

The Apartment Gurus
Tate Siemer
Every week, host Tate Siemer welcome Gurus from all over the apartment investing industry. All topics are covered, including how to get started, finding deals, finding capital, mindset tips and so much more. Tate welcomes high-level, guests who share actionable tips, ideas, education, and inspiration.
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Aug 5, 2021 • 41min
Episode 53: Steven Pesavento - The Power of Clear Vision
We’ve got some good stuff today with my very good friend, Steven Pesavento. He drops some great nuggets about the importance of setting clear visions and its powerful impact to the whole business.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE<ul><li>The importance of surrounding yourself with high level people to push forward</li><li>Asking questions with sincerity</li><li>Getting a clear vision and purpose</li><li>Benefits of working with a coach</li><li>The right mindset in doing deals</li><li>Finding opportunities to learn</li></ul>RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED<ul><li>Investor Mindset: https://investormindset.com/success</li><li>Von Finch Invest: https://vonfinch.com/success</li><li>E225: How The Right Mindset Can Help You Overcome Any Challenge Part 1 - Trevor McGregor: https://investor-mindset.simplecast.com/episodes/e225-how-the-right-mindset-can-help-you-overcome-any-challenge-trevor-mcgregor"</li></ul>ABOUT STEVEN PESAVENTOSteven Pesavento has always been obsessed with understanding how we can think better, how we can be better and how we can do better. He is an active real estate investor who curates Commercial Real Estate Investments for clients at VonFinch Capital, a real estate private equity firm. He has raised $10’s of Millions dollars, which has successfully cycled through multiple assets. Beginning in Single Family as an operator he flipped over 200 houses in under 3 years, prior to expanding into Multifamily Syndication to focus on building a business around working with his ideal client - successful high income earners like him who are seeking tax efficient ways to grow their wealth. Investment Real Estate Made Simple. Get started real estate investing today. Study with Thought-Leaders - (Chris Voss, Mark Manson, Jay Papasan), - Podcasters (Brandon Turner, John Lee Dumas, Kathy Fettke), - Multifamily Syndicators & Operators - (Joe Fairless, Mark Kenny, Rod Khleif), - House-Flippers (Don Costa, Bill Allen, J Scott) and other Business Pros.CONNECT WITH STEVEN<ul><li>Website: https://www.stevenpesavento.com</li><li>Podcast: https://investor-mindset.simplecast.com</li></ul>CONNECT WITH US</p>Green Light Equity Group: https://glequitygroup.comSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: https://glequitygroup.com

Jul 28, 2021 • 1h 10min
Episode 52: Rick Martin - Breaking Into Apartment Investing Through Being a PASSIVE Partner
Today is another knowledge-rich episode with Rick Martin as it will give you tons of ideas about what it takes to break into apartment investing through passively investing on deals, being creative while communicating with other investors, being spiritually inclined with ourselves, and much more! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Generating content, joint venturing and scaling upWhat’s it like to be a passive investorWays to raise capitalGeneral partner versus Limited partner in deal structuresFamiliarizing outlines, rent rolls, and other resourcesFocusing on positive mindset and creating multiple income streamsRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDDiary Of An Apartment Investor podcast Who Not How book by Dan SullivanRich Dad's CASHFLOW Quadrant book by Robert KiyosakiRich Dad Poor Dad book by Robert KiyosakiOutliers: The Story of Success book by Malcolm GladwellABOUT RICK MARTINRick is the founder of Fortress Federation Investments, which helps investors accelerate their wealth and build cash flow by investing in apartment communities. He is both a general and limited partner in 1600 units around the country, so he fully understands the benefits of passive investing, and is able to guide his investors. Fortress Federation focuses on value-add opportunities in the Southeast and the South Central US, leveraging partnerships they have developed in those markets. By co-sponsoring deals in multiple markets with multiple operators it helps increase the number of opportunities for his investors.CONNECT WITH RICKWebsite: Fortress Federation InvestmentsCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

Jul 15, 2021 • 45min
Episode 51: Savannah Arroyo - Financial Freedom for Medical Professionals Through Syndications
Syndicating in real estate investment requires a keen eye for detail, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills, just like what nurses do. Join Savannah Arroyo and get pumped about achieving financial independence and taking care of your future.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Pivoting from single-family to multifamily investingDeveloping a team in placeThe best way to pursue syndicationThe important part as a passive investorWays to utilize leverageOpportunities on multifamily syndicationRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDBiggerPockets Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing Book by Michael BlankABOUT SAVANNAH ARROYOSavannah "The Networth Nurse'' is a full-time Registered Nurse in Los Angeles, California. She uses her skills as a leader in healthcare operations to manage multifamily syndications. She also helps busy medical professionals create passive income through real estate investing. Savannah uses mindset tools and goal setting to elevate herself within the healthcare system, as well as create a real estate business.CONNECT WITH SAVANNAHWebsite: www.thenetworthnurse.comEmail: savannah@thenetworthnurse.comLinktree: @thenetworthnurseCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

Jul 8, 2021 • 58min
Episode 50: Rusty Pollard - Becoming Financially Free While Creating Massive Social Impact
One way to achieve financial freedom is to replace your day job with passive cash flow. Join today's episode with Rusty Pollard as we walk through the process of multifamily investing and developing community outreach programs that can make a huge social impact. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Leaving W2 job and pursuing multifamily investingCreating income goals and massive social impactGetting surrounded with the right peopleBenefits of social media for business Deal criteria and price to rent ratio on market dealsSteps to start investing in real estateRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDSalt Lake City Multifamily Meetup Group ABOUT RUSTY POLLARDRusty is a multifamily investor who focuses on multifamily and commercial value-add and new build projects. He built his portfolio while working a W-2 job and is now investing full time and building using partnerships and syndication.CONNECT WITH RUSTYWebsite: Properties ElevatedEmail: rusty@propertieselevated.comCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

Jul 1, 2021 • 51min
Episode 49: Derek Clifford - The Secret Key to Liberating YOU From Your W-2
One of the common reasons why we get into the apartment investing space is financial independence. Derek Clifford dives deep into this today and the SECRET KEY to unlock the door to success. You will also learn why effective communication with your partners plays a vital role in this industry.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Benefits of having a supportive spouseEscaping the W-2 and investing in real estateFacing the fears and achieving successCreating vision boardsTechniques that work well with partnershipsWays to get involved in real estate investingRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDPart-Time Real Estate Investing for Full-Time ProfessionalsCrucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts ABOUT DEREK CLIFFORDDerek Clifford is a successful single and multifamily real estate investor, adding 13 out-of-state units to his portfolio in his first year of acquisitions while working a full-time job. Today he is a multifamily investor controlling 100+ apartment units with over $10M AUM. He is also an author, and podcast host of the "Elevate Your Equity" show. In addition to being a W-2 worker, he is also the founder and CEO of Elevate Equity, a firm that partners with individuals and companies to purchase, improve, and operate cash flowing multifamily apartment real estate. Derek published his first book "Part-Time Real Estate Investing for Full-Time Professionals," in 2019, which has helped several people get started on the path of growing their passive income on the side while working a full-time corporate job.CONNECT WITH DEREKWebsite: Elevate EquityPodcast: Elevate Your Equity PodcastCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity Group

Jun 24, 2021 • 1h 32min
Episode 048: Dr. Jamil Sayegh, N.M.D - 10 Principles To Get The Most Out Of Yourself And Perform At The Highest Levels
This moment you get to decide where and when you want to step up your game. Dr. Jamil Sayegh will share with you some tools, strategies and ways of being to get yourself performing to your highest potential and personal development.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Achieving more with lessGuidelines you need to doThe 10 principles to get the most out of yourselfEisenhower matrix of productivity Committed versus InterestedTuning yourself and Reality creationRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World Free Ebook: 20 Steps To Your Next Breakthrough! Audiobook Version of 20 Steps To Your Next Breakthrough! ABOUT DR. JAMIL SAYEGH, N.M.DDr. Jamil Sayegh is an international life, business, and relationship coach, integrative naturopathic physician, master NLP practitioner, and the author of 20 Steps to Your Next Breakthrough. He works with leaders and high performers from all walks of life including world-champion athletes, best-selling authors, entrepreneurs, business professionals, and more to create an extraordinary life without regret.CONNECT WITH DR. JAMILWebsite: Jamil Sayegh SolutionsHow Can You Support: One Conversation Can Change EverythingPast Client Stories: Client TestimonialsEmail: jamilsayegh189@gmail.comInstagram: @drjamilsayeghFacebook: Jamil SayeghLinkedin: Dr. Jamil SayeghCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

Jun 17, 2021 • 42min
Episode 047: Dave Dubeau - Raise Capital Like A BOSS!
Tune in with Dave Dubeau and learn about the popular formula in applying effective marketing to a highly targeted audience that motivates prospective investors to reach out and take action. We also talk about raising capital and dealing with rejections. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODEPassion for marketingHelping others raise capitalWays to raise capital5 Steps on the money partner formulaMarketing your businessSetting the right mindsetRESOURCE/LINK MENTIONEDInvestor Attraction BookABOUT DAVE DUBEAUDave has been an entrepreneur since 1993 and a real estate investor since 2001. Began investing in 2003 and did 18 deals in 18 months. In that time he has done deals ranging from creative no-money-down transactions, rent-to-owns and more recently multi-family properties. He's the author of seven books and has been teaching and training people about marketing and real estate investing since 2006. He also shared the stage with the likes of Robert Kiyosaki of Rich Dad, Poor Dad fame, Robert Herjavek from Shark Tank, George Foreman and many others. CONNECT WITH DAVEWebsite: DaveDubeauCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

Jun 3, 2021 • 44min
Episode 045: Dan Lewkowicz - Why Choose Triple Net Lease
Join Dan Lewkowicz today as he dives deep into triple net lease, how it works and how it can be beneficial to investors. Learn every aspect of single-tenant net leased properties, commercial properties, multifamily, and multi-tenant retail centers from this episode.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODESyndication and “flip” commercial propertiesWorking with triple net lease in the commercial real estate space Effects of the pandemic on Multifamily propertiesWays to improve relationships with brokersBenefits of a triple net lease Opportunities in multifamily investingTeaching brokers how to be incredible brokersRESOURCE MENTIONED Multi-Family Millions: How Anyone Can Reposition Apartments for Big Profits ABOUT DAN LEWKOWICZDan Lewkowicz is a seasoned real estate veteran with over 15 years of experience in many facets of the real estate industry. Starting his career “house hacking”, he quickly moved on to flip houses in and around metro Detroit and eventually created a company called Renaissance Real Estate Ventures. Currently, Dan is director of investment sales at Encore Real Estate Investment Services and specializes in shopping centers, medical office buildings, industrial fulfillment centers, quick service restaurants, and automotive repair and parts stores. Dan has four lovely children and resides in Oak Park, Michigan with his fiancé Brady and enjoys running, lifting weights, yoga, and playing acoustic guitar.CONNECT WITH DANWebsite: Encore Real Estate Investment ServicesLinkedIn: Dan LewkowiczPodcast: Dan On Top PodcastCell Phone No: 248.943.2838CONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity GroupSpecial Announcement! Tate's brand new audiobook "F.I.R.E.-Financial Independence Retire Early Through Apartment Investing" is downloadable! go to: Green Light Equity Group

May 27, 2021 • 36min
Episode 044: Josh Plave - Multifamily Investing With Self-Directed IRA
Tune in to this episode as Josh Plave discusses the advantages of investing passively with retirement funds in multifamily properties, as well as collectively owning and operating apartment buildings. Retirement accounts cannot earn active income and should rely entirely on passive income sources. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE2 Types of approach for retirement investorsInvesting with retirement account profilesSelf-directed Investment Retirement Account (IRA) and the taxes involvedMitigating the impact of unrelated business income tax (UBIT)Utilizing the UBIT calculatorSetting the right mindset in using retirement accountsABOUT JOSH PLAVEJosh Plave is a multifamily syndicator who specializes in helping investors use their retirement funds to passively invest. Through his company Wall to Main, Josh provides all the tips and tricks needed to invest quickly, safely, and inexpensively with an existing retirement account. CONNECT WITH JOSHWall to MainCONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity Group

May 20, 2021 • 38min
Episode 043: Phil Kulp - The Benefits Of Passive Investing
Today's episode is extra special because it's Tate's birthday and it’s also recorded live at Pennsylvania. We want you to tune in and learn with Tate and his special guest Phil Kulp, who is a passive investor in the 179-unit deals they recently closed and discusses the value of real estate investing.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODEHistory of Kulp Dairy Farm and its legacyAdvantages of investing passively in real estateTaking over a new asset obtainedThe value of multifamily investing and leverageRespecting others’ opinionsABOUT Phil KulpPhil Kulp grew up on a farm and comes from a long line of farmers. He went to college in Virginia for four years. He returned to work for his father in Kulp Dairy Farm for the first time in 1996. Their main products are milk, meat, and fertilizers. He then got into real estate and invested passively with Green Light Equity Group. He's had a lot of success and is diversifying his assets into commercial multi-family for cash flow, wealth growth, and tax benefits. He has a wife who works as a full-time school teacher, six children (three boys and three girls), and a dog named Slinky.CONNECT WITH USGreen Light Equity Group


