Jake & Gino: Real Estate Investing & Multifamily

If you’ve been sidelined the past few years, this episode will show you exactly how to get back into the multifamily game with a smarter, longer-term mindset—even in today’s challenging market.Multifamily investing has felt dark and uncertain—with rising rates, falling rents, and shrinking deal flow—but Gino Barbaro breaks down why this is actually the setup for the next wave of opportunity. In this episode, you’ll learn how to get back into the multifamily game by shifting your strategy, reevaluating your market, staying disciplined with underwriting, and understanding your true cost of capital. Gino shares lessons from the 2011–2013 cycle, why chasing hype assets like Bitcoin and gold often leads to losses, and how long-term thinking is the real edge in real estate. If you’ve been stuck, frustrated, or doubting your next move, this is the clarity you need to get back into the multifamily game with purpose and confidence. Connect with Gino Barbaro & Jake & Gino if guest contact info is available. We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Raising capital with confidence isn’t just about finding investors—it’s about doing it legally and sleeping at night. In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino sits down with securities attorney Darin Mangum, “America’s premier securities lawyer,” to unpack how to raise capital with confidence while avoiding SEC trouble, bad structures, and nightmare investors. Whether you’re a first-time syndicator or scaling your private equity platform, this conversation shows you how to use other people’s money the right way. Darin explains when you actually shouldn’t raise capital, common red flags and legal mistakes, why proper PPMs and disclosures matter, and how regulations like Reg D, Reg S, and crowdfunding really work in today’s AI-driven world. You’ll learn why raising capital with confidence means treating it like a real business, preparing before you have a deal, and partnering with the right securities attorney instead of winging it and hoping the regulators never call. Connect with Darin H. Mangum Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:39 – Darin's Journey into Law and Capital Raising11:49 – Common Mistakes Investors Make22:30 – The Challenge of Finding Good Deals29:28 – Mindset and Preparation for Capital Raising32:29 – Horror Stories: The Importance of Preparation38:26 – Understanding Securities Law and Legal Protection42:39 – Navigating Joint Ventures and Partnerships We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you’ve ever struggled with overcoming procrastination in real estate, this video is your roadmap. Gino Barbaro breaks down how to shift from hesitation to massive action using simple, proven frameworks inspired by Jim Rohn and Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning.In this lesson, Gino shares the exact three-step system that helped him move from procrastination to perseverance—both in business and life. You’ll learn how to break down overwhelming goals into small, doable actions, why writing things down creates clarity and momentum, and how aligning your goals with your core values eliminates friction. Whether you’re trying to close your first multifamily deal or build long-term habits, this episode reveals how overcoming procrastination in real estate is really about process, accountability, and personal growth. Gino also explains how tracking KPIs, building morning routines, and shifting your mindset can accelerate progress in any market.Connect with Gino Barbaro: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Is the future of natural gas actually brighter than we’re being told? In this episode of the Jake & Gino podcast, Gino and Jake sit down with Jay Bhatty, founder and CEO of NetGasHub.com, to unpack how data, pipelines, and smart policy are reshaping the future of natural gas in a world obsessed with renewables, AI, and exploding energy demand.Jay explains why the U.S. is the “Saudi Arabia of natural gas” and how that advantage impacts manufacturing, data centers, and your wallet. He breaks down how traders use data from pipelines and price differentials to profit in the energy markets, and why physics—not politics—is often the real constraint on wind and solar. You’ll learn how the future of natural gas fits into a balanced energy mix (coal, nuclear, solar, wind), why bright young talent is flocking to the intersection of energy and technology, and how investors can gain exposure to pure natural gas plays. Jay also shares his entrepreneur framework—why you should build “painkiller” businesses, how to spot real-world pain points, and why boring, cash-flowing companies may be the best opportunities of all.Connect with Jay Bhatty: NetGasHub.com • LinkedIn • Jay’s book on AmazonChapters:00:00 – Introduction to the Energy Industry and Its Importance 02:55 – The Role of Data in Natural Gas Efficiency05:56 – Natural Gas vs. Renewable Energy Sources09:04 – The Future of Manufacturing and Natural Gas11:49 – Attracting Talent to the Energy Sector14:54 – Entrepreneurship Framework in the Energy Industry19:38 – Opportunities in Small Businesses20:56 – Exploring Natural Resources22:46 – The Future of Data Centers27:43 – The Energy Mix: Finding Balance30:03 – Investing in Energy Diversification31:36 – The Future of Energy: A Balanced Approach34:05 – Gino wraps it up  We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Why do most people fail at multifamily investing? In this episode, Jake & Gino co-founder Gino Barbaro breaks down the real reasons aspiring investors never close their first multifamily deal. It’s not the lack of money — it’s the mindset. From limiting beliefs about wealth to the fear of taking action, this video reveals what’s truly holding you back from multifamily success. Gino shares the powerful mindset shifts and real-world lessons he learned on the path from restaurant owner to multifamily entrepreneur. You’ll learn:Why limiting beliefs can block your financial growth. How clarity and purpose drive real estate success. The difference between desperation and inspiration in taking action. How to overcome overwhelm and build momentum with mentorship and community.If you’re ready to stop making excuses and start closing deals, this is your roadmap to multifamily success.Connect with Gino Barbaro at Barbaro360.com to take the Money Archetype Quiz and start transforming your mindset today. We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Wall Street noise is loud—Barry Ritholtz shows you How Not to Invest. In this episode, we cut through models, headlines, and hype to focus on the few decisions that actually compound. Barry shares a practical framework for decision-making grounded in behavioral finance: why models are “wrong but useful,” how to build a checklist to filter signal from noise, and why broad indexing should anchor most portfolios. We dig into direct indexing for tax management, the attention economy’s impact on investors, and the real effects of tariffs and Fed timing on markets and Main Street. He also maps the “two businesses” every investor must master: deploying capital quietly for decades and consuming information without getting captured by clickbait. If you’re curious about AI’s productivity boost, global mean reversion beyond the U.S., and realistic expectations after back-to-back strong years, this conversation is for you. By the end, you’ll know How Not to Invest—and what to do instead.Connect with Barry Ritholtz: hownottoinvestbook.com Chapters:00:00 – Introduction02:32 – “All models are wrong, some are useful” & avoiding media-driven fear16:21 – Wealthy vs. middle-class planning: indexing, direct indexing, tax loss harvesting20:19 – AI’s real impact on advisors, workflows, and productivity24:46 – Where are the opportunities? U.S. vs. developed ex-U.S., mean reversion35:14 – Rates, the Fed, soft landing probabilities & realistic return expectations49:33 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Everyone talks about building generational wealth in real estate, but few truly understand how to create a lasting legacy that outlives them. In this powerful episode, Gino Barbaro reveals the mindset and strategies behind building generational wealth in real estate — not just by owning assets, but by teaching the next generation to become financial stewards. Drawing from years of experience and interviews with legendary investors, Gino breaks down how to choose the right assets, know your exit strategy, and identify markets that will thrive for decades. He also shares lessons from real-world deals, including when to hold versus sell, how to structure seller-financed exits, and why focusing only on building generational wealth in real estate without passing on knowledge can be a costly mistake. Whether you’re just starting your investing journey or planning your family legacy, this episode is a must-watch for long-term thinkers.Connect with Gino Barbaro: gino@jakeandgino.com | barbaro360.com We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Looking for a real plan for Multifamily Investing in 2025? Investor and operator Kent Ritter breaks down what’s working now—Midwest focus, public-private partnerships, and bringing management in-house. In this episode, Kent explains how operators are adapting Multifamily Investing in 2025 to tighter debt markets and slower deal flow. We dive into why he pivoted from C-class value-add to newer assets and development, how TIF bonds and city partnerships can make construction pencil, and why centralizing leasing and operations boosts profit-per-unit. You’ll hear lessons from a successful 80-unit ground-up project in Indiana, actionable hiring frameworks (yes, the “video interview” filter), and why the Midwest’s fundamentals—job growth, steady rent gains, and shorter drive radiuses—are compelling. If you’re refining your buy box, debating self-management, or exploring 55+ housing, this conversation gives you practical playbooks you can use. Multifamily Investing in 2025 rewards great operators—here’s how to become one.Connect with Kent Ritter: RitterOnRealEstate.com • HudsonInvesting.com  Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 02:30 – Market shift since 2023: from C-class value-add to newer assets & development 11:03 – Systems > heroics: scaling and bringing property management in-house 21:21 – Development playbook: site control, bids, contingencies & partnerships 32:25 – The “why” of self-management: cost control, core values & all-star hiring We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Want to scale your real estate portfolio the right way? In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the most important Multifamily KPIs that determine whether your deals are thriving or barely surviving. From Profit Per Unit (PPU) to delinquency rates and work order management, Gino explains how these key metrics turn a collection of properties into a sustainable business.   Learn how to apply Multifamily KPIs to measure success like a professional operator. You’ll discover:How to calculate Profit Per Unit (PPU) and use it to boost NOI. Why work order closure rates directly affect tenant retention. How tracking delinquency helps prevent lost income and evictions. The difference between physical and economic occupancy—and why it matters.Whether you manage 10 units or 1,000, these Multifamily KPIs will help you create consistent cash flow and long-term wealth. Connect with Gino Barbaro and the Jake & Gino team: https://jakeandgino.com We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to break into CRE the right way? How to Become a Commercial Real Estate Broker—with real training, content strategy, and deal-making—starts here.In this episode, Joe Killinger (Commercial Brokers International) breaks down how to become a commercial real estate broker and actually stick with it. We cover the first 90 days of training, the skills that matter (listening > pitching), and how content marketing (YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok) drives inbound leads. You’ll learn a practical outreach framework, why analytics beat guesswork, and how affiliate networks unlock multi-market clients. We also touch on rates, retail’s comeback, and what to ask brokerages before you join. If you’re serious about how to become a commercial real estate broker, this conversation gives you a playbook you can use today. Connect with Joe Killinger: joekillinger.co |Chapters:00:00 – Introduction 06:58 – Digital marketing for brokers: YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok 09:17 – Be authentic, use analytics, and repurpose winning content 14:02 – Should new brokers start a podcast or YouTube? When & how to prepare 23:39 – Industry shifts: rates, dry powder, and why transactions slowed 35:01 – Retail outlook by market + “boots on the ground” lessons 42:09 – Joe’s free “First 90 Days in CRE” guide & recommended reading 48:17 – Gino wraps it up We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.