The Multifamily Wealth Podcast

Discover the advantages of joint venturing over syndication in real estate with expert David Toupin. Explore the shift from large deals to smaller projects, partnership strategies, market dynamics, and innovative software for multifamily management.

Are you ready to dive deep into the world of creative financing and seller financing strategies? Well, you're in luck because our latest episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast is a goldmine of information that you simply can't afford to miss!In this insightful episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast, we welcome back Christian Osgood, a seasoned expert in seller financing and creative financing strategies. Christian delves into the nuances of seller financing, sharing his approach to negotiating terms that solve seller problems and benefit investors. We discuss the importance of understanding a seller's motivation, the art of proposing seller financing, and how to structure deals for long-term success.We also explore the operational side of managing a rapidly growing multifamily portfolio, including the challenges and lessons learned from stepping out of your comfort zone and into new investment territories like resort management.Plus, don't miss the live deal analysis where Christian breaks down a recent 24-unit hotel-to-multifamily conversion, revealing the numbers, financing details, and a clever clause that made the deal work without initial mortgage payments.In this episode we discuss:The basics on how to approach sellers with confidenceThe art of structuring deals that are a win-win for both you and the sellerHow Christian manages hundreds of apartments and the lessons he learned from rapid growthWhat are the pitfalls of deviating from your expertise, illustrated by Christian's resort investment storyThe inside scoop on a real deal, complete with financials and creative structuringStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Christian:Follow him on InstagramLearn everything for free on their YouTube channelTake it to the next level with Multifamily StrategyPrevious podcast episode with Christian Osgood (and Cody Davis) - Episode 117:Listen on Apple Podcasts (iTunes)Play on Spotify

The podcast discusses the FAQ regarding passive investing in real estate syndications, including eligibility requirements, investing with retirement accounts, expected returns, downside risks, distribution schedules, liquidity concerns, syndications vs REITs, deal structures, and the investment process.

Welcome back to the Multifamily Wealth Podcast, where we dive deep into the intricacies of investing in multifamily properties. Today, we had the pleasure of speaking with McLane Hill, a seasoned multifamily appraiser from Boston, Massachusetts.McLane Hill is a multifamily-specific appraiser with extensive experience in the industry. After graduating from Trinity College in Connecticut, he began his career as a research analyst and has since worked on a wide range of appraisal assignments. Currently part of Cushman & Wakefield, McLane specializes in multifamily assets and provides valuable insights into the appraisal process.McLane shared his insights on how multifamily investors can best prepare for an appraisal, ensuring they present their property in the best light to maximize its appraised value. We discussed the importance of transparency and providing detailed data, such as rent rolls, historical financials, and a list of capital improvements. McLane emphasized that the more information an owner can provide, the less subjective the appraisal process becomes.In this episode we discuss:The role of an appraiser in the real estate investing processHow to prepare for an appraisal to ensure the best possible outcomeThe importance of providing detailed property information and financialsWhat appraisers look for during a property site visitHow to work effectively with appraisers and understand the data they useTips for maximizing property value before refinancing or sellingStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with McLane:Connect with him on LinkedInMessage him on his Email

In this episode, we're taking a brief detour from our usual content to introduce our groundbreaking educational program: 7-Day Multifamily. This is the moment many of you have been eagerly waiting for, and we're thrilled to finally share it with you!7-Day Multifamily is a comprehensive program designed to help both new and existing investors navigate the multifamily real estate landscape with confidence. With over a year in the making, this program is packed with actionable insights and strategies to help you buy your first properties, avoid costly mistakes, and scale your multifamily business.To give you a taste of what's in store, I've dedicated the latest episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast to give you an insider's look at what the 7-Day Multifamily program has to offer.In this special episode, I dive deep into:The inspiration behind creating a program that helps both new and seasoned investorsThe comprehensive content covering everything from building a team and selecting a market, to underwriting and finding off-market dealsAdvanced topics like capital structure, deal structuring, and raising equityOperational strategies to maximize net operating income and property valueExclusive interviews with top industry service providersStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners

Are you caught in the renovation decision dilemma? Struggling to choose between immediate renovations post-closing or pacing them out through cash flow? Well, you're not alone.In this solo episode, I dive deep into the pros and cons of renovating your multifamily property right after closing versus taking a more gradual approach. This isn't just about aesthetics; it's about strategy, capital allocation, and long-term financial health.In this episode, we discuss:The impact of renovation timing on capital raising and allocationPros and cons of immediate renovations vs. gradual, cash flow-funded improvementsReal-world examples of different renovation strategiesManaging investor expectations and capital distributionDecision-making criteria for cosmetic updates and key system overhaulsStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners

In this insightful solo episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast, we dive deep into the critical questions every Limited Partner (LP) should ask when faced with a capital call. Capital calls can be a sign of underlying issues in a deal, and it's essential for LPs to understand the implications and make informed decisions.Plus, I share an "honorable mention" question about the consequences of not contributing to the capital call and discuss the sunk cost fallacy, which is crucial for making informed decisions.In this episode, we discuss:Understanding what a capital call indicates about the health of your investmentThe top three universal questions you must ask your sponsor or General Partner (GP) when a capital call occursAdditional deal-specific inquiries that could impact your decision-making processInsights into the sponsor's commitment and the importance of their additional capital contributionThe purpose of the capital being requested and its alignment with the original business planStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners

Join us in this insightful episode of the Multifamily Wealth Podcast as we sit down with Sam Silverman, a highly successful capital raiser in the real estate industry. With over $70 million raised in investor capital in just under three years, Sam has become a go-to expert in the field. His background in tech sales and buyer profiling has equipped him with the skills to effectively connect with high net worth individuals, particularly those in senior sales leadership roles in the tech and software industry.Sam shares valuable insights on the 2024 outlook for real estate investing, including changes in investor preferences and the importance of stability and liquidity in the current market. He emphasizes the need for capital allocators to understand the key assumptions and execution risks in deals, as well as the importance of over-communicating with investors. Sam also provides tactical tips for raising capital, including leveraging LinkedIn Sales Navigator, creating engaging content, and finding niche investor avatars.In this episode we discuss:How has the investor landscape changed in 2024 compared to previous years?What types of returns are LPs looking for in the current market?What are the key factors LPs are considering when investing in deals?How can new investors or capital raisers begin raising capital and building their investor list?What are some effective strategies for reaching potential investors at scale?How can capital raisers navigate the challenge of balancing deal flow and raising capital?What are some important lessons learned from raising over $70 million in investor capital?Struggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Sam:Connect with him on LinkedInLearn more about Silverman CapitalJoin their exclusive capital raising community, Fully FundedPassively invest in “Airbnb’s” with TechvestorPrevious podcast episode with Sam Silverman (Episode 56):Listen on Apple Podcasts (iTunes)Play it on Spotify 

In today's episode, I want to discuss a topic that many investors are currently facing: how to tap into the equity in your investment property without having to sell or refinance.I know that many of you may have invested in properties a few years ago and now find yourselves with some equity. However, the current options for refinancing may not be as appealing as you had hoped. That's why I wanted to share some strategies on how you can access that equity without giving up your favorable first position mortgage.In this episode, we discuss:Understanding the concept of a quality first position mortgageExploring options for tapping into property equity without losing favorable loan termsThe role of second position loans and how to find lenders willing to offer themThe advantages of working with local banks and credit unions for second position financingThe potential of private financing and agency supplemental mortgages as alternative optionsStruggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate Partners

Welcome back to the Multifamily Wealth Podcast, where we dive into the strategies and stories of successful real estate investors. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrew Freed, a dynamic real estate investor from Worcester, Massachusetts. He has rapidly grown his portfolio, currently owning approximately 125 units. Andrew started his real estate journey by leveraging the equity in his one-bedroom condo outside of Boston to purchase multiple rental properties. He then ventured into joint ventures and syndications, successfully closing on a 60+ unit portfolio in New Bedford and a 32-unit property in Lancaster, South Carolina.Andrew shares his relatable story of how he transitioned from the corporate world to real estate investing. He discusses the importance of leveraging equity to scale his portfolio and how he strategically used house hacking and joint ventures to acquire more properties. Andrew also dives into the challenges and lessons learned from his first syndication deal and emphasizes the significance of building a strong network through local meetups and social media. Additionally, he highlights the importance of delegation and systematizing tasks to focus on high-value activities.In this episode we discuss:How did Andrew turn equity in his one-bedroom condo into a large portfolio of rental properties?What was Andrew's journey from buying small multifamily properties to syndicating larger deals?How did Andrew leverage partnerships and joint ventures to scale his real estate business?What were some of the challenges and lessons learned in the process of doing a syndication deal?How did Andrew build a team and delegate tasks to focus on high-value activities?What role did social media and networking play in Andrew's success?What are Andrew's goals for 2024 and his advice for aspiring real estate investors?Struggling to find good multifamily deals? Looking to close deals with less of your own money? Want to operate like the pros and maximize the cash flow of your assets? Join The Multifamily Wealth Community, where we help multifamily investors start, build, and scale their businesses… specifically, those looking to grow from 1-10 units to 250+ units.Are you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Andrew:Check him out on FacebookFollow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedIn