The BetterLife Podcast Hotel Investing Explained: The Most Slept on Real Estate Asset Class | Sujay Mehta (Ep 161)
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Jul 22, 2025 Sujay Mehta, a real estate investor with a unique journey from medicine to hotel development, dives into the world of hotel investing. He reveals why hotels are a dynamic asset class and unpacks the potential of short-term rentals post-COVID. Sujay shares his firsthand challenges in navigating hotel development during uncertain times. He elaborates on hotel valuation, key performance metrics, and financing options for beginners, while stressing the importance of mentorship and creating a strong investment community.
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Hotels: Underrated Asset Class
- Hotels are currently the most underrated real estate asset class with strong cash flow in high interest rate environments.
- Investing in hotels can yield better returns compared to low cap rate multifamily or self-storage markets.
Monk-like Study in India
- Sujay Mehta took a break from pre-med to study like a monk in India for two years.
- This experience taught him gratefulness and influenced his decision to pursue real estate instead of medicine.
First Deal Hustle and Appearance
- Sujay bought his first development deal at 25 while raising capital and driving a new Audi to appear credible.
- He emphasizes getting your first deal done as the hardest step in real estate investing.
