Episode 1238: How To Create Lifetime Cashflow Through Multifamily Properties with Rod Khleif

One mindset shift can turn your biggest loss into your greatest comeback.

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Rod Khleif, Multifamily Real Estate, Expert Podcast Host, Best-Selling Author, and Philanthropist, built a real estate empire and then rebuilt it after losing $50 million in the 2008 crash. Rod breaks down why mindset drives 80–90% of success, shares lessons from owning 800 single-family homes, and explains what’s happening in multifamily right now as debt comes due and opportunity rises. He also shares how his decades of work with Tony Robbins shaped his philosophy and why giving back through the Tiny Hands Foundation became a core part of his definition of fulfillment.

Key Takeaways:

→ Mindset beats mechanics: Rod argues that psychology drives the majority of success; tactics only work when you act on them consistently.

→ Single-family risk is underestimated: One vacancy can mean 100% vacancy, plus turnover costs can wipe out a year of profit.

→ Multifamily scales faster than people think: Buying one 20-unit property can be simpler than buying 20 separate houses, with fewer moving parts.

→ Avoid cross-collateralization traps: Rod’s crash was worsened by tying stronger assets to weaker ones, creating a domino effect.

→ Education first, then action: Don’t “dabble.” Commit to learning the business and getting around serious operators and frameworks.

Rod Khleif is a Sarasota-based multifamily investor, best-selling author, and top-ranked podcast host who rebuilt a real estate empire after losing $50M in the 2008 crash. Today, he leads one of the most successful real estate investing coaching communities with 260,000 student-owned units. He supports his mission of abundance through the Tiny Hands Foundation, which has fed more than 160,000 children. Rod combines his market knowledge with a strong personal comeback story. He offers clear, honest advice on building wealth that can withstand recessions. He also shares insights on setting goals and running purpose-driven businesses. This makes him a trusted voice in the community.

Connect With Rod:

Website: https://rodkhleif.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rod_khleif/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodkhleifofficial/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif/

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