This is part 1 of my conversation with Pressley M. Hambrick IV. He is the Principal of Dimensional Capital Partners. He was introduced to real estate investing at the age of 6. His grandparents owned 2 apartment buildings, and his father owned 20+ rental properties. While watching his family manage and grow their business, Pressley and his father began to rehab the rentals at the age of 8. Ever since then, Pressley has been involved in real estate investing, from brokering mortgage notes, to flipping, to apartment syndication.

In this episode, Pressley M. Hambrick IV talks about his experiences with real estate, starting from when he was young and working with his dad. He reveals that they are into development and that he got into it because of the housing market crash in the early 2000s. He discusses how their reputation and name are important to them, and how they weather the market by doing ground up development instead of flipping. He discusses how Trevor McGregor, his coach, has helped him to realize that they needed to focus on what was important and not get bogged down in details.

[00:01 - 05:13] Learning Real Estate Through Different Industries

• Pressley talks about his colorful and interesting background, which includes working with her father as a child

• Working in the car wash industry and renewable energy industries

[05:14 - 12:54] Surviving and Thriving In The Market Crash

• Pressley is a developer and started developing in the early 2000s due to the housing market crash
• He talks about underwriting deals conservatively
• He talks about a deal they are working on and how it will be ground up development or full rehab
• Humans have not evolved to think in exponential terms, so numbers become irrelevant to them, he says

[12:55 - 20:36] Closing Segment

• He talks about his superpower it staying in his own lane, and that’s what catapulted him

• To learn more about Pressley, listeners can visit him at Clubhouse!

Tweetable Quotes:

“My entire mantra has been scale, make money and scale, and as well as passive income and multifamily has really been the only vehicle that has been able to satisfy that answer. And I love it. It's my heart. It's my passion.” – Pressley M Hambrick IV

“I'm driven by accomplishing the goals that I have set and feeling that I'm successful, not necessarily that I'm, making a certain dollar amount.” – Pressley M Hambrick IV

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This is part 3 of my conversation with Emma Norman. He is a commercial mortgage broker with Eastern Union. She is part of the MHP Division. She specializes in financing mobile home parks and RV parks nationwide. She became obsessed with the asset class while managing mobile home parks for 3-4 years. She managed parks in Ohio and Michigan. She has experience in real estate as a single-family investor in a prior life. She was also a successful realtor in Washington State in her prior life. Emma became a commercial mortgage broker with the sole intention of investing in MHPs. Her intention is to accumulate MHPs at a rate of 2-3 a year and provide free housing to battered women.

In this episode, Emma Norman discusses the importance of quality products, close-knit communities, and the opportunity to buy an existing mobile home park. She discusses how mobile home parks and RV parks differ. She points out that mobile home parks are built for people to get to work, whereas RV parks are often located in popular tourist destinations.

[00:01 - 05:13] The Growing Opportunity In RV parks

• Emma discusses how you can buy a home for less than what it would cost to live in it

• There is growing trend of giving residents the opportunity to buy their community

[05:14 - 12:54] The Differences Between RV parks and Mobile Home Communities

• Emma discusses how mobile home communities and RV parks are different in terms of their lending structure and tenant base
• RV parks are more likely to be in locations that draw tourists, mobile home communities are built for people who need to get to work
• An RV park can include a clubhouse, arcade, shower house, laundry, pool, and water park
• The market for RV parks is growing, and there are currently over 2,000 RV parks in the United States
• RV parks are covered by fair housing laws with some exceptions

[12:55 - 20:36] Closing Segment

• To learn more about Emma, listeners can visit her at Clubhouse!

Tweetable Quotes:

“If you're capable, the market will support it.” – Emma Norman

“The thought process that just because you live in a mobile home park means you're not very smart or you don't have any money is completely untrue.” – Emma Norman

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This is part 2 of my conversation with Emma Norman. She is a commercial mortgage broker with Eastern Union. She is part of the MHP Division. She specializes in financing mobile home parks and RV parks nationwide. She became obsessed with the asset class while managing mobile home parks for 3-4 years. She managed parks in Ohio and Michigan. She has experience in real estate as a single-family investor in a prior life. She was also a successful realtor in Washington State in her prior life. Emma became a commercial mortgage broker with the sole intention of investing in MHPs. Her intention is to accumulate MHPs at a rate of 2-3 a year and provide free housing to battered women.

In this episode, Emma Norman talks about mobile home communities. She says that there are two types of real estate investors: seasoned veterans and those who are just starting out. She shares that RV parks are more than just RV pads and that there are many different amenities available, such as shower houses and convenience stores. She and her husband decided to go into the mobile home park lending business. They found that they lacked experience in this field, so they brought on one more person with experience to help them out.

[00:01 - 04:18] How To Succeed In The RV Industry

• Emma discusses the two types of real estate investors

• Seasoned veterans

• New investors

• RV parks and mobile home communities are not just RV pads and concrete pads – they can also include primitive spots, boondocks, and stores

[04:19 - 10:09] Find Success With Rentable Park Own Trailers

• Emma found that she has little experience in the mobile home community lending industry, but is now working to build up her network and get more experience
• She recommends that new borrowers should be confident and not intimidated by their lack of experience, and instead focus on building relationships with lenders
• Lenders in the mobile home community lending industry are increasingly looking for borrowers to put 10% of the purchase price into reserves, as well as maintain good liquidity and network status

[10:10 - 16:44] Closing Segment

• To learn more about Emma, listeners can visit her at Clubhouse!

Tweetable Quotes:

“Don't be intimidated. They're all facing the same thing.” – Emma Norman

“You're going to need full time wages because that determines the quality of management you're going to get.” – Emma Norman

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This is part 1 of my conversation with Emma Norman. He is a commercial mortgage broker with Eastern Union. She is part of the MHP Division. She specializes in financing mobile home parks and RV parks nationwide. She became obsessed with the asset class while managing mobile home parks for 3-4 years. She managed parks in Ohio and Michigan. She has experience in real estate as a single-family investor in a prior life. She was also a successful realtor in Washington State in her prior life. Emma became a commercial mortgage broker with the sole intention of investing in MHPs. Her intention is to accumulate MHPs at a rate of 2-3 a year and provide free housing to battered women.

In this episode, Emma Norman is a specialist in mobile home communities. She points out that compared to owning your home in a park, being a park owner offers many benefits. She talks about how her Emma’s grandparents were able to do well financially by self-managing their mobile home community. She explains that his model is more financially advantageous for both the park owner and the tenant. If you’re interested in investing in mobile home communities or you’re looking for advice on how to navigate this complex property type, this episode is a must-listen!

[00:01 - 05:49] The Benefits of Owning A Mobile Home Park

• Emma discusses the benefits of owning a mobile home community

• It is similar to owning a home in a park

[05:49 - 09:23] The Keys To Success With Tenant-Owned Home Park Model

• Emma talks about the importance of title when it comes to financing a mobile home community

• How long can it take to retrieve an abandoned property

• There is a push for the tenant-owned model over the park-owned model
• • It provides more chances for financing
• Tenant-owned model also has benefits such as easier access to credit and better maintenance

[09:24 - 14:51] Closing Segment

• To learn more about Emma, listeners can visit her at Clubhouse!

Tweetable Quotes:

“I thought mobile home parks were tough as far as getting loans. RV parks are harder, and what's the strangest thing to me is, lenders won't even concede that the person who's bringing you the deal, the sponsors on it, has more than enough experience.” – Emma Norman

“The thing that the tenant own home park model provides is a lot more chances for financing.” – Emma Norman

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This is part 3 of my conversation with Douglas Dowell. He is a lawyer who has been investing in real estate for many years. He has done a variety of real estate related w2 gigs, from mowing lawns for landlords to managing a 60-unit property, to office space leases for a major telecom company, to practicing landlord tenant law. He has now chosen to enter the real estate entrepreneur space with a focus on ground up multitenant retail and building to rent. He is passionate about mindset management, capital raising, aviation, and his deer head chihuahua named Roo.

In this episode, Douglas Dowell tells listeners that it is important to have a positive mindset and focus on changing their beliefs in order to achieve success. He believes that it is important to have a “Why” that is bigger than oneself in order to be able to overcome obstacles and maintain commitment. He shares his tips for new and seasoned investors alike. He recommends breaking your goal into smaller steps, visualizing the outcome, and enlisting help from friends or a professional mentor.

[00:01 - 05:49]

• Changing your beliefs to create a different reality is scary but possible

• Discipline equals freedom and embracing it will help you achieve your goals

[05:49 - 09:23] Breaking Commitments Into Smaller Actionable Steps

• Doug believes that the key to success is breaking the commitment down into smaller steps that make sense
• He recommends self-hypnosis and meditation as ways to increase one’s composure and access calmness in difficult situations
• Learn to do things yourself

[09:24 - 14:51] Closing Segment

• Douglas advises listeners that asking for help is not a weakness it is a strength!

Tweetable Quotes:

“if we're not asking for help, then we're being efficient.” – Douglas Dowell

“Sometimes ego is good because it will push you forward in life and you'll take more risks than you should or you maybe would've otherwise. But at the end of the day, humility is really one of the best things you can operate with.” – Douglas Dowell

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This is part 2 of my conversation with Douglas Dowell. He is a lawyer who has been investing in real estate for many years. He has done a variety of real estate related w2 gigs, from mowing lawns for landlords to managing a 60-unit property, to office space leases for a major telecom company, to practicing landlord tenant law. He has now chosen to enter the real estate entrepreneur space with a focus on ground up multitenant retail and building to rent. He is passionate about mindset management, capital raising, aviation and his deer head chihuahua named Roo.

In this episode, Douglas Dowell talks about how embracing your differences is key if you want to be successful, and how you should never strive to be “normal.” He discusses how people with ADHD often struggle to find their place in the world, and how they often wind up in an in-between space. He discusses how taking massive action can help you achieve your goals, and how having a mindset of abundance can help you overcome any challenges. If you’re interested in learning about or if you are someone who is already interested in the topic, then this podcast is for you!

[00:01 - 03:44] Understanding Self-Doubt In Real Estate

• Douglas talks about being people-focused

• His love language is acts of service

[03:45 - 11:02] Embracing Your Own Challenges

• Douglas talks about how he has tried many deals and is not efficient at it
• She has tried to be more comfortable with who she is as a person and what she can do
• Entrepreneurship is not normal and requires a lot of hard work and dedication
• He believes that embracing ADHD is the key to success
• • It’s important to focus on what you’re passionate about

[11:03 - 20:29] Closing Segment

• He recommends that people with ADHD learn about their MBTI type and find a career or passion that aligns with their type

• He recommends taking massive action in order to achieve success, and believing in the law of attraction

Tweetable Quotes:

“You got to let the freak flag fly, fly your pirate flag and go for it.” – Douglas Dowell

“If you embrace that idea, and the second you decide to make that commitment, you will not be sorry.” – Douglas Dowell

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This is part 1 of my conversation with Douglas Dowell. He is a lawyer who has been investing in real estate for many years. He has done a variety of real estate related w2 gigs, from mowing lawns for landlords to managing a 60-unit property, to office space leases for a major telecom company, to practicing landlord tenant law. He has now chosen to enter the real estate entrepreneur space with a focus on ground up multitenant retail and building to rent. He is passionate about mindset management, capital raising, aviation and his deer head chihuahua named Roo.

In this episode, Douglas Dowell discusses his experience analyzing his situation and recognizing when he needs to take action. He also recognizes that he needs to focus on becoming better at his core skills in order to improve his overall success. He recommends two books to anyone starting out in real estate: “Think and Grow Rich” and “Be Your Future Self Now.” He discusses how having friends who are willing to give honest feedback is important for anyone starting out in the industry. He talks about how his background in law has helped him navigate various legal issues that can arise during real estate investing.

[00:01 - 05:49] Understanding Self-Doubt In Real Estate

• Douglas discusses how he got into real estate

• Understanding self-doubt

• He introduces books that have helped him grow

• “Think and Grow Rich”

• “Be Your Future Self Now”

[05:49 - 09:23] Invest in a Coach To Help Your Progress Faster

• Coaching and mentorship can be a good idea, but it has a negative connotation
• Investing in a coach or mentor can shave off time and help you progress in your career
• The difficulties in finding the right coaching or mentorship program for your needs are worth it
• Building a stronger self-perception
• Understanding the role of self-doubt

[09:24 - 14:51] Closing Segment

• Douglas shares that having a fleet of staff in order to run an effective commercial real estate organization

Tweetable Quotes:

“Not only do you need to be surrounded by the right things, but the right mindset also.” – Douglas Dowell

“Whether you think you can or you can't, you are right.” – Douglas Dowell

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This is part 3 of my conversation with Tony Torres, the founder of COR13 Capital, where we are On Mission THRU Real Estate. By helping high-net worth individuals, busy professionals, and aspiring real estate investors navigate the industry and invest in high quality commercial real estate to have a positive impact on their financial future as well as helping us to have an impact in the mission field. Tony’s extensive real estate experience spans many different facets. From single-family home acquisitions and rentals, to multifamily, build – to – rent, and golf courses. In his career, he has underwritten and acquired more than $40 million worth of real estate for large institutional investors in multiple markets around the nation and in many different economic environments.

In this episode, Tony Torres shares that one thing he looks for when investing is deals in high interest rate environments. He discusses the current state of the economy and how it will affect luxury short term rentals, which revolves around creating opportunities for themselves in an environment where buyers and sellers are at odds. He feels that by using real estate as a tool to help solve other challenges, like food shortages, they can be successful. He points out that one of their goals is to develop relationships with their clients and create a sense of community. He believes that this type of work has the potential to bring people together and help them find good in each other.

[00:01 - 04:08] How To Leverage Triple Net Leases

• Tony discusses as triple net leases are a good investment because they have high negotiation power and long terms

[04:09 - 09:23] The Upside Of Luxury Short Term Rentals

• Tony believes that luxury short term rentals are not going to be impacted by a downturn in the economy
• Standard short-term rental versus luxury short term rental
• Luxury short term rentals are still going to be popular
• Real estate agents should capitalize on this trend and target those with more money
• COR13 Capital is using real estate to help solve the challenge of the food shortage

[09:24 - 14:51] Closing Segment

• Tony believes that real investors should be realistic about their opportunities and be prepared to do something different to succeed

Tweetable Quotes:

“We just do the little things the right way. We're all going to make it out in the end.” – Tony Torres

“When we start putting greed in front of what we do, it always ends badly.” – Tony Torres

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This is part 2 of my conversation with Tony Torres, he is the founder of COR13 Capital, where we are On Mission THRU Real Estate. By helping high-net worth individuals, busy professionals, and aspiring real estate investors navigate the industry and invest in high quality commercial real estate to have a positive impact on their financial future as well as helping us to have an impact in the mission field. Tony’s extensive real estate experience spans many different facets. From single-family home acquisitions and rentals, to multifamily, build – to – rent, and golf courses. In his career, he has underwritten and acquired more than $40 million worth of real estate for large institutional investors in multiple markets around the nation and in many different economic environments.

In this episode, Tony Torres emphasizes the importance of having a sound financial plan when investing in real estate, and he offers advice on how to transition from a renter to a homeowner. He discusses how the world is changing and how it is affecting their generation. He discusses how people are moving more for the experiences they can have rather than being tethered to one location, and how people are starting to see the value in renting rather than owning. He describes how triple net leases work and how they are a safer investment than multifamily properties.

[00:01 - 07:09] How Cost of Living Impacts Real Estate Prices

• Tony shares that there is a demand for rental housing, and multifamily assets are a good way to invest in this market

• The cost of living in the US is among the most expensive in the world, and this impacts real estate prices

[07:10 - 11:23] How Remote Work Has Given People The Ability To Achieve Financial Freedom and Flexibility

• Tony talks about how the world is constantly changing
• • It’s important to have financial freedom and flexibility in order to be able to live anywhere
• Remote work has given people the ability to achieve financial freedom and flexibility
• Agency debt is a great option because of its low upfront costs and high returns down the line

[11:24 - 16:34] Closing Segment

• Tony discusses the benefits of triple net multifamily

• When a tenant is responsible for all expenses associated with owning and operating a property, such as taxes, insurance, and maintenance

• Triple net multi family can yield a higher internal rate of return and it can be a safer play than multifamily

Tweetable Quotes:

“I've worked remotely now for four years, and I could live anywhere I wanted. There's a liberation, but also a real responsibility, which can be stressful to make the right living situation choices.” – Tony Torres

“I'll never bring a deal. That's not great for you, but I'll also never sacrifice the safety of someone else for a dollar.” – Tony Torres

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This is part 1 of my conversation with Tony Torres, the founder of COR13 Capital, where we are On Mission Thru Real Estate. By helping high-net worth individuals, busy professionals, and aspiring real estate investors navigate the industry and invest in high quality commercial real estate to have a positive impact on their financial future as well as helping us to have an impact in the mission field. Tony’s extensive real estate experience spans many different facets. From single-family home acquisitions and rentals to multifamily, build – to – rent, and golf courses. In his career, he has underwritten and acquired more than $40 million worth of real estate for large institutional investors in multiple markets around the nation and in many different economic environments.

In this episode, Tony Torres tells the story of how he left teaching to enter the real estate industry and how he now works as a manager for a large company that focuses on institutional acquisitions of single-family homes. He stresses that it is important to build strong relationships with those in the real estate industry in order to succeed. He discusses how they think the market works and why multifamily carries a bigger price tag than single family homes.

[00:01 - 07:09] Build and Connect Relationships With People

• Tony shares about the current economic environment and real estate investing

• He shares his experience working with institutional buyers, which is a key focus for many investors

[07:10 - 11:23] Buyers Are Always In Control Of The Markets

• Tony believes that real estate comes down to one factor, which is buyers
• • Buyers are always in control
• He is not an advocate of low-balling sellers or rates being high in order to justify a lower price
• Multi-family housing is correlated with single family housing
• • It does not always reflect the amenities that they offer
• He discusses how you can control some aspects of a tenant’s housing costs

[11:24 - 16:34] Closing Segment

• Tony believes that taking care of your residents will result in taking care of your investors, and vice versa

Tweetable Quotes:

“You can be a novice in real estate and do amazing things just by knowing the right people and putting your head down and going for it.” – Tony Torres

“Buyers are always in control.” – Tony Torres

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