Most investors look at a glossy pro forma, see double-digit returns, and think they’ve found a “cash cow.”
 We’ve underwritten more than a hundred real estate deals - and the truth is, 80-90% collapse the moment you stress-test the numbers.

In this episode, we break down:

• Why every pro forma you see is biased (and how to decode it).
• How to triangulate rents, occupancy, and expenses so you’re not gambling with assumptions.
• The truth about Section 8 “guaranteed income” - and why max approved rent ≠ market reality.
• The short-term rental loophole hype: when it’s a strategy, and when it’s just a tax tail wagging the dog.
• The single investor takeaway: good investing isn’t about chasing hype, it’s about protecting downside.

If you’re a busy professional who wants real estate to create freedom (not headaches), this episode is for you.

In this episode, Alina interviews Sergii after his trip to the Limitless Conference — where lessons from seasoned multifamily operators reinforced the disciplined approach they had already chosen.

Together they discuss:

• Why mindset is 90% of the journey, and how to reframe imposter syndrome into productive growth
• Sergii’s biggest lesson: stop trying to do everything yourself and partner with proven operators
• Memorable moments with Lonnie Gienger (family as mission-driven enterprise), Ken McElroy (decades of experience), and Ashley Wilson (a confident female voice in multifamily)
• Why scaling into larger multifamily properties makes more sense than chasing small deals — and why they chose this path even before Limitless
• How conservative underwriting, patience, and saying “No” more often protect investor capital
• The role of family teamwork in making ambitious goals possible

This conversation blends mindset, family, and investing discipline — showing how lessons from industry veterans confirm the strategy Sergii & Alina are already building on for their investors.

In this episode of Real Freedom, Real Assets, host Sergii Rakhuba sits down with attorneys Adam J. Vincent and Paul W. Vincent to demystify the legal side of passive real estate investing.

If you’ve ever wondered what exactly you’re signing when you invest in a syndication—or how to know your interests are protected—this conversation will give you clarity and confidence.

We cover:

• Why syndications are legally “securities” and what that means for investors.
• Key documents every LP should understand: the PPM, the Operating Agreement, and the Subscription Agreement.
• SEC rules: 506(b) vs. 506(c)—and what makes you an “accredited investor.”
• When to hire your own attorney as an LP.
• The biggest misconceptions passive investors make (and how to avoid them).

Whether you’re a physician looking to put your capital to work or a professional exploring real estate syndications for the first time, this episode will help you invest with peace of mind.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to protect yourself legally before you sign on the dotted line.

What does it take to build a contractor-investor relationship that actually works - especially when you're not even in the same state?

In this episode, I sit down with Blake Johnson, founder of Finishing Touches https://finishingtouchesremodeling.com/, a trusted GC in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, to unpack:

• Why trust and transparency beat micromanagement
• The most underrated upgrades for rental appeal
• How to vet contractors and align your scope with your exit strategy
• What investors often get wrong when managing remotely
• Why timely payments are a sign of professionalism - not just cash flow

If you're investing from a distance, managing your own renovations, or working with property managers and GCs, this is the tactical, no-fluff conversation that will save you headaches (and money).

🎧 Let’s talk boots-on-the-ground strategy, clarity, and capital protection.

In this episode, I sit down with Allison Guillot, operations manager at Blue Atlas Property Management, to talk about what truly makes a successful investor-property manager relationship.

We explore the Dallas Fort Worth market, challenges for first-time investors, how to prepare a property for rent, and why building a reliable local team is essential for success.

Whether you’re investing remotely or down the street, Allison’s experience will give you tactical takeaways to apply right away.

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In our first episode, we share how we went from immigrant physicians to intentional real estate investors—while still practicing medicine.

You’ll hear what pushed us to make a change, how we recovered from losing our down payment, and why this podcast exists for high-income professionals seeking clarity, control, and true financial freedom.