By Christy Keeton - Real Operator. Real Missteps. Real Solutions.
Are you tired of the "rainbows and butterflies" approach in multifamily investing, where everything unfolds seamlessly, and everybody wins? You never see “behind the scenes” reality.
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What’s the most crucial element for success in real estate: strategy, partnerships, or mindset? Gino Barbaro shares how he built a multifamily empire by focusing on the right partnerships, a solid framework, and the psychology of money. Learn how to avoid common investing mistakes and create a scalable business.
Ready to discover the key to real estate success? Tune in as Gino Barbaro reveals how aligning strategy, partnerships, and mindset can transform your investment journey. Listen now!
00:00 - Introduction & Gino's Background
03:12 - The Importance of Partnerships and Alignment
05:52 - Missteps in Early Real Estate Deals
07:28 - Learning from the Street vs. Classroom
15:04 - The 'Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right' Framework
22:00 - Understanding the Multifamily Market Cycle
Connect with Gino!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gino-barbaro-03973b4b/
Website: https://jakeandgino.com/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"You either learn on the street or in the classroom. If you want to avoid costly mistakes, make sure you’re doing both" - Gino Barbaro
"Partnering with someone whose values align with yours is not optional—it’s essential." - Gino Barbaro
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Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
What would you do if your first real estate deal went wrong? In this episode, Andrew Reichert shares how he transformed early mistakes into lessons that led to managing over 3,600 units. From his first duplex to scaling a multimillion-dollar portfolio, Andrew’s story highlights the real challenges of multifamily investing—missed projections, structural issues, and the importance of due diligence. Listeners can expect to hear real-life lessons from early missteps, strategies for managing risk in multifamily real estate, and insights into building a successful investment portfolio.
Curious about what separates successful investors from the rest? Listen now to find out!
00:00 - Andrew and His Early Beginnings
02:48 - Slow and Steady Growth in Multifamily
06:00 - The Importance of Acquisition & Underwriting
08:48 - Overcoming Investment Hurdles
11:04 - Scaling & Future Plans
12:00 - Inspirations & Personal Life
Connect with Andrew!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewreichert/
Website: https://www.birgo.com/
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@realreturns
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
Website: https://www.dancinginvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"You make your money when you buy, not when you sell." - Andrew Reichert
"Underwriting and due diligence are the most important aspects of acquiring multifamily real estate." - Andrew Reichert
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
What does moving from a traditional career to financial freedom through real estate take? Keshav Kolur, founder of Clive Capital, shares his journey from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad to making his first syndication investment in multifamily real estate. Hear how he turned his desire for multiple income streams into a successful real estate career, and learn why he believes real estate outside the stock market is key to building wealth.
Listeners will gain insights into real estate syndications, build-to-rent opportunities, and the importance of intelligent partnerships and debt management. Whether new to investing or looking for new strategies, this episode offers valuable takeaways on creating lasting financial security.
00:00 - Keshav’s Early Journey
06:00 - The First Syndication: 108 Units in San Antonio
10:56 - Build-to-Rent: A New Frontier
16:44 - Diversifying with Oil and Gas Syndications
19:44 - Lessons Learned and Advice for New Investors
Connect with Keshav!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshavkolur/
Website: https://www.clivecap.com/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
Website: https://www.dancinginvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"Interest rates can change in the blink of an eye. You need to understand debt—it’s one of the most important components of any real estate deal." - Keshav Kolur
“When you're looking at investing, look at the debt. It's one of the key components in the underwriting.” – Christy Keeton
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
How do you go from being homeless to owning over 100 doors in real estate? Ray Glymph, an award-winning investor and business coach, shares his inspiring story of resilience and success. Recognized by platforms like Yahoo and Google and honored with the NAACP Champion of Change award, Ray has helped entrepreneurs of all levels transform their businesses.
In this episode, he reveals the hard lessons learned from early real estate missteps, the importance of adding value to properties, and the powerful connection between quality housing and mental health. If you want to gain practical insights and inspiration from someone who’s overcome significant challenges, this is the episode for you.
00:00 - Ray Glymph and his Real Estate Beginnings
02:00 - The First Big Real Estate Mistake
07:04 - Transitioning to Multifamily and Mixed-Use Properties
10:11 - Adding Value and Forced Appreciation
15:36 - Section 8 Housing and Social Impact
19:44 - Navigating Today’s Real Estate Market
Connect with Ray!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayglymph/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayglymph/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
Website: https://www.dancinginvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"Long-term hold—that’s where the value is." - Ray Glymph
"Housing and mental health go hand in hand. You can help somebody just by giving them a quality house." - Ray Glymph
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
Is success in multifamily investing just about buying the right property, or do the real dangers lie in the details you might miss? In this episode, Christy Keeton talks with real estate attorney and investor Bishoy Habib, who shares a shocking story about an investor losing millions because of a single missing clause. Bishoy reveals key lessons from his career, including how to avoid common legal pitfalls, protect your investments, and form the right partnerships.
Ready to safeguard your investments and avoid costly mistakes? Listen now and learn how to make smarter, more secure moves in multifamily real estate.
00:00 - A Candid Look at Multifamily Investments
01:36 - From Pharmacy to Real Estate: Bishoy’s Journey
07:28 - Major Multifamily Missteps: The Cost of Missing Legal Safeguards
12:40 - Lessons from the Legal Side: Why Experience Matters
15:04 - Investor Perspective: Partnering with the Right People
16:40 - The Motivation Behind Success: Bishoy’s “Why”
Connect With Bishoy!
Website: https://levacylegal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bishoyhabib/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
Website: https://www.dancinginvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
“You can’t foresee what’s going to happen, but that’s why experience matters tremendously.” - Bishoy Habib
"If you're going to sell a property, help the buyer succeed because you've already gotten what you want." - Chirsty Keeton
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
What separates successful multifamily investors from those who struggle? Is it about finding the perfect deal or navigating inevitable challenges? Christy Keeton talks with Julie Anne Peterson about critical lessons from real estate missteps, covering topics like rate caps, economic vacancy, and building the right partnerships.
Julie shares unfiltered stories and practical advice for avoiding common mistakes and thriving in today’s market. Tune in to learn how to turn setbacks into success and master multifamily investing!
00:00 - Welcome to Multifamily Missteps
02:00 - Early Real Estate Adventures: From Banking to Buying
06:370 - Avoiding the Bridge Loan Trap: The Importance of Rate Caps
11:02 - What’s Really Behind Economic Vacancy?
19:28 - Three Things Every Syndicator Must Nail
23:59 - Finding Inspiration in Real Estate: From Renovations to Relationships
Connect With Julie!
Website: https://oldcapitallending.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-anne-peterson-51a6603/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
Website: https://www.dancinginvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
“If you're not asking your investors the right questions, raising capital can become your biggest challenge.” - Julie Anne Peterson
“What inspires me the most is turning a property into a beautiful place to live and knowing it will become someone’s home.” - Julie Anne Peterson
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
What truly separates a successful real estate investor from the rest? In this episode, a former professional hockey player, Bob Lachance, shares his journey from the rink to real estate success. He opens up about the mistakes that shaped his career, the importance of keeping emotions in check, and how virtual assistants can take your business to the next level. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your strategy, this episode offers insights that could change how you approach investing.
Ready to uncover the mindset behind real estate success? Listen now and find out.
00:00 - From the Ice Rink to Real Estate: Bob Lachance’s Unique Journey
05:36 - Early Missteps: Lessons Learned the Hard Way
09:04 - Navigating the Complexities of Multifamily Investments
13:12 - Emotional Detachment: A Key to Investment Success
17:04 - Leveraging Virtual Assistants to Scale Your Business
20:32 - Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Final Thoughts
Connect With Bob!
Website: https://revaglobal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boblachance
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"When emotions are high, intelligence is low." - Bob Lachance
"You will win more than you will lose if you detach yourself from the outcome of negotiations." - Bob Lachance
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
Is the promise of passive income in real estate too good to be true? Emma Powell, a seasoned multifamily investor, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to succeed in this field. From her start as a real estate photographer to becoming a full-time investor, Emma shares the challenges of raising capital, finding the right partners, and why the journey is far from easy.
If you’re questioning whether multifamily investing is the right path for you, this episode provides the raw, unfiltered truth. Emma’s candid stories reveal the real struggles and rewards of building wealth through real estate.
Listen now to find out if you’re ready to face the realities of multifamily investing and learn how to navigate its most demanding challenges.
00:00 - Discovering Real Estate: Emma’s Unexpected Journey
06:24 - Behind the Multifamily Curtain: The Real Story
12:08 - The Hard Truths of Capital Raising
18:08 - Navigating Multifamily’s Tough Terrain
26:08 - What’s Next? Emma’s Vision for the Future
Connect With Emma!
Website: https://highrise.group/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmapowell28/
Let’s discuss your goals and the legacy you want to leave for generations!
Interested in building your legacy? Click here to connect with us and explore your options!
Website: https://www.keetonrealtyinvestments.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christykeeton/
Key Quotes:
"Don't manifest negativity that impacts your ability to believe you can accomplish what you say you want." - Emma Powell
“Raising capital is about more than just numbers—it's about people, relationships, and trust.” - Emma Powell
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
Join Christy in this episode of Multifamily Missteps as she dives deep into the crucial process of due diligence for multifamily properties. Learn how to avoid common financial pitfalls, such as improperly assessing taxes, insurance, and renovation costs, and discover the importance of reviewing leases and existing contracts.
Christy shares real-life experiences, including a case where overlooked lease details led to a short financial strain. She emphasizes the need for thorough physical inspections, covering HVAC, foundation, roofing, electrical, and plumbing systems, and highlights a costly mistake from incomplete plumbing inspections.
Christy also offers valuable tips on ensuring a deal is sound, making comprehensive checklists, and seeking expert reviews. She stresses the importance of anticipating tax and insurance increases and conducting meticulous property walkthroughs with your management team. Tune in for practical advice and real-world insights to help you navigate the complexities of multifamily property investments successfully.
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
Steven takes us on the journey of beginner landlord to the most recent lending environment. Join us for the pitfalls of gut instinct and floating-rate loans. Buckle up!
Support the show
Are you feeling overwhelmed with Multifamily deal analysis? Are you uncertain about the right investment? Christy is an expert underwriter and mentor and wants help you on your journey! Visit her website at www.ChristyKeeton.com to book a discovery call now.
The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.