Investing In The U.s. - An Aussie's Guide To U.s. Real Estate

EPISODE 395: Have you ever wondered what it’s like inside the mind of a true real estate G.O.A.T.?Well, you’re in luck, because today you’ll find out! Meet Cody Sperber, one of the most successful real estate investors in the United States. He has flipped more than 1,000 properties, owned over 750 rental units, and developed more than 100 new commercial properties in the last 20 years.Aside from being an insanely successful real estate investor, Cody is also a serial 8-figure entrepreneur. To say that I'm excited to interview him today is an understatement.So, without further ado, let’s get right into it!Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro01:57 How Cody made his first dollar as a kid07:00 Discovering no money down real estate 08:53 Where to learn about real estate12:35 On wholesaling real estate15:08 Cody’s insane entrepreneurial journey 26:12 How to do it all 33:44 Cody’s superpower 37:22 Where Cody sees himself in 10 years39:59 How to reach Cody 45:11 Outro —➡️ Reach out to Cody Sperber:• Instagram: https://www.

EPISODE 394: Are you concerned about the current state of the real estate market? Good. You should be. The real estate market in 2024 is far from optimal, and many people will lose a lot of money as a result. But don’t worry. You don’t have to be one of them. Today on the show, I had the pleasure of talking to Aleksey Chernobelskiy. Aleksey advises limited partners on existing and future investments and writes a weekly educational blog to over 3000 investors. He has a wealth of experience and helped run a $10 billion real estate company before becoming an advisor. In this incredibly insightful episode of Investing in the US, Aleksey and I will discuss the current state of the real estate market and how to invest wisely in times of great distress. If you don’t want to lose money, this episode is for you!Tune in. Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro00:56 How Aleksey made his first dollar as a kid03:14 Running a $10 billion real estate firm 05:36 Educating LP investors about the risks of investing08:51 The current state o

EPISODE 393: I will let you in on a little secret: it takes more than just income to build wealth.Building wealth is about much more than just the money you earn. It's about making wise financial decisions, understanding the different financial markets, and learning the wealth preservation strategies that make the rich richer.That’s precisely why I’ve invited Eunicia Peret to the show today! Eunicia is an accomplished wealth strategist and business owner with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has honed her expertise by delivering significant financial improvements to the bottom line of Fortune 500 companies and renowned global brands across multiple industries.Today, she’s here to share her wealth freedom formula so that you can preserve your real estate investments and start building generational wealth.Tune in!Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro01:48 How Eunicia earned her first dollar as a kid03:03 Coming to the US08:24 Why Eunicia became a wealth strategist 12:54 Wealth preser

EPISODE 392: To buy or to sell, that is the question.And I have a special guest who might help you answer this real estate dilemma. Joining us is Andrew Cushman, a real estate investor specializing in multifamily properties.Andrew transitioned from engineering to real estate in 2007, starting with house flipping before moving to multifamily properties. He has successfully syndicated and repositioned over 2700 units.In this episode, Andrew talks about the current state of the real estate market, emphasizing the impact of interest rates and operational strategies on investment returns. He also shares the critical adjustments investors need to make in their expectations and strategies to keep up with economic changes.If you want to understand the multifamily real estate market better, tackle its challenges, and see what's coming up, this interview is definitely worth a listen.Tune in and get expert insights into making smarter real estate investment decisions.Let’s dive in!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 - Intro00:0

EPISODE 391: The biggest improvement in my quality of life was when work became a choice, not something I had to do to survive. I’m sure today’s guest, Zach Lemaster, would agree!Zach Lemaster is an experienced real estate investor and the mastermind behind Rent to Retirement. He started his career as an optometrist but was able to retire early thanks to his keen insights and ability to identify profitable investment opportunities in the US markets.Today we will discuss his turnkey rental business, how to retire early by investing in turnkey rental properties,  and the market forces affecting the industry as we enter an election year. Tune in!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:42 How Zach made his first dollar as a kid00:04:43 Rent to Retirement 00:07:53 The evolution of turnkey investing00:15:43 How the industry is changing 00:19:28 Real estate investing during election years 00:31:00 Top 5 investing tips00:36:30 Outro —➡️ Reach out to Zach Lemaster:• Website: https://www.renttoretirement.com/ ➡️ Visit https

EPISODE 390: What if I told you that there is a way to predict future market conditions and make better investment decisions? It’s true. Machine learning is transforming the world of real estate investing, and here today to tell us all about is quantitative financing expert David Marra! David is the co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Markin Asset Management. He has a remarkable career spanning over three decades, and he brings unparalleled insights into how quantitative investment professionals make sense of markets and turn insights into success. Join us for a journey into the new world of real estate investing! Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:22 How David made his first dollar as a kid00:04:18 Using data analysis for better investment decisions00:07:44 Quantitative financing00:15:22 Can David predict the future? 00:19:21 Investment strategies in a volatile market 00:26:13 David's prediction on future interest rates00:29:54 Top 5 investing tips00:34:41 Outro —➡️ Reach out to David Marra:• Webs

EPISODE 389: What if I told you you could flip real estate… 100% remotely?As crazy as it sounds, it's true. Here today to tell us all about it is none other than real estate mogul Jack Bosch! Jack is an experienced business owner, serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, speaker, educator, and industry leader. Originally from Germany, he moved to the US to advance his corporate career but quickly realized he wanted to make money passively and remotely. That's when he and his wife decided to start investing in real estate and, after several failed attempts, mastered the art of 100% remote land flipping. If you want to know how they did it and how you can do it, too, this episode is for you! Tune in. Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:34 How Jack made his first dollar as a kid00:05:14 Failing forward toward land flipping00:14:42 Jack’s business model today00:18:33 Why Jack decided to invest in multifamily, too 00:27:40 Top 5 investing tips 00:33:23 Outro —➡️ Reach out to Jack Bosch:• Land flipping: ht

EPISODE 388: A lot of people get burned when they start investing in real estate...Especially when it comes to turnkey properties, which many wrongly believe are zero effort.One of the people who gut burned this way is Engelo Rumora. But he didn’t let that deter him from pursuing his goals. Instead, he learned from his mistakes, made smarter decisions in his next deals, and started helping other ambitious investors avoid the costly mistakes he made. Today, Engelo is a passionate and visionary real estate entrepreneur who has been involved in over 1000 real estate transactions worldwide. He is the co-founder and CEO of Ohio Cashflow and Oz Realty, two successful companies that offer turnkey real estate solutions and property management services to investors in the US and abroad. In our insightful interview, he shared everything you need to know about turnkey real estate investing, so check it out!Without further ado, let’s jump right in. Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:02:13 How Engelo made his first dollar as

EPISODE 387: Do you know what separates great investors from mediocre investors?The ability to identify good investment opportunities. One investor who definitely has this ability is today's guest, Michael Voulgarakis. Michael is the COO of Southgate Real Estate Ventures and has nearly two decades of experience in asset management, underwriting, operations, valuation, and due diligence of multifamily, retail, mixed-use, and office spaces. Michael recognized the potential of fast-growing tech hubs in the US, such as Seattle, where prices were much lower than in Silicon Valley, and the growth potential was enormous. Through strategic partnerships and data-driven decisions, he managed to capitalize on this realization, and today, he’s here to tell us all about it! Tune in. Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:18 How Michael made his first dollar as a kid00:01:45 Michael's beginnings in real estate00:03:59 Recognizing the potential of tech hubs 00:08:20 Data-driven investing00:10:12 Identifying value-add pr

EPISODE 386: I know what you’re thinking…“Reed, you’re a real estate guy! Why are you talking about SaaS businesses?”Well, at the heart of it, Investing in the US is a show about making money. And making money is all about expanding your horizons and educating yourself on the multitudes of ways to do it. Acquiring and scaling SaaS businesses just so happens to be a fantastic way to break into the world of digital entrepreneurship and start earning your first passive income. That's why I've invited Michael Frew on the show today! Michael owns and operates several seven-figure businesses and is a renowned expert in acquiring and operating digital businesses. He encourages and educates other engineers and IT professionals on the career choice of acquiring online businesses to help them maximize their financial future.Today, he will share everything you need to know before acquiring your first SaaS business and breaking into digital entrepreneurship, so without further ado, let’s get right into it!Key Tak

EPISODE 385: In the real estate investing world, we're so busy with high-level overviews that we often overlook the ways in which we can improve our properties and increase their value. One of the most important ways to maximize our ROI is through interior design. Interior design is what will determine how prospects feel when they see a property and, in return, how much they are willing to spend on it. This is true for all types of real estate and all types of deals. Here today to tell us more about the transformative power of interior design and share some practical tips for real estate investors is none other than Erica Reiner. Erica is an absolute rockstar entrepreneur. She is the owner and design principal of Eco Method Interiors, a full-service interior design company working across a wide range of industries, from commercial to residential. And to just tail end this introduction, she also happens to be my wife!So, without further ado, let’s jump right into the world of eco-friendly interior design a

EPISODE 384: People always assume that you need a lot of money to invest in real estate. But that couldn’t be further from the truth! In fact, many seasoned investors would go as far as to say that you should never ever buy real estate with your own money. Now, if that sounds ridiculous to you, you’re in the right place! Today, we’re featuring the king of creative financing himself, Pace Morby! From humble beginnings, Pace has built up a strong reputation over the last few years. He has renovated over 7000 homes, completed 150 new construction projects, wholesaled over 200 deals a year, has a 100-unit mobile home park, and the list goes on. To say that this man is a beast is an understatement!Tune in to learn how to buy real estate with someone else's money and how to stop trading your time for money but make your money work for you!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro00:01:12 How Pace made his first dollar as a kid00:06:06 Don’t exchange your time for money!00:07:53 Pace’s business today 00:10:15 How Pace raise

EPISODE 383: One category of real estate that’s often overlooked when we talk about real estate investing is self-storage. And although it may not sound as sexy as other types of real estate, self-storage can be a very lucrative endeavor! Joining us today to talk about the lucrative opportunities in the self-storage industry is none other than Tom Dunkel! Tom brings over 27 years of real estate finance and investing experience to his position as chief investment officer of Belrose Storage Group. He’s an expert in value-add self-storage investments, distressed mortgage note investing/dealing, private lending, private investing in multi-family and self-storage properties, and he’s mastered the art of finding niches within niches. Without further ado, let’s jump right into it! Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:16 How Michael made his first dollar00:04:13 The distressed mortgage debt industry and self-storage investing00:08:28 The decision to start with a partner rather than alone00:10:20 Current market conditi

EPISODE 382: As an entrepreneur, it’s essential to understand the opportunities around you. That's why today, we're going to shift gears a little and venture into franchising!To guide us through this unknown territory, I’ve invited Lance Graulich, a renowned franchise consultant with decades of experience in the field. Lance is the founder & CEO of ION Franchising, the leading franchise consulting and development group. He has helped thousands of people go from wannabe entrepreneurs to franchise owners, and he’s passionate about making business ownership accessible to everyone.In this insightful episode of Investing in the US, Lance shares everything you need to know about franchising to succeed. From franchise discovery to understanding when to let go. Tune in! Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:28 How Lance made his first dollar as a kid00:02:41 Getting started in franchising 00:06:40 How to avoid costly mistakes as a franchisee00:11:10 Finding the right location for a franchise00:15:15 Creatin

EPISODE 381: Feel like your investments aren’t working hard enough for you? It could be due to many reasons, but more likely than not, your portfolio is over-diversified.Yes, you heard that right. Over-diversified! It has long been a myth in the world of stock investing that you need to diversify your portfolio. But as crazy as it sounds, today's guest doesn't believe that at all! Meet Chris Vermeulen, an experienced and successful trader, educator, and bestselling author. With a profound understanding of the markets, he offers unique insights and an industry-breaking investment style that will help you retire with more money than you need. Tune in to get a fresh perspective on investing and game-changing investing strategies!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:30 How Chris made his first dollar as a kid00:08:11 How to break into the stock market00:12:07 Why you shouldn’t diversify your portfolio 00:18:40 Identifying market trends 00:23:13 Game-changing investing strategy 00:33:03 Outro—➡️ Check out C

EPISODE 380: Is the real estate bubble about to burst?While no one can say for sure, it’s clear that the market is changing rapidly. It can be tough to navigate situations like these, especially for younger investors who have not experienced other periods of economic downturns. But fortunately, we do not have to rely on our own experience alone! Joining us today is the OG of syndication and returning guest Brian Burke. Brian is the President and CEO of Prax Capital, a vertically integrated real estate investment company he founded in 2001. In his 30-year career, Brian has acquired over $800 million worth of real estate, and he's the author of The Hands-Off Investor: An Insider’s Guide to Investing in Passive Real Estate Syndications. In this insightful episode, Brian and I will talk about the current state of the real estate market and how you can come out of it as a winner. Tune in! Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:15 The current state of the real estate market00:09:34 What Brian started noticing in 2

EPISODE 379: One of the scariest things in life is to shift from one career to another, especially if you’re living paycheck to paycheck… But oh boy, is it worth it! Take today’s extraordinary guest, Brett Snodgrass, for example. He used to work as a high school teacher, barely making $20K a year. But he took a massive leap of faith and started investing in real estate. Now, he’s a real estate millionaire and a serial entrepreneur. He specializes in wholesaling, wholetailing, creative financing, and business scaling. If you want to learn how Brett transitioned from high school teacher to real estate investor to CEO and finally to business owner, tune in. Trust me, this episode is full of gold nuggets, so don’t miss out!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:36 How Brett made his first dollar as a kid00:03:08 Brett’s upbringing and how it pushed him towards entrepreneurship 00:08:07 From teaching to real estate investing00:10:39 From CEO to owner00:14:59 What Brett learned after stepping down as CEO00:26:31 What’

EPISODE 378: The demand for build-to-rent properties is skyrocketing at an unprecedented pace! Do you want to capitalize on this growing demand in 2024 and get in on the trend before it's too late?If so, this episode is for you! Join me in a conversation with Jim Sheils, a real estate expert specializing in the build-to-rent niche. Jim is a bestselling author, a partner at Southern Impression Homes, and co-owner of 18 Summers. He has extensive knowledge and experience in building rental portfolios for individual investors and institutional buyers in Florida's high-growth markets.This interview will give you everything you need to know to enter this growing niche, so don’t miss out!Let’s get right into it.Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:28 How Jim made his first dollar as a kid00:01:48 Jim’s journey into real estate investing00:07:59 Turnkey 2.0 explained00:14:35 The changing dynamics in the real estate market00:20:46 Jim’s vertical integration strategy 00:27:01 Top 5 investing tips 00:30:02 Outro—

EPISODE 377: Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a lot of money to succeed in the stock market. Today’s guest is living proof of that!Meet Jason Brown, the street kid turned stock trading millionaire who started his incredibly successful investing journey with just $500. Jason has over a decade of experience in stock and options trading, a successful YouTube channel, and an amazing podcast. He believes anyone can profit from the stock market with the correct strategy. That’s why he started helping people transform from nervous beginners to confident investors. Want to know how Jason makes millions of dollars trading stocks and how you can, too?Tune in to this insightful conversation!Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:19 How Jason made his first dollar as a kid 00:04:08 Transitioning from the street to the stock market 00:19:25 Overcoming self-doubt and financial setbacks 00:25:45 Financial literacy for marginalized groups00:30:43 Making money on stocks in down markets 00:38:05 Real estate and stoc

EPISODE 376: Given current market trends and soaring interest rates, many are expecting a 2008-like collapse in real estate… While we cannot predict the future and say for sure whether it will happen or not, we can help you navigate through these challenging times and succeed with the lessons we learned during the 2008 recession! To help us do this, we are joined by Justin Brennan, a 3rd generation multifamily investor who watched his father lose everything in 2008. In this insightful interview, we'll be sharing some effective tips and strategies to thrive amidst uncertainty, all the while exploring current global financial trends.Tune in! Key Takeaways: 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:30 How Justin made his first dollar as a kid 00:06:25 Lessons from 2008 to succeed in 2024 00:09:08 How Justin’s acquiring assets00:16:03 Multifamily and debt management 00:19:33 Did syndication become a dirty word? 00:25:03 Global economic trends and digital currencies 00:28:37 Top 5 Investing Hacks00:33:44 Outro —➡️ Check out Justin