The Hybrid Real Estate Professional

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Charlie Cameron — a military veteran, father of two, and one of the most respected voices in the residential assisted living (RAL) space. Charlie owns 8 assisted living homes (5 personally, 3 through a fund) and co-founded the RAL Room Mastermind, a fast-growing community of investors and operators building businesses that matter.We talk about how Charlie went from the Air Force to apartments, then short-term rentals, and finally landed in assisted living — not just for the financial upside, but for the deep sense of purpose it brought to his life.Charlie shares how the lease-to-operator model works, how he built a business that now replaces his W2 income, and how he and his partners started with one home and are now empowering others to do the same. We also dive into why residential assisted living has decades of tailwinds behind it and how you can get involved — even if you’re not ready to operate one yourself.Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:06 Short-Term Rentals06:23 Military Discipline in Real Estate12:00 Creating the RAL Room14:06 Residential Assisted Living17:58 Short-Term Rentals to Assisted Living26:44 Finding the Right Assisted Living Home27:34 Licensing and Retrofitting Homes28:12 Leasing and Commercial Agreements29:01 Operator Partnerships and Responsibilities31:40 Challenges with Licensing and Operators34:24 Flexibility and Exit Strategies42:01 Funding and Financial Strategies47:27 Community and Support Systems

In this episode, I shares my transformative journey from purchasing small rental properties to embarking on a significant development project in assisted living. I discuss the mindset shifts required to embrace risk, the importance of understanding financial strategies, and the frameworks that guide decision-making in real estate.

He landed in the U.S. with just $50 in his pocket. Cleaned dorm bathrooms by day, studied by night: Then he built a 55-unit real estate portfolio... while sending 90% of his Tesla salary back home. But just when everything was working — He gave it all up to return to India.This is Gaurav Dutta's remarkable journey of grit, grace, and redefining whatwealth really is. This is an episode packed with valuable insights for anyonelooking to grow their career without losing their mind!

In this episode of 'The 20 Minute Investor,' we discuss the complexities of property management and the crucial decision of whether to self-manage or hire a property manager. We share personal experiences and insights from our real estate investment journeys, highlighting the significant impact this choice can have on investors' lifestyles, especially when managing properties remotely. Tune in for actionable tips and considerations to avoid common pitfalls faced by new remote rental investors.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Property Management Challenges00:26 Meet Your Hosts: Erin and Nathan00:59 Biggest Mistake: Underestimating Property Management01:44 Erin's Self-Management Journey02:19 Nathan's Approach to Property Management04:01 The Realities of Property Management05:19 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts09:54 Balancing Family and Property Management12:17 The Cost of Self-Management13:55 Dealing with Property Managers17:47 Conclusion and Call to Action

Hunter Frusha, a general contractor turned real estate investor managing over $5 million in assets. Hunter shares his incredible journey from making $8 an hour to aiming for a $50M portfolio, using creative financing, smart partnerships, and efficient systems. Learn how Hunter navigated the real estate world, overcame significant challenges, and built a successful multimillion-dollar business. This is an episode packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to grow their real estate portfolio without losing their mind!00:33 Introduction04:49 Starting a Construction Company06:14 The Big Break and Scaling Up07:47 Hurricane and Rapid Growth22:04 From Contractor to Investor27:05 Building a Real Estate Portfolio28:09 Joining Masterminds and Expanding Horizons30:23 First Major Financial Breakthrough32:57 Dealing with Rapid Financial Growth35:29 Mastermind Groups39:23 Venturing into Multifamily and Storage Investments48:45 Future Goals

Learn how to properly budget for often-overlooked costs associated with rental properties - tenant vacancy and turnover, understand the true cost of tenant turnovers, and pick up actionable tips for keeping tenants longer.Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:25 Understanding Vacancy Costs04:16 Budgeting for Repairs and Reserves07:33 Importance of Long-Term Tenants10:28 Effective Tenant Retention Strategies13:48 Managing Tenant Expectations and Lease Renewals18:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Discover the core principles that shape success in life and business. Learn how a long-term focus and presence can transform decision-making. Reflect on the importance of family balance and altruism. Delve into personal stories of overcoming addiction and how these principles became essential tools for growth. Embrace humility to counteract ego's destructive nature. Each principle encourages self-awareness and mindfulness, guiding listeners towards personal fulfillment and better relationships.

Today we discuss the importance of understanding local landlord-tenant laws and the pitfalls of overlooking inspections and legalities when investing in rental properties. They highlight the critical need to account for local regulations, rental licenses, and market-specific inspection issues to avoid costly mistakes and legal troubles. Learn actionable insights from their real estate investing experiences to build your own portfolio of cash-flowing rentals from anywhere in the world. Tune in for valuable tips on how to navigate these common challenges and ensure your investments are compliant and profitable.Chapters:00:32 Introduction01:03 Inspections and Legalities08:40 Property Management Laws11:09 Inspection Insights and Market-Specific Considerations17:10 Leveraging Inspections as Opportunities18:53 Conclusion and Next Steps

We just got approved to build a 10,000sq ft memory care mansion in Tomball, Texas — and we’re sharing the full behind-the-scenes journey. From rezoning hurdles to investor interest and city council presentations, this episode breaks down how we’re bringing Everwood Reserve to life — a 32-bed luxury assisted living home designed for personalized care and real community impact.🔑 Topics covered:Assisted living development processRezoning and city approvalsFinancing with SBA loansRaising capital through syndicationMarket research and pricing strategyLaunching a nonprofit for elder care access00:00 Introduction 02:52 Construction and City Planning11:27 Navigating Land and Legal Challenges15:29 Financing and Investor Relations22:51 Business Plan and Market Research30:07 Nonprofit Vision and Future Plans33:22 ConclusionConnect with AndreaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralmama3Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.phpid=61566187898330Follow The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E3wy1vqBE8zdriSfUdwiOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-hybrid-real-estate-professional/id1716338586🎧 If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave a 5-star review. Your support helps me grow this podcast and reach more listeners like you!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬CONTACT▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Feel free to reach out to me at any of the following:Email: aaron@aaronameen.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/AaronAmeenInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/aaronameenreicoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-ameen/Website: https://aaronameen.com/Academy: https://remoterealestateacademy.com/

In this episode of The 20 Minute Investor, we break down the #1 mistake new investors make—bad cash flow analysis. Learn how to spot hidden expenses, avoid overestimating profits, and confidently underwrite your next deal. Whether you're buying your first rental or scaling up, this is the framework that protects your downside and sets you up to win.Follow The Hybrid Real Estate Professional Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E3wy1v...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast...Twitter:   / aaronameen  Instagram:   / aaronameenreicoach  LinkedIn:   / aaron-ameen  Website: https://aaronameen.com/Academy: https://remoterealestateacademy.com/