Today, David Holman shares the key to his decade of success in the commercial and residential space, from being a passive investor, active investor, and syndicator. 

Dave gives excellent advice on making investors feel secure about investing with you as a syndicator, his definition of a good deal in a dynamic market, and the value of protecting investors’ capital in building your credibility. 

Key Points & Relevant Topics

• Dave’s entrepreneurial spirit, approach to doing MBA, and path to real estate investing
• Why Dave decided to invest in his first deal as a passive investor
• Dave’s approach to financing and management as an active investor
• The importance of working with a reputable buyer agent
• Overcoming self-doubt in trying different things in real estate  
• Dave’s perspectives on choosing the right syndicator to work with
• What is considered a good deal in today’s market
• The mindset that contributed to Dave’s success in real estate
• Protecting your reputation and credibility as a syndicator

Resources & Links
Apartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive Investor

About David Holman

Dave Holman believes in doing well by doing good. With over a decade of experience, Dave is a triple threat; commercial broker, syndicator/investor, and co-owner of Katahdin Property Management.  

Dave grew up in Maine and attended Carleton College in Minnesota, focusing on Latin American Studies and Environment and Technology Studies. His first investment took place right out of college when he co-founded a multi-lingual retail chain in Bolivia, The Spitting Llama Bookstore and Outfitter. After earning his MBA and spending 9 years in non-profit leadership and fundraising, Dave dove into real estate investing to make the world a healthier and happier place.  

Dave manages over 350 commercial and residential units in Maine, most of which he owns or co-owns. Dave specializes in driving NOI through energy efficiency and creative solutions with refugee and immigrant tenants. Outside of real estate, Dave loves running, hiking, travel, and wrote 3 books: Youth Rewinding the Countryside, Coffee Smuggler, and Cyber Fire.  

Get in Touch with David

• Website: https://www.holmanhomes.com/ / https://www.holmangrouprealty.com/ / https://www.katahdinmanagement.com/ 

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