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Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

Trends CRE Investors Need To Watch Out For - E1046 - CFC

Apr 10, 2025
27:59

When most investors enter the Florida market, they're focused on the incredible population growth...

1,200 people moving to the state EVERY DAY makes it impossible to ignore...

But they're overlooking a critical factor that can destroy their returns.

Today I sat with Tony Lopes, CEO of Dirty Boots Capital, who revealed his unique approach to Florida multifamily investing...

He explained why he exclusively targets concrete block buildings…

…and even replaces perfectly good roofs to lower his insurance costs.

Listen to this episode to learn how to manage risk in hurricane-prone markets...

Tony is a first-generation American who built his real estate portfolio after being laid off from corporate America.

In today's episode, Tony breaks down:

  • Why he's targeting "distressed operator" situations over distressed assets

  • How his engineering background gives him an edge in construction management

  • The importance of buying 150+ unit properties to achieve necessary economies of scale

  • His strategy for keeping leverage around 50-55% on acquisitions

  • How he acquired a 153-unit property with a 3% fixed-rate loan that runs for six more years

Plus, he shares his concerns about how upcoming tariffs could impact building material costs...

If you want to learn how to invest intelligently in high growth but high risk markets...

Tune in to the episode now!

Take Control,

Hunter Thompson

Resources mentioned in the episode:

  1. Tony Lopes

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