to consider when looking for the right locations for mixed-use development projects
• The value of treating people well and sharing your knowledge in real estate
• Succeeding in the real estate business by helping people succeed

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Sandy Shindleman

Sandy is the founder of the Shindico group of companies. Under Sandy’s leadership, Shindico has established itself as a trusted leader in all aspects of the Commercial Real Estate industry.  

Sandy has been actively involved in the industry since 1975, lecturing at a variety of universities and conferences, writing a variety of articles and blogs, and acting as Chair for the Winnipeg Real Estate Forum and the CORFAC Conference Committee.  

As a CCIM senior instructor Sandy has taught worldwide. He has served on numerous CCIM committees including Body of Knowledge, CCIM Board of Directors and Professional Standards Committee, and was President of the CCIM Foundation and Past Chair of the International Operations.  

Sandy’s commitment to the environment and communities Shindico serves is evidenced by the company’s BOMA BEST Gold certified head office as well as his contributions to community initiatives such as the Shindleman Aquatic Centre in Portage la Prairie and the Assiniboine Park Conservancy’s Willow Tunnels.  

Get in Touch with Sandy

• Website: https://www.shindico.com/ 
• Construction Services: https://snrconstruction.ca/ 
• Sandy’s Personal Business: https://storageville.ca/ 

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Listen to this amazing conversation with Tyler Lekas as he speaks about his massive success in the mobile home park space! 

Tyler covers some of the things investors must learn about building partnerships, the benefits of investing in mobile parks and communities, the current condition of this asset class, and interesting things about investing in the Arkansas market. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• How Tyler got introduced to mobile home park investing and met his business partner
• Main reasons why Tyler is attracted to mobile home parks 
• The current supply and demand of mobile home parks in the US
• What makes Florida a good market for mobile home parks
• Things to look at when looking for a long-term business partner
• The pain points of scaling a large real estate portfolio
• Having an exit plan or strategy in a syndication
• How the mobile home park eviction process works in Arkansas
• Advantages of investing in the Arkansas market
• Future trends and the current situation of the mobile home park space

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Tyler Lekas

Tyler Lekas began his career at First Investors as a Financial Advisor. He then moved to Stifel Nicolaus where he managed a hybrid book of both retail and institutional money. In 2017 he started the acquisition and management of mobile home parks. He purchased his first 55 space park in Florida in 2018. Since that time, Tyler, and Jason’s company, MHCI Group, have purchased 752 units throughout the Southeast and they are the largest private owner of mobile home parks in Arkansas. Tyler oversees the property management team, construction, inspections for new acquisitions, private utility expertise, and new/used home infills within each property. 

Get in Touch with Tyler

• Website: https://www.mhcigroup.com/ 
• LinkedIn: Tyler Lekas
• Email: [email protected]

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Start your week by learning new strategies to start your real estate investing journey! In this episode with Marc Kuhn, he shares some recommendations on what to do and avoid to succeed as an entrepreneur, his diverse real estate portfolio, the benefits of investing in self-storage, and more. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Marc’s life working for his father and eventually running his own business
• Marc’s advice for new entrepreneurs to succeed in starting a business
• The importance of asking for help and being open to working with people
• Reasons to add self-storage to your investment portfolio
• Marc’s current focus and his passion for educating people about real estate investing
• The current state of commercial real estate and the value of having an effective exit strategy

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Marc Kuhn

Marc Kuhn started his construction career in 1994 with his dad. He started at $1 per hour and got a $1 raise every year as he worked for his dad’s construction company. In 2010, he left his hourly job with $2,500 in his bank account. he started his entrepreneurial path and opened MAK Construction his first business. 

He has grown the construction company to over $25 million a year. They develop commercial projects both 3rd party and investment projects for their investors. Since 2018, they have added over 200 units in the Midwest. The benefits of real estate have given him the freedom of time. his goal is to help investors reach financial freedom through real estate. Today, he owns and operates three successful companies that do eight figures a year. 

Get in Touch with Marc

• Website: https://www.makconstructiongf.com/ / https://www.marckuhn.io/
• LinkedIn: Marc Kuhn 
• YouTube: Marc Kuhn
• Newsletter: https://marckuhn.substack.com/ 

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What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur in the real estate business? Terrence Murphy speaks about his realizations as an athlete that led to his lucrative career as a Realtor, brokerage owner, and investor.

Terrence also shares his dedication to educating himself when he started and the lessons and challenges he faced as a young entrepreneur. Learn from our conversation and utilize this episode to put your desire to invest into action!

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Terrence’s passion as an athlete and the challenges he had to go through
• Initial steps Terrence took to start his journey in real estate investing
• What Drive’s Terrence decision to pursue his real estate investing career
• Challenges of starting to build a portfolio and Terrence’s advice on overcoming them
• The downside and upside of investing as a young entrepreneur
• How to stand out as a brokerage in the real estate industry
• The concept of intentional congruence and its impact on Terrence’s journey and success

Resources & Links

• Terrence’s Podcast: https://terrencemurphy.com/podcasts/ 
• Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About Terrence Murphy

Terrence has successfully partnered with or founded 22 companies under the Terrence Murphy Companies brand and has invested in 30+ additional companies as a venture capitalist totaling 52 companies. He has completed over $4B+ in sales and acquisitions. Terrence has brokered $1.5 Billion in real estate sales and has an extensive real estate portfolio. Terrence possesses the same traits that he portrayed on the football field: integrity, passion, hard work, dedication, loyalty, desire to succeed, and excellence, all of which help his businesses continue to grow and his clients receive superior service. 

Get in Touch with Terrence

• Website: https://terrencemurphy.com/ 
• Instagram: @terrencecmurphy
• LinkedIn: Terrence C. Murphy Sr. 
• Facebook: Terrence C. Murphy Sr. 
• Twitter (X): @TerrenceRealtor
• YouTube: Real Estate Entrepreneur with Terrence Murphy

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