The Apartment Gurus

Do you want to enjoy the benefits of both cash flow and appreciation? Then tune in to this episode with Josu'e Velney. Don’t miss the story of how he took full control of his financial future through real estate construction and how you can do the same.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


How to leverage the right mindset to start a business
Ways to maximize your cash flow and appreciation returns
Advantages of investing in ground-up construction
Why and how you should build good business relationships
Tips to manage contractors as a real estate investor

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki https://amzn.to/3FvYiSm
The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3U7NQ7T and Kindle https://amzn.to/3Fo98tv
Your First 100 Million by Daniel S. Peña https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/2336314.Your_First_100_Million
Investor Fuel https://investorfuel.com/
Sharper Leadership Circle https://sharperprocess.com/schedule/2019/10/17/sharper-leadership-circle

ABOUT JOSU'E VELNEY


Josu'e is the founder and CEO of Velney Development, LLC. Before being a full-time real estate developer, he served five years in the Marines. He is also an expert at assessing the rehab necessary to bring a project to current market value and building projects from the ground up as a licensed home improvement contractor and general contractor.

CONNECT WITH JOSU'E


Website: Velney Development https://www.velneydevelopment.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josue_velney/

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To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach

Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Today, we’ll hear from a seasoned management consultant and multifamily real estate investor Tony Castronovo. From attracting capital to credibility-enhancing activities to scaling it incrementally, you’ll learn valuable tips to accelerate your real estate success when you tune in!

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Why you shouldn’t self-manage large multifamily properties
Advantages of having good relationships with business partners and brokers
Differences between attracting capital and raising capital
The power of having a credibility kit and leveraging your partner’s experience
Useful tips to help you scale your multifamily business

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Michael Blunt https://www.colliers.com/en/experts/michael-blunt
Multifamily Investors Who Dominate https://amzn.to/3IHcQjz
Beau Knows Multifamily https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjZ5kby_xL_gPCStm2StIhg
Kahuna Investments https://kahunainvestments.com/
Goodegg investments  https://goodegginvestments.com/

ABOUT TONY


Tony Castronovo is the founder and managing partner of Novo Multifamily Group, LLC and Novo Investments, LLC, a real estate investment company established in 2014.  Tony is also a seasoned management consultant (previously with Ernst & Young), utilizing 25 years of experience advising clients on project portfolio investment management.  He holds higher education degrees in Engineering and Construction Management. He is revered across numerous investor communities as a mentor and coach for investors & entrepreneurs, sharing leading practices and experience. He is a member and student of the Wheelbarrow Profits Academy, founded by Jake Stenziano and Gino Barbaro.  In 2022, he launched Grit to Growth, a Transition & Performance Coaching business focused on empowering entrepreneurs to live an intentional life by design.

CONNECT WITH


Website: Novo Multifamily Group https://novomultifamilygroup.com/
LinkedIn: Tony Castranovo https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonycastronovo/
Email: [email protected] 

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To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.


Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Teamwork makes the dream work, and real estate syndicator George Cline proves it to us in today's episode. Take our open discussion about securing your legacy through partnerships, mentors, property managers, and networking methods on this show.


WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


What aspiring general partners should know before establishing a partnership
Markets and assets you should and shouldn't invest in
How the right people can help your business succeed
Why you should invest in real estate
Benefits of co-GP arrangement in your first multifamily deal
Innovative networking strategies to scale your business

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Deal Maker Live Event https://dealmakerliveevent.com/dml-2023-thanks/
Episode 127: Brian Burke - The Open Playbook From a True “Guru” https://theapartmentguyspodcast.buzzsprout.com/899881/11308498-episode-127-brian-burke-the-open-playbook-from-a-true-guru
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan | Paperback https://amzn.to/3V8OMdf and Kindle https://amzn.to/3Cio3SS
Best Ever Conference https://www.besteverconference.com/



ABOUT GEORGE CLINE


George has been a successful entrepreneur for the last 25 years, starting several businesses in technical fields, specializing in the internet and networking. Over the years, he has invested in real estate through single-family homes and student housing. In the past two years, he has focused primarily on larger multifamily housing and has approximately 1,400 units under management.

CONNECT WITH GEORGE


Website: Ardent Equity Group https://ardentequitygroup.com/
Email: [email protected]

CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate’s brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Start taking intelligent risks and tune in to this episode with seasoned investor Ismael "Rey" Reyes. Keep listening as he shares efficient strategies to break into the real estate investing space, the foundations of successful deals, and why now is the perfect time to invest in real estate.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Why you should be intentional about learning about investing
The significance of surrounding yourself with the right people
Benefits of focusing on incremental growth
Reasons to invest in multifamily assets right now
Practical ways to get into the real estate game

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


MONOPOLY Game
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback and Kindle
CASHFLOW® Classic
The Admirable Group
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan | Paperback and Kindle 
Multifamily Investors Who Dominate by Beau Beery | Hardcover and Kindle
Home Equity Line of Credit

ABOUT ISMAEL “REY” REYES


Rey is the president of MI Real Estate and has been investing in residential real estate since 2005 but has focused on multifamily since 2016. He has led MI Real Estate in investments in 14 multifamily properties totaling 900 units valued at more than $100 million in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. Rey offers independent consulting to multifamily investors and is the best-selling author of BLUF: The Bottom Line Up Front on Passively Investing in Multifamily Properties.

CONNECT WITH ISMAEL


Website: Investing in Multifamily Properties | real estate investment group

CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.


Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.


Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.


Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

You're in for a treat in this episode as we feature a mini mastermind with John Rickgarn. Learn why investing in multifamily assets is a tremendous financial move and an excellent way to grow in real estate. Plus, you'll find why there’s always room for improvement if you stay and join us in this talk!

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Benefits of buying a vacant multifamily property
Strategies for buying properties in different markets
Ways to get educated on real estate as a passive multifamily investor
How to leverage your current properties to buy smaller multifamily assets
The power of a great mindset in real estate investing success

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/
Vivid Vision by Cameron Herold | Paperback  https://amzn.to/3VIqiYB and Kindle https://amzn.to/3CSWwI0

ABOUT JOHN RICKGARN


John has been a real estate investor since 2016 and is a licensed real estate agent with MN Lands and Homes. He helps educate and coach other potential and beginning investors to build their real estate portfolios and increase their passive income. He is also the creator and host of The Wealth & Freedom Nexus Podcast.

CONNECT WITH JOHN


Website: Wealth & Freedom Nexus
Podcast: The Wealth and Freedom Nexus Podcast
YouTube: Wealth & Freedom Nexus
Instagram: @wfreedomnexus
Twitter: @WFreedomnexus

CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.


Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate’s brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Do you want to know how to keep making deals in a shifting market? Tap into the mind of seasoned investor Bruce Wuollet in today’s episode as we talk about the magic of cash flow and risk mitigation strategies so you can keep your money working for you even during economic downturns.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Pros and cons of buying cash-flowing properties
Real estate marketing: Off-market deals vs. broker deals
Must-know capital raising tips from a successful investor
Ways to protect your assets in volatile markets 
Advice for investors transitioning from single-family to multifamily real estate

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback https://amzn.to/3SHSCIr and Kindle https://amzn.to/3SrunhU
All IMN Conferences https://www.imn.org/conferences/

Do you want to learn more from Bruce? Reach out to him at https://calendly.com/brucebenjamin/ to schedule a free 20-minute exploratory call so you can learn how to think long-term in your investments!

ABOUT BRUCE WUOLLET


Bruce is the founder, visionary and current owner of Bakerson. He has a proven track record of success throughout Bakerson’s nearly 20 years in business, with thousands of individual units bought, repositioned, and sold. Bruce has overseen all aspects of the business, including operations, acquisition, project leadership, equity fund management, property-specific syndications, legal, finance, and more. His focus is finding good deals, while his passion is serving the residents by providing them with one of their basic human needs – shelter.

CONNECT WITH BRUCE


Website: Bakerson https://bakerson.com/

CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate’s brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Unlock the winning criteria for your properties and gain other specialized investing knowledge in today’s episode with Ashton and Christopher Levarek. Tune in as we talk about capital-raising strategies and ways to refine goals and work systems to build the confidence you need for success.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

The value of delegating roles in your company
Inventive ways to raise capital for your first deal
Why you need a good property management company
Resources and events to help you achieve investing success
Actionable tips to quickly scale your business

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED

Profit First https://amzn.to/3dLb97X
Vivid Vision https://amzn.to/3UMv6f5
Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book https://amzn.to/3y0mcRl
Raising Capital for Real Estate  https://amzn.to/3dPAQ7b
Building a StoryBrand https://amzn.to/3ChTiin
Best Ever Conference https://www.besteverconference.com/

ABOUT ASHTON AND CHRISTOPHER LEVAREK

Christopher is the operations manager for Valkere Investment Group. He oversees the company’s management, technical infrastructure, and day-to-day operations. He coordinates with the marketing and sales teams to cultivate new and existing partner relationships and identify new investment opportunities. Ashton acts as the sales and marketing manager for Valkere Investment Group. He handles developing new and existing partner relationships and offers creative ideas for boosting brand awareness. He strongly believes in utilizing knowledge and professional experience to ensure the success of missions, so he focuses on creating successful teams to guarantee the success of our investments.

CONNECT WITH ASHTON AND CHRISTOPHER

Website: https://valkeregroup.com/
Podcast: The Art of Winning Podcast https://valkeregroup.com/podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/valkere-investment-group/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valkereinvestmentgroup/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valkereinvestmentgroup/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ValkereGroup
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFFfs4Hpgft57w9lV4fnVgQ

CONNECT WITH US

To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate’s brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Stay laser-focused on your business goals when you tune in to this episode with Karl Krauskopf as we dive into business mindsets and investing tips for running your business holistically. Listen in and take massive action toward real estate success!

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Resources to help you navigate the real estate industry
Recession-resistant investing strategies for beginners
Capital raising tips to help scale your business
The value of mindset in achieving your goals
Why capital raising is fundamental to your business

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback https://amzn.to/3RUaE9D and Kindle https://amzn.to/3yDQDgI
The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason | Hardcover https://amzn.to/3VvKzjW and Kindle https://amzn.to/3CUo0hH
The Book on Flipping Houses by J Scott | Paperback https://amzn.to/3yIRigN and Kindle https://amzn.to/3CVwTHY
BiggerPockets https://www.biggerpockets.com/

ABOUT KARL KRAUSKOPF


Karl is the managing partner of Auroras Investment Group. He got his start in real estate by flipping houses, and his primary focus has constantly been acquiring and renovating under-market-value properties in areas experiencing rapid market appreciation. As Karl expanded and scaled his efforts, development was the logical next step. With the knowledge from a masterclass hosted by a local real estate tycoon, Karl used his new network of colleagues to find a permit-ready lot in south Seattle where he could construct four townhomes and two single-family homes.

CONNECT WITH KARL


Website: Auroras Investment Group https://www.aurorasinvestmentgroup.com/
Instagram: @aurorasinvestmentgroup https://www.instagram.com/aurorasinvestmentgroup/
Facebook: Karl Krauskopf https://www.facebook.com/karl.krauskopf.5
LinkedIn: Karl Krauskopf MBA https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-krauskopf/
Email: [email protected]


CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Join us in today's episode with investing guru Eng Taing to discover how to minimize your tax burden and keep investing more of your earnings into income-producing assets. Don't miss our conversation about investor-focused deals, passive investing, and portfolio diversification to get a headstart on your path to economic stability. 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


How an abundance mindset can help you succeed in life
Lessons learned from corporate jobs you can apply in real estate investing
Why you should diversify your investment portfolio
Real estate marketing tips to help scale your business
Senior living: What it is and how it works

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED


Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki | Paperback https://amzn.to/3MdlxSM and Kindle https://amzn.to/3RBfhFf
SyndicationPro https://syndicationpro.com/
Marketing Automation Tools for Small Business  https://squareup.com/us/en/marketing

ABOUT ENG TAING


Eng is the founder and CEO of Touzi Capital. He is an experienced investor with $250M assets under management and 12 years of real estate experience and has focused on cash flow investing in creating significant passive income. He also has experience leading data science and analytics at Apple, Capital One, and AT&T. He applies that experience when identifying and underwriting investment opportunities and markets.

CONNECT WITH ENG


Website: Touzi Capital https://www.touzicapital.com/
LinkedIn: Eng Taing https://www.linkedin.com/in/engtaingofficial/

CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate's brand-new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!

Discover the multi-faceted qualities of multifamily properties and the driving factors of the real estate market as John Cohen shares his expert investing and marketing advice so you can generate sustainable wealth. Listen in and take your shot toward investing success!


WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE


Why you should work in real estate before you start investing in it
Actionable marketing strategies to acquire deal flow
Capital raising, loan types, and asset acquisition tips from an expert
What makes a location a great market?
Success-driven real estate investing tips

RESOURCE/LINK MENTIONED


Marcus & Millichap https://www.marcusmillichap.com/


ABOUT JOHN COHEN


John co-founded Toro Real Estate Partners in 2015. He focuses on the company’s strategic direction, investment strategy formulation, investor development, and acquisition and dispositions. He has been investing in real estate since 2010, and his understanding of deep-value investing in real estate started by buying tax deeds and liens. Since starting in real estate, he has been involved in over $250 million in various real estate transactions, spanning tax liens, rental/sale transactions in Manhattan, and his investments.


CONNECT WITH JOHN


Website: Toro Real Estate Partners
Email: [email protected]


CONNECT WITH US


To book an exclusive FREE consulting session with Tate or to view his current investment offerings, please go to www.investwithgreenlight.com.

Want a list of top-rated real estate conferences, virtual meetups, and mastermind groups? Send Tate an email at [email protected] to learn more about real estate using a relational approach.

Special Announcement! Tate’s brand-new audiobook “F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing” is downloadable! Go to: Green Light Equity Group: http://www.investwithgreenlight.com/.

Do you have difficulty underwriting deals? Never worry about getting your numbers wrong with Real Estate Lab, a cloud-based platform for investors. Sign up at https://www.realestatelab.com/ using the promo code TAG2 to get 10% off your first 12 months. Automate your acquisitions and underwriting like a boss now!