The Best Ever CRE Show

After purchasing his first single family investment property in college, Sam Silverman continued to purchase 8 single family homes, and ultimately moved on to syndication. In this episode, we learn about Sam’s top 4 criteria for qualifying investments, how he uses his past experiences to raise capital, and his best piece of advice for new syndicators.  Sam Silverman Real Estate Background: VP of Sales at a tech company  3 years experience (1 in single family then the next 2 have been all multi family syndication and self storage) 12 syndications (2614 units), 4 single family houses then another 132 units active under contract Based in Tampa, FL Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsilverman3/ Best Ever Book: The Art of Winning and Losing Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a commercial real estate broker specializing in multi-tenant leases, Dan Lewkowicz has knowledge of many different asset classes. Today, we talk in depth about the differences between a net lease vs. multifamily and the pros and cons of each, absolute triple net leases vs. double net leases, net lease benefits as opposed to multifamily, and why you should become a commercial real estate broker instead of residential.  Dan Lewkowicz Real Estate Background: 15 years of experience  Now Director of Investment at Encore Real Estate Investment Services Specializes in shopping centers, medical office buildings, industrial fulfillment centers, quick service restaurants and automotive repair and part stores Based in Oak Park, Michigan  Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-lewkowicz-7118361 Best Ever Book: Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we’re talking with Drew Maconachy, specifically about the insurance side of real estate investing. He clues us in on the most common questions investors ask him, how to possibly get lower insurance costs, and some policies that you may not actually need on your insurance. Tune in to learn about the common insurance pitfalls real estate investors fall through and how to avoid them. Drew Maconachy Real Estate Background: Co-owner of Maconachy Stradley Insurance, Insuring 1000s of doors across North America. Consulted his customers on over $30,000,000 of insurance purchases Partial stake in 11 nursing homes Based in Akron, Ohio Say hi to him at: Maconachystradley.com Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting out with zero real estate investing experience, Terrica Lynn Smith built her brand from the ground level. With a current portfolio of 250 doors, Terrica is passionate about teaching others to do the same and get started in real estate investing. She talks about her journey to crowdfunding, how she approaches it differently than others, and her best tips to ensure it’s successful in your business.  Terrica Lynn Smith Real Estate Background: Full-time real estate investor 15 years of experience Portfolio consist 250 doors including commercial, has helped develop 3 communities and currently developing her own Based in Lafayette, LA Say hi to her at: www.terricalynnsmith.com   Best Ever Book: Wealth Choice Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When his $300k loan was called in, in the midst of the recession, Bruce Glenn lost it all to pay it back. After selling his properties and becoming an appraiser, he saw people starting to buy properties again and decided to jump back in. Bruce talks about what he did differently the second time around, the main reason people lose money on deals, and his tips to make sure it doesn’t happen to you.  Bruce Glenn Real Estate Background: Full-time real estate appraiser Successfully house flipping for over 30 years Author of “First Flip: 30 years of secrets so your first flip isn’t a flop Based in Birmingham, AL Say hi to him at: www.flippinbruce.com Best Ever Book: The Compound Effect Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing up in a real estate family, Veena Jetti knew she had to leave corporate real estate and start investing for herself. After learning some valuable lessons in her first deal, Veena now has a portfolio of $400M in assets. She talks about the best time to raise capital, and her step-by-step systems and process she uses to provide a “luxury” real estate investing experience. Veena Jetti Real Estate Background: Partner at Vive Funds a large multifamily syndication Grew up in a real estate family Portfolio consist of $400 million in assets Based in Dallas, TX Say hi to her at: www.vivefunds.com  Best Ever Book: Blink Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a recent article, an anonymous writer tells us how he achieved financial independence through passive investing. Today we’re talking about the FIRE movement and what it truly means to be financially free. Theo Hicks & Travis Watts go in depth on the 4 levels of FIRE, as well as 4 steps to get started and succeed with the FIRE movement.  Click here to know more about our sponsors RealEstateAccounting.co & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re talking to Chris Cammack, a new investor who has already built a portfolio of 47 rentals under 2 years. Chris gives us a unique perspective on the benefits of working a corporate job, and how you can use the systems and process towards your real estate career. We learn about how he acquired so many properties so quickly, and his secrets for finding private investors.  Chris Cammack Real Estate Background: Full-time Account Manager  2 years of real estate experience Has completed 75 flips and wholesale deals Current portfolio consist of 47 rentals Based in Fort Wayne, IN Say hi to him at: www.cammackestates.com  Best Ever Book: It’s All in Your Head   Click here to know more about our sponsors RealEstateAccounting.co & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After accidentally making $30k on his first deal, Lee Kearney was immediately hooked and started researching his next investment. However, when 2007 hit, he realized the market wasn’t the problem and he started working on a new strategy. Lee discusses his strategy in-depth and how he came back from a $2M loss, what to look out for in the current market, and his biggest takeaways from working with a hedge fund.    Lee Kearney Real Estate Background: CEO of Southeast Property Investments Network (SPIN) & Real Advisors 16 years of real estate investing experience 7,000 single family houses flipped Based in Tampa, FL Say hi to him at: http://www.spincompanies.com/ Best Ever Book: Traction Click here to know more about our sponsors RealEstateAccounting.co & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re talking to 3 best selling authors about honing in on your negotiating skills to win any real estate deal. Chris Voss, former FBI negotiator, gives us his #1 strategy he uses in negotiations and how that applies to real estate. J Scott discusses the importance of building rapport, and how to get others to like and trust you. Lastly, Oren Klaff tells us his best tool for proper negotiation and describes how to be the most compelling person in a negotiation.  Chris Voss FBI hostage negotiator for 24 years Best selling author, Never Split the Difference Founder of the Black Swan Group, firm solves business communication problems with hostage negotiation strategies Based in Los Angeles, CA Say hi to him at http://blackswanltd.com/ Episode #1244 J Scott Best selling author, The Book on Negotiating Real Estate Runs the website 123Flip.com, which provides insight into every aspect of his real estate business Based in Washington D.C. Say hi to him at www.123Flip.com  Episode #1209 Oren Klaff Best selling author, Pitch Anything Based in Carlsbad, California Say hi to him at https://orenklaff.com/ Episode #425 Click here to know more about our sponsors RealEstateAccounting.co & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices