Real Estate Underground
Ed Mathews - Clark St Capital LLC
Welcome to Real Estate Underground, your go-to podcast for aspiring and seasoned multifamily real estate investors looking to elevate their game.
Join us as we delve deep into the world of multifamily investments and syndications, unearthing the secrets, strategies, and insider knowledge that can help you build wealth through real estate.
We bring you candid weekly conversations with some of the industry's most experienced and successful multifamily investors, operators, and syndicators. We also dabble in other asset classes. These professionals share their hard-earned wisdom, challenges, and triumphs, providing you with the tools and insights needed to buy your first or next investment property confidently, one episode at a time.
Subscribe now and join the Real Estate Underground community, where we empower you to make smarter investment decisions and create lasting wealth through multifamily real estate.
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The Real Estate Master: Gino Barbaro's Journey to Financial Freedom
Real Estate Underground
09/24/24 • 44 min
Ever wondered how a pizzeria owner could transition into a successful real estate investor?
Join us as we sit down with Gino Barbaro, co-founder of Jake and Gino, who shares his remarkable journey from the kitchen to managing a portfolio of over 1,200 real estate units. Gino opens up about the life-altering moments, including his father's passing and the Great Recession, that led him to pursue personal development and ultimately pivot his career.
Discover how his partnership with Jake Stenziano was formed, their strategic focus on mom-and-pop properties, and the creation of their three-step framework: Buy Right, Manage Right, and Finance Right.
Learn the intricacies of maximizing profit in real estate syndication with a deep dive into profit per unit (PPU). Gino shares the challenges of managing large portfolios, especially during the tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic, and the critical importance of tracking PPU to identify profitable property types. He discusses the strategies for managing various costs, such as insurance and utilities, and emphasizes the importance of proactively addressing utility cost spikes. Gino also underscores the crucial role of managing work orders and delinquencies to ensure long-term profitability and sustainability.
Listen in as Gino unfolds creative financing strategies that can make or break your real estate investments. From the spy technique to identify seller pain points to leveraging seller-financed deals and master lease options, Gino provides valuable insights and personal anecdotes that shed light on these powerful tactics.
We also touch on the benefits of whole life insurance and the concept of infinite banking for asset protection and estate planning.
Finally, Gino highlights the importance of family and personal fulfillment, featuring his podcast with his wife, Julia, which focuses on family topics and notable guests, reinforcing that success is truly holistic.
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Unlock the Secret to Making Millions in Real Estate, with Bud Evans
Real Estate Underground
09/19/23 • 48 min
Welcome To The Real Estate Underground Show #86!
In this captivating episode, we are joined by Bud Evans, the esteemed president of Aim High Properties. With a remarkable background in the military, law enforcement, and public service, Bud is now a successful real estate investor and licensed agent, owning properties in New Jersey and Pittsburgh, including family homes and commercial multi-family properties.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- How Bud's experience as a former mayor has shaped his perspective on real estate's value.
- He prefers cash flow and appreciation as an investor and why cash flow takes the lead.
- The inspiring story of how Bud closed his first house just one day after attending an immersive 3-day real estate course.
- His tried-and-true secret to generating lucrative deals and securing seven-figure opportunities.
- Bud's powerful belief in collaboration over competition and why it has been instrumental to his success.
- The proven process Bud employs to determine if a potential partner is the right fit for his ventures.
If you're eager to learn more about Bud and his insights, follow him at @bud.evans on Instagram or visit budevans.com. Get ready to unlock the secrets to real estate success!
Resources:
- Instagram: @bud.evans
- Website: www.budevans.com
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
The Advantages of Terms Business, with Ron LeGrand
Real Estate Underground
11/01/22 • 35 min
Welcome To The Real Estate Underground Show #40!
Ron LeGrand first got involved with real estate; he was a dead-broke auto mechanic trying to make enough money to make ends meet. There was no such thing as disposable income around his house, and it was all disposed of before he got it. Thirty-five years old, bankrupt, and didn't know what he wanted when growing up, he knew it wasn't fixing cars in the hot Florida sun.
The year was 1982. Ron saw an ad that said, "Come learn how to buy real estate with no money or credit." That appealed to him because he had no money or credit and liked the rich idea. So, he attended the free seminar.
After more years, Ron bought and sold nearly 2,000 houses and still does.
Over the years, Ron created a mountain of home study products, written millions of words in print, and shared the platform with past presidents, movie stars, actors, politicians, sports heroes, business leaders, super wealthy from all professions, and some of the best speakers in the world. He has spoken to audiences as small as 20 and as large as 20,000 in hotel meeting rooms and coliseums across North America.
Ron's legacy has spread like a swarm of locusts, and his positive impact will affect thousands (maybe millions now). New generations will profit directly or indirectly because they attended one of his seminars, then used the information and passed it on. When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.
Ron spends much of his time in front of good people who are serious about getting rich and will do what it takes to become one of the 3% who can say and prove they have achieved true wealth.
Resources:
- Website: www.RonLeGrand.com
- Website: TheMentorPodcast.com/Terms
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Mastering Market Selection for Real Estate Investors with John Casmon
Real Estate Underground
10/22/24 • 46 min
Ever wondered how to transform a corporate career into a thriving real estate investment empire? Join us as we chat with John Casmon of Casmon Capital Group, who shares his remarkable journey from navigating the 2008 economic downturn to managing a portfolio of over $100 million in assets. Listen as John offers invaluable insights into market selection strategies, focusing on the Midwest and Southeast regions. Discover how he identifies promising areas by targeting neighborhoods adjacent to emerging hotspots and the crucial role of assembling a reliable team of property managers, brokers, and professionals in managing investments across diverse markets.
Explore how John transitioned from solo investing to building scalable partnerships, emphasizing the power of networking and mentorship. Learn how he leveraged platforms like BiggerPockets to connect with local experts and the importance of forming strong teams for understanding market dynamics. John's story highlights the significance of confidence, credibility, and connections in raising capital for multifamily real estate, and how podcasting can be a powerful tool for expanding networks. Through this conversation, we unravel the complexities of multifamily syndication, financing strategies, and the potential for larger investments.
Shifting perspectives from seeking help to offering genuine investment opportunities can significantly enhance effectiveness in raising capital. We delve into the mindset needed for success, both personally and professionally, exploring how acting with confidence and providing valuable investment options can shift conversations from pleas to opportunities. Additionally, we touch on how John balances parenting with a real estate career, finding joy in coaching youth sports and spending quality time with his family. This episode is packed with strategies for growth, resilience, and achieving a successful life balance.
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Breaking Barriers for First-Time Buyers: Insights from Frank Rhodes, CEO of Ownify
Real Estate Underground
10/15/24 • 31 min
Discover the future of homeownership with Frank Rode, CEO of Ownify, as we uncover innovative solutions for first-time homebuyers. Learn how Frank's unique equity-based approach is revolutionizing the traditional home buying model. With the support of investors, aspiring homeowners can gradually build equity in their homes, turning dreams into tangible reality. This episode promises insights into overcoming the down payment hurdle and offers a fresh perspective on real estate financing.
We also tackle the multifamily real estate market's complexities, from rising debt costs to supply-demand imbalances. Explore Ownify's strategic approach to mitigating these challenges by fostering an ownership mentality among tenants, ultimately reducing maintenance costs and enhancing investor returns. Frank shares the company's successful funding strategies and the importance of collaborating with friends, family, and interested parties to secure promising returns.
Looking ahead, we highlight Ownify's exciting expansion plans in the Raleigh-Durham area and beyond. Frank discusses how merging impact investing with attractive returns is key, utilizing proprietary technology and third-party data for robust underwriting and valuation. In addition, he offers valuable career advice and reflects on balancing family life with professional ambitions. Whether you're an aspiring homeowner or a potential investor, this episode is packed with insights and opportunities for impactful partnerships with Ownify.
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Kyle Stephenson on Real Estate as the new meta in terms of investments
Real Estate Underground
04/04/23 • 49 min
Welcome To The Real Estate Underground Show #62!
In this interview, ClarkSt Capital's guest Kyle Stephenson discusses how to manage assets in real estate and how to manage the properties of your partners/investors. He also talks about portfolio diversification and risk management strategies and how to use data-driven decisions when investing in real estate. Additionally, he shares his insights on the current state of the real estate market and which areas are more attractive now.
What you'll learn about in this episode:
- Reading books is one of the keys to real estate knowledge.
- What will happen when the REITs scale goes down during a recession
- How can you get the maximum equity when managing your client's property?
- How do customizing services meet the primary goal of your investor?
- What steps did he take to get to where he is now?
- Time can make all your problems even if you fail. I want you to know that you'll catch up as soon as you invest time in learning more.
- What are the worst things you'll face to have a better cash flow in the future?
Resources:
- Website: https://www.krsholdings.com
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Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
The Real Estate Protagonist - A Look into the World of Investing with Matt Kontoff
Real Estate Underground
03/21/23 • 39 min
In this interview, Red Wing Capital's Matt Kontoff discusses his investment philosophy and how he got into real estate. He provides insights on what new investors should consider when starting the market. Matt has invested in passive and active deals for 2 1/2 years with Red Wing Capital and has almost tripled his money. When asked why he decided to invest in real estate instead of other asset classes, Matt said: "Real estate is a great way to create cash flow and build long-term wealth."
What you'll learn about in this episode:
- How could speaking to someone expert about syndication benefit you?
- Meeting or talking to experts to know more about their goals and learn from them.
- Can Real estate be chosen as an asset class over technology companies or others?
- How does Matt Kontoff's team Execute the plans, renovate, and sell it within 2 1/2 years for triple the money invested?
- As a technology expert, what drew Matt Kontoff to real estate as an asset
Resources:
- Website: www.redwingcap.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mattkontoff
- Email: [email protected]
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Learning from Failures and Building Sustainable Cashflow with Anthony Walker
Real Estate Underground
03/14/23 • 27 min
Welcome To The Real Estate Underground Show #59!
Anthony Walker is the Chief Investment Officer and Owner of Cornerstone Commercial Investments.
What you'll learn about in this episode:
Some of the discussion will be the following:
- It only matters a little where you live. It matters where you invest.
- Reading makes everything easy. Start from the basics, and till the end, you'll still benefit from the basics.
- Why is it good to have a partner chief investment officer who can build a brand, raise capital, and analyze deals?
- Why does investing in multifamily a long-term good and sustainable cash flow?
- How do investment officers manage your investments?
- What are real estate bubbles? And how does it affects investing in a recession?
- What person do you need to become to be a great entrepreneur and succeed in whatever business you're in.
Resources:
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-walker1
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/anthonywalker18
- Website: www.cornerstonecommercialinvestments.com
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Letting Go Of The Things That You Don’t Enjoy Using Passive Income, with Travis Watts
Real Estate Underground
02/07/23 • 44 min
Welcome To The Real Estate Underground Show #54!
Travis Watts is an investor, passive income advocate, public speaker, and the Director of Investor Education at Ashcroft Capital. He dedicates his time to educating investors who are looking to be "hands-off" when it comes to real estate investing.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
- Why Travis has a passion for mentoring and helping out other people build a lifestyle on their terms.
- Travis started as an entrepreneur at a young age and learned earlier that it's not about money but freedom.
- How passive income allowed him to step away from the rat race lifestyle to pursue the things he was passionate about.
- Find out what drew him to real estate.
- When looking at multifamily as an asset class, what are the things he looks at as a passive investor?
- Why he relates value-add to everything in life.
- What is his financial hierarchy for financial independence?
- Be like Travis, invest, and elevate your income without sacrificing your time and energy.
Resources:
- Calendar: https://info.ashcroftcapital.com/travis
- LinkedIn: Travis Watts
- BiggerPockets: Travis Watts
- Instagram: @passiveinvestortips
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passiveinvestortips
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@travwat
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Keyholders Collective is an exclusive community of accomplished, high-integrity and collaborative real estate entrepreneurs and investors. To learn more, go to: KeyholdersCollective.com
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
Building Communities and Changing Lives with Heart and Purpose - Andrew Reichert
Real Estate Underground
12/10/24 • 31 min
What if you could transform overlooked properties into thriving communities while also transforming your own life? Join us as we chat with Andrew Reichert from Burgo Capital, who shares his journey from a rebellious young man to a trailblazer in real estate inspired by "Rich Dad, Poor Dad." Learn how Andrew acquired his first duplex with no cash, experience, or credit, marking the beginning of his mission to enhance lives through real estate. Discover Burgo Capital's unique strategy of focusing on America's heartland to find and nurture overlooked assets, putting people before properties.
Andrew's story goes beyond business as he opens up about life-altering challenges, including an early cancer diagnosis that reshaped his priorities. He emphasizes the significance of self-care and the unexpected lessons learned from life's curveballs, like a surprising bout of appendicitis. Find out how these experiences reinforced the importance of trusting his team and taking regular mini sabbaticals to maintain clarity and resilience. Andrew celebrates over a decade of being cancer-free, underlining the importance of empowering teams to thrive independently.
In a world driven by financial gain, Andrew stands out with his purpose-driven approach to both life and business. Discover his innovative model of combining equity funds and syndications to give investors personalized opportunities. Dive into his personal development journey, inspired by Michael Hyatt's "Living Forward," and learn why taking risks and seeking mentorship are crucial in new ventures. Andrew leaves us with insights into leaving a legacy beyond wealth, highlighting the joy he finds in fatherhood and quality time with his daughters.
You can find Andrew's new book, Priorities on Purpose: A Blueprint for Living with Clarity and Focus, on Amazon.
Clark St Digital helps you grow your real estate company with:
- Amazing Overseas Talent who cost 80% less than their US equivalents
- Done-For-You subscription services
- Done-For-You project services
Go to ClarkStDigital.com to schedule your free strategy meeting.
Additional Resources:
- Clark St Capital: https://www.clarkst.com
- Clark St Digital: https://www.clarkstdigital.com
- Keyholders Collective: https://www.keyholderscollective.com
- Podcast: https://bit.ly/3LzZdDx
Find Us On Social Media:
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clarkstcapital
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clark-st-capital
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarkstcapital1
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkStCapital
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarkstcapital
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FAQ
How many episodes does Real Estate Underground have?
Real Estate Underground currently has 137 episodes available.
What topics does Real Estate Underground cover?
The podcast is about Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, Investing, Multifamily, Podcasts, Business and Real Estate Investing.
What is the most popular episode on Real Estate Underground?
The episode title 'Improve Your Mindset with Language and Self-Awareness, with John Keane' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Real Estate Underground?
The average episode length on Real Estate Underground is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Real Estate Underground released?
Episodes of Real Estate Underground are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Real Estate Underground?
The first episode of Real Estate Underground was released on Dec 4, 2021.
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