Real Estate Investor Podcast

The commercial real estate market is shifting quickly, and in order to keep up and ensure you can finance your investments, you need to be able to adapt. In this episode of the Real Estate Investor Podcast, Anton Mattli from Peak Financing joins us to share his insights on today’s market trends and what lending is like in commercial real estate today. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about why lenders are tightening their scrutiny on loan schedules, how transparency can make or break your lender relationships, and more! He offers practical advice for navigating loan modifications before shar...

There are always investment opportunities; you just have to be patient enough to look for them! Today, we welcome the founder of the passive real estate investment educational platform, CARE, Chad Ackerman, to the show to discuss everything you need to know about investor syndication! Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Chad’s career and how investing led him to leave his corporate job, some big limited partner mistakes to avoid, and key things to look for in a PPM. We delve into Chad’s focus in the space right now before he tells us about his new coachi...

Today, we take a look at what happens when you narrow your focus to a single area, choosing to go a mile deep. We’re joined by Daniel Casey, President and CEO of North40 Capital, a local property developer, and BlackRock Construction Group, a commercial general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior living, and income-producing products. To start, Daniel introduces himself and the companies he runs before explaining how his background as a general contractor serves him in the work he does today. Then, we learn about North40’s commitment to servicing only one area (Tacoma, Washington), why the company stan...

Once you truly understand what a wealthy life means to you, you can go out and take action to build that life, and you’re much more in control of your whole life than you may think! Today, we’re joined by Sahil Bloom, Managing Partner of SRB Ventures, writer of the Curiosity Chronicle, and bestselling author of The Five Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Life, to explore how we can live more holistically wealthy lives. Sahil walks us through how to measure social wealth, social hacks to be aware of, and how to grow in l...

With rising debt, shifting prices, and mounting investor uncertainty, what’s really going on in the US economy? In this episode, real estate expert Kathy Fettke joins us to break down key trends shaping the housing and rental markets today. From the rise in multi-family loan delinquency to the surprising stability in home defaults, Kathy explains what these signals mean for investors. We also explore the impact of the potential Big Beautiful Bill, the role of financial engineering in today’s economy, and where prices are rising or leveling across the country. Whether you’re navigating your first investment or man...

The dust has barely settled on the Invest Smart Summit 2025, curated by Break of Day Capital, and today, fellow colleagues Andy Huang and Joe Fang join Gary to unpack everything that happened in our third major summit (after the first two focused on real estate and asset management). Andy begins the conversation by explaining why he was more excited about his own panel than others before Joe shares some love for Gary and Ryan Kennedy’s presentations. Then, we discuss key takeaways from the Beyond the High, Mastering Money, and Inside the Mind of a Passive Investor panels, and An...

Many first-time investors assume they need a 20% down payment to get started, but that’s not the case! Joining us to break it all down is Joseph Shalaby, founder and CEO of E Mortgage Capital, a national brokerage supporting nearly 900 loan officers across 48 states. He sits down with host Gary Lipsky to discuss the business model behind EMC’s success, key mortgage lessons for investors and loan officers, and financing options that make it easier to purchase your first property. Joseph outlines his three pillars for building a thriving mortgage business (service, community, and relationships) and explains how strong oper...

Too many high earners look successful on paper but still feel stuck when it comes to building lasting wealth. In this special episode, host Gary Lipsky steps into the guest seat as his daughter, Arielle Lipsky, takes the mic to interview him about the upcoming Invest Smart Summit. Designed for busy professionals, this free virtual event brings together top minds in real estate, business, and personal development, including Sahil Bloom, Tim Storey, and Tom Wheelwright. In today’s conversation, Gary shares how the summit explores not just financial growth, but also health, mindset, and emotional resilience. Discover who the su...

AI is rapidly becoming an essential tool across industries, but for real estate and asset management, it’s no longer optional. In his fourth appearance on the podcast, Neal Bawa returns to deliver a powerful masterclass on AI in real estate. Neal is the CEO and Founder/Cofounder of Grocapitus, Multifamily University, and Mission10K. Known as “the Mad Scientist of Multifamily,” his insights have helped him build an asset portfolio nearing $1 billion. Neal begins by reintroducing himself before diving into best practices for using AI in real estate. He explains how ChatGPT supports his developments and investment strategies, why AI...

Hard assets are time-proven as one of the best ways to build sustaining wealth. Joining us today is Ben Reinberg, the CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies and author of Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times. We begin with Ben’s background and journey into real estate before diving into what he thinks about the current state of the real estate market. Then, we discover the dangers of chasing big deals when you’re not yet ready to hold them, the roles of resilience, persistence, and self-care in profitable real estate investing, why you need to surr...

What does it mean to vet a real estate deal as a limited partner? In this episode of The Real Estate Investor Podcast, host Gary Lipsky welcomes Aleksey Chernobelskiy, Principal at Centrio Capital Partners and Founder of GP-LP Match. Aleksey previously ran Store Capital’s lucrative real estate portfolio and underwriting team before shifting his focus to educating and advocating for limited partners (LPs). Through his daily posts, newsletter, and investing partner platform, he helps LPs avoid costly mistakes and spot opportunities others miss. During the conversation, Aleksey explains the difference between REITs and funds and how return profiles co...

Open land rarely garners the same attention as developed properties due to their perceived value discrepancies. But as today’s guest, Kevin Bupp explains, there are many ways to generate significant income from open spaces like mobile home parks and parking lots. Kevin is a seasoned commercial real estate investor, a top podcast host, and author of The Cash Flow Investor, a practical step-by-step framework for creating financial freedom by investing in commercial real estate. Kevin begins our conversation by explaining who he is, what he does, and how he got into the world of real estate. Then, we di...

Uncertainty in the real estate market can create both risk and opportunity. Long-term success belongs to those who know how to navigate it wisely! In this episode, we welcome back investor, macroeconomics expert, and Director of Investor Relations at Break of Day Capital, Joseph Fang, to break down key market trends, interest rate predictions, and investment strategies that matter right now. Gary and Joe discuss their recent acquisition of Icon on Headley, the importance of strategic staffing and property synergies, and how macroeconomic forces (like tariffs and inflation) impact real estate. Joe also shares his insights on interest rate...

Is now the right time to invest in real estate, or are we on the verge of a market downturn? In this episode of the Real Estate Investor Podcast, we sit down with seasoned investor Jeremy Roll to unpack the state of real estate investing in today's economic climate. Jeremy began investing in 2002 and left the corporate world in 2007 to pursue financial freedom through passive income. He now manages a network of investors and is also a co-founder of For Investors By Investors (FiBi), where he shares his extensive knowledge of low-risk, predictable investment strategies. In our conversation, we...

What separates top-performing real estate investors from those who struggle? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Taravella, an experienced real estate investor and asset manager with a background in accounting and corporate finance. Mike is the founder of Niche Holdings, where he manages millions of dollars in assets and provides third-party asset management consulting to optimize client portfolio performance. In our conversation, Mike shares his journey from corporate accounting to real estate and explains how he leveraged financial systems, automation, and AI tools to streamline asset management. We delve into the benefits of structured asset management practices...

What’s going to be good and bad for the economy in the next year? Dr. Peter Linneman is a renowned real estate expert and economist with nearly 45 years of experience, and he joins us today to share his keen insights into the current and future state of the US economy. Combining academic excellence from Wharton and the University of Chicago with a successful business career as Founding Principal of Linneman Associates, Dr. Linneman is an advisor to leading corporations and multiple published authors. Join us for an informative discussion and a fascinating growth forecast for the coming year in...

Joining Gary on the podcast today is Austin Hair. Austin is a real estate developer specializing in identifying prime locations that help clients scale quickly and provide investors with secure, compounding returns. With over a decade as a professional wakeboarder and a finalist on American Ninja Warrior, Austin combines discipline and calculated risk-taking to excel in real estate investment. He focuses on finding low-risk, high-return opportunities that benefit both tenants and investors. Tune in to hear how Austin got into the business of real estate and the key data points they look at when choosing their locations. He even...

One of the great pains of being a homeowner is dealing with squatters and even worse, title fraud. Today, with the help of George McCleary, we learn how to protect ourselves against would-be squatters and how to be prepared when someone tries to rob you of your equity. George is the CEO of Defender Networks, a company dedicated to protecting their users from squatters, title fraud, and other real estate scams, and he gained viral fame by exposing how effortlessly a house can be stolen in his social media video, “I stole a House.” We begin with George’s profes...

Hannah Hammond is a resilient entrepreneur who overcame a challenging childhood to build a remarkable career, founding and leading multiple successful companies across real estate, lending, construction, and property management. During this episode, she joins us to share her story and to offer insights on entrepreneurship, financial success and personal growth. From the book that started it all to the evolution of her business, we discuss Hannah’s self-education and the key insights that have shaped her career. We also unpack the role of fear and why a little bit of trepidation can be a good thing for entrepreneurs, wh...

What makes a successful relationship between operators and general contractors? In today's episode, we speak with Ruben Ortiz, founder of Sayan Renovations & Construction. Based in Dallas, Ruben and his team tackle complex multifamily Capex projects with a focus on quality, innovation, and authenticity. In our conversation, Ruben shares his journey from working alongside his father in construction to leading a nationwide team transforming multifamily properties. We discuss how Sayan Renovations & Construction builds strong GC-operator relationships, hear practical advice on value-add projects, and uncover actionable insights to help investors optimize their Capex strategies. Join us to learn how to create...

Welcome back to a new year and another episode of The Real Estate Investor Podcast with your host, Gary Lipsky of Break of Day Capital. In this episode, Gary dives into today’s topic: finding and closing deals in the current market. He shares insights from their most recent deal, recaps the capital trends of 2024, and offers actionable tips to help you prepare for when deals come to market. Tune in to discover what made this a challenging year for investors, why understanding your market is crucial, and hear Gary’s important public service announcement. Thanks for listening!

Taxes don’t have to be daunting, especially when you know the strategies to make them work for you. In today’s episode, we welcome back Brandon Hall, a practicing CPA and the founder and managing partner of Hall CPA, to unpack powerful tax-saving strategies every investor should know. Brandon delves into key topics for year-end tax, like how to handle bonus depreciation and the best ways to navigate the short-term rental loophole. He breaks down some of the pitfalls of trying to save money in the short term and the benefits of thinking long-term and reducing your effective tax...

Jon Simpson is passionate about helping multi-family investors turn leads into leases. Founder of Criterion.B and BeSwifty, Jon is a multifamily marketing expert with over 20 years of experience in digital solutions and AI-driven property marketing and he joins us in conversation to share key insights from his extensive experience. He has worked with top brands like AG Spanos Corporation and RPM helping property managers streamline processes and convert leads into leases. Tuning in, you’ll hear how Jon approaches website builds for clients, property photography, and marketing spend. He shares his thoughts on having a digital presence you ca...

What’s the current state of the multifamily real estate market, and how can investors navigate today’s economic challenges? In this episode, we welcome J Scott, a partner at Bar Down Investments and an acclaimed real estate investor. He’s also the author of five books published by BiggerPockets and co-host of the very popular Drunk Real Estate Podcast. In our conversation, J delves into the impact of the recent interest rate cuts on mortgage and cap rates, explains trends in housing supply and demand, and examines how inflation and economic shifts are influencing multifamily properties. He also shares...

Ever wonder what it truly takes to reach financial freedom? In this episode, Aaron West breaks down the mindset and steps behind his "7 Levels of Wealth" concept. Aaron is the owner of The West Experience Real Estate Group and has built a successful career in real estate, including fix-and-flips and wealth-building strategies. He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom and live fulfilling lives. In our conversation, Aaron delves into his journey from growing up in poverty to building a successful real estate portfolio and creating wealth. He discusses the common lessons learned from interviewing successful entrepreneurs and...

Real estate investing is not about numbers or transactions, it’s a relationship business! This is the opinion of today’s incredibly successful guest, real estate investor, and host of the podcast, The Real Estate Guys, Robert Helms. He joins us today to discuss his career and all things investment opportunities. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Robert’s impressive career, why he tries not to sell property and instead collect it, the importance of narrowing your market focus, and why you need a personal investment philosophy. We delve into Robert’s experience in international investment, his favorite markets, a...

Living in abundance starts with cultivating the right mindset, and it is a consistent effort to stay motivated to live up to your full potential. To explain how a mentality of abundance improved his life, we are joined today by the CEO of GoBundance, Matt King. GoBundance is a member-led mastermind built for hardworking overachievers, and Matt describes what his role as CEO entails and how he finds joy at work. We unpack ways of escaping the mental prison of imposter syndrome, how the people and places around you influence your success, why hard work is the only true...

What does it take to successfully raise capital and build lasting investor relationships? In this episode of The Real Estate Investor Podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Miller; Founder and CEO of Pentium Capital Partners and host of the global top 2% podcast, Making Billions with Ryan Miller, who shares his 15 years of experience navigating the world of finance and capital raising. Ryan takes us through his journey from humble beginnings to managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, outlining his approach to leveraging reputation, relationships, and results. He offers actionable advice for getting started; including the importance of building a network using his Tr...

Asset management requires constant forward-thinking to ensure long-term success. Today we are joined by the co-founder of Catalyst Equity Partners, Shane Thomas, to discuss quality asset management. Tuning in, you’ll hear about Shane’s business, why he decided to open an in-house construction business, the biggest asset management struggles at the moment, how he overcomes them, and more! We also dive into the importance of effective communication, playing the long game in asset management, and how Shane’s CPA background has contributed to his success. Plus, Shane shares valuable advice on hiring earlier in your asset management business. Press...

As a nation, we know very little about residential assisted living (RAL) compared to other real estate categories. So today, we welcome the two-time bestselling author and COO of Residential Assisted Living Academy (RALA), Isabelle Guarino, who sheds more light on the importance of RAL and how you can get involved. Named as one of the “Top Influencers of Senior Housing” and a two-time recipient of "The Future Leader of Assisted Living" title, Isabelle is undoubtedly America’s top coach and trainer for all things RAL. She begins with a detailed breakdown of RALA before diving into the common pitfal...

Are you interested in scaling your business but have concerns about overreaching and going broke? In her new book, Scaling Smart, Kathy Fettke gives readers a comprehensive guide to creating a self-managing business without sacrificing growth. Kathy is a renowned real estate expert, author of the best-selling title, Retire Rich with Rentals, and co-founder of RealWealth. We are delighted to have her back on the show today to talk about the contents of her new book, Scaling Smart, and how to take on the challenge of scaling your real estate investments. Tune in as she outlines how she first...

Our very own Gary Lipsky has written another incredible real estate investment book! Invest Smart: Spotting Red Flags in Real Estate Syndications and in this episode of the Real Estate Investors Podcast, Gary is telling us all about it. Tune in to hear what you will learn from the book, why he wrote it, who it is for, and so much more! Head over to Amazon now to get your hands on this incredible guide that will make you a better real estate investor and be sure to email your review to Gary when you’ve read it! Thanks fo...

Are you ready to scale your real estate investments but feel unsure of how to take the next step? This is the episode for you! Joining us today to share his take on how to scale efficiently (and painlessly) is John Casmon, a former corporate marketing executive turned real estate entrepreneur. John is the founder of Casmon Capital Group, where he and his team help busy professionals invest in real estate without having to deal with the difficulties of being a landlord or flipper themselves. Tuning in, you’ll hear about John’s journey from corporate marketing executive to mana...

Conducting detailed research and having great relationships with municipalities, contractors, and investors is the best way to avoid hefty delays in development deals. Today's guest is Andrew Brewer, a stationary engineer-turned-commercial operator and developer, and the Founder of IronGall Investments. We begin today's conversation with Andrew's professional history before discovering how his stationary engineering background makes him a better investor today. Andrew then details all important considerations for investors who are keen on ground-up developments, and we discuss the roles of research and relationships in shortening delays within a project. To end, Andrew shares pearls of wisdom as he...

Section 1031 in the tax code can be leveraged to your advantage when it comes to real estate investing and today on the Real Estate Investor Podcast, Brandon Burns is here to give listeners a 1031 master class. Listening in, you’ll hear all about the power of the Section 1031 tax code in investing, what a 1031 scenario looks like, what could go wrong, how to select a qualified intermediary, and more! Brandon delves into the different kinds of 1031 exchanges before explaining what a reverse 1031 is and why it’s a safe option. Finally, our guest reminds listeners to educate themselves and plan...

While multifamily investors face numerous challenges in today's market, there are still many lucrative opportunities available. Join us as we delve into the current state of multifamily investing with Feras Moussa, co-founder of Disrupt Equity, a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily acquisitions. As a serial entrepreneur and multifamily expert, Feras brings a wealth of experience to this episode, having overseen the acquisition of over 5,000 units and more than $800 million in assets across Georgia, Texas, and Florida. Listen in as he shares valuable advice for negotiating loan MODs, the importance of building communities, not just...

In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Francey, a multi-business owner and the CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN), to delve into the complexities of the US and Canadian markets and the different real estate market cycles. Patrick is a highly experienced real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 40 years in the industry. As the CEO of REIN, he guides investors through the nuances of real estate investment to help them build successful portfolios. In our conversation, Patrick shares his journey into real estate investing, what got him interested in it, and the significant differences between...

What if your biggest obstacle in life is, in fact, yourself? In today’s episode, Gary Lipsky sits down to interview Aaron Velky, a transformational coach who helps entrepreneurs overcome personal challenges to achieve their goals. Tuning in you’ll learn about the critical role that mindset plays in achieving success, along with strategies for breaking out of comfort zones and addressing self-limiting beliefs. Aaron shares his journey from coaching youth soccer to guiding business professionals before offering insights on how to overcome "analysis paralysis" in real estate investing and beyond. Through personal stories and practical advice, he emphasizes the...

Reading the markets and benefiting from both ups and downturns requires a ton of experience and vast knowledge of the real estate market. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and success in business operations and real estate management, today’s guest, Michael Hananel, is the perfect person to walk us through the cycles of success of real estate, so that you can make the most of your next property venture. Michael is the CEO of Strategic Growth Real Estate – a commercial real estate, brokerage, investment, and property management firm that he founded in Los Angeles in 2012 – and he begins by sha...

Join your host, Gary Lipsky, for the special 200th episode of the Real Estate Investor Podcast! Over the past four years, we've featured amazing guests discussing a wide range of topics, including KPIs, disposition, downside protection, insurance, raising capital, business plan execution, construction management, exit plans, and much more. Our guests have included economists like Dr. Peter Linneman, lenders, lawyers, operators, and even a functional medicine practitioner because of his firm belief that health is wealth. We've also welcomed a former pro skater, a UFC fighter, a fireman, and men and women who have served our country. Tune in...