After working in future trading for 5 years, Jake Cloption traded in his long hours and started his own company, Clopton Capital. Clopton Capital is an intermediary for financing for all asset types. Today, Jake is talking with us about finding a hidden market gem to almost double his investment, where to look for incentives to save thousands on improvements, and the breakdown of joint venture equity partnerships. Jake Clopton Real Estate Background:  Founder of Clopton Capital Actively involved as an apartment owner and financier Portfolio consists of 3 buildings, 38 units, however approximately $200M in financing a year Based in Chicago, IL Say hi to him at:  www.cloptoncapital.com   Best Ever Book:  Rich Dad Poor Dad   Click here to know more about our sponsors:  Real Estate CFO Services | ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching | Rentify

JF2570: What to Know Before Entering Into a JV Equity Partnership with Jake Clopton

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JF2570: What to Know Before Entering Into a JV Equity Partnership with Jake Clopton

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