In this episode, Neal Bawa—aka the “Mad Scientist of Multifamily”—joins Chris Larsen to discuss how AI is transforming real estate operations, why the market may have already bottomed out, and where the best investment opportunities lie in 2026 and beyond. From multifamily trends to senior housing and small industrial, this data-driven conversation is packed with actionable insights for forward-thinking investors.

👇 Timestamps & Topics Covered:

00:00 – Intro: The "Real Life Wendy" from Billions

00:49 – What is Achievement Addiction?

02:00 – Allison’s Background: Therapist, Founder, Entrepreneur

03:00 – Surviving Asheville’s Halloween Disaster: Resilience in Action

06:30 – Community Leadership in Crisis

07:11 – Growing a Business in Chaos

08:22 – “Nobody’s Coming to Save Me” – The Power of Ownership

10:10 – How Hardship Builds Resilience (but only if you let it)

11:09 – Why Entrepreneurs Struggle Emotionally at Home

12:24 – Work Identity vs. Family Presence

13:59 – Slowing Down Is Hard: The Cost of Constant Motion

15:00 – Feelings, Avoidance & Emotional Performance

16:30 – Why Business Owners Need Therapy

18:10 – Your Role Beyond Business: The Identity Crisis

19:05 – The 90/10 Effort Trap: Where Is Your Energy Going?

21:06 – Doctors, Execs, and Entrepreneurs All Face This

22:55 – When Business Becomes a Mistress

25:11 – Tanking Deals Because You Can’t Let Go

26:20 – When Is the Right Time to Get Help?

28:50 – Freeing Up Time, Making More Money, Enjoying Life

30:07 – Family Time Isn’t Screen Time

30:45 – Want Your Own “Wendy”? Here’s How to Find Her

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