In this powerful episode of The MHP Exchange, Frank Rizzo sits down with multifamily investor and educator Gino Barbaro of Jake & Gino for an unfiltered conversation on what really drives success in real estate—and in life.

This is not just about deals. It’s about the evolution of identity as an investor, how upbringing shapes your money patterns, why most people fall into traps before they even start, and how financial intelligence must come before financial growth. Gino breaks down why real estate is a business first—not a transaction, why a business plan matters more than motivation, and how today’s financing trends and market cycles are reshaping strategy in every asset class.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overconfident, underprepared, or unsure why progress feels harder than it should—this episode will reset how you think about money, risk, and long-term investing.