Episode #170: Christina Suter – Grit and Education
10/06/23 • 26 min
Just like anything else in life, real estate investing is filled with ups, downs, and many twists and turns. However, the real problem is when times of financial tribulation fill you with dread and feelings of inadequacy. But if you can push through those feelings and persevere through moments of doubt and financial downturns, then what awaits on the other side is a life of true financial freedom. We are thrilled to welcome Christina Suter to the show today as she explains why grit, education, and a steel mind are all you need for real estate investing success. Christina explains how her early education in finance gave her a leg up in real estate, how she steadies her mind and heart amidst failure and in times of distress, how to develop a mindset of grit and determination, and why she decided to launch her very own education platform. We also discuss the value of syndicators, why you should be prepared to purchase in the coming months, how highs and lows are inherent to the property game, and more tidbits of wisdom from the sensational Christina Suter!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Introducing real estate consultant extraordinaire, Christina Suter.
- Christina’s background, her early financial education, and what led her to real estate.
- A lesson in overcoming failure and stressful work situations.
- Why mindset matters and how to develop grit and determination.
- What drove her to launch an education platform.
- The value of syndicators.
- Christina’s summation of the possible future of the property market.
- Why you should always be ready for financial seesaws; how recessions are part of the game.
- Exploring why you should be prepared to purchase in the coming months.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Real Estate Breakthrough Podcast
‘ITI - Discover Real Estate Success with Wes Hill!’
Asset Management Mastery Facebook Group
Just like anything else in life, real estate investing is filled with ups, downs, and many twists and turns. However, the real problem is when times of financial tribulation fill you with dread and feelings of inadequacy. But if you can push through those feelings and persevere through moments of doubt and financial downturns, then what awaits on the other side is a life of true financial freedom. We are thrilled to welcome Christina Suter to the show today as she explains why grit, education, and a steel mind are all you need for real estate investing success. Christina explains how her early education in finance gave her a leg up in real estate, how she steadies her mind and heart amidst failure and in times of distress, how to develop a mindset of grit and determination, and why she decided to launch her very own education platform. We also discuss the value of syndicators, why you should be prepared to purchase in the coming months, how highs and lows are inherent to the property game, and more tidbits of wisdom from the sensational Christina Suter!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Introducing real estate consultant extraordinaire, Christina Suter.
- Christina’s background, her early financial education, and what led her to real estate.
- A lesson in overcoming failure and stressful work situations.
- Why mindset matters and how to develop grit and determination.
- What drove her to launch an education platform.
- The value of syndicators.
- Christina’s summation of the possible future of the property market.
- Why you should always be ready for financial seesaws; how recessions are part of the game.
- Exploring why you should be prepared to purchase in the coming months.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Real Estate Breakthrough Podcast
‘ITI - Discover Real Estate Success with Wes Hill!’
Asset Management Mastery Facebook Group
Previous Episode
Episode #169: Colm McEvilly – Investor Decision-Making Process
When it comes to investing in real estate, the decision-making process is of unparalleled importance. This is where you, as the investor, will ascertain whether to get involved in a project or look elsewhere for more viable options. To help us make sense of the decision-making process for investors, we are joined by real estate sponsor and developer, and our dear friend, Colm McEvilly. After coming from a background in mechanical engineering, Colm has since gone on to find his feet in real estate, helping multiple teams raise over $160 million in retail investor capital. In today’s episode, Colm walks us through the investor decision-making process, paying specific attention to the three biases around making decisions, how an investor gathers information, why an investor’s involvement in the decision-making process is key, and the four main categories you need to fully understand when vetting the quality of an investment. You can reach out to Colm via email with any questions or ideas that you may have, but for now, sit back, take notes, and enjoy!
Key Points From This Episode:
- A warm welcome to Colm McEvilly as he explains his background and current job role.
- Breaking down the investor decision-making process.
- Debunking results bias.
- How every decision you make is a bet – decision biases.
- Why it matters to know how investors receive information on prospective ventures.
- The third bias to be aware of: confirmation bias.
- Why you need to involve investors in the decision-making process.
- Vetting investment quality: sponsors, MSAs and asset class, the investment, and deal numbers.
- Costar reports, underwriting visibility, and other details to consider.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Asset Management Mastery Facebook Group
Next Episode
Episode #171: Alan Underwood - An Entrepreneur's Journey into Real Estate
The entrepreneurial path is rarely a straight line, and it is often only upon reflection that you uncover the throughline beneath all the challenges and obstacles that you experienced along the way. Joining us today is Alan Underwood, a dynamic entrepreneur whose adventures range from launching a pizza chain at the tender age of 22 to navigating the stresses of managing a car dealership amidst the 2008 financial crisis. In today’s conversation, we learn about his journey into real estate, from his first two failed ventures to his now-thriving real estate company, Momentum Capital Group. Hear the fascinating story of how Alan entered multifamily real estate, the benefits of developing in California, and the strong economic drivers that led him to invest in San Diego. Alan also opens up about the despair he felt after losing his father, and how earning his pilot’s license and joining the non-profit, Angel Flight West, helped him find healing and connection. Be sure to tune in to this profound conversation that illustrates unpredictable twists of life, and uncover how determination, innovation, and a moment of serendipity can shape the entrepreneurial journey!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Get to know today’s guest, Alan Underwood, and his journey into real estate.
- Why he started a pizza chain when he was just 22 years old.
- What Alan learned from working for his dad’s car dealership.
- His decision to open up his own car dealership right before the 2008 financial crash.
- How innovation and partnerships with lenders helped them survive the recession.
- What first attracted Alan to real estate and the failure of his first two ventures.
- The fortuitous meeting that led Alan to pursue entitlement and multifamily real estate.
- What Alan considers to be the lowest point of his life: the loss of his father.
- Becoming a licensed pilot, joining GoBundance, and the impact this had on his life.
- Why Alan chose San Diego for his current and future real estate ventures.
- Details about the non-profit Alan works for as a pilot: Angel Flight West.
- Find out where you can connect with Alan online and learn about his company, Momentum Capital Group.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Asset Management Mastery Facebook Group
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