Two Smart Assets

Two Smart Assets

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Two Smart Assets episodes

  • How To Know If Passive Real Estate Investing Is The Right Strategy For You with Lane Kawaoka

    Join us for an amazing episode featuring Lane Kawaoka, a seasoned investor and engineer who transitioned from the corporate world to full-time real estate investing. Lane's journey from engineering to real estate entrepreneurship is an inspiring tale of pursuing financial freedom.

    In this insightful conversation, Lane shares his experiences and expertise in passive real estate investing, shedding light on the distinction between cashflow and appreciation investments. Discover how his strategic move into syndications investing, focused on affordable housing, has created opportunities for everyday investors to access lucrative deals once reserved for the wealthy.

    If you're curious about whether passive real estate investing aligns with your financial goals, this episode provides invaluable insights to help you decide. Tune in now to explore the path to financial independence through smart real estate investments!

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1:27 - How Lane got into real estate
    4:36 - Challenges with turnkey model
    7:55 - Process of becoming a syndicator
    13:44 - Tips for passive investors
    18:28 - Today's market
    24:35 - Contact Lane

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website: simplepassivecashflow.com
                    
    CONNECT WITH THE HOST
    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    26 min
  • How To Escape The Landlord Trap with Tim Little

    Join us for an enlightening podcast with Tim Little, a real estate investor who transformed his financial trajectory from student debt to a staggering $90 million real estate portfolio. Tune in as Tim shares his expert insights on breaking free from the landlord trap, discussing his journey from passive investing to wealth creation. Gain valuable strategies and inspiration to pave your own path towards financial freedom. Whether you're buried in debt or seeking investment avenues, this episode offers actionable advice to propel your journey forward. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Tim's remarkable success story!

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1:27 - How Tim got into real estate
    5:48 - His plan to get out of debt
    9:58 - Student loan to 90 million in real estate
    16:38 - The landlord trap
    20:28 - Questions passive investors should be asking
    22: 58 - His objectives
    26:38 - Contact Tim

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

                    
    CONNECT WITH THE HOST
    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    29 min
  • 5 Lessons For Success I Learned From Ironman Training

    Tune into this inspiring episode featuring Daniel Nickles, as he shares profound insights from his Ironman training journey. Daniel's experiences transcend sports, offering lessons applicable to life's challenges.

    Discover the mindset, discipline, and resilience that propels Ironman athletes to success, and learn how these principles can empower your personal and professional endeavors. Join us for an engaging conversation that uncovers the transformative power of endurance sports, helping you conquer your own feats. Don't miss this opportunity to tap into Daniel's wisdom and elevate your approach to life's race!

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    01:40 Benefits of doing something physically challenging
    4:50 How to get out of your comfort zone
    7:50 Similarities between investing and triathlon
    11:50 How to overcome your biggest challenge
    14:00 Worst environment for training
    16:00 Consistency is key
    22:10 Creating momentum

     

    CONNECT WITH THE HOST

    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/

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    26 min
  • How To Avoid The Biggest Real Estate Investing Mistakes with Charles Carillo

    Discover the keys to successful real estate investing in this enlightening podcast featuring Charles Carillo, a true powerhouse in the industry. As the founder of Harborside Partners and a veteran with a track record of over $200 million in real estate transactions, Charles brings a wealth of expertise in revitalizing multifamily and commercial properties.

    Join us as Charles dives into strategies to sidestep the most common pitfalls that real estate investors encounter. With his hands-on experience and extensive passive investments across diverse asset classes, including commercial real estate and emerging tech startups, Charles offers invaluable insights for both novice and seasoned investors.

    Host of the acclaimed "Global Investors" podcast, Charles combines interviews with successful investors and weekly strategy episodes to provide a comprehensive guide for aspiring real estate moguls. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned pro and elevate your investment game.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1:27 - How Charles got into real estate
    4:18 - What he learned during his journey
    7:11 - Self managing experience
    12:10 - How his role changed as a real estate investor
    13:48 - Mistakes made in real estate
    16:20 - Strategies to mitigate risks
    20: 00 - His objectives
    21:45 - Contact Charles

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://harborsidepartners.com/
                    
    CONNECT WITH THE HOST
    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    23 min
  • How To Create Wealth Momentum With Passive Income with Chad Zdenek

    In this insightful episode, we sit down with Chad Zdenek, a multi-talented professional with an impressive background as a registered Professional Engineer, licensed General Contractor, and former CEO of Mobile Illumination. Chad's journey started in Construction Management and Structural Engineering, where he worked on groundbreaking projects like the Space Shuttle Main Engines for Boeing.

    Hailing from Los Angeles, Chad has witnessed the pressing need for multifamily units, spurring him to utilize his expertise in construction and engineering to make a difference. He shares how his extensive background helped him assemble deals to enhance apartment housing, benefiting both communities and stakeholders while creating passive income streams.

    Tune in to learn how Chad's wealth momentum strategy, driven by maximizing shareholder value and improving apartment living, can pave the way for successful passive income endeavors. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this podcast offers valuable insights into leveraging various skills to create long-term wealth through passive income opportunities.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1:27 - How Chad got into real estate
    4:18 - What he learned during his journey
    6;08 - What contributed most to his success
    10:56 - Real estate asset classes
    12:38 - Due diligence before investing
    17:08 - Assets with great returns in the future
    20:06 - Distress property opportunities
    22:48 - His objectives
    24:26 - Contact Chad

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://www.csqproperties.com/
                    
    CONNECT WITH THE HOST
    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    26 min
  • Why Mobile Home Park Investing Makes Sense with Andrew Keel

    Join us in this enlightening podcast episode as we sit down with Andrew Keel, a seasoned real estate investor with a remarkable journey from a Central Florida real estate apprentice to a successful mobile home park investor. Andrew shares his transformative experiences in wholesaling and residential flips, which led him to the realization of the vulnerability in his business model as a house flipper.

    With an eagerness to diversify and create passive, recession-proof income, Andrew ventured into the world of manufactured housing. In this captivating conversation, he sheds light on the soaring demand for affordable housing, especially in the face of limited supply and redevelopments. Andrew's vision of owning over $100 million in mobile home parks and self-storage facilities makes for an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion.

    Tune in to discover why mobile home park investing offers a win-win scenario for both investors and residents, providing America's most affordable, non-subsidized source of housing while securing steady returns. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking to gain insights into the promising world of mobile home park investments.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1:27 - How he got into mobile home parks
    4:25 - How long did his first deal take
    6;00 - Lessons from his fist property
    8:55 - Future of mobile home parks
    10:16 - Strategies for making more profit
    11:56 - Cash flow play vs Appreciation play
    12:46 - Buying criteria for mobile home parks 
    15:36 - Mistakes in mobile home park business
    19:46 - Deal flow 
    21:00 - Objectives he wants to achieve 
    21:26 - Contact Andrew

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://www.andrewkeel.com/
                    
    CONNECT WITH THE HOST
    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    23 min
  • From Full-Time Doctor to $200 Million in Real Estate in 16 Months with Pranay Parikh

    In this episode, we are joined by the multi-talented Pranay Parikh, M.D. Pranay is not only a Physician but also a Real Estate/Venture Capital Investor, Co-Founder of Ascent Equity Group, Co-Creator of Passive Real Estate Academy, and Host of the From MD to Entrepreneur Podcast. His expertise and passion lie in collaborating with fellow physicians to foster a community focused on ethical and equitable real estate investing. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Pranay has been a sought-after speaker at conferences like the Financial Freedom Through Real Estate, where he imparts his wisdom on real estate investment strategies. Through his podcast, From MD to Entrepreneur, he provides valuable tools and resources for doctors looking to take control of their lives and finances as physician entrepreneurs. Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of real estate investing, passive income strategies, and the inspiring journey of Pranay Parikh, M.D., as he empowers physicians to achieve financial freedom through real estate entrepreneurship.

     

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    Pranay's journey into real estate 00:00 - 6:30
    Ways to find the right partner 6:30 - 9:31
    Why brand building is so important 9:31 - 14:26
    Maximizing assistance 14:26 - 16:36
    Platforms for education 16:36 - 19:07
    Ascent equity future plans 19:07 - 22:10
    Ways to contact Pranay 22:10 - 23:50

     

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://ascentequitygroup.com

     

    CONNECT WITH THE HOST

    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/
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    24 min
  • How to Build a Real Estate Portfolio While Working a W-2 Job with Marc Weisi

    Multifamily properties play an essential role in today's real estate market. Marc Weisi is a co-founder of Maple Capital Partners. Marc is a bond trader turned multifamily investor who started investing in residential real estate in 2016. He and his partner switched to multifamily in 2020. They believed in serving the communities in which they invest, educating others on the wealth-building power of multifamily real estate, and making an impact along the way. In this episode, Mark will divulge his story of moving into multifamily real estate and how he got into the business. Additionally, he will talk about the challenges he encountered along the way and how he overcame them. Moreover, he will provide essential tips for building your investment portfolio.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    1. Mark’s journey into real estate 00:00 - 3:34
    2. Reasons for investing in real estate 3:34 - 4:42
    3. Challenges on the way 4:42 - 9:05
    4. Portfolio building tips 9:05 - 10:50
    5. Transition from the condo 10:50 - 13:27
    6. Partnership 13:27 - 14:59
    7. Investing in other people’s deals 14:59 - 16:10
    8. Limited Partner 16:10 - 20:18
    9. Lessons for effective managing 20:18 - 22:19
    10. Company focus 22:19 - 23:15
    12. Ways to contact Mark 25:40 - 28:08

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://investwithmaple.com/?fbclid=IwAR0S8YQ1MVoABtQ50cAJDmDvdvRNO4PvXyQErUqbcrh252R-DtM58Kj7WaQ

    CONNECT WITH THE HOST

    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/

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    29 min
  • Answering This One Question Completely Changed My Investment Strategy

    In this episode, our host Daniel Nickles discusses his personal ultimate risk tolerance test. He shares his experience of starting out as an investor, feeling a lot of resistance when it came to taking action and making offers on deals. He realized that fear of the unknown and the risk involved were holding him back. To overcome this, he developed a risk tolerance test consisting of one question that provided clarity and helped him move forward. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing uncertainty and confusion and responding with either a firm "no" or diving deeper to gain a better understanding. He cautions against doing nothing and highlights the potential negative consequences of avoiding decision-making. Additionally, he mentions that the fear of missing out on a deal should not overshadow the fact that there will always be more opportunities in the future. Finally, he warns that the habit of doing nothing can extend beyond investing and impact other areas of life, ultimately hindering personal growth.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    00:00 Overcoming Fear of the Unknown
    3:44 Two important responses
    6:45 Just do nothing
    10:19 Risk tolerance test
    12:59 Ultimate risk assessment question
    14:56 Importance of the question

    CONNECT WITH THE HOST

    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/

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    19 min
  • Farmland Investing for Income & Impact on a Massive Scale with Artem Millichuk

    Are you interested in the untapped potential of agriculture investment? Join us in this episode as Artem, a seasoned finance professional with over 14 years of experience in food, agriculture, and farmland, unveils the groundbreaking platform FarmTogether. Discover how Artem's expertise as the former CFO of Full Harvest Technologies and his background in renowned institutions like Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, E&Y, and PwC led him to revolutionize how we invest in agriculture. In this episode, Artem takes us through his vast knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit in agriculture. With FarmTogether, Artem aims to democratize access to farmland investments, leveraging technology to empower investors. Explore the challenges and opportunities in this often-overlooked asset class as Artem shares his insights and experiences. Whether you're an investor seeking financial growth or a stakeholder passionate about a sustainable future, Artem's vision and expertise will inspire you. Join us as we unlock the opportunities in agriculture investment and pave the way for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

    00:00 Artem's journey into real estate
    3:34 Transition into creating farm
    5:18 Farmland projects
    10:15 Criteria for buying farms
    13:25 Investing in farmland vs. other asset classes
    18:51 Benefits of investing in farmland
    20:24 Farm Together Goals for near future
    22:01Ways to contact Artem

     

    CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

    Website- https://farmtogether.com

     

    CONNECT WITH THE HOST

    Website- https://upstreaminvestor.com/
    Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TwoSmartAssets/
    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/upstreaminvestor/
    Twitter- https://twitter.com/twosmartassets
    LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-smart-assets/

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    24 min

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It’s no secret that real estate is one of the best investment vehicles out there.