Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave a secure corporate career and step into real estate investing full-time? In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with Tom Kirkpatrick, a former geologist who traded his W-2 life for multifamily investing and newfound freedom.

Tom shares how he transitioned from environmental project management into co-GP partnerships, overseeing more than 200 units, and why he’s pivoting toward a fund-of-funds model. He opens up about the challenges of raising capital in today’s multifamily market and explains how he’s building systems, expanding his investor base, and using LinkedIn to connect with professionals looking to diversify outside of Wall Street.

If you’ve been thinking about breaking free from the corporate grind, this conversation is packed with insights on transferable skills, relationship-building, and why now might be the right time to consider real estate.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How Tom shifted from geology to multifamily real estate investing

The skills he carried over from corporate project management

Why he’s embracing the fund-of-funds model to help investors access bigger deals

The realities and challenges of raising capital in today’s market

How he’s leveraging LinkedIn and education to build trust with investors

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What really makes a family office different from a traditional real estate syndicator? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave sits down with Colby Swartz, an experienced real estate developer who’s now part of the Birkentine Real Estate Group — a vertically integrated family office with a focus on long-term real estate development.

Colby explains how family offices operate, why they prioritize capital preservation and generational wealth over short-term returns, and how their approach to risk, deal flow, and property management differs from that of most developers. He shares insights on building for rent vs. building for sale, running a vertically integrated operation, and scaling with both efficiency and stability.

You’ll hear how Birkentine delivers over 1,000 rental units a year, why vertical integration matters, and what it’s like to run a business where the capital is all in-house. Whether you’re a real estate investor curious about working with a family office or simply want to understand a different investment philosophy, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

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In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau chats with Dr. Pranay Parikh — physician, real estate syndicator, and co-founder of Ascent Equity Group — about how preferred equity can offer investors a safer, more strategic path to strong returns.

Dr. Parikh breaks down the capital stack, explains the differences between true preferred equity and its “lookalike” cousins, and shares why timing and deal structure matter more than ever in today’s market. From real-world examples to practical investor insights, this conversation is packed with clarity and actionable advice for both new and experienced investors.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How preferred equity sits between debt and common equity in the capital stack

Why some “preferred equity” in old deals might not be what it seems

How Dr. Parikh’s team structures deals to balance safety and returns

Current market realities for raising capital — and where the opportunities are now

Tips for evaluating risk and potential upside in today’s multifamily market

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Most people discover property management the hard way—after buying a rental, they suddenly become landlords dealing with tenants, toilets, and late-night calls. But today’s guest, Mo Hashem, took the opposite path. He started in property management first, building his expertise before stepping into investing, syndication, and multifamily deals.

In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, Mo shares how his 14+ years of experience managing over 600 properties gave him the skills and systems to scale into multifamily investing. He talks about why single-family landlords often struggle, how he helps them with a flat-fee property management model, and what it really takes to move from managing rentals to raising millions in capital.

You’ll discover:

Why economies of scale matter for both landlords and investors

The pros and cons of single-family rentals vs. multifamily investments

Mo’s perspective on today’s shifting market and how technology is reshaping real estate investing

The importance of teamwork and leverage in building true passive income

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In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, we sit down with Nic DeAngelo, founder of Saint Investment, to talk about why he believes fixed income funds are the smartest way to beat market volatility.

Nic shares how his journey from multifamily and industrial syndications led him to build a mortgage-backed income fund that delivers stable, predictable returns. He explains how buying distressed and semi-performing mortgages creates win-win opportunities for both investors and homeowners — while providing 12–14% returns in a low-leverage structure.

We cover:

Why long-term thinking is critical for real estate investing

How Saint Investment helps homeowners stay in their houses while turning non-performing notes into cash flow

Who this type of fund is ideal for (hint: retirees, business owners, and anyone tired of market chaos)

The biggest challenges and rewards of running a mortgage-backed fund

How Nic raises capital and uses webinars to educate investors

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What happens when you combine aerospace engineering precision with multifamily real estate? Jonathan Nichols knows firsthand. After starting in single-family rentals, Jonathan and his wife pivoted into multifamily syndication—building a portfolio of 1,000+ units across Texas and Oklahoma.

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Jonathan shares:

Why he targets 100-unit C+ to B– properties in tertiary markets

How fixed-rate debt has helped weather today’s market turbulence

The risk management lessons he carried over from aerospace engineering

Why partnering with the right co-GPs adds critical value to deals

His realistic outlook on the multifamily market for the next 6–12 months

Whether you’re an aspiring syndicator or a seasoned investor, Jonathan’s analytical yet practical approach offers lessons you can put to work now.

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What happens when you combine multifamily real estate with industrial investments? In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with investor and entrepreneur Nick DiLeone, who is blending two powerful asset classes for bigger opportunities and stronger returns.

Nick shares how he went from working with institutional real estate firms to building his own investment company, Leone Real Estate Partners. With experience in multifamily, industrial, and even RV parks, Nick explains why he chose to focus on apartments and triple-net industrial warehouses—and why investors are showing so much interest in these deals today.

You’ll hear:

Why multifamily and industrial complement each other

How Nick structures deals and raises capital in today’s tough environment

Why industrial properties are attracting more investors than multifamily right now

The pros and cons of single-tenant industrial deals

Nick’s goals for building partnerships and scaling Leone Real Estate Partners

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What if you could combine affordable housing solutions with strong investment returns? In this episode of The Property Profits Real Estate Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Brett Bowman, an experienced investor with 25 communities—spanning over 1,600 lots—across the Midwest and New Orleans. Brett shares how he’s finding success in both mobile home parks and the growing niche of long-term RV park investing.

You’ll discover the surprising differences between these asset classes, how Brett finds and manages long-term RV tenants, and why municipalities often view RV parks more favorably than mobile home parks. Brett also breaks down the pros, cons, and profitability of each, along with the operational challenges that investors often overlook.

Whether you’re curious about workforce housing in unique markets or want to understand why an RV pad might rent for 50% more than a mobile home lot, this episode is packed with real-world insights for active and aspiring investors.

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In this powerful episode of The Property Profits Podcast with Dave Dubeau, real estate fund expert Cherif Medawar joins us to break down how he’s been building and running highly profitable funds for over 15 years.

From flipping luxury homes in San Francisco to generating consistent cash flow with mixed-use properties in Puerto Rico, Cherif shares how real estate investing evolves—and how fund structures can fast-track your success.

He explains the power of Regulation D 506(c) funds, the key differences between syndications and funds, and how he helps other investors set up their own scalable fund structures. Plus, Cherif reveals how to attract investors even in today’s uncertain market, all while staying SEC compliant.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why Cherif is bullish on Puerto Rico and pulling out of San Francisco

How to structure a real estate fund to maximize profits and minimize risk

The difference between syndications and funds—and which is better for scaling

How Class A, B, and C shares give flexibility to fund managers and investors

Tips for raising capital, even in a challenging economic climate

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Is now the best time to buy commercial real estate? According to Mike Zlotnik — known as “Big Mike” — the answer is a resounding yes. In this episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with the seasoned fund manager and syndicator to unpack “deep value buying” and why today’s market conditions may offer a historic opportunity for savvy investors.

Mike explains how his team at Tempo Family Office connects capital with opportunity, leveraging significant negotiating power to secure investor-friendly terms. He breaks down the fundamentals of deep value acquisitions, from targeting motivated sellers to understanding cap rate spreads, leverage strategies, and light value-add opportunities.

They also explore current market stress in multifamily, the resilience of open-air shopping centers, and the rise of private credit as a lucrative, secured investment option. Mike shares practical examples of deals, the importance of conservative underwriting, and why reducing risk — not taking more of it — can lead to higher returns.

If you’ve been wondering how to invest wisely in uncertain times, this conversation offers the insights you need to spot deals that others might overlook.

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