Join Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, as he sits down with the inspiring Michal and Vanessa Kuca. From humble beginnings to owning 80 multifamily units, this duo shares their incredible journey of investing in Albuquerque, revitalizing neighborhoods, and achieving the American Dream.

 In this episode, learn how they overcame challenges like managing distressed properties, convincing each other to take risks, and balancing life as a couple in business. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, Michal and Vanessa's story is packed with insights, advice, and motivation to help you scale your real estate journey! 

Key Takeaways:

• From single-family homes to multifamily units in Albuquerque
• Navigating tough deals, like tenants fixing motorcycles indoors
• Lessons from joining the Jake and Gino community
• How to balance business and family life
• Future plans: JV partnerships, syndications, and ground-up construction

Connect with Michal and Vanessa:
Lucasaproperties.com
Phone: 505-440-7244

 What inspired you the most from Michal and Vanessa’s journey? Let us know in the comments below!

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• 00:00 - Introduction  
• 02:05 - The "Ugly A-Plex" Story: Convincing Vanessa to Take a Chance  
• 07:27 - Lessons Learned and Joining Jake and Gino  
• 10:48 - Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right: Evolving Strategies  
• 19:12 - Challenges and Benefits of Working with a Spouse  
• 21:51 - Top Advice for New Multifamily Investors  
• 23:20 - Future Plans: JV Deals, Syndications, and Ground-Up Construction  

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

In this special "how-to" video, Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, tackles one of the most critical questions entrepreneurs face: Should you invest in real estate or double down on your business? Samuel from Stuart Painters posed this question on Instagram, and Gino shares his invaluable insights based on his own experiences of transitioning from running a restaurant to building wealth through real estate.

From strategies for generating passive income to tips for scaling a business while investing in multifamily properties, this episode is packed with actionable advice for entrepreneurs, contractors, and anyone looking to achieve financial freedom.

Subscribe for weekly premium content: Stay updated with strategies, masterclasses, and wealth-building tips from the Jake and Gino community.

 Key Takeaways:

• Why Gino transitioned from the restaurant business to real estate.
• The importance of diversifying income streams: active, portfolio, and passive.
• Tax advantages of real estate and business ownership.
• How contractors can leverage their skills to build wealth through real estate.
• Why 70% of businesses never sell and how to build a business with equity in mind.

Recommended Reading: Built to Sell by John Warrilow – A must-read for entrepreneurs aiming to create scalable, sellable businesses.

 What you'll learn in this video:

• How to balance business growth with real estate investment.
• The benefits of investing in multifamily properties.
• Tips for transitioning from transactional income to long-term wealth building.
• Creative ways to integrate real estate investments with your current business operations.

Have a question for Gino? Drop it in the comments, and it might be featured in a future episode!

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, we welcome Jacqueline Matoza, founder of 360 Real Estate University and the renowned "Money Queen." Jacqueline shares her incredible journey from corporate CPA to empowering Americans with strategies to bulletproof their finances and build generational wealth.

Learn the secrets of using real estate, tax reform, and mindset shifts to unlock financial freedom. With a mix of wit, wisdom, and hard truths, Jacqueline breaks down complex financial concepts into actionable insights for anyone looking to start or scale their wealth-building journey.

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

• Building the foundation for financial success
• Turning "baby money soldiers" into financial armies
• Overcoming emotional barriers to money management
• How mindset and financial strategy go hand-in-hand
• Tax-saving hacks and the power of compounding
• Why real estate is key to building generational wealth

Key Takeaways:

• "Make money, save money, invest in assets."
• "Money is a tool, not a definition of worth."
• "Control your 'baby money soldiers' wisely and let them multiply."

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction  

01:09 - Jacqueline’s Journey: From CPA to Wealth Mentor  

12:10 - Baby Money Soldiers Explained  

20:19 - Compounding Interest: Debt vs. Investment  

33:36 - Emotional Intelligence in Money Management  

42:01 - Tackling Debt and Eliminating Financial Anchors  

46:45 - Jacqueline’s Diverse Real Estate Portfolio  

50:49 - Gino Wraps it Up 

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Join us as Jake and Gino, alongside the trailblazing Vanessa Alfaro, delve into a fascinating blend of real estate, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurial insights. From managing $50M+ in assets at Venus Capital to founding LunaX AI, Vanessa shares how she uses tech-driven solutions to revolutionize multifamily syndication.

Key Highlights
- The power of mentorship and the first 104-unit deal
- Leveraging AI in real estate for asset management, marketing, and capital raising
- Balancing entrepreneurship and family life with 6+ businesses and 5 kids!
- Tips for navigating multifamily challenges and emerging stronger post-market cycles
- The future of AI and how it impacts industries, humanity, and YOU

Whether you're intrigued by AI’s applications, building wealth through real estate, or want practical advice for multifamily investing, this episode has it all!

Vanessa’s Book Recommendations:

• The End of Alzheimer’s by Dale Bredesen
• Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell
• The Parenting Map by Dr. Shefali

Connect with Vanessa:
Website: venuspartners.com
 

Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the BELL for more multifamily investing insights!
 

Chapters:

00:10 - Introduction 

03:53 - Why Vanessa Chose Multifamily Real Estate 

09:30 - Mentorship’s Role in Vanessa’s First Multifamily Deal 

19:46 - AI in Real Estate: Key Applications & Innovations 

25:45 - Practical AI Applications in Multifamily Investing 

38:03 - Multifamily Challenges: Why “Buy Right” Matters More Than Ever 

45:45 - Vanessa’s Book Recommendations 

53:46 - Gino Wraps it Up

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Join Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, as he chats with Matthew Devercelly, a self-managing real estate investor who has scaled from two single-family units to managing 21 units across multiple properties. 

In his very first podcast appearance, Matthew shares his inspiring journey from working a W-2 job to pursuing financial freedom within one year. Listen as he discusses the importance of thinking big, starting small, and plugging into the world of multifamily real estate.

From networking strategies and securing seller financing to understanding the Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right framework, this episode is packed with actionable insights for aspiring and seasoned investors alike. 

Key Takeaways:

• The power of networking to uncover off-market deals.
• Why starting small can lead to bigger opportunities.
• How seller financing can be a game-changer in today’s market.
• The importance of managing properties like a business.

 Whether you're new to real estate or looking to scale, Matthew’s story will inspire you to take action and achieve your goals.
 

Guest Contact Info:

• Instagram: @mtDevercelly
• Email: [email protected]

Want a free copy of Gino’s book “Creative Cash”? Email [email protected]

 Share your thoughts in the comments and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more inspiring interviews!

Chapters:

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 01:04 - How Networking with Jake and Gino Inspired Matthew
• 02:44 - Why Multifamily? The Power of Economies of Scale
• 03:32 - Preparing for Opportunities in the Next 12-24 Months
• 08:34 - Identifying Mom-and-Pop Sellers and Negotiating Seller Financing
• 13:44 - Long-Term Vision
• 16:41 - Choosing the Right Market: Local vs. Out-of-State Investing
• 19:12 - The Framework: Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right
• 28:37 - Gino Wraps it Up

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

oin Gino Barbaro from Jake and Gino as he delves into the impact of a potential Trump presidency on inflation, multifamily real estate, and the broader economy. This in-depth discussion focuses on separating politics from policy to explore how changes in government efficiency, reckless spending, and interest rates affect investors and business owners. Gino also highlights strategies to navigate the multifamily market, why now might be the best time to invest, and what you can do to prepare for the next big opportunity.

Key Takeaways:

• Inflation: What causes it and how policy impacts pricing.
• Multifamily Real Estate: Interest rates, affordability, and new opportunities.
• Trump's Policy Vision: The Department of Government Efficiency and reducing reckless spending.
• Housing Market Solutions: Building supply, removing regulatory bottlenecks, and encouraging innovation.
• Contrarian Investing: Why now is the time to be ready for new deals.

Subscribe for exclusive content, weekly masterclasses, and insights from the Jake and Gino community.

Stay Connected:
Visit JakeandGino.com for more resources and information.

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Welcome to the Jake & Gino Podcast!
In this special episode, we are joined by Tim Ray, the co-founder and CEO of VeriFast, a cutting-edge identity and financial verification platform revolutionizing the real estate and property management sectors. From his early successes in e-commerce and angel investing to the hard-learned lessons of a startup that missed the mark, Tim shares an unfiltered look at the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

Key Takeaways:

• How Tim scaled multiple businesses, including exits in e-commerce and a private aviation tech startup.
• The lessons behind his "double-A baseball" analogy for entrepreneurship.
• The journey from startup setbacks to the genesis of VeriFast.
• Insights on identity verification and income screening in real estate.
• Why fraud detection and tenant screening matter now more than ever.

Learn how VeriFast is transforming tenant screening and what it means for property managers of all sizes.

Episode Highlights:

• Entrepreneurial pivots: When big swings lead to big lessons.
• How financial verification tools empower landlords.
• The future of tenant screening and digital identity in multifamily housing.
• Real stories of reducing delinquencies and eliminating fraud in property management.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction

00:51 - From E-Commerce Exits to Private Aviation Failures

08:39 - The Birth of VeriFast: Solving Real-World Problems

13:34 - How VeriFast Verifies Income and Prevents Fraud

25:31 - Pricing Models: Per-Door vs. Per-Application Costs

27:23 - Screening Smarter: Approving More Tenants While Reducing Evictions

33:51 - The Problem with Credit Scores in Tenant Screening

41:49 - Gino Wraps it Up

Connect with Tim Ray:
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: Tim Ray

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more insights from top industry leaders in real estate and entrepreneurship!

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Welcome to another insightful episode with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino! In this video, we dive into the three critical methods appraisers use to evaluate commercial real estate, specifically multifamily properties. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this is your ultimate guide to understanding how to maximize value and build wealth through multifamily investments.

Key Takeaways:

• Sales Comparison Approach: Discover how residential and commercial properties are compared to determine value.
• Replacement Cost Approach: Learn why buying below replacement cost can signal a great deal.
• Income Approach: The gold standard for multifamily valuation—understand how Net Operating Income (NOI) drives value.

Subscribe for exclusive Masterclass Mondays and behind-the-scenes content to elevate your real estate investing journey!

Join the Jake & Gino Community for more tips and resources: Subscribe Now

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Get ready for an inspiring journey as we welcome Matt, aka the Lumberjack Landlord, to the Jake & Gino podcast. From humble beginnings as a ninth-grade dropout flipping sports memorabilia to building a real estate empire with over 50 buildings, Matt's story is packed with lessons, grit, and actionable advice.

In this episode, Matt shares:
- How he turned challenges into fuel for success.
- The game-changing moment he discovered real estate.
- House hacking strategies that anyone can replicate.
- The pitfalls of condos and the importance of due diligence.
- Why small multifamily properties are his golden ticket.
- How he scaled his portfolio by focusing on systems and processes.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this episode offers valuable insights into what it takes to build wealth through real estate.

Key Takeaway: Success isn’t about getting rich quick; it’s about building systems, optimizing processes, and playing the long game.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction

01:02 - Ninth-Grade Dropout to Success: Matt’s Backstory

04:20 - Losing It All in the .com Crash and Discovering Real Estate

13:08 - Matt’s Evolving Real Estate Strategy and Scaling with Small Multifamily Properties

18:46 - Balancing Family Life and a Real Estate Vision

24:49 - What Are Some of the Mistakes That You've Seen Investors Make Early On?

30:37 - Paradigm Shifts: Serving Your Tenants Like Customers

35:24 - The Origin of the “Lumberjack Landlord” Nickname

36:47 - Scaling Smartly: Acquisition, Stabilization, and Optimization

39:48 - Gino Wraps it Up

Connect with Us
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Drop your thoughts and questions in the comments below!

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Movers and Shakers podcast! This week, Gino Barbaro is joined by Jeff Davis, a powerhouse investor who transformed his life post-Hurricane Katrina. From starting as a data entry clerk to building a massive 952-unit multifamily portfolio, Jeff shares his incredible journey, strategies, and lessons learned. 

In this episode, Jeff dives into:
- Scaling from multifamily to self-storage investments
- Leveraging the "Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right" framework
- Building broker relationships and using CRM for deal flow
- The power of conservative underwriting and why no deal is better than a bad deal
- His future goals of leading million-dollar deals annually

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned investor, Jeff's story is packed with actionable insights and motivation to help you scale your real estate journey. Don't miss this episode!

00:00 - Introduction

03:12 - How Jeff Transitioned from Multifamily to Self-Storage

05:10 - Joining Jake & Gino: Avoiding Bad Deals with Expert Guidance

10:40 - The Deal That Changed Everything: Seller Financing & Off-Market Strategies

21:47 - Tips for New Investors to Take Action Today

24:10 - Jeff’s Five-Year Vision and Scaling Bridgestone Investments

25:00 - Gino Wraps it Up


 

Connect with Jeff Davis:

Email: [email protected] 

Phone: 281-904-2275

We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) 👉https://jakeandgino.com/apply About Jake & Gino Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/