EP67: Scaling Businesses and Setting Up Syndications with AJ Shepard

07/03/23 • 52 min

If you want to secure all the benefits real estate syndications offer, listen to this episode as AJ Shepard walks us through his first multifamily deals and the tools and tactics to scale his business to success. Use our conversation as an opportunity to learn how to get in on syndications, optimize systems, and make more cash flow!

Key takeaways to listen for

What it’s like to scale a vertically integrated business
Pro tips on creating systems and processes for your business
A rundown on syndications and how to present offers to investors wisely
Financing and repositioning trials you may face in multifamily deals
The role of an attorney in a real estate syndication
Helpful advice for real estate professionals who want to start investing

Resources mentioned in this episode

NARPM
Entrepreneurs’ Organization
HGTV
Traction by Gino Wickman | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover
Lucidchart
Temi
LeadSimple
Trello
Asana
Zapier
Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac
The Hands-Off Investor by Brian Burke | Kindle and Paperback

About AJ Shepard
AJ is the co-owner of Uptown Properties in Portland and a licensed Oregon contractor. His experience in real estate started more than 12 years ago in the contracting business. Finding his passion in real estate and construction management has created an avenue for his companies to help provide all services necessary to their clients. Knowing the trade and the ability to manage many allows for streamlined maintenance of the investors' property at a reduced cost.

Connect with AJ

Website: AJ Shepard | Uptown Properties
Podcast: Westside Investors Network

To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

Ridgeline Investment Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/r

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To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

LinkedIn: Ridgeline Investment Group
LinkedIn: Agents Building Cashflow
Agents Building Cashflow on Facebook: Agents Building Cashflow
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @agentsbuildingcashflow
TikTok: Agents Building Cashflow
Instagram: Randal_McLeaird
Send us an email: [email protected]

Key takeaways to listen for

What it’s like to scale a vertically integrated business
Pro tips on creating systems and processes for your business
A rundown on syndications and how to present offers to investors wisely
Financing and repositioning trials you may face in multifamily deals
The role of an attorney in a real estate syndication
Helpful advice for real estate professionals who want to start investing

Resources mentioned in this episode

NARPM
Entrepreneurs’ Organization
HGTV
Traction by Gino Wickman | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover
Lucidchart
Temi
LeadSimple
Trello
Asana
Zapier
Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac
The Hands-Off Investor by Brian Burke | Kindle and Paperback

Connect with AJ

Website: AJ Shepard | Uptown Properties
Podcast: Westside Investors Network

To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

Ridgeline Investment Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/r

Get 10% discount on your offering

To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

LinkedIn: Ridgeline Investment Group
LinkedIn: Agents Building Cashflow
Agents Building Cashflow on Facebook: Agents Building Cashflow
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @agentsbuildingcashflow
TikTok: Agents Building Cashflow
Instagram: Randal_McLeaird
Send us an email: [email protected]

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A brief guide on utilizing the special deal analyzer
Top-tier advice when you are presented with a real estate deal

Resources mentioned in this episode

If you’re interested in getting a copy of our Deal Analyzer, leave a comment down below.

To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

Ridgeline Investment Group on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridgelineig/
Agents Building Cashflow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agentsbuildingcashflow
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @agentsbuildingcashflow
Send us an email: [email protected]

Get 10% discount on your offering

To connect with Randal and learn more about passive investing, visit www.ridgelineig.com and follow our social media pages below!

LinkedIn: Ridgeline Investment Group
LinkedIn: Agents Building Cashflow
Agents Building Cashflow on Facebook: Agents Building Cashflow
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @agentsbuildingcashflow
TikTok: Agents Building Cashflow
Instagram: Randal_McLeaird
Send us an email: [email protected]

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